The new era of lingerie-swimwear and a brief guide on how to buy the perfect swimwear to help you feel your best

Swimwear and underwear should be investment pieces. Both pieces of clothing should be used to make you feel beautiful and empowered. Not only should they fit perfectly but when you wear it, you should feel strong and confident wherever you go.

Recently, many swimsuits have been inspired by lingerie. Many swim trends come and go but the era of underwired bikini tops and Brazilian bottoms are here to stay. Of course, lingerie has always informed the swimwear design, it has only been the last 2 years that the construction of swimsuits have had the intention of portraying the aesthetic of underwear.

This trend is undoubtedly head-turning and invites many compliments. Victoria’s secret, Boux Avenue and Ann Summers all have developed a strong swimwear line which mimics that of their lingerie collection. But, how do you start shopping for a swimsuit that not only makes you feel empowered but also fits you perfectly?

Below are some tips are tricks to find the best swimsuit for your body:

1. Best swimsuits for large busts

Proper support is most important when considering what swimsuit to buy. Opt for a bikini with an underwire and a thick chest band to provide you with that extra support

2. Best swimsuits for small busts

Accentuating the chest is your best friend. Go for a bikini top with light padding and underwire to enhance your natural cleavage. A top with patterns and details can give the illusion of a larger chest.

3. Best swimsuits for bigger hips

This is when your hips are generally wider than your waist and bust – this known as a pear shape. High cut bikini bottoms can accentuate your hips and bum to accentuate your natural curvy shape

4. Best swimsuits for an athletic build

This is when your hips are around the same size as your chest. The key is to create the illusion of curves. This can be done by using high cut bikini bottoms and patterns to mimic the visualisation of curves.

To feel most comfortable and sexy on the beach, a top tip would be to try on your favourite set of lingerie and aim to find a swimsuit which is as close to the shape of the lingerie. Doing so will remove the worry of what the swimsuit will look like on and boost your confidence out on the beach.