It's that dreaded season again. swimsuit season.
Last year, BizRate Research conducted a survey among 1,670 women and discovered that 90% of women are concerned about their appearance in a swimsuit. Big duh. In fact, almost half dread shopping for them and trying them on. There's really not much to hide when you put on a swimsuit — no wonder it's so angst-ridden.
Trying on jeans is also up there in the 'shopping-dread' category but I have discovered with my clients that if you know your body type and what styles work for you, then it's actually fun!
Although I can't magically take away cellulite, here are some quick tips for what to look for when it comes to buying a swimsuit.
Rectangle:
Since your major trouble spot is your tummy, you can do one of two things. Visually slim your waist with asymmetrical details and a Miracle Suit or wear a cute tankini that has an a-line top such as the one shown. The fabric glides past your tummy and the tankini also helps if you have a long torso and want more coverage but can't fit a one-piece.
Hourglass
Two-piece or one-piece suits work well for you. You'll want to ensure that you have ample support on top so look for suit tops that have a halter-style. I have found that halters provide the most coverage as well as provide a flattering line.
Inverted Triangle
For those of you with super broad shoulders and slim hips and thighs, cute little string bikini 
Triangle
Since you have a small bust and narrow shoulders you'll want to look for a suit that has built-in cups and/or ruching at the bustline like the Miraclesuit shown. Also pay attention to the neckline! You'll want something that is more square or that has wider straps; this will visually broaden your shoulders and leads the eye up away from your hips.
(Shared from Teresa at Wardrobe911)
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Why can't I ever find these descriptions with pictures of people who are alittle bigger!LOL Then I'd be able to really make a decision!
Yeah like if I had a body like those girls I'd be worried about swimsuit season. HA! Thanks for a laugh – intentional or otherwise – you've made my day.
Thank goodness the thong has gone the way of the dodo! That one didnt flatter anybody!
Trev
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hrm…and if my body type is nothing like these women's body type?
Based on your descriptions, I'm a rectangle, hourglass, triangle. What now?
I wish when people did the "what swimsuit will look fantastic on you" they used real world examples. It's hard enough buying a swimsuit without having to use these women as an example.
Unfortunately, this post is completely unhelpful. Can anyone REALLY tell any meaningful difference between the figures of these stick-women in the pictures above? Ack!!