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If you’re sporty
Try something with a bit more coverage that’ll stay in place when you dive into the deep end. (No teeny triangles!)Do: Look for something that suits your killer shoulders and arms, like a strappy halter.Don’t: Gravitate only towards super sporty looks: pretty details (like fringe or gathering) can add a girly flair to your physique.Get the top HEREGet the bottoms HERE
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If you’re sporty
Blue Horizon Bikini Set, $35, urbanog.com -
If you’re sporty
Cliffside One Piece, $36, urbanog.com
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If you’re busty
Look for tops with serious support: think wider straps or underwire.Do: Bandeau suits will give you extra coverage where it matters.Don’t: Stringy, triangle halter tops won’t guarantee that your girls stay in place. Eek!Retro Balconet Set, $52, delias.com -
If you’re busty
Twist Bandeau D-cup Set, $47, delias.com -
If you’re bustySheridyn Swim Monroe boy-leg one piece swimsuit, $70, amazon.com
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If you’re tiny on top
Take advantage of ruffles, crop tops and fringed tops to add a li’l something extra.Do: Experiment with different types of tops to see what works best for your bod.Don’t: Don’t be afraid to add a little padding for a push-up.Do or Dye Bikini Top, $16, urbanog.comDo or Dye Bikini Bottom, $16, urbanog.com -
If you’re tiny on top
Crotchet Crop Top & Crotchet Hipster Set, $44, delias.com
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If you’re tiny on topRoxy Fringe Bandeau & Roxy Ruffle Surfer Set, $81, delias.com
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If you want to hide your tummy
Try tankinis or high-wasted bottoms. Stunning!Do: Test the waters with frilly details on top to draw attention up.Don’t: Wear super low-rise bikini bottoms: they won’t create the effect you’re looking for.
Banded Tankini & Tie Side Hipster, $44, delias.com
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If you want to hide your tummy
Blossom Beauty Tankini, $36, urbangog.com
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If you want to hide your tummy
Rosie Bandeau, $48, billabong.com
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If you’re straight up and down
Try rocking different textures like fringe, ruffles and string bikinis to add some dimension.Do: Create curves by wearing bathing suits with cut-outs.Don’t: Wear suits with too-little structure: they’ll do nothing for ya.
Popper Love Monokini, $36, urbanog.com
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If you’re straight up and down
Beach Riot Cupid Bottom, $62, tobi.com
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If you’re straight up and down
Frankie Fringe Top, $42, billabong.com
Lee Biarritz Bottom, $34, billabong.com
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If you’ve got hips
Keep it simple with colorblocking, ruching and all-over prints.Do: Pick a pretty maillot that offers coverage and makes your shape totally svelte.Don’t: Play up the bottom if that’s what you’re trying to camouflage.
Nylon Tricot Bandeau Bathing Suit, $32, americanapparel.net
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If you’ve got hips
Illuminate, $70, billabong.com
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If you’ve got hips
Merona Women’s 1-Piece Bandeau Top Swim Dress, $35, target.com
POSTED IN Fashion, trend, summer, how to dress your shape, how to dress a pear-shaped bod, how to dress a busty bod, how to dress a ruler bod, how to dress an athletic bod, how to dress an apple-shaped bod, what to wear when you're curvy, In the mag, June/July 2013, swim, beach gear
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