29 Awesome Feminine Swimsuits for all Body Types

Let’s get real for a moment. If you have found this blog post, then you’re probably feeling a little lost and confused and wondering, “what feminine swimsuits are right for my body type?”

I’m here to assure you, there is a perfect swimsuit out there for you!

Listen up ladies, when swimsuit season is here, it’s completely normal to feel a little intimidated, or nervous about putting an old bikini back on, or shopping for a new one.

In this post I will lay out all the different styles of swimsuits, explain body shapes, and teach you how to look for the right type that will be flattering and comfortable.

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Have you started reading this blog post without knowing how or where to even begin to get bikini ready? Don’t worry, I’ve GOT YOU! Check out one of my last blog posts about How to Get Bikini Ready: a Routine That Works. HERE: https://afemininelife.com/how-to-get-bikini-ready/

Did I mention that the How to Get Bikini Ready: a Routine That Works. is completely free? Well it is. Be sure to check it out. I made it because I know how stressful it can be when you’re coming out of a long fall and winter and you haven’t worn a swimsuit in over half a year. That is, not until all of a sudden, you’re throwing that bikini on, nerves a wreck, and confidence nowhere to be found, and you’re underwhelmed with how it fits or looks. That guide will help you step by step to get bikini confident.

Great! So now that you have read the Bikini Ready guide that works, let’s get down to which bikini you should choose for your own specific body type.

But first. In order to know what type of bikini will work the best for you, you need to know a little bit about Feminine body types.

Body Types

There are many different body shapes; no two people are exactly alike, just as life itself is unique. Women often recognize a few common body types, including hourglass, apple, ruler, pear, and inverted triangle. If you’ve never taken the time to identify your body type or if you’d like a refresher, grab a measuring tape and let’s get started!

Hourglass

One of the most well-known and sought-after body types is the hourglass shape. This shape is characterized by a balanced bust and hips, with a smaller waist that is approximately 7 to 10 inches smaller than both the bust and hips. For example, an hourglass figure might have a bust measurement of 35 inches, hips measuring 36 inches, and a waist measuring 25 inches.

Do you recognize the name of these celebrity women with hourglass shapes? Scarlett Johannsen is a petite hourglass. Kate Winslet. Dita Von Teese. Brigitte Bardot. Salma Hayek, just to name a few.

Feminine Swimsuits for your hourglass shape.

1. by choosing a color-block suit (a solid color on the entirety of the front and back, but something like a wide, black vertical stipe or blocking down your sides)
2. You can enhance your full bosom by choosing a feminine swimsuit that is a classic breast enhancing triangle top.
3. choose a V-neck to highlight your slim waist and enhance your breasts
4. crop top that will define your small waist and midsection
5. string bikini will accentuate your hourglass shape
6. triangle top will flatter your curves

Shop Amazon Swimsuits for Hourglass Body Type

1. two piece triangle top, color block swimsuit set HERE: https://amzn.to/41BB6wC
2. two piece crop top swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3XpatbW
3. sexy triangle bikini HERE: https://amzn.to/43f0l9p
4. push up, high leg thong 2-piece HERE: https://amzn.to/4h7KPPY
5. one piece, one shoulder swimsuit with mesh waist HERE: https://amzn.to/4h0OTkY
6. Slimming one piece (color block down sides) HERE: https://amzn.to/3D50B06

Apple

The apple body shape is a very common shape for women. Essentially, if your waist and shoulders are wider than your hips, (often have a fuller bust as well) you could have an apple shaped body. Essentially, will have a less defined waist. To know for sure, measure your waist at its smaller points and your hips at their biggest. Now, divide your waist measurements by your hips. To compare, if your ratio is 0.8 higher, you are most likely an apple shape.

First, let’s look at some well known actresses that have an apple shaped body are: Catherine Zeta Jones. Drew Barrymore. Kate Upton. Angelina Jolie and Oprah Winfrey.

Swimsuits you can find for the Apple shape that works for you by:

1. balancing out the bottom part of the suit with a skirt or ruffles,
2. make sure to keep the top portion of your swimsuit free from ruffles and added material.
3. Wear tummy control swimsuits
4. rushed bottoms
5. High waisted bottoms
6. High neck tankini
7. Halter top that has a flapper-like dress shape (ruffles flowing downward but only if neck is cinched)

Shop Amazon Swimsuits for Apply Body Type

1. tummy control one piece swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/41E1wxQ
2. High waisted ruched bottom, tummy control 2-piece, vertical striped top HERE: https://amzn.to/4bnFm6c
3. ruched tankini HERE: https://amzn.to/3DfiE3y
4. Cut out, 2-piece midrise rushed swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3QFec10
5. Slimming one-piece color block down sides HERE: https://amzn.to/3D50B06

Pear

Wider hips than Bust with a defined Waist. To know for sure, you will need to measure your hip, waist and bust measurements. Your hips should be wider than your bust and shoulders. When measuring your bust, measure at your fullest part, around your nipples and don’t press hard or you will flatten out your breasts and receive inaccurate measurements. Furthermore, when measuring your waist, start around your most barrow spot on your waist. Likewise when measuring your hips or butt, put the tape over your largest area.

Actresses who have a pear shape are: Jennifer Lopez. Jennifer Love Hewitt. Alicia Keys. Rihanna and Shakira, just to name a handful, but of course there are many more.

Here are some Feminine Swimsuits for pear shaped women; you’ll want to enhance your natural curves.

1. Plunging necklines (balances gaze)
2. bold prints up top to keep eyes focused upward
3. use skirted bottoms
4. go for bold, dark colored bottoms
5. Asymmetrical swimsuit will enhance a thin upper body

Shop Amazon Swimsuits for Pear Body Type

1. skirted swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/41gYZIy
2. one-piece skirted, floral suit HERE: https://amzn.to/3DrKr0G
3. halter push-up, tummy control, dark bottom swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/43l0sQB
4. Ruffle top, bold print one-piece HERE: https://amzn.to/43igiLQ
5. Ruffle off the shoulder top, high waisted bottom HERE: https://amzn.to/3XoNIoC
6. Three piece, high waisted, sarong included, triangle halter HERE: https://amzn.to/4idgpg6

Ruler or Rectangle

A ruler or rectangle body sounds like it sounds; from head to toe, you are one shape and size. When your body has a ruler shape, you may feel less curvy and might not know where to draw attention. Additionally, a ruler body type typically has a similar-sized bust, hips, waist, and shoulders.

Of course we have the list of actresses like Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Garner, Natalie Portman, Cameron Diaz, and Anushka Sharma have ruler or rectangle-shaped bodies. Even without the coveted hourglass figure, they are some of the most attractive and beautiful women. Just because you don’t have a full bust or the iconic J-Lo booty doesn’t mean you don’t have plenty to offer.

One of the perks of having a rectangle-shaped body is that you can pull off a tiny, skimpy bikini and look fantastic! And now that I mention it, I can’t help but think of that song, “She wore an itsy bitsy, teeny weeny, yellow polka dot bikini…” Does anyone know who sings it or where it originated?

Sorry, I get a little distracted from time to time. Let’s get back on track.

Feminine Swimsuits for Rectangle body type:

1. Skimpy triangle tops
2. plunging V-neck lines
3. off the shoulder styles to show off your beautiful upper body
4. high cut bottoms to elongate your legs
5. Try mixing one of these tops with the high cut bikini bottom to showcase your whole body

Shop Amazon Swimsuits for Rectangle/Ruler Body Type

1. off the shoulder ruffle swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/4h3dLZh
2. one shoulder color block swimsuit with cut-out HERE: https://amzn.to/3F3y3oj
3. two piece, strapless swimsuit, solid color & ribbed HERE: https://amzn.to/3XrEUhz
4. one piece ombre cut-out swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/4iivBbN
5. sexy bikini set lots of cut-outs HERE: https://amzn.to/3QKadAx
6. Off the shoulder one piece with cut-out HERE: https://amzn.to/4bsuIvc

Inverted Triangle

What does an inverted triangle body look like? An inverted triangle shape features broader shoulders and busts than the waist and hips. To determine if you have this body type, start by measuring your shoulders or bust. Next, measure your hips. Then, divide your shoulder or bust measurement by your hip measurement. You may have an inverted triangle body shape if your shoulders are wider than your hips. This physique is often sought after and is commonly referred to as a swimmer’s physique, indicating a strong athletic build.

Several well-known celebrities, including Demi Moore, Naomi Campbell, Renee Zellweger, Uma Thurman, and Maisie Williams, possess inverted triangle body shapes!

What swimsuit to wear if you have an inverted triangle body:

1. Flared Skirt with one shoulder top
2. Tennis Skirt or flared sarong over any swimsuit
3. one shoulder one piece swimsuits (they divert attention from broad shoulders
4. one-piece with a skirt

Shop Amazon Feminine Swimsuits for Inverted Triangle Body Type

1. Tennis skirt swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3QGyZkV
2. modest one shoulder asymmetrical swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3QLhjo8
3. one piece with cut-out skirted swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3QGKh8Y
4. One shoulder, skirted, tummy control HERE: https://amzn.to/3QEefuf
5. 4-piece swimsuit HERE: https://amzn.to/3XpsV3X
6. cheeky 3-piece with cover-up HERE: https://amzn.to/3XrFiwx

There you have it! Awesome Feminine Swimsuits for all Body Types. I hope this helped you discover what body type you are and also what swimsuit will be most flattering to wear. I can’t wait to read your comments, so leave them below. Thank you for being here with me.

XoXo,

Britt Gal

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