Get ready girls, that time we all dread has finally arrived: bathing suit shopping. I'll be the first to admit that a lot of the time, shopping for bikinis for me usually ends in a few tears, and I actually am pretty confident and I love my body. However, nothing is worse than trying on tons of suits and not finding a single one that you're in love with. No matter how you feel about yourself, that always feels like a punch in the stomach. I feel like if some of us learn a few tips, we won't pick out the suits that we know won't work, and we'll avoid that awful feeling. I've read so many magazines and articles about choosing the right bikini for your body type, and I still never seem to find the right one, and it's because even the body types they describe in those articles are unrealistic, no matter how much the magazine thinks they're being helpful. Saying that the only types of bodies are either "petite," "curvy," "big chested," or "small butt" is so ridiculous. I can tell you that I fit at least 3 of the different body types described in most of the magazines. I never know which one to follow! So I have my own type of system, and it seems to work for me!
1. I always make sure the top has full coverage, enough for me to be able to run around and have fun on the beach or by the pool. Because of my figure, I avoid those teeny little triangle string bikinis at all costs. Even if it looks supportive, I know it wouldn't be very useful when I want to throw a football around or hit the ocean for a little. I like to choose halter tops that have that band along the bottom that covers any spillage I might encounter. Also, I'm sure to buy a top that covers my chest as much as physically possible. If I see any "side boob" going on, I pass on it. Why bother buying a bikini that I'm falling out of, no matter how cute it is?
2. I always choose cute patterns or colors. When you like the suit that you're wearing, it's going to add confidence! If you picked a boring brown bikini just because you could not find anything else, you're going to feel just like that bikini, boring. It's worth the hunt, trust me. You want to absolutely LOVE the suit you wear, and love being in it. So don't skimp on suits, spend the few extra bucks you might have to on the cute floral suit, if that's what makes you feel pretty. It'll make a big difference in the end.
3. A little tip for those of us who don't like our thighs (I know I'm not alone out there) pick a darker colored bottom (doesn't have to be black!just darker) and a bright, eye catching top. The top will draw attention upward, taking attention away from your lower half without you having to wear a sarong or shorts. It also might even add a little fake height to you!
4. I know we all want to look like models when we have suits on, and the big concern for some girls is cleavage. We all want to be noticed and as sad as it is, girls with larger chests are in almost every swimsuit ad. However, I read in a magazine a few tips from one of the Victoria's Secret models, and one of them stuck out to me and actually works. When putting on a bikini top, flip your head down like you're going to blowdry your hair upside down, and tie the top that way. For some reason it makes your chest look more filled out and lifts it up as well. If that's one of your concerns, try it out!
5. Avoid buying suits online unless you've bought from the store many times before and you're sure of your size. Clothes always look different online from what you really get, and size is no different. On those tall, skinny models, of course the bikini is going to look a certain way, and when it comes in the mail it might not look so great because you had such great expectations for it. This happened to me recently. I had purchased two bikini tops from VS and I followed the chart that explains sizes and what you should buy. When they arrived, they were too small, and of course my confidence was shot. I had been so excited to look like the girl in the magazine and feel great, and instead I just sulked as I sent back the package and had to pay an extra 6 bucks just to get the correct size. It was the worst feeling and I never want to go back. So as much as it stinks, try on the bikinis in stores before buying.
6. When shopping for bikinis, two rules should apply. When you have one on, if you're not in love with it, do not buy it. I repeat, DO NOT BUY IT. If you're not falling over it, you won't be too excited to wear it when there are a ton of people around. That should be true for shopping for anything. Also, bring someone along that you trust is going to tell you the truth without hurting your feelings. Or, bring someone who's opinion you cherish but you won't get angry if the truth isn't what you were expecting. I always take my mom, because I know if a suit is too skimpy she will tell me. Or if it is too tight or not covering enough, she'll tell me. I value that a lot.
So share any other tips you may think of, and happy shopping! Remember that you don't need to be 6'5" and 110 pounds to be gorgeous in a swimsuit. Confidence is beautiful, and I think people notice the girl with a glowing smile laughing and having fun before they notice the size 00 eating celery by the pool. Love you guys!
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