Swim For Every Body Type

Curvy All Over
If you're blessed with an hourglass figure, a halter top and belted bottom flatter a feminine shape by highlighting your curves on top and bottom.

Liz Claiborne Hammock Stripe Halter Tankini, $83, www.lizclaiborne.com

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Pear Shaped
If you're heavier on bottom, a two-piece with a bit of coverage below helps you cover up without looking too dowdy.

Lands' End Retro Dot with Ring Bikini, $79.40, www.landsend.com

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Small Bust
If you've got a small bust, ruffles provide the illusion of more ample cleavage.

Liz Claiborne Sweetheart Ruffle Maillot, $81, www.dillards.com

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Bigger on the Bottom
If you're bootylicious, opt for a two-piece with a fuller bottom, preferably in a print that's not too bold or bright.

Gap Striped Seersucker Bandeau Top and Boy Short, $34.50 top and $39.50 bottom, www.gap.com

Rachel Been, AOL

Petite
If you're petite all over, take a cue from celebs like Kate Hudson and go for a tiny bikini that's perfectly proportioned for a small frame.

Juicy Couture Smocked Top and String Bikini Bottom, $80 and $85, www.juicycouture.com

Rachel Been, AOL

A Bit of a Belly
If you've got a belly, a high beaded belt and shirred goddess neckline help take the focus off your waistline.

Roxanne Braided Maillot, $86, swimwearanywhere.com

Rachel Been, AOL

Boy Shaped
If you're boy-shaped, choose a suit with a bit more coverage and ruching to add shape.

Juicy Halter Ruffle Maillot, $173, www.juicycouture.com

Full Figured
If you have a fuller shape all over, a streamlined suit with ample support to hold you in and flatter curves at the same time.

Cocorave Power Bra Halter and Hipster Bottom, $44 and $38, www.macys.com

Rachel Been, AOL

Busty
If you're top-heavy, opt for a simple, sophisticated one piece that's got plenty of built-in support.

Coco Reef Solid Swimsuit, $80, www.dillards.com

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Long and Lean
If you're tall and tone, hit the beach in a confident, colorful suit with plenty of embellishment.

H&M Bikini Top and Bottom, $16.90 and $14.90, www.hm.com

Rachel Been, AOL