What bikini for what body shape?

mickipedia · August 2012

They say frilly tops for boyish figures, tie briefs for ladies with wide hips and various other tips.. But I have no clue where to start.

I want to book a holiday for March 2013 and I really wanna look killer in a bikini but I have no idea what style to go for.

Pretty much what I'm asking is for people to show me theirs so I can work out who I'm similar to and what would suit me.. I'm lost!!

alleycat88 · August 2012

I would worry about the bikni closer to your departure date.

And I used to work at a lingerie/bathing suit shop.

Less cloth on the bottom half is better. If you have wide hips and wear the big granny panties/hipster bottoms it makes you look so much wider.

mickipedia · August 2012

I'm just nervous about what to wear all together.. I don't think I have ever allowed someone to take a picture of me in a bikini so I don't even have ones to look back on x

BerryH · August 2012

Try a wide range of styles and shapes and get a friend to take a few camera phone snaps so you can see what you actually look like in them rather than relying on changing room mirrors, which are evil!

http://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/fashion/shopping/2011/06/bikinis-different-body-shapes-tips-fashion-advice

ellen_v · August 2012

Personally, I think the most important things are to feel comfortable and feel supported! There is nothing worse than going for a swim and popping out your bikini. If you do feel a bit self-conscious, a nice sheer kaftan can do wonders whilst still showing off your lovely bikini and figure. Anyway, there are loads of articles online with pictures, which is the easiest way to tell what you like/what will suit you.
Here's a couple

http://www.bettyconfidential.com/ar/ld/a/the-best-bikinis-for-your-body-type.html?pageID=1

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/hairstyles-beauty/tiptool/swimwear-for-body-shape#/category1

Also, I hate hate HATE the Daily Fail, but this Gok Wan article is pretty good

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/you/article-1023891/Gok-8217-s-bare-essentials-How-look-great-bikini.html

mickipedia · August 2012

Oh lovely

Thank you ladies!!

mickipedia · August 2012

bad news is I've now fallen in love with some very expensive bikinis!

What bikini for what body shape?

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