Best Swimsuits for an Apple Body Shape

Swimwear should feel comfortable and supportive, and a few details help.

This guide is for the apple body shape: waist at 85% or more of the wider of bust and hips.

Look for

  • One-pieces with ruching across the midsection
  • Tankinis that drape over the waist, paired with high-waisted bottoms
  • Wrap fronts and V-neck styles
  • Prints or colour-blocking on the sides for a longer line

Skip or adjust

  • Thin string bikinis if you want more coverage
  • Cut-outs across the waist
  • Very tight, unlined fabrics

More for the apple body shape

Swimsuits for other body shapes

These are starting points, not rules. If you love a style that isn’t listed, wear it.