How to choose the best swimsuit for your body type
Updated: 04.11.2026
In short: choose a swimsuit that balances your top and bottom. - Pear: a bright or detailed top with dark bottoms. - Apple: a ruched or tummy-control one-piece, or a tankini. - Rectangle: ruffles, cut-outs and high-leg bottoms to create curves. - Inverted triangle: a simple top with colorful, tie-side bottoms. - Hourglass: almost anything, especially styles that mark the waist.
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Find your body type
| Body type | How to tell |
|---|---|
| Pear (triangle) | Hips more than 2 in / 5 cm wider than shoulders |
| Inverted triangle | Shoulders/bust more than 2 in / 5 cm wider than hips |
| Apple (round) | Little waist definition, fuller midsection |
| Rectangle | Shoulders, waist and hips about the same |
| Hourglass | Shoulders ≈ hips, waist 8+ in / 20+ cm smaller |
What to wear
| Body type | Best swimsuits | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Pear | Ruffled or bandeau tops, push-up, bright tops; dark mid-rise bottoms; swim skirts | Busy bottoms with plain tops, low-rise briefs |
| Apple | Ruched or tummy-control one-pieces, tankinis, V-necks, empire waist | Bandeaus, low-rise bottoms, horizontal stripes at the middle |
| Rectangle | Ruffles, side cut-outs (monokini), high-leg bottoms, contrast belts | Plain sporty one-pieces |
| Inverted triangle | Halter or sporty tops, solid tops; colorful tie-side or ruffled bottoms | Push-up and big ruffles on top |
| Hourglass | Underwire bikinis, high-waisted retro sets, belted one-pieces | Shapeless styles that hide the waist |
Special cases
- Large bust: underwire tops sold in bra sizes (34D, 36DD), wide adjustable straps. Thin string halters don't support.
- Small bust: ruffled bandeaus, padded triangles, prints and detail on top.
- Tummy control: power-mesh lining, high-waisted bottoms, a dark center panel with lighter sides.
- Long torso: look for "long torso" one-pieces, or choose a bikini.
Don't stop at the chart
Body type is a starting point. Height, skin tone and how you feel in it matter more. Pick 3–4 options and try them on your photo; it takes about 30 seconds each.
FAQ
What swimsuit is most flattering?
A dark one-piece with ruching or diagonal lines, a V-neck and a high-leg cut flatters most shapes.
What swimsuit hides a belly?
A tummy-control one-piece, a tankini, or a high-waisted bikini.
One-piece or bikini?
A one-piece is better for laps and coverage. A bikini is better for tanning and shows off the waist.
Can I see a swimsuit on my body before buying?
Yes. Upload your photo and the swimsuit to AnyTry.