How to choose a swimsuit by body type? Classification of beach outfits
Summer is just around the corner, everyone is in anticipation of the sun and warmth. And now is the time to think about purchasing a swimsuit, which is a must-have part of your summer wardrobe. This is a tricky business, but knowing the pros and cons of your physique will make finding the right beach outfit much easier. So how to choose a swimsuit for your body type?
Choosing your own version of a swimsuit
Despite all the diversity, swimsuits are divided into two large groups - separate and "one-piece". Each group is represented by several types that help to hide body imperfections.
Separate swimwear: types
Bikini, one of the most popular and famous types. It is a set consisting of a bra with thin spaghetti straps and tight panties.
Trikini is a spicy mini-bikini, which is presented in two models: a monokini, consisting of only panties and a microkinis - a bodice and swimming trunks made of very narrow strips of fabric.
In a bandeau, unlike a bikini, a bra is a strapless tape that wraps around the chest. A variety of bandos, called "bandino", differs in that the bodice reaches the waist and resembles a strapless top.
Halter - a swimsuit with bra straps that are fastened or tied around the neck.
Tankini consists of a long top with spaghetti straps and panties that look like mini shorts.
The tank consists of an elastic top with wide straps. The top can be of different lengths - from short to elongated, reaching to the hips.
The swimdress consists of a bodice, swimming trunks and a skirt. Skirts can be of different cuts. It perfectly hides the imperfections of the lower body.
One-piece swimsuits - classification
Mayo is a classic. A leotard with sewn on straps, it differs in the shape of the neckline, it can be V-shaped, round, square and even in the shape of a heart.
One-piece bandeau - strapless bodice, held on the body by elastic.
The tank is one-piece with wide one-piece straps. There is a variety with a scent on the chest called surplice.
High neck refers to sports swimwear. Usually dark, more often black, with a small cut.
Plange is an efficient model with deep, revealing V-necklines both at the front and at the back. Visually lengthens the silhouette and adds volume to the chest.
Monokini is the most revealing of the one-piece swimwear. In front, the bodice and panties are connected by a strip of fabric, ribbon or chain. Has large cutouts on the sides.
Halter - with ties or fasteners around the neck.
One-piece swimdress is a dress of different lengths. It gives volume to the hips by balancing the figure.
Knowing the names of swimsuits, and what they are, you can already decide how to choose a swimsuit according to the type of your figure. The beautiful half of humanity can be divided into 5 main types.
Let's consider the main types of figures and choose "our"
- Hourglass (X-shaped) type. This figure is considered almost perfect. The size of the chest and hips is the same, women can boast of a pronounced waist. The shapes are round and feminine.
- Pear-shaped (A-shaped) type. This figure is easily recognizable by its narrow shoulders and waist, small breasts and wide hips. When a woman gets fat, then mainly fat is deposited on the lower part - the thighs, sides.
- Inverted triangle (T-shaped) type. Representatives of this figure have a lush bust and a narrow pelvis, and the shoulders are wider than the hips.
- Apple (O-shaped) type. Ladies with such an appetizing figure have shoulders and hips of the same width, feminine and soft lines, but the waist is not pronounced. This type is most likely to be overweight.
- Rectangular (H-shaped) type. Sports figure. The sizes of her bust, waist and hips are almost the same. The characteristic feature is the flat buttocks.
Now it remains to look in the mirror, find out your body type and choose a swimsuit for it.
How to choose a swimsuit by body type?
Hourglass figure
Ladies with an hourglass figure are very lucky, they are suitable for almost all types of swimwear in various colors. They will feel good both in bright separate (bikinis, bandos) and in closed ones - monokini, tank, halter. However, ladies with large breasts should abandon the bandeau, as well as swimsuits with narrow straps, sewn from thin fabric or with shapeless cups. Women with small breasts should avoid horizontal patterns on the bodice and black at the top.
Pear shape
Women - "pears" need to choose a swimsuit that visually enlarges the upper part, and reduces the lower one. It is worth taking a closer look at the halter, the strings on the neck visually increase the width of the shoulders, and the bando, which creates the necessary horizontal. At the same time, a bodice of bright colors is chosen in order to focus on it, and the bottom is monophonic and dark. A combination of stripes will look perfect: horizontal on the bodice, and vertical on the swimming trunks.
Models with a V-neck and wide straps are suitable. If you choose a closed model, then a color of two colors will look great - a brighter part at the top and a monochromatic, dark one at the bottom. Closed shorts, panties with decor and a horizontal stripe, high cutouts on the hips are not suitable for such a figure.
Inverted triangle shape
For a woman with an inverted triangle, the task is the opposite. They need to draw more attention to the bottom. You can choose a bandeau, a strapless bikini, and from a closed one - monokini with criss-cross straps; a sweatshirt with a short skirt or a skirt that extends from the chest area. It is better to give preference to models with a deep V-shaped or round neckline. Panties are chosen with a pattern and decorative elements, it can be ruffles, bows, strings. A bikini should be avoided if its top is brighter than the bottom, as well as bodices with ruffles, draperies and patterns.
Rectangle shape
The rectangular shape of the figure does not have seductive curves, so the main task of the swimsuit is to visually create them. It should accentuate the chest and thighs. For such a figure, both separate and whole types are well suited - swimdress, mayo, halter. A one-piece swimsuit is chosen with a diagonal pattern or vertical stripes. In addition, they choose with a U-shaped top and deep cutouts on the swimming trunks. One-piece monokini is perfect, as well as bikinis in bright solid colors. A set of bodice with thin straps and skirt-shaped swimming trunks will help to visually change the figure. Avoid bandeau, tankini and sporty models, as well as models with geometric cutouts on the sides.
Figure "Apple"
The main problem of women - "apples" - a full waist, so you need to visually reduce it. For this, one-piece swimsuits with deep cutouts (maillot, tank or tankini) and draw-down stays are perfect. Preference is given to a light top and a dark bottom or dark colors for the entire model. In the upper part, bright colors or neckline are also welcome. Light-colored models with decorative ornaments and horizontal stripes should be avoided.
As you can see, it is very important to choose the right swimsuit according to your body type. A perfectly matched swimsuit will highlight the dignity of your figure and hide its flaws, as well as give you self-confidence.
