Prepare to be a beach bombshell: From tummy-trimming wonders to lift-em-up champs, these genius style tricks and super flattering suits will turn even the most swimsuit-wary gal into a certified sun goddess.
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If you want to slim the hips…
Don't go wild on bottom.
The less going on there, well-the less going on there!
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Do bring focus up
with a top in a lighter color, or with fun details or a pretty pattern.
Do go for a fairly high-cut bottom
to create the illusion of longer, leaner legs.
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The best swimsuits for pear shapes
Nautica Swim, sizes 6-16, $102, nautica.com
Boden, sizes 0-18, $74, bodenusa.com
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If you want to flatter your curves…
Don't run from stripes.
Just be sure they're vertical or angled across your body.
Don't say no to bikinis.
Just avoid thin string ties, which can dig and create bulges.
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Do try a wrap style
If you have a thick middle-it's a waist whittler!
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The best swimsuits for plus sizes
Lands' End, sizes 6-18, 16W-26W, 4-18 short torso, $107, landsend.com
Shape Fx, sizes 4-18, 14W-24W, $39, shapefx.com
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If you want to boost a small bust…
Don't rule out an underwire.
"It gives shape to small busts," says Suze Yalof Schwartz.
Don't do bandeau.
"They'll flatten you out even more," says Suze Yalof Schwartz.
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Do go for extras
like ruffles, beading and pleating. They add bulk and visual interest.
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The best swimsuits for small busts
Sandy Bottoms by Red Carter, sizes XS-L, $135,
everythingbutwater.com
Banana Republic, sizes XS-XL, $110, bananarepublic.com
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