How to Pick a Swimsuit
Picking out a swimsuit each summer is a motion I go through every year. I don’t know about you, but if I’m going to don one, I’m going to don one I love – proudly! So every year, I search for the perfect new suit that will make me happy (it doesn’t hurt that I have a pool, so I really and truly do get tons of use out of it every year!). This year, I’m thinking of trying something bright and funky and straying away from my safe solids I’m prone to pick. Maybe hot pink or bright orange – gasp!
Designer Shoshanna Gruss is the swimsuit queen and she gave me some advice on how to pick your new swimsuit this summer. Enjoy!
What are the key swim trends to look for this summer?
Look for bright pop colors like neon pink, orange and green. Tribal prints are popular as well as ditsy floral prints, big bohemian florals and graphic black and white.
What are the best colors for every skin tone?
Navy and black are universally good for every skin tone. Both colors are flattering and look good against the lightest skin tones and the darkest.
How do you find a swimsuit that flatters your shape?
Big Busted
Look for halters which offer the most support. Also look for boning and underwire which will act like a bra and securely hold you in place.
Curvy
Look for one pieces with ruching to slim your middle. When shopping for bikinis, stick to bottoms with tie strings so they are easily adjustable.
Flat Chested
Strings are most flattering. If you want to enhance your chest, look for ruffles or ruching which will create the illusion of a bigger chest.
What is the best way to care for swimwear?
Don’t put bathing suits in the washing machine; this will weaken the elastic. Instead, wash in cold water with a delicate cleanser such as Woolite.