Finding the Perfect Bikini

There is a swimsuit out there for every body type. Match your needs to the tips below and have fun shopping!

If you have a small bust, you want to look for a suit that will accentuate your petite upper body. Opt for a bikini top that has an underwire or padding to maximize your bust. Search for a suit that lets you alternate tops and bottoms. You can fashionably switch out the standard bikini bottom with a pair of boy short bottoms paired with a sarong. Luckily you are in the market for a bikini that large busted women only wish they could wear.

If you have a large bust, you should look for a suit with extra support. Nothing makes a large bust look more sloppy than too-little material or support. Look for a bikini top with built in support that ties around the neck. You can adjust the ties to give extra support while showing off your natural cleavage. Tank top suits offer wider straps that make the bust look cleaner and offer tummy privacy if you need it. Be sure to avoid spaghetti straps as these will not give you the support you need.

If you have a short or petite body, aim for a high cut bottom. This will lengthen the look of your legs while giving the appearance of curves. The high cut will also make you appear thinner! Be sure to avoid longer bikini bottoms such as boy shorts or skirts. This cut will make your legs look even shorter. Opt for a suit with a printed top and a solid bottom. This will draw the eye upward and away from the legs. If you don't want to get two pieces with different designs, try a suit with vertical striping. This direction elongates and lengthens the torso making you look taller.

Are you tall and leggy? You have the most options of all! Find a suit with embellishments and jewels at the hip line. This will further accentuate your height while adding flair to your suit. You can also try the always feared horizontal striping. Boy shorts and skirted bottoms will also bring attention to slim hips and give the appearance of curves.

If you have broad shoulders, opt for a bikini that plays up the bottom half of your body while drawing attention away from the top. Don't shop for a barely-there bikini but instead look for a sporty bottom with wild prints and embellishments. You might try a tank top with wide straps to bring together the wide shoulders but avoid plunging necklines. Go crazy with the bottoms!

If you are larger on bottom, the skirted bikini bottoms are perfect for you. Avoid busy fabrics and opt for solid, streamline fabrics with wide sides. Grab a classy Vneck top and dance up your upper half. If you are worried about your bottom in a bikini, remember that the more attention you call to your upper half, the less attention will be paid to your lower half.

Take a friend bikini shopping and get her opinion. Be proud of your body and enjoy your summer no matter what suit you have!

The Teen Bikini Store specializes in finding the lowest prices available online for Bikinis, Beach Gear and Assorted Swimsuits and Competition Swim Wear. We offer both Name Brand and Discount Bikinis for all body types.