Bikinis for the summer

Find the perfect bikini for your body shape with our bikini guide

APPLE SHAPED
bikini

...with no waist
If you don't have many curves, create some with ruffle, belt and bow details. A high waist tie-side bottom allows you the flexibility to create a high-on-the-thigh cut, elongating your legs, as well as adding curves to hips with bow ties. Opt for a strapless bandeau to shorten your torso and draw attention to your lovely long legs or go for an embellished or ruffle string top for a flirty fun look. Avoid halter tops as these will lengthen your top half.

...with too much tummy
If you're worried about showing your muffin-top off on the beach but still want to wear a bikini, try a tankini. Some will end just short of where you need them to, but if you get one long enough, you'll still get away with showing off your hip line.

BOTTOM HEAVY

...with big thighs

If you've got chunky thighs or short legs you want to draw attention to your middle and top half by wearing a style that elongates your legs yet shows off your torso and top half to best effect. The lengthening appearance of high-tied string bikinis will come to your rescue and can be the most flattering look. Make sure the string is tied just high enough to lengthen the legs but also ensure the waist is cut low enough to show off your stomach. A bold print string top will also help draw the eye to your top half.

Ondademar offer an excellent range of bikinis to suit this shape.

...with a big bottom
Less is definitely more with a big bum. Do not be tempted to cover the offending area with swathes of material that simply draw more attention to what you are trying to cover. Find a quality lycra bikini that will pull you in and up, yes up, in all the right places. Women the world over have been convinced by the smaller bikini bottom (no, we're not talking thongs), one that helps to lift rather than cover like Bridget Jones big pants! Opt for a bikini that has a full side, no ties, and avoid frills and shorts. Contrary to popular belief shorts only flatter incredibly long, thin pins.

Anonymous replied 47 weeks 5 days ago

Tell me this...why is the same model supposed to representing each of these body types?? Now I know the models here never have ANY of those problems...but it would at least make sense to use three different people...to convince the regular people out there that these suits make a difference on these types of bodies...??