Shopping for a bathing suit is generally found on the bottom the "things I want to do" list. Unfortunately, every year, as we're still hiding that extra winter weight under bulky sweaters, we're forced to come face to face with the reality that it's that time of year again. Time to take our sun deprived bodies to the store for hours of agony in front of mirrors while wearing nothing more than glorified underwear. The question we ask over and over is whether or not there is a bathing suit that exists to fit our body type and specific needs. The answer is yes, you just have to look. Finding the right bathing suit is merely a matter of know what works and what doesn't. Here are some common problem areas and bathing suit styles that may meet your needs.
Problem Area: Big Bottom - Stay away from boy cut bottoms that can add volume to your derrière.
- Avoid light colored or heavily printed bottoms that can make your back side seem larger.
- Choose a high cut bottom to help make make your behind appear smaller.
- Make sure your bathing suit fits and avoid "saggy" bottoms that can draw attention to the problem area.
Problem Area: Tummy - Look for bathing suits with dark colors specifically in the stomach area.
- Stay away from small floral prints that can add width to your stomach area.
- Avoid horizontal patterns or embellishments which work to draw attention or exaggerate troublesome tummies.
- Look for bathing suits that have designs or details around the chest area since it will draw the eyes upward and take attention away from the stomach area.
Problem: Large Breasts - Avoid light colors that can make your chest appear larger.
- Stay away from horizontal designs and choose vertical ones that can create a slimming appearance.
- Look for tops that offer sufficient support.
- Choose V-neck style tops that can create length therefore decrease fullness.
Problem: Small Breasts - Both large and small prints can help draw attention to your breasts in a positive way.
- Look for bathing suits with extra padding that can work to lift the breasts up creating a more ample appearance.
- Take advantage of triangle top, string bikini's that hug your breast and emphasis what you do have.
Problem: Large Legs - Look for bathing suits with skirts that can cover the upper part of your legs.
- Choose a matching sarong that can be wrapped around your waist and used to cover your legs while pool side or at the beach.
- Stay away from boy cut shorts that can make your legs appear wider.
Other Great Pointers - Regardless of what bathing suit you choose make sure it fits well and you feel comfortable in it. You only look as good as you feel so don't settle.
- Be sure to start your search for a bathing suit early so you can have your pick of what's hot this season.
- Whether you're ordering online or in the store always keep the tags on in case you have a last minute change of heart and need to return is.
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