For a bikini model it may not be any easier to face that moment of truth during
the first swimsuit try-on of the season, but at least swimsuit variety and sizing
improves every year.
Bigger on the top than the bottom? No problem. Need a little extra support in
the bust? It's yours. Like a little logo with your swim? Just pick a designer.
Specialty sizes, mix-and-match separates, perfect coverups: get them all.
Bikini -- This once-shocking style (born more than 30 years ago) is the granddaddy
of fashion swimwear. Looks newest now in super-skimpy triangle, side-tie bottoms.
Look for built-in push-up bras, underwire and sculpted cups for extra curves.
Tankini -- A variation of the bikini, this sporty style has a longer top that
leaves only a small portion of the tummy exposed. Don't want to expose your
tummy at all? Go for the mock tankini.
Bandini -- A bikini with a bandeau (straight, striplike piece of fabric) top.
Camikini -- Same as the tankini except the top looks like a camisole.
Maillot -- One-piece suit (some creative types have even labeled a cut-out style
the "monokini"). This year maillots are cut out, one-shouldered and
halternecked.
Boy legs -- A longer leg resembling really short shorts. Careful here -- tends
to make the leg look shorter.
Sarongs, in sheer fabrics and pretty prints, continue to be the most flattering
and chicest way to cover up. Tie on the side, in front or around your chest
for full coverage.
Board shorts are a cute and sporty way to pull on extra bottom coverage; find
them everywhere from surf boutiques to Target.
Flip flops have moved from just-beachwear to everyday fare over the past few
seasons. New prints, like camoflauge, hint at runway trends.
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