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Curvy Girl Swim Guide

Curvy Girl Swim Guide
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2020
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The Curvy Girls’ Guide To Swimsuits

Sexy. Fun. Bold. Just like our gorgeous Contributing Fashion Editor, Tocarra, we know that’s what you are looking for when it comes to swim suits. Check out these fab five styles which are perfect for your shape and body@

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The Deep V One Piece

For curvy women with enviable cleavage, the deep v-neck one piece should be a summertime staple. Easily playing up your beset asset, this style is deep enough to show skin, but not so deep that the twins are overexposed. Opt for a monochorome suit for maximum slimming effect.

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The Deep V One Piece

Miraclesuit Tropical Print Swimsuit, $260. Available now at Style369.com.

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The Deep V One Piece

Ladies Ombre Animal Swimsuit, $32. Available now at Peacocks.com.

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The Deep V One Piece

Patagonia Women’s Solid Bibiana One-Piece, $89. Available now at Patagonia.com.

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The Deep V One Piece

Heidi Klein Corsica Halterneck Swimsuit, $126. Available now at TheOutnet.com.

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The Deep V One Piece

Women’s Striped Halter Swimsuit, $27.50. Available now at OldNavy.com.

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High-Waisted Bikini

This vintage style silhouette is perfect for the curvy girl who wants to rock a sexy two piece but worries about imperfections around the midsection. If your less-than-perfect abs have you in a rut, don’t fret – just raise the cut. A high-waisted bikini bottom not only exudes retro pinup glam, it also helps slim the midsection and allows for just a peek of skin to show. This way you can be “mighty mighty” in a two-piece without letting it all hang out.

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High-Waisted Bikini

Polka Dot Bikini, $24. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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High-Waisted Bikini

Pink Bow Bikini Top and Tummy Control Briefs, $60. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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High-Waisted Bikini

Norma Kamali High-Waisted Briefs, $175. Available now at Net-a-Porter.com.

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High-Waisted Bikini

Tori Parver Betty smocked high-waisted bikini briefs, $98. Available now at Net-A-Porter.com.

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High-Waisted Bikini

Beach Blanket Bingo two piece in red, $89.99. Available now at Modcloth.com.

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Skirted Suits

Concerned about your thunder thighs? Try a swim skirt on for size. A skirted suit offers the perfect balance between showing skin and masking flaws. Show off your amazing arms and cleavage up top while covering the lower region. It’s modest, yet still chic, especially in bright colors, patterns and shapes.

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Skirted Suits

Penbrooke V-inset skirted swimsuit, $59.99. Available nowa t OneStopPlus.com.

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Skirted Suits

Priestley’s Vintage Peony Pink Floral Bathing Suit, $306. Available now at Coggles.com.

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Skirted Suits

Black Dress Swimsuit, $64. Available now at Evans.co.uk.

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Skirted Suits

Surplice Style Swimsuit by Longitude, $99. Available now at OneStopPlus.com.

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Tankini

One of the most versatile swimsuit silhouettes, the tankini offers security and coverage while still allowing for fun prints. Go daring down below with a sexier bottom piece and still keep it classy up top. Tankinis also offer the option of hiking up your tank top for a nice even tanning session if a one-piece isn’t your thing.

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Tankini

Moroccan Stripe Tankini Top and Briefs, $64. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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Tankini

Women’s Mix & Match Halter Tankini Tops, $15. Available now at OldNavy.com.

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Tankini

Crossfront Morrocan Tankini, $30. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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Tankini

Ladies Ombre Animal Tankini, $16. Available now at Peacocks.co.uk.

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Body Shaping One Piece

Whether it’s a Miraclesuit or an ultra femme style with a little extra Lycra, a one piece in the perfect color and material offers flawless coverage without sacrificing sex appeal. Play up your assets by rocking the silhouette perfect for you, whether it be a halter, one-shoulder or strapless.

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Body Shaping One Piece

Cross Body Swimsuit, $56. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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Body Shaping One Piece

Ladies Animal Swimsuit, $24. Available now at Peacocks.com.

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Body Shaping One Piece

Purple Miraclesuit Swimsuit, $220. Available now at Evans.Co.Uk.

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Body Shaping One Piece

Womens Plus One-Shoulder Swimsuit, by Old Navy, $54.94. Available now at OldNavy.com.

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