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Stop hiding that beautiful body behind a cover up! Lovely ladies of all shapes and sizes can hit the water in style with the right bathing suit. No matter how many laps you ran at the gym last week, nothing takes off the weight faster than a flattering bathing suit showing off your sexy shape.
Halter
Halter tops boost your bust and lengthen your body without adding extra visual weight. The secret? It's all in the strap width. Wide straps widen your figure and narrow straps slim it down. Ruffles, beads and other bobbles on top accent your shapely curves without drawing attention to your hips. If you're big-busted, play down the accessories and choose a solid pattern with some underwire for firm support. Pair that gorgeous halter top with a bikini style bottom sans-string ties and go admire yourself in the mirror.
Scuba
The scuba swimsuit hugs your body and gives you a coveted shapely figure in an instant. Focus on how well it fits and the colors. Vertical lines are the way to go and a splash of bright color on a dark or gray background keeps things looking fab, not drab. The high-cut bottom lengthens the legs, unlike the boy-shorts cut, and that nice little zipper on the front lets you control your cleavage. Let it out or reel it in -- it's all up to you.
Belted
Tuck in that tummy with a belted swimsuit style. Curves look smashing, but if they make you uncomfortable, this is the instant fix -- no dieting or harsh workouts required. Choose a belt with an attractive center clasp and ensure it fits tight instead of sagging down. Ruffles on top will also draw the eye up, up and away. Stick to a darker color palette for maximum slimming power. Think purple, navy blue or black.
Skirtini
Add a touch of femininity to your swimsuit with the skirtini. Fashioned like a bikini bottom with a mini-skirt over it, what's not to love? Rock a dark, solid color on bottom and a pattern or brighter color on top. Find the perfect pattern size to compliment your figure with this quick tip recommended by The Chic Fashionista. Ball up your hand and press it against one of the little patterned shapes. If the pattern's bigger than your fist, choose a smaller print. As always, opt for vertical lines and nix those hip-widening horizontal stripes.
