It looks like we may be getting the green light for foreign holidays soon (please Boris), though the best swimwear can also come in handy if you’re staycation-ing this summer. There’s nothing wrong with sunbathing in your garden or on your balcony, making sure you’re protected your skin with SPF moisturisers and eyes with sunglasses naturally.

Some of my favourite designers and high-street stores have just dropped their swimsuit and bikini collections, and they’re a sight to behold.

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Parisian label Sézane is launching its Le Bain collection on Sunday 18th April, and it includes some wanderlust-inducing styles shaded in bright hues and adorned in refreshing prints.

For super timeless, sustainable styles I always turn to one of my favourite Australian brands, Matteau (the square cut swimsuits are so flattering), as well as UK label Hunza G. Other great brands include Marysia, Solid & Striped, Faithful and Mara Hofman, and on the high-street you can’t beat ARKET, COS and H&M.

Shopping for swimwear can be as annoying as shopping for underwear, but follow our quick guide for the best swimwear based on your body shape below, and we promise it’ll be a game changer.

Best swimwear to hide your tummy

The classic swimsuit is perfect if you’re looking for a bit of coverage, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. This season, swimsuits come in all cuts and prints, so you can have fun with your holiday wardrobe. Look for pieces with a control panel to give you that extra support.

Best swimwear for pear shapes

Pear-shaped bodies, where you are heavier on the bottom and narrow at the shoulders, are typically difficult to buy for. They key is to balance things out. Draw attention to the top with a bold print or ruffles, and keep the bottom plain.

Anna Paola, founder of Paolita swimwear, says, ‘If you’re feeling daring, a plunging neckline will draw attention to your top half.’

Best swimwear for apple shapes

Apple shapes tend to be have broad shoulders, full bust and tummy, and slimmer legs. Opt for darker colours that will create a slimmer silhouette, and swimsuits with tummy control but a high cut to highlight toned legs.

Best swimwear for curves

Hourglass figures suit the retro swimwear trend beautifully. Typically, the high-waisted bottoms on retro bikini sets accentuate the small waist and curvy bust and rounded hips.

Best swimwear for athletic figures

For boyish or athletic shapes, playing around with prints and textures is the solution. Anna says, ‘Frills can help create the illusion of curves, and triangle tops are perfect for breaking up straight lines and adding curves.’

Best swimwear for plus size figures

There are so many great plus size swimwear brands to choose from these days, that you really don’t have to limit yourself to a boring one-piece. Try a monochrome bikini with a high waist, or if swimsuits are more up your street, try a design with tummy control and a contrasting neckline to draw the eye upwards.

Best swimwear for small busts

To create volume, you can go crazy for bold prints or frills. Plus, bandeau tops were made for you.

Best swimwear for big busts

Needless to say, if you’ve got a big chest, support is what you’re after. You’ll probably want to shop somewhere you can buy the top and bottom separately, this is really a scenario where a size S set won’t cut it. Don’t be afraid to go for cups as they’ll give you that extra boots, and thick straps and underwires are your friend.

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