Here is the second installment to the How to Choose the Right Swimsuit for Your Body.

This Style Note will address the chest area: Large Breasts vs. Tiny Breasts.

If you have Large Breasts:

1. Find a top with enough bra support, such as a hidden underwire. (Example below is from Roberto Cavalli)

2. Avoid thin straps as this will make the chest look relatively even larger.  Having wide straps on the swimsuit top will also help to support the chest. (Example below is Betsey Johnson)

3. A bandeau-top is actually a very flattering style for women with large breasts.  Look for one with a cinch in the center such as this from Vitamin A.

If you have tiny breasts:

1. Avoid boyshorts. This style will make your bottom look larger and in comparison, will emphasize the smallness of the chest.

2. Ruffles on the top gives volume and creates the illusion that there is more going on than what there really is. (Example below is from Victoria’s Secret)

3. Choose to wear a tankini top with padding.  Just be sure that the tankini is form-fitting and tight against the skin, otherwise it will look like you are swimming in your swimsuit. (Example below is La Balanca and can be found at Tahiti Street Swimwear)

4. The triangle bikini is another option, but you want to make sure that the top is secured enough that it won’t move around when you move or swim.  So that means no string bikini. (Example below is taken from Victoria’s Secret)

5.  The bandeau with halter straps is also very cute if it has a sweetheart neckline to give the illusion of cleavage. (Example below also has ruffles to give volume and is also from Victoria’s Secret)