body type vs. bathing suits

Women with a triangular body shape tend to carry their 

weight in their hips and thighs. Their hip measurement 

is usually larger then their bust, and the have a small 

waist. Celebrities with triangular figures: Kim Kardashian,

Shakira, Rihanna, Eva Mendes

shopping tips 

-if you are self conscious about showing too much skin, 

try boy shorts for some extra coverage

-show off your tummy!

-mix and match! use patterned and more bright colours 

for your top and keep the bottoms a solid colour like black.

-the strapless bandeau is your best friend.  

-ruffles. 

An inverted triangle shape means you have a larger bust,

wide shoulders with small hips. Celebrities with your body 

shape: Victoria Beckham, Audrina Patridge, Jessica Simpson, 

Angelina Jolie

shopping tips 

-dont go for a strapless top, you need more support!

-play it safe with underwire, halters, and thick straps

-Draw attention to your lower half with a bright fun 

pattern (keep up top simple)

Woman with a rectangular body shape have strong shoulders,

proportional hips and an undefined waistline. Celebrities with

a rectangular shape: Cameron Diaz, Hilary Duff, Kate Hudson, 

Kelly Ripa

shopping tips

-if you want to go with a one piece, try one with a belt to 

define your waist 

-since your shape is "boxy" use ruffles, ties, and girly details 

to draw attention to your bust and hips

-side-ties draw a appealing attention to your hips 

Women with an hourglass figure tend to have their
bust and hips very equal with their waite being much
smaller. An hourglass figure can pull of almost anything!
but do try and stay away from mixed patterns , you don't
want you proportional body to look disproportional!
Celebrities with your body shape: Scarlett Johansson,
Selma Hayek, Jessica Alba, Kate Winslet