With the March school holidays about to come to an end, it’s time to break out your swimsuits and take your tots out to the beach for some pre-school R&R.
While bikinis and two-piece sets might seem like the better option for those who are afraid that too much fabric might make them look lumpy, we are definitely Team Swimsuits at The Weekly.
Not only do they do a better job keeping you protected from the harmful UV rays of the sun, the coverage they offer can also be used to help you look slimmer (because let’s face it, one morning at the gym isn’t enough time to get your beach bod in order).
With the right styling tips, we show you 8 swimsuits that you can count on for a svelte silhouette.
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Why it’s slimming: The mesh inserts reveal a tiny sliver of skin underneath the one-piece, and creates a visual trickery to make it seem like your swimsuit cuts into an hourglass shape.
Furthermore, it also gives you a bright pop of colour, which is perfect for a tropical beach look.
Style with: Wear this with a floppy sunhat and stack some wooden bangles before heading out.
Why it’s slimming: This Norma Kamali design features a higher V-hem, which helps to draw the eyes down in a vertical line. This allows you to appear taller and slimmer without much fuss.
Style with: To complement the classic monochromatic print, throw on some cool slides and a pair of big sunnies.
Why it’s slimming: Horizontal stripes might seem counterintuitive, but hear us out. The reason we’ve included this design is largely due to the displaced stripes that run down the left and right sections of the front.
This displacement creates that a more streamlined appearance and a smaller waist.
Style with: Since this design is reminiscent of the ‘50s, go completely retro with ankle-tie wedges and a big straw bag.
Why it’s slimming: The ruffles and the cutouts here are the key to looking slimmer.
Firstly, the ruffles create a distraction that can hide your tummy section, and secondly, the cutouts on either side of this swimsuit pull inwards around the waist to give the illusion of a slimmer waistline.
Style with: Embrace the colour of the floral pattern finish with a bright orange manicure.
Why it’s slimming: With a belt running underneath the bust line, it creates an impression of a fuller chest area. This, in turn, then plays down to width of the waist, while balancing out your hips and thighs.
Plus, you cannot go wrong with a black swimsuit!
Style with: Brighten up your look with a colourful caftan or a printed scarf.
Why it’s slimming: The way that this swimsuit incorporates colour blocking is sheer genius because rather than let the colours splice your bodice horizontal, the slight diagonal tilt makes you appear slimmer in a matter of seconds.
Style with: Gladiator sandals are a nod to the swimsuit’s Grecian-inspired asymmetric neckline.
Why it’s slimming: This swimsuit incorporates design elements seen in many of the other designs we’ve seen here. From the side cutouts and the mesh inserts to the mixture of nude fabrics with printed fabrics, it’s designed to trick the eye into thinking that the wearer has a smaller tummy without sacrificing the hourglass silhouette.
Style with: Keep your accessories simple with black sandals and silver jewellery.
Why it’s slimming: When all else fails, a swimsuit with a plunging neckline instantly creates the idea of a longer torso with a smaller waist and a ampler chest.
Style with: Don’t forget to pack a big scarf with you for those times you want some extra coverage.