Elements of fashion swimwear

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SWIM SUIT

A s wims uit, bathing s uit,

item of clothing designed to be

worn by people engaging in a

water-based activity or water

sports, such as swimming, water

polo, diving, surfing, water skiing,

or during activities in the sun, such

as sun bathing

SWIM SUIT

Different types are worn by men,

women, and children

A swimsuit can be worn as an

undergarment in sports that require a

wetsuit such as water skiing, scuba

diving, surfing, and wakeboarding

Swimsuits are also worn when there is

a need to display the body, as in the

case of beauty pageants or

bodybuilding contests

ONE PIECE SWIM SUIT

With the continuous revolution of

the one-piece swimsuit, fashion

swimwear doesn’t have to come in

the form of an itsy-bitsy bikini

Many feel more comfortable in a

less-skin baring, more supporting

suit They range in style and

coverage, and lately more

two-piece-like suits are becoming

popular They are flattering for all

body types, and sometimes

include a built-in skirt and/or bust

support

BIKINI TOP

The tops and bottoms can

come in many different shapes

and styles

BIKINI TOP

A basic bikini top will have

triangle shapes that cover the

breasts and adjoining

strings-going around the neck and

around the back

BIKINI TOP

They will tie at the neck and

either on the back or between

the bust for a secure and

adjustable fit

TRIANGLE TOP

A triangle top or tie top, first

imported from Rio de J aneiro, is

one of the most popular They are

often just lined to keep the top

lightweight Some have stitched in

or removable padding and some

have underwire A triangle top can

have either fixed or sliding

triangles

TRIANGLE TOP

Fixed triangles are better at

staying in place, while sliding

triangles slide along the

bottom string band for

adjustable coverage This

information should be in the

product description

TRIANGLE TOP

Many times there is adornment or

a decorative piece between the

bust to add a bit of flair A triangle

suit is a great look for those who

are average or smaller busted

HALTER TOP

A halter top is similar to a triangle

top The fabric that goes around

the neck is thicker, which is ideal

for women who are

large busted

HALTER TOP

It adds more support and is

easier to keep in place for

some It's not uncommon for

a halter to have an extra

strip of fabric underneath the

bust, often of contrasting

color or pattern

BANDEAU TOP

A bandeau top has no shoulder

straps (or very thin ones coming

up around the back of the neck)

and is a large strip of fabric

covering the bust They either tie

or clasp in the back and are

recommended for smaller

chested women, although they

can have the effect of minimizing

the chest

bandeau top

Because of the lack of straps,

bandeaus can easily slip down

and are generally not

recommended for water sports

or beach games

BANDEAU TOP

They are ideal for tanning, since

they leave no strap marks The

bandeau was one of the first

swimsuit styles accepted by the

US, and first came on one-piece

bathing suits

The tankini style offers maximum

coverage and is an ideal style for

those who still want to leave

something to be desired, but don't

want to sacrifice fashion

The tankini is similar to a camisole

tank top It has a fitted bust and

then a slight empire waist—perfect

for decoratively camouflaging the

tummy area A tankini also has the

convenience of a two piece

For those who are large

busted or feel more secure

with more fabric and support,

an underwire bra top is ideal It

is very similar to a bra, with

underwire support and full cup

coverage

Similar to underwire tops are

enhancer bra tops, which enhance

the bust area If you are looking to

downsize your bust in a swimsuit,

an underwire top would be better

Enhancer tops are ideal for

average or smaller busted women

who wish to look fuller in their

tops These tops will most likely

have padding, and may or may not

have underwire built in

SPORT TOPS

Sport tops are typically "sturdier"

designs; that is, they are made to

stay in place even through

rigorous activity such as beach

volleyball or tag football Sport

tops usually have one piece

across the chest to minimize top

movement

For women who need a little

extra room and support, D-cup

and DD-cup swimwear provide

the comfort and support you

need

FULL BOTTOMS

Full bottoms may be a preference for most women, as they are usually more preferable on beaches and in the pool

For water sport enthusiasts, full

bottoms are more apt to stay in place while taking part in activities like

wakeboarding and surfing

FULL BOTTOMS

Unlike a Brazilian cut, full bottoms do just that—fully cover the bottom They are often called "boyshorts" or

"hipsters" because of the cut similar to men's briefs

Since much of retail

swimwear sold in the USA is from Brazil, it's only natural that Brazilian cut bottoms

are rapidly gaining

popularity

BRAZILIAN BOTTOM

BRAZILIAN BOTTOM

These are wonderful for

women who love fashionable swimwear and crave a little extra sun

Thong bottoms are

great for those who

want to eliminate as

many tan lines as

possible The skimpy

cut allows more skin to

be shown in the back

Hipster bottoms are

the lowest rise They

resemble a scoop

bottom, but sit far

below the navel

SCOOP BOTTOMS

Scoop bottoms offer more

coverage on the waist than a

hipster bottom, while allowing

more freedom than a -waisted

bottom Scoop bottoms usually

have full coverage backs, although

some come in skimpier cuts like

Brazilian and thong

HIGH WAIST

High waist bottoms typically go

up to the belly button This

extra fabric is ideal for those who worry about a low-waisted bottom staying in place or

showing too much skin

SKIRTED BOTTOMS

Skirted bottoms can come in a

waist, Brazilian, scoop or thong

cut The length of the attached

skirt will vary by suit and should be labeled in the description

SKIRTED BOTTOMS

Skirted bottoms are great if you want to add cute flair or cover the hips

SKIRTED BOTTOMS

however, due to the extra

material, skirted bottoms tend to take a bit longer to dry than

other bottoms might

BOY SHORTS

Boy shorts are so named for

their resemblance to men's

briefs They are usually low rise with a square cut

BOY SHORTS

Because of their short-like

appearance, they usually

provide full coverage in the back, making them perfect for the sporty woman or one who wants extra coverage on the hips

TIE-SIDE BOTTOMS

Tie-side bottoms can

probably nod their

popularity to the fact that they are easily adjustable and to some, the most flattering of swim suit

bottoms

TIE-SIDE BOTTOMS

You are able to tie them just so, and when you're spending the whole day at the beach, comfort

is key

TIE-SIDE BOTTOMS

Some have a tie on one side, some on two sides Offering an easy on/off as well as personal adjustment, mix and match to your heart's content

Water aerobics are such a

necessity for any pregnant

woman, it's no wonder maternity suits are becoming more and

more popular Most are made with stretch fabric, so you can wear it

to term

TAN THROUGH SUITS

Tan through suits are made of ultra thin,

non-see-through fabric that

allows the sun to penetrate but not the human eye These suits are great for getting an all over even tan – no lines at all!

COVER UPS AND

over-wear to shops on the pier or to a great restaurant for lunch Most cover ups are made of cotton,

which dries quickly, helping you to avoid awkward wet patches

caused by a wet suit The

description of a product will tell

you the fabric type