Which bikini suits my bust? - Tips for the perfect swimwear

It is swimming season and many women are looking for it – the perfect bikini. As soon as you think you have found it, you notice when trying it on: it is too tight, too loose, it presses, it pinches or it gives no support. Not to mention how it looks. So what does the perfect bikini look like?

I am packing my suitcase – and what should not be missing? Exactly: a bikini or swimsuit that feels good and looks it too. Something, in short, in which I can feel completely comfortable. The problem? Which cut suits my bust? Below are the most common breast shapes and the perfect bikini to go with them.

A small bust

The positive first: anyone with a small bust can usually wear bikinis with little support, because the breast is often firm and rarely threatens to sag. Anyone who would like to cheat a little in terms of size can do so with trimmings such as frills, flounces, lace and heavily patterned styles. There are also many styles with padded cups for more volume. Cuts that look particularly beautiful and harmonious and emphasise your figure are triangle tops and bandeaus. Sporty styles usually fit well too, but can look slightly androgynous.

A large bust

What is important here is to ensure enough support. Bikini tops with underwiring are therefore particularly suitable. Trimmings and patterns are better avoided, as they make the bust look even fuller. Anyone who is curvy elsewhere too and feels uncomfortable in bikinis can conceal their curves with tankinis or swimsuits. Dark colours and wide straps are likewise to be recommended.

A bust of unequal size

Almost every 2nd woman has them: breasts of unequal size. In some it is more noticeable, in some the difference is hardly worth mentioning. For anyone whose size differs by a whole cup size or more, the fit is particularly important. Adjustable straps or bikinis that tie are good, as they can be adapted well to the bust. With removable cups the pad can be taken out on one side. As with a small bust, frills can have a balancing effect.