Marie Su, the creative brains behind SUMARIE couture swimwear has a wealth of fashion knowledge, especially when it comes to bikinis and swimsuits! Here is some advice from Marie Su on finding your perfect swimwear.
Looking fabulous and feeling confident in a bikini is not about having the perfect figure, but having the perfect bikini for your body.
Tip 1: Know your body
- STRAIGHT- TUBE shape. Okay, you don't have curves. No problem. Choose a bathing suit that adds emphasis to your hip and bust area. A bathing suit with ruffles, ties or other embellishments will work perfectly.
- HOURGLASS-CURVE shape. You have a curvy upper and lower body. Look for swimsuits with adjustable straps and halter-tops. Wear a bikini with matching top and bottoms or solid colours. One-piece swimwear is also a flattering option.
- APPLE- BUSTY shape. If you have this body, you have a larger upper-body and fuller breasts. Buy swimwear with straps and patterns. Also consider a halter-top style swimsuit. Make sure the swimsuit provides added breast support.
- PEAR-BIGGER HIPS shape. In this instance, you carry more weight in the hips, thighs and legs. What you want to do is draw attention above the waist. Buy a swimsuit with a lower neckline. Also look for bright colours on the top of the swimsuit.
Tip 2: Find a bikini or swimsuit that accentuates your best assets
What are your best assets? Do you love your curvaceous hips? Or possibly your slim midriff? How about your large breasts? Be truthful with yourself, although we all find it difficult at times, we should all love our bodies. Which is your favourite part?
Now, do you have a 'problem' area? A tummy that you would rather not have on show, or possibly a bigger bottom than you would like? We all have areas that we are self-conscious of and they need to also be included in the criteria for our swimwear search.
There are many elements to the perfect bikini or swimsuit, the cut and style are both very important, however let's not forget the following key elements:
Colour
Bright colours will draw attention; use these to cover your best assets.
Dark solid colours if you have part of your body you are self-conscious about; then use dark solid colours for this area.
Pattern
Large pattern designs create a fantastic visual illusion making something look larger than it actually is. For example, they would be the perfect solution to if you want to make smaller breasts look larger. Of course, large pattern designs should be avoided if you would like to make something look smaller.
Small pattern designs are very subtle and be used to 'hide' small problem areas by detracting attention from them {such as your midriff}.
Style
Bikini Bras for smaller breasts – padded bikini bras will add volume to your chest area should you wish. Or for a simple look, opt for small bikini bras with less 'coverage' so not to swamp a small chest.
Bikini bras for bigger breasts – a supportive structure and wider straps to ensure that you feel comfortable and secure in your bikini. Avoid string bikinis unless you are sufficiently firm across the chest.
Bikinis for a smaller bottom – a Brazilian cut bikini bottom is a fabulous option for a smaller bottom. They cut higher across the bottoms giving you more shape. Horizontal stripes are also a good option to give the visual illusion of width and depth to your bottom.
Bikinis for a larger bottom – a stylish and chic look, opt for French knicker cut bottoms which offer coverage without drawing attention to the area. Please do not opt for bottoms with attached skirts as the extra fabric adds inches.
Other things to consider
Embellishments, bows and brooches will draw attention to the area that they are place. A beautiful bow at the centre of a bikini top will highlight your stunning cleavage, or maybe you are proud of your slim hips? A bow placed on the hip with draw attention to them.
Still not sure if a bikini is for you? SUMARIE offers an exciting range of swimsuits and monokinis, all of which offer you the subtle coverage you wish for, whilst ensuring that you remain irresistibly chic beside the pool.
The joy of finding your perfect bikini or swimsuit; is choosing a few key accessories to enhance it. This may be a beautiful beach bag to hold your lotion and books, or possibly a fashionable kaftan that will see you move from the beach to the beach bar with stylish ease.
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