Bikini season is almost upon us and ELLE Canada Online is here to help! We dish the secrets on how to fix your problem areas with the perfect suit for your body so you can strut your stuff on the beach with style!
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Problem area: Large chest
Support is key when it comes to a larger chest in a bikini. You want to not only show off your assets but tastefully. “It does not necessarily mean a wire but that really works the best,” Accardi says.
Problem area: Small chest
If you are small chested but you want to make the most of what you have, there are a few options. Padding is the key to getting a fuller looking chest and creating a killer beach bod. “A padded top is key, but it can be a bandeau, string, halter or traditional pushup bra style,” says Accardi.
Problem area: Broad shoulders
You have sexy shoulders and have an athletic build -- but that doesn't mean you still can't strut your sexy self down the beach. “A halter is a very nice cut as it visually pulls the eye inward and away from the width of the shoulders and back,” suggests Accardi.
Problem area: Your torso goes on forever
“Tankinis are a long torso-ed woman's best friend!” assures Accardi. By covering up the mid-section the length is no longer the main focus. Plus, tankinis come in a huge variety of styles. “The possibilities are endless,” exclaims Accardi.
Problem area: Short torso
Unlike the torso that goes on forever, you don't want to cover up. Instead opt for tops that don't have a thick band under the bust says Accardi. She also suggests mixing it up with a tankini. “A mixed suit print and solid goes a long way to making the eye believe a longer length.”
