Swimsuits That Flatter a Curvy Figure

By Instyle
Updated May 29, 2015 @ 5:00 pm
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Rushed and/or colorblocked styles are your best bet for a curvy silhouette. A rushed fabric camouflages a softer tummy while colorblocked patterns create an illusion of a slimmer silhouette—be sure to use the color technique to downplay your least favorite areas and highlight what's right.

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Zero + Maria Cornejo

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$330; lagarconne.com. 

What to Look For: Ruched and/or color-blocked styles are your best bet for a curvy silhouette. A ruched fabric camouflages a softer tummy while color-blocked patterns create an illusion of a slimmer silhouette—be sure to use the color technique to downplay your least favorite areas and highlight what's right. 

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Araks

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$360; araks.com. 

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Echo Design

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$125; echodesign.com. 

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H&M

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$35; hm.com. 

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Flagpole Swim

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$400; net-a-porter.com. 

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L Space

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$158; anthropologie.com. 

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Aerie Swim by American Eagle Outfitters

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$25 (top); ae.com. $30 (bottom); ae.com. 

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Roxy

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$78; buckle.com. 

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Melissa Odabash

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$215; net-a-porter.com. 

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