The Many Bikinis of Jennifer Aniston

With an amazing body like Jennifer Aniston's it's hard to believe that she would ever have a a hard time finding the perfect suit. It is my personal belief that despite all that I have been told, that she is possibly the one exception to the rule that not everyone looks good in everything. When it comes to Jen I am a firm believer that she can wear/do no wrong. But I digress. Let's assume just for now that she is merely a human, with flaws and insecurities of her own like most women when it comes to wearing a bathing suit. Jennifer Aniston finds what works for her and sticks with it. She falls into the pear shape body type as she has a slightly larger bottom half compared to the rest of her body. She tends to wear suits that provide support in the chest, such as triangle tops. By doing this it helps to draw attention to the chest and creates a more proportionate appearance. When it comes to bottom styles her preference ranges from moderate to brazilian coverage. This may be a little too skimpy for some pears so try out a full bottom with side ties for more adjustability.

The best part about Jen's bathing suit style is that she doesn't take her self too seriously. She likes to play around with bright, fun colors and really enjoys spending time in the sun!

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The Many Bikinis of Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad first stepped into the spotlight when she was cast in the reality TV show Laguna Beach and later in the spin-off series The Hills. As of late, however Lauren has quickly become known as a major heavy weight in the fashion industry. One of her first steps into the world of fashion was working with Kohl's to launch the clothing line LC Lauren Conrad in 2009. In 2011 she went on to create her Paper Crown line which caters towards a more upscale fashion forward audience.

From writing books to making guest appearances she does it all. But what impresses us, here at AWB, most of all is how she can juggle her growing career and still find time to keep herself in bikini ready shape everyday. LC is known for her amazing body and she isn't afraid to show it. When she isn't hard at work she finds time to enjoy herself out in the sun. What does a fashionable sun worshiper such as herself need plenty of…bikinis! And she sure has a collection. She knows exactly what styles work for her and sticks with them. Since she is a pear shape, bandeau tops look great on her by creating a larger bust and balancing out her bottom half. Her other go to suit is the triangle top bikini. This works for her because the top provides support and the string bottoms allow for adjustability but don't draw any extra attention to the lower half. Leave it to LC to look fresh and fashionable even at the beach.

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Trend Alert: High-Waisted Bikini

Get yourself pin up ready with these amazing high-waisted bikinis straight from the runway. High-waisted suits are figure flattering and help to give women the hourglass figure they are striving for. By providing a little extra coverage these suits are sexy and feminine and leave a little air of mystery. Like all great trends the high-waisted bikini is not new to the fashion world. The beautiful women of the 40's will forever be immortalized in summer in the numerous photos and ads showcasing one of our all time favorite looks. Today this same style is back and better than ever. To keep the look young and modern today's designers take the classic elements and reinvision it for the modern woman. By keeping a more traditional shape to the bottom and adding in cutouts, hardware, and color blocking it all helps to bring this look into the current decade. With so many versions of this suit there is a style that works for nearly all body types. Hourglasses can wear practically all styles as the high-waist helps to accentuate your already existing curves. Apples, look for bottoms with solid colors and paneling on the bottom for a slimming effect and to hide your midsection. So take a cue from the past and look great in the future with any of these amazing high-waisted options.

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Straight From the Runway: Monokini Madness

Caitlin Kelly Swimwear, Aquarella Swimwear, Gottex, Aquaclara

One of our favorite runway trends at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim 2014 in Miami were monokinis. The monokini was originally designed as a topless one piece suit with a wide array of cutouts. Some styles have side or front cutouts or a combination of both. Others have sheer fabric connecting the top piece to the bottom, and some even wrap the fabric around in a unique design to create gaps and openings. Another great feature we loved seeing on the runway was all of the vivid colors, fresh prints, and amazing hardware.

There is a monokini for practically all body shapes. Most are best suited for hourglass figures as they provide additional support at the bust and show off a slim waist with cutouts along the side. Apples and fuller figured shapes may want to look for styles with more coverage around the waist and look more for plunging neckline cutouts. Pears want to look for suits with more detailing along the top half to draw the eye up and create a more proportionate appearance. Lastly, rectangles want to look for styles that create a well defined waist line. Look for suits with side cutouts or ones that have wrap around detailing around the waist. With so many options it's no surprise that the monokini has quickly become the perfect summer must have!

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The Best Suit For Your Shape: Rectangle

So you think you might be a rectangle? Fret not as you are in great company. Cameron Diaz, Gwyneth Paltrow, Natalie Portman and Nicole Kidman are just a few of the many celebrities who have traditional rectangle body shapes.

Rectangles generally are the same width on the top and bottom. The appearance of the rectangle comes into play as the waist is often not well defined. Defining one's waist is the best tip for all rectangles to keep in mind. By doing so it helps to create the illusion of an hourglass figure.

Look for one-piece suits that cinch or have vertical or diagonal stripes at the waist. When shopping for bikinis stick to tops that provide additional support. Unlike many other shapes rectangles can draw attention to their top section. Feel free to try florals, prints, ruffles and fringe. When it comes to the bottoms, side ties can be your best friend. They are the most flattering and their adjustability allows you to further cinch your waist as needed.

Check out THESE amazing styles and more that are perfect for rectangles!

The Best Suits for your Shape: Apple

Apples are generally known for carrying the bulk of their weight in their chest and mid section. This is defined as your waist being wider than your hips and usually about as wide as your bust. This rounded upper body is what gives this body type the apple shape. Some of our favorite celebrities fall into this body shape such as Elizabeth Hurley, Jessica Simpson, and Tyra Banks.

 The same challenges that apply when finding clothes to fit your shape also occur when trying to find your perfect bathing suit.  With a few quick tips you can easily hide your problem areas and accentuate the positives. The best advice for all Apples is to enhance the chest and legs and try to minimize the midsection. The best way to down play your belly is by trying a one-piece suit with ruching along the midsection or center to give the illusion of a longer, slimmer torso. If bikinis are your preference look for bottoms with adjustable bands across the waist to help avoid muffin tops. Try deep v-cut tops such as halters and triangles which help flatter and support a larger bust while drawing the eyes attention away from your midsection. Also look to higher cut bottoms that help elongate your slim legs. Being an Apple shape should never stop you from looking your best. With these quick and easy tips finding the perfect suit for you is just a click away!

 
What suits work best for your Apple shape?

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We Have the Best Swimsuits for Every Body

Curvy girl? Skinny mini? It is all good. At All Wet Beachwear, we have sexy swimwear for every body type.

Straight Shaped -

THE CHALLENGE:
You are fit and trim but you are lacking the curve department.

THE SOLUTION:
Add volume (and sex appeal) with bold stripes, ties, ruffles, fringe and beading. Frillies and tie side will mimic an hourglass shape and a belt will create the illusion of curves. A bold red swimsuit or a bikini in a wild print will also achieve a more feminine overall appearance.

LSpace Stardust Fringe One-Piece, Depsi Cindy Nile

Long Torso  - 


THE CHALLENGE:
Whether you are tall or short with a long torso, you are still lacking in balance or proportion.

THE SOLUTION:
Chevron or strategically placed stripes will break up your vertical lines. Cut outs styles will break up your long shape and create the illusion of a waist. One-shoulder tops will create an interest in your upper body.

Cia Maritima Crocodile One Shoulder One Piece, Beach Bunny Sailor Chic Bikini

Pear Shaped - 


THE CHALLENGE:
You are bigger in the hips and thighs the waist and shoulders. Congrats you have the figure of every man's dream :) but how do you make the most of your bootilicious figure?

THE SOLUTION:
Try color blocking, pair a solid, dark bottom with a bright or print top to give your body more visual balance. A deep V neckline will draw the eye upwards. A high-cut leg will elongate the thigh. Solid colors will provide subtle accent to a figure that already has it going on. A soft molded cup will add more oomph to the bustline.

Cia Maritima Aqua and Green One Piece, Luli Fama Babalu Bikini

Busty - 

THE CHALLENGE:
You have a D or C cup yet want to have a fashionable bathing suit without worrying about digging straps or embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions.

THE SOLUTION: Find tops with sturdy construction and support. Look for halter styles, wide straps
and wider support bands below the bust.

RYGY Desire Wine One Piece with Adjustable Top, Vitamin A Lemon Drop

All-Over Curves - 

THE CHALLENGE:
You have killer curves. Finding swimwear that you feel comfortable in and that looks great can be nerve wracking.

THE SOLUTION:
Don't run for the full-coverage boyshorts. Instead highlight your full feminine shape with a nice ruffle neckline, jewelry accents or body-hugging ruching. Minimize problem areas with a high-waist bikini or an all over pattern in a very small print.

RYGY Bonita Deep V One Piece, Vix Bia Orange Tube Top and Bottom

Tummy Control - 

THE CHALLENGE:
We all have had it a some point, a little more around the middle than we are happy with, not to worry there is hope.

THE SOLUTION:
A fold over waistband won't squeeze your tummy and lead to the dreaded muffin top. Ruching and draping will disguise any trace of a tummy. High-waisted retro bottoms are also very on trend for 2011.

Hermanny Satina Mikonos One Piece, Hermanny Palomino Halter Top and Bottom

Find all of swimsuits pictured, one-pieces and two-pieces, on All Wet Beachwear.