Which swimsuit to choose based on your figure?
Finding the perfect swimsuit to suit your figure can be a challenge, but at Belle de Plage we are here to help. This section aims to provide advice adapted to different types of female figures. Our goal is to assist you in finding the perfect swimsuit for you, so that you feel comfortable, confident and beautiful at the beach or pool.
H-shaped silhouette
“H” shaped silhouettes are characterized by aligned shoulders and hips, with little defined waistline. To highlight this body shape, you can opt for swimsuits that create the illusion of more pronounced curves and a slimmer waist.
One-piece swimsuits with cutouts: One-piece swimsuits with strategic cutouts can add visual movement to the silhouette, creating an illusion of curves. Side or diagonal cutouts are particularly flattering.
Bikini bottoms : High-waisted bikini bottoms are perfect for "H" shaped figures. They elongate the legs and create a smooth transition between the hips and waist.
Swimwear with details Waist: Look for swimsuits that have belts, bows, or draping at the waist. This can create an illusion of greater size.
Printed swimwear: Swimsuits with patterns, diagonal stripes or color gradients can add dynamism to the silhouette, giving the illusion of curves.
Bikini Tops with details: Bikini tops with ruffles, frills, patterns or details like fringes draw attention upward, giving the appearance of broader shoulders.
Tankini swimsuits: Women with an H-shaped figure often have the flexibility to choose from different styles of tankini tops.
X-shaped silhouette
“H” shaped silhouettes are characterized by aligned shoulders and hips, with little defined waistline. To highlight this body shape, you can opt for swimsuits that create the illusion of more pronounced curves and a slimmer waist.
One-piece swimsuits with an emphasized waistline: One-piece swimsuits with belts or waist details can highlight your already defined waistline.
Bikini bottomsHigh-cut: High-cut swimsuits can visually elongate your legs and accentuate your waist. Retro swimsuits with high-waisted bottoms can highlight your curves while providing a stylish look.
Swimwear with cutouts : Swimsuits with cutouts or geometric details can add visual interest while showcasing your curves.
Patterned swimwear : work well for “X” shaped silhouettes. Solid colors can create a sleek, sophisticated look, while patterns can add style.
Bikini Tops: such as bandeau, triangle, underwire tops, ruffled tops, halter tops and plunging necklines. Their natural balance between the shoulders and hips allows them to choose from a range of styles to highlight their balanced figure.
Tankini swimsuit: You have the freedom to choose from various styles of tankini tops because your figure is already balanced. V-shaped, U-shaped, or plunging necklines can be flattering while creating an illusion of length.
Apple shaped silhouette
The female apple shape is characterized by broader shoulders, a generous bust, a less defined waist and relatively narrow hips. To highlight this body shape, swimsuits can be chosen to balance the proportions and create a more harmonious silhouette.
One-piece swimsuits with drape: One-piece swimsuits that feature drape or rushing at the waist can help camouflage and smooth the tummy area while still providing a stylish appearance.
High waisted swimwear : The bikini bottom or high-waisted one-piece swimsuits can cover and slim the tummy area, creating a more balanced silhouette.
Avoid swimsuits with cutouts, as these can accentuate the tummy area, which is generally not desired. It's best to choose swimsuits that offer support and drape details to highlight their assets while providing a flattering look.
Swimwear asymmetrical prints: Diagonal prints, geometric patterns or diagonal stripes can draw attention away from the waist and create an illusion of a slimmer waist.
Bikini Tops with built-in bra: Choose bikini tops with a built-in bra to provide good support to the chest and balance the silhouette. A plunging V or U neckline can visually elongate the silhouette, while drawing attention to the upper body.
Tankini swimsuits : Avoid tankinis that are too tight around the stomach, as this can accentuate the apple shape. Instead, look for styles that are slightly flared or draped for light coverage and a plunging neckline.
Pear or triangle shape silhouette
The triangle-shaped female silhouette, often called a pear silhouette, is characterized by shoulders that are narrower than the hips, with a narrow waist and wider hips. When choosing a swimsuit, the goal is often to highlight the upper body while visually minimizing the hips.
One-piece swimsuits with V-neckline: One-piece swimsuits with a V-neckline and the addition of volume to the top of the swimsuit emphasize the chest while creating visual balance with the wider hips.
Bikini bottoms Low-waisted styles, including those with skirts or ruffles at the bottom, are great choices for the pear-shaped figure. Low-rise bikini bottoms highlight a defined waist while remaining flattering, while skirts or ruffles add volume to the upper hips, creating visual balance with the shoulders.
Swimsuits with cutouts may not be ideal for the pear or triangle shape, as the cutouts may accentuate the lower body, which may not be desired. It is best to favor styles that highlight the shoulders or add volume to the upper body to create visual balance.
Patterned swimwear are a great choice for the pear or triangle silhouette, as they draw attention towards the upper body, highlighting the shoulders, while patterns can add visual interest and balance the silhouette.
Bikini Tops with wide straps: Bikini tops with wide straps provide good support to the chest and balance the silhouette with emphasis on the upper body. Patterned fabrics or adding eye-catching details draw attention upwards and minimize the hips.
Tankini swimsuit: Look for tops that highlight your chest. Opt for V-necks, plunging necklines, bold patterns, bright colors or details that draw attention upwards.
Silhouette in the shape of an inverted triangle
The feminine silhouette in the shape of an inverted triangle is characterized by shoulders wider than the hips, with a relatively thin waist and more rounded hips. When choosing a swimsuit, the goal is often to balance the proportions by drawing attention to the lower body.
One-piece swimsuits with side cutouts: One-piece swimsuits with side cutouts can create an illusion of a slimmer waist and add visual movement to the silhouette. Jerseys with a square or sweetheart neckline: Square or sweetheart necklines highlight the chest and add a touch of femininity to the look.
Favor bikini bottom high waisted, with waist details, patterns or bright colors to highlight the upper body and create the illusion of curves. Also look for swimsuits with hip details, such as ruffles, bows, belts or other details to enhance this effect."
One-piece swimsuits with side cutouts: One-piece swimsuits with side cutouts can create an illusion of a slimmer waist and add visual movement to the silhouette.
Patterned swimwear Bold or brightly colored on the bottom draw attention downward, helping to balance the silhouette by highlighting the upper part of the body.
Bikini tops Thin straps are a great option. They help reduce focus on the shoulders while still providing adequate support to the chest, helping to create visual balance. Also opt for a V-neckline, which will highlight the upper part of the body and add a touch of femininity.
Tankinis provide additional coverage on the stomach while highlighting the upper body, creating visual balance. Opt for a tankini with thin straps to reduce the focus on the shoulders while still providing adequate support to the chest. The V-neckline is also a flattering option.
Figure having long legs and a short trunk
A woman with long legs and a shorter trunk can choose swimsuits that balance her figure and highlight her assets.
One-piece bathing suit with a V-cut: A one-piece swimsuit with a V-cut at the neckline can visually elongate the torso and create balance with longer legs.
High-waisted bikini bottoms: High-waisted bikini bottoms are a great option for women with big legs. They can create an illusion of shorter legs while emphasizing the waistline.
Avoid swimsuits with cutouts, as these can accentuate the tummy area, which is generally not desired. It's best to choose swimsuits that offer support and drape details to highlight their assets while providing a flattering look.
Vertical Striped Swimsuit: Vertical stripes can have a lengthening effect, so look for swimsuits with this pattern to create an illusion of length.
Bikini top which combines a plunging V-neckline to visually elongate the torso, adjustable straps for a tailored fit, ruffles or ruching to add volume to the upper body, a square neckline for a flattering horizontal line or textured details to attract attention towards the upper body.
Opt for a tankini with a slightly shorter top to visually elongate the torso, adjustable straps for a perfect fit, patterns or horizontal stripes to widen the chest, ruffles or rushing to add volume to the upper body.
Figure having a long trunk and shorter legs
A woman with a long trunk and shorter legs can choose swimwear that helps balance her figure by creating the illusion of longer legs
One-piece bathing suit with a deep neckline: A one-piece swimsuit with a deep neckline can emphasize the upper part of the figure and help balance the length of the trunk.
Opt for bikini bottom with details on the bottom, such as ruffles, bows or gathers, as well as high-cut legs, to add interest and create the illusion of longer legs by exposing more of the upper thighs.
One-piece swimsuit with a cutouthigh on the hips: One-piece swimsuits with a high-hip cutout can create the illusion of longer legs by emphasizing the lower part of the figure.
Diagonal striped swimsuit: Diagonal stripes can help visually elongate the silhouette. Look for swimsuits with this pattern to create the illusion of longer legs.
The bikini top which combines a plunging V-neckline to visually elongate the torso, adjustable straps for a tailored fit, ruffles or rushing to add volume to the upper body, a square neckline for a flattering horizontal line or textured details to attract attention towards the upper body.
Choose a tankini with a slightly shorter top to visually balance the longer trunk, and opt for tankini bottoms with details on the bottom, such as ruffles, bows or rushing, to create the illusion of longer legs and add flare. interest in the lower part of the jersey.