The best flattering swimsuits 2025
Suits you! The styles you’ll love wearing, from beach to bar, pool to party
Whether you’re off to the Seychelles or Skegness, chances are you’re after women's swimwear and beachwear that fits, flatters, will last an age and (most importantly) make you feel great.
Dream women's swimsuits are easier to find than you think. From shape-enhancing stripes to clever cuts and tactical textures, there’s a smart swimwear buy for every body and budget. Let’s dive in...
The print: stripes
Forever sunshine-ready, stripes are a summer stalwart. They promise to enhance, flatter and feel good all over; opt for vertical stripes to lengthen, or horizontal and ruched styles to boost busts. Stay on trend by doubling up on stripes, layering your swimwear with a chic, PJ-inspired pair of trousers or a beach shirt.
The cut: high
Once upon a time (the ’90s), high-cut swimsuits were reserved for celebrity derrières and bijou bottoms. Fast forward to today and everyone’s at it. Why? Nothing will elongate limbs, lengthen torsos, boost bootys or contour curves quicker than a high-cut suit, be it a full cossie or side-tie bikini. When not on the beach or poolside, simply throw on a kaftan or cover-up to remain stylish.
The details
The most lusted-after swimwear trend? Clever details. It’s why our favourite fashion brands add buckles, twists, scuba-style zips, buttons and cut-outs to swimsuits – each designed to grab attention and accentuate our best bits.
The shade: black
It’s not exactly new information: black is flattering, so you can’t go wrong with a LBS. Find a cut that suits your silhouette (bandeaus are cute on curvy bodies, plunging necklines elongate to create the appearance of length). Then, when sunset hits, slip on shorts, sandals and a linen shirt (all waiting in your stylish beach bag) – et voilà, your chic evening attire, sorted.
The fabric: crinkle
Bathe summer 2025 in style with crinkle finishes. Beloved by high-end brands for being flattering, soft and strong, it’s the fabric that makes swimwear look more expensive. Styled up with gold hoops, great women's sunglasses and a white shirt, crinkle styles can lift your holiday look from humdrum to haute.
