Summer Swim Style: Find the Right Suit for Your Frame

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While it might be intimidating to see the Naomi Campbells of the world in bikinis, anyone can look great in a bathing suit, as long as you know which suit fits you best. All you need to do is figure out your body type, and we'll do the rest!

If you are...
Curvy (large chest and bottom): Halter tops offer the best support for a large chest, and if you opt for a two piece with a halter and a swim skirt to cover your bottom, you can show off those sexy curves the right way. This Kenneth Cole Reaction Banded Halter Top with Ruched Bottom two-piece ($56, macys.com) comes in a variety of colors for some fun in the sun.

If you are:
Lean & Long (tall, without many curves): Triangle-top bikinis look great on a long and lean body. This fun Zebra Run two-piece with a triangle top from Forever 21 will get your summer started right. (Zebra Run Top, $10.80, Zebra Run Bottom, $9.80)


If you are...

Tummy Conscious
(worried about your mid-section): Feeling a little weary about exposing your middle because you don't exactly have a six pack? While you might tend to gravitate toward something loose fitting in the middle, a suit with some detailing around the mid-section is more stylish and will keep your tummy in place. Although it's a little on the pricey side, this La Blanca Swimsuit ($109, macys.com) is a great investment that won't go out of swim-style.

If you are...
Pear Shaped (small bust, large bottom):
For those with a smaller bust and bigger bottom, you'll want to attract attention to your upper body and away from the bottom, and mismatching a bathing suit with a printed top and solid bottom does the trick. This Jungle Fever Bikini Top ($10.80, forever21.com) paired with a solid bottom of your color choice will fit your frame nicely.

If you are...
Petite (short with a small frame): For a petite frame, you want to avoid prints that are too large or overwhelming. A high-cut bottom will elongate your legs. Go for a solid two-piece with a high-cut bottom, like the Bandeau Bikini from American Eagle ($19.50, ae.com)
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