Part 3: How to Choose the Right Swimsuit for Your Body

If you profess to have a boyish body type, then most likely you do not have any distinctive waist between the bust and hips. To create curves:

1. Wear a 2-piece with a sweet-heart neckline or halter, or both!

2. The bottom should have some ruffles or string ties on the side to create the illusion of fullness.

3. Monokinis are wonderful! They are 1-pieces that have cutouts…you want to find the ones that accentuate the arc of a waist, alluding to a curvaceous body.

4. A 1-piece that has a deep V neckline with a wrap around the torso will help to emphasize the slight curves you may have and create an hourglass silhouette.

If your problem area is the tummy that cannot be held in check, then to camouflage that area:

1. Wear diagonal lines cutting across the tummy.

2. Draw the eye up towards your face with an interesting neckline.

3. Because Vintage and Retro style swimsuits were made with larger bodies in mind, this style will do a great job of hiding the bugles. (Even better if you can find one with ruching over the belly as in the second picture)

4. Find a swimsuit with a high Lycra/Spandex percentage fabric and with Tummy Control. For example, Miraclesuit is a great brand for those who are concerned about the extra pounds gained over the holidays and never lost.