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Choosing a swimwear that flatters your body

It is actually possible to find a perfect swimwear that will flatter your body this holiday season.

First, you need to know your body type and appreciate it. Remember, no one has a perfect body, and everyone is trying to deal with something, which they think is not right. Basically, there are seven body types.

They are:

• Pear shaped: narrow shoulders and wide hips
• Curvy: large breasts, a tummy and ample hips
• Boyish figure: shoulders, waist and hips having almost the same size
• Hourglass figure: wide shoulders, small waist, wide hips and large or medium breasts
• Top heavy: wide shoulders and narrow hips
• Busty top heavy: large breasts and narrow hips
• Plus sized: A large body that can only fit XL or larger sized clothes

After determining your body type from the above seven categories, you can go ahead and choose a bikini or tankini that will help you to accentuate your positive features and hide the negatives. The following tips will help you in this process.

Pear shaped body

If you love your curvy, shapely hips and thighs, you should go for brightly-colored bikini bottoms with details at their sides. These will help you to flaunt your nice hips, and turn the shoulders at the beach. On the other hand, if you consider them too large, which makes you self-conscious, you should try dark-colored bikini tongs. This will help to minimize them, and draw people’s attention away from your bottom. A one piece swimsuit featuring a plunging front can also help to draw attention upwards instead of to the bottom. With such a swimwear, people will be more interested with your cleavage and face. Do not wear a bikini with a high cut bottom or boyshorts. Choose a dark-colored bottom and a light or brightly-colored top to balance out your figure.

Curvy figures and plus sizes

One piece swimsuits are the perfect beachwear for plus sized ladies. It is also the best option if you have a large tummy. However, if you are comfortable with your tummy, you can wear a bikini with the lower-rise bottom. The most important thing is to ensure that your bikini is fitting perfectly. The straps should be wide enough to accommodate you. For this type of body the best fit would be some retro swimsuits or a vintage swimwear.

Boyish figure

If you have a boyish figure that you are concerned, you can hide it with a feminine swimwear featuring pretty prints and frills. Ruffles will help you add volume since they give an illusion of curves, especially when worn along the waist and bust. You can also wear a swimwear with a plunging neck line to show your cleavage. Avoid boy shorts and bandeau tops.

Hourglass figure

It is always easy to choose a swimwear if you have an hourglass figure. The only thing you do is to avoid wearing ill-fitting tops that do not support your breasts well. You can look great when wearing a black maillot, a bright bikini or a teeny printed bikini.

Busty top heavy swimwear

If you are busty, a one piece swimwear featuring a plunging neckline will look great on you. You can also wear a halter top bikini. Such swimwear will provide you with ample support, which should be your topmost consideration.

So, depending on your body type, you can always find a great piece of swimwear to flatter your body shape. Always pick something that will provide you with maximum comfort. This will determine whether you will look attractive or not.

Maya is a professional stylist, a part time writer and just a fan of fashion. She loves writing about relationships, fashion, weddings and giving advice through her articles.