Best Swimsuits For Every Body Type: 8 Bikinis and One-Pieces That Flatteringly Minimize or Boost Curves

Whether you want to minimize your hips or boost your bust this summer, swimwear experts weigh in on the most flattering silhouettes for every shape

By Rose Curiel Jul 27, 2013 12:03 AMTags
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With summer in full swing, many of us are facing the dreaded task of finding the perfect swimsuit!

Yes, many find the thought of slipping into a body-baring swimsuit a little intimidating—especially if we've been slacking on hitting the gym! But with the variety of fabulous swimsuit styles available on the market, there's a stunning suit to flatter just about every shape and size.

And, thankfully, we've tapped two experts to fill us in on a few tips to looking our best in our bikini—or one-piece as the case may be. That's right, we drilled swimwear designer and model Tori Praver, as well as the brand director of swimwear company Seafolly, Andie Halas, for their style secrets—and we're sharing them with you!

Are you a voluptuous beach babe like Modern Family star Sofia Vergara? Not only have we found a one-piece similar to the brilliant blue one she rocked not too long ago, but both Praver and Halas fill us in on why curvy gals should reach for a similar shape.

Or perhaps you happen to have a naturally athletic shape like Nashville cutie Hayden Panettiere? Learn how you can add a little sex appeal to your beachwear with a couple of bust-boosting tops and even curve-enhancing bottoms.

Whether your boast a boyish or curvy shape, are top-heavy or bottom heavy, we've found eight fab swimsuits that will have you turning heads for all the right reasons this summer!