Shopping guidelines Suits for every body type

Shopping for a new swimsuit? This year, do your homework before heading into the fitting room. Identify your body type, then choose suits according to these shape-specific guidelines.

If you’re curvy

Choose one-piece suits with waist-slimming details, like a wrap, a crisscross or ruching to emphasize a tiny waist.

Avoid skimpy string bikinis and instead look for wide bands to hlp streamline your look.

Bottom-heavy women should pair eye-catching patterned tops with solid bottoms.

If you have few curves

Go for big prints and bright colors.

A belt can help create a waist.

Choose high-cut legs and low-cut necklines.

If you’re petite

Small frames can be overwhelmed by large prints, so stick to delicate patterns or solids.

Deep V-necks and halter styles help make your torso appear longer — and high-cut legs do the same for your gams.

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