Memorial Day weekend marks the official start of summer—and it’s when most of realize we need to whip our body in shape ASAP for bathing suit season. One of the biggest questions on everyone’s mind is always, What looks good on my body type? So, I’ve asked the experts over SwimSpot to share some of their tips on figure-flattering suits. Check out their guest post below, and then come back tomorrow for my video that shows trendy suits for all body types.
SwimSpot guest blogging here. Your one and only source to the latest news, tips, and tricks for being part of the beach bombshell elite.
First things first, a common faux pas for fashion is not dressing for your body type. Growing up during those awkward pre-teen years (you’re a saint if you didn’t), we thought we could pull off any cool trend and just throw it on. Baggy overalls, platform sneakers, two size too small, you name it. Result: bad news where your flaws are intensified with must- burn-now polaroids.
Splendid – Solid Triangular Bikini Top and Solid Tie Side Bottom
Keep Calm and Carry On. There’s no need to hide under your towel or summer dress. We’ve got some swimwear tips to boost up your confidence with your most appealing features accentuated. Lend us your ears, slather on your bronzing oil and consider yourself on your way to being a Beach Goddess.
Missing some oomf, needing a little bust?
If you have a boyish figure and need a little more ooomf, consider rummaging through the racks for a top with ruffles. The ruffles speak volumes…literally! Avoid wearing horizontal stripped bikinis which will make you look more like a ruler. The trick is making you curvilicious. Your swimwear bff? String bikinis that hug your bod. (more…)
ttF Fashion Staples Series Diary: Le Doux Lace
When one of my friends heard I was taking a much needed vacation in Miami, he told me I could pick out a swimsuit from Le Doux’s latest collection. I was first introduced to the the swimwear line when I test drove one of their monokinis for Mystyle.com. The Brazilian styles are a hit with celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Cameron Diaz and Bethenny Frankel—and are just as comfy as they are sexy.
This season, designer Juliana Renz was inspired by the 80s and 90s. Obviously I had a hard time choosing amongst the denim, neon and lace. Since good white bikinis are incredibly hard to come by, I went with this Heaven suit. The molded cups, double lining and lace guaranteed no see-through malfunctions after taking a dip in the water. And a push up style is always welcome in my smaller chested world.
Le Doux Heaven bikini, H&M flower brooch
Fashion Staples Used: Flower Brooch
Get the look…
Le Doux Heaven Lace Bikini ($165)
What kind of swimsuit suits a pear shape best? —pinktulip
The most important part about picking out a swimsuit for a pear shape is to find styles that draw attention to the upper half. Mixing and matching is ideal. Pair a bright or printed bikini or tankini top with a dark solid bottom. Halters are the most flattering since they broaden the shoulders, which balances out a larger bottom half. Stay away from bandeau tops. They’ll just make you look flatter. And boy-shorts are a big n-o.
One-pieces are another great option for pear shapes. Try one that features fringe or ruffles on top with a deep v-neck to keep the eyes focused on your upper half.
Full Tilt Plaid Womens Swimsuit Top
($34.99 $27.99) and Full Tilt Solid Womens Swimsuit Bottoms
$19.99 $15.99) Alloy Deep-V Ruffle One-Piece ($49.90 $40.90)
Do you have a fashion question? Ask me in the comments below or email ask@thinkthrufashion.com. And keep reading for more swimsuit shopping options that flatter pear shapes. (more…)
I’ve been looking for a bandeau top bikini for ages. I hate spending too much on bathing suits so I was thrilled to stumble upon the adorable and über affordable swimwear at Alloy.com. You can mix and match a variety of styles in coordinating colors and patterns—plus, everything is on sale! I went retro with solids and polka-dots. My string bottoms just arrived yesterday and they fit true to size. I’m excited to see the variety of tops next week!
From left: SOLID LONG TANKINI
($35.50 $29.99), POLKADOT RETRO BOTTOM
($25.50 $19.99), POLKADOT BANDEAU
($25.50 $19.99), SOLID SKIRTED BOTTOM
($25.50 $19.99), SOLID RING HALTER
($25.50 $19.99), SOLID BELTED BOY SHORT
($25.50 $19.99), SOLID HALTER LONG TANKINI
($35.50 $29.99), SOLID RUCHED-SIDE BOTTOM
($25.50 $19.99) ,SOLID BANDEAU
($25.50 $19.99), SOLID STRING BOTTOM
($25.50 $19.99)
