If you’re plus size, maybe you’ve heard that you’re not “supposed” to wear a bikini. Perhaps you’ve read that a suit needs to be “flattering” or has to “camouflage” a body part in order to be cute. We’re here to tell you that all of that is dead wrong. Bikinis for plus size women should be just as available and stylish as they are for straight size women, and thanks to a handful of brands doing things right, this is more of a reality than ever. However, navigating swimwear shopping can be stressful and overwhelming for anyone. If you’re plus size, those frustrations can be amplified even more.
Luckily, bikini shopping can actually be easier than searching for a one piece for both straight size and plus size shoppers. This way, you can shop bikini tops by bra size, navigate the common issue of having a longer or shorter than average torso, and find bottoms that accommodate wider or narrower hips without being stuck to just one brand or style. Everyone’s proportions are different, and bikini separates allow you to mix and match — a win-win. If you’re not sure where to start, though, here are eight of the best plus size bikinis available right now.
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Torrid Leopard Wireless Bikini
Trendy bikini for Instagram pics at the beach? Check. Wireless fit for comfort? Check. Criss-cross straps in the back for added support? Check. This bikini from Torrid is perfect for any vacation or beach day you have planned this summer, especially if you’re looking for something that stands out.
Torrid Leopard Wireless Bikini Top, $41.23, available at Torrid
Summersalt The Current Bikini
Summersalt is known for high quality fabrics and impeccable fit. This bikini top is structured, but doesn’t look like a heavy duty everyday bra, which is a quality a lot of plus size bikini tops tend to have. Not every plus size woman wants underwire and molding, and this bikini top is the perfect choice if you want something comfortable and minimal.
Summersalt The Current Bikini Top , $50, available at Summersalt
ModCloth Sissone Bikini
It’s hard to resist a retro bikini, and this one manages to combine vintage and currently trending elements so, so well. Plus, if you’re interested in a little more shoulder coverage, this is a great option that happens to also go up to a 4X. There’s also a good chance this suit is going to be just as cute 5 years from now as it is this summer. Ah, the benefits of vintage-inspired, timeless pieces.
ModCloth The Sissone Bikini Top, $14.97, available at ModCloth
Raisins Curve Underwire Bandeau Bikini Top
The removable straps on this supportive bandeau top allows for line-free sun-bathing (SPF not included). And when you need a little more support, just add the straps back on. It’s the prettiest beachside to boardwalk top that would look chic with a high-waist skirt or wrap too.
Raisins Curve South Pacific Underwire Bandeau Bikini Top, $34.5, available at Macy’s
Raisins Curve South Pacific High-Waist Bikini Bottoms, $34.5, available at Macy’s
Ashley Graham x Swimsuitsforall Triangle Bikini
There is nothing more classic than a white triangle bikini, and this option from Ashley Graham’s latest Swimsuitsforall collection proves just that. The best part, though? You can order the bikini as a set and still choose a different size top and bottom, so you can mix and match based on your personal proportions.
Ashley Graham Icon White Triangle Bikini with Side Tie Brief, $52, available at swimsuitsforall
Cupshe Floral Print Tank Top Bikini
If you find that you like to adjust your bikini top yourself to get just the right amount of support, try opting for a lace-up back. This floral piece from Cupshe goes up to 4X and allows you to adjust the top yourself with the lace-up feature. Plus, it’s less than $30.
Cupshe Floral Print Tank Bikini, $22.5, available at cupshe
Eloquii Drama Ruffle Bikini Top
If you’ve been avoiding a bikini with a bold print or silhouette for your whole life, this Eloquii suit may convince you to change your mind. Just read the rave reviews about the fit of this top (and the matching bottoms, for that matter) and you’ll be sold.
Eloquii Drama Ruffle Bikini Top, $29.97, available at Eloquii
Kitty & Vibe High-Waisted Bottoms & Bikini Top
This swimsuit brand is all about fit — more specifically, the fit when it comes to your butt and hips. If you’re curvier on the bottom and have trouble finding bikini bottoms that work for you, Kitty and Vibe’s hips and butt-focused sizing chart will make your life so much easier. Pair the high-waisted bottoms with the brand’s underwire top if you’re looking for some extra support up top, too.
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