Plus Size Bathing Suits

As the plus size fashion industry is rapidly growing, the plus size bathing suits selection is also increasing. Retailers are now examining what appeals and suits to curvy women and designing their collections based on that.

There are five distinct types of bathing suits available for plus-sized women: tankinis, instead of the standard bikini top it has a tank top; skirted swimwear, as the name says it’s a one-piece bathing suit with a piece of fabric attached that resembles a short skirt; shortinis are quite similar to tankinis, but instead of bikinis the bottom part is shorts;  blouson tops have large flowing tops attached to the top of one-piece bathing suits; and regular one-piece swimwear.

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Our selection of plus size bathing suits:

4 Tips for Choosing the Right Plus Size Bathing Suits

Are you ready for summer? If not, we recommend you to start shopping early to get the best picks. Also, we have some tips for you so it would be easier to decide which bathing suit design is the best fit for you.

Before you start shopping for a plus size bathing suit, there are some tricks and you should know about. These tricks can create an illusion that will help you to hide your problem areas and highlight your best features.

1. Choose the right fabric. Fabric that is ruched and draped across the tummy can reduce belly bulges.

2. Choose the right design. Also, swimwear with criss-crossed design elements can give the illusion of a smaller waist. If you have a larger frame, deep v-necks can help to make it seem slimmer. However, if you have wider hips, halter tops can be recommended, since they balance hips and draw the eye upwards. Bathing suits that feature a colorful printed top and a dark colored skirt help to balance large hips and a small bust.

3. Choose bathing suits with the necessary support. Another recommendation is to avoid plus size bathing suits without support panels in the bust, tummy and rear end. Instead, you should choose a swimsuit with adequate underwire and cup.

4. Choose the right color for you. Dark colours are universally slimming, but beautiful bright shades can make a strong statement on the beach. However, before buying any swimwear in a light fabric you should make sure that it doesn’t become too sheer when wet or too tight or snug.

If you are late with purchasing the right bathing suit for this summer and feel that most shops have sold out the designs you like in your size don’t be too worried. You should keep in mind, that online shops usually have a wider choice as well as more stock. You can check out these online stores to see what is fashionable this summer: bravissimo.com, brastop.com, lembrassa.com, simplybe.co.uk.