Plus Size Women's Swimwear
The women's plus size swimsuit is chosen for its support and fit: a shaping one-piece, a bikini with underwire for bust support, a tankini that covers the tummy, or a swimsuit with a skirt. The right swimsuit makes you comfortable at the beach as well as at the pool.
A shaping one-piece maintains your figure without being tight.
Which plus size swimsuit should you choose?
The one-piece swimsuit, with supportive fabric at the belly, is the most covering and comfortable. The bikini, with underwired top and high-waisted bottom, offers more freedom. The tankini, a long top over a bottom, covers the belly while remaining practical. The swim skirt hides the tops of the thighs.
Well supporting a generous bust
A top with underwiring and separate cups provides better support than a triangle one. Wide, adjustable straps distribute the weight, and a solid underbust band provides the essentials of support. Some swimsuits are designed by cup size, much like a bra.
High-waisted bottom?
The high-waisted bottom covers the belly and supports without marking the hips; it has a very flattering retro look. The classic bottom, which is more cut out, elongates the leg. The shorty, more covering, is suitable for activities on the beach.
What colour and pattern?
Dark colours, like black or navy, refine the silhouette. A print placed where you want to draw attention, with a solid colour elsewhere, balances the whole. Vertical patterns elongate; drapes and gathers conceal the belly.
Choosing the right size
A swimsuit should fit snugly: it shouldn't gape once wet, nor mark the skin. Measure your bust size, your underbust size, and your hip size; for a bikini, the top and bottom can be different sizes.
How to care for a swimsuit?
Rinse it in clear water after each swim to remove salt or chlorine. Hand wash it in cold water, and dry it flat in the shade: direct sunlight and tumble dryers damage the elastane.
Beach accessories
A tunic or light cotton shirt, a sarong tied at the waist, or a flowy short from the plus size shorts can be worn over the swimsuit to head to the terrace. A hat protects from the sun.
A swimsuit for every activity
For lap swimming, a one-piece with a racerback or crossback stays in place. For aqua aerobics, a covering and well-supported model allows for free movement. For tanning, a bikini with removable straps avoids tan lines. A versatile swimsuit, a solid one-piece, works for all these activities.
When to find discounted plus size swimsuits?
Swimwear shopping should happen before summer: the summer sales hit mid-season for a discounted plus size swimsuit. Black Friday allows you to prepare for a sunny holiday.
Check the Sales page in summer, the Black Friday page in November, and the Promotions page all year round. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
Which swimsuit hides the belly?
A shaping one-piece, a tankini, or a high-waisted bottom. Drapes on the belly also conceal.
Bikini or one-piece for a round silhouette?
Both, depending on your mood. A bikini with an underwired top and a high-waisted bottom offers as much support as a one-piece.
How to tell if a swimsuit is too big?
It gapes in the water, the straps slip, or the bottom stretches. A swimsuit should be snug when dry.
How to prevent chlorine from damaging the swimsuit?
Rinse it immediately in clear water. For the pool, a swimsuit made of chlorine-resistant fabric lasts longer.
Can a one-piece swimsuit be worn as a body?
Yes, a solid model can be worn with shorts or a skirt in summer. Choose one without visible underwiring.
