Your Guide to Shopping for Shape Enhancing Swimwear

Shape-enhancing swimwear, also known as shapewear swimsuits or body-contouring swimwear, provides the perfect combination of style and support. Whether you’re looking for swimwear with tummy control, full-coverage swimwear, or swimsuits that shape and smooth, this ultimate guide will help you find the perfect swimwear for your shape. Embrace the beach or poolside with confidence in swimwear designed to enhance your curves and provide ideal support.

What Is Shaping Swimwear and How Does It Work?

Shaping swimwear, also known as shapewear swimsuits, combines the best of both worlds: comfortable, supportive shapewear with fashionable swimwear. Using materials like power mesh, shape-enhancing swimwear enhances your curves while providing extra support and ideal coverage to make you feel like your best self. Whether you’re lounging poolside or diving into the waves, shape-enhancing swimwear gives you that confident, flattering fit all day long.

How to Shop for Swimwear Online

Before you start adding items to your shopping cart, try to ask yourself these questions to help you decide which swimwear is the right one for you.

  • How much coverage do you want on your top and bottom?
  • How active will you be in your suit? (Do you plan on swimming, diving, lounging, etc)
  • Do you want a one-piece or two-piece suit?

Finding the Perfect Fit:

Online shopping can be daunting, and we totally get it! Each swimwear has its Size & Fit Guide to help you determine the perfect fit. Plus, we have Fit Experts available 24/7 to walk you through the steps on getting the right fit.

Finding the Perfect Style:

From tops to bottoms to one-piece swimwear, our Shape Enhancing Swimwear Collection offers patterns to standout block color designs to free your style and make a splash. Make an impact and be yourself, in total comfort and confidence.

Bottoms

This versatile bikini bottom is designed to give you the perfect amount of coverage and ultimate comfort.

What women love about it:

  • Shaping Mesh Panel for tummy control
  • Ruching to enhance and smooth
  • Full back coverage - no ride up!
  • Fashionable design that matches your favorite swim top

Look and feel cute in and out of the water with this full-coverage swim skirt that delivers maximum style and comfort.

What women love about it:

  • Wide Waist Band for Smoothing
  • Flounce Skirt Style, Comfortably Fits All Sizes
  • Attached Bikini Bottom For Full Coverage
  • UPF 50 Fabric (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) 

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One Piece

You can’t go wrong with this one piece. Diagonal panel design creates the illusion of a streamlined, contoured silhouette that visually cinches your waist.

What women love about it:

  • Wireless support & removable cups
  • One-shoulder with removable strap
  • Power mesh panels for tummy shaping and smoothing
  • UPF 50 Fabric (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) to protect your skin 

Celebrate your shape in a swim dress that can be worn as a casual dress or bathing suit.

What women love about it:

  • Ultimate Comfort & Coverage For All Sizes
  • Empire Waist Overlay Minimizes Waist & Thighs
  • Inner Power Mesh Panel for Comfortable Tummy Smoothing
  • Thick No-Dig Straps for High Support 

How to Find the Right Shaping Swimwear Fit

When shopping for shaping swimwear, it's important to consider that your swimwear size may differ slightly from your usual underwear size. Swimwear often fits more snugly, offering a tighter, body-contouring fit, whereas regular underwear is more about comfort. Typically, your swimwear size will be the same as your regular dress size, but it’s important to consult the brand’s size chart to find the perfect fit for your body.

Here are a few tips to help you find your best fit:

  • Check your measurements: Be sure to measure your bust, waist, and hips before purchasing swimwear.
  • Consider the fit: Some swimsuits offer a more supportive fit around the bust, while others may be designed to slim the waist or shape the thighs.
  • Go for comfort: While shapewear swimwear provides support, it should never feel too tight or uncomfortable. The right fit should smooth your figure while allowing you to move freely.

Need extra help? Our Fit Studio is here to guide you every step of the way.

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