Ultimately, the perfect swim costume is the one you feel incredible in.
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The right costume does double duty
There’ s more to a great swimsuit than meets the eye. The best ones are like your most trusted friend – supportive, stylish and always in your corner.
“ Style up front, subtle support behind the scenes,” is how Du Toit puts it. Think ruching that cleverly smooths the tummy, wide straps that stay put( even when you’ re chasing beach balls), and shaping panels that feel like a gentle hug – not a vice grip.
A khaki one-piece with soft panelling? Chic and supportive. A black crossover style? Always a winner. Pop on a floaty kaftan or a printed sarong, and you’ ve got instant glam. Bonus points if it’ s in safari stripes or earthy palm prints, two of this season’ s trendiest touches.
Play with prints and colour
If you’ ve ever thought swimwear had to be basic, think again. This season, it’ s all about bringing personality poolside.
“ Colour is where the fun happens!” Du Toit enthuses. Rich wine red and olive green serve serious sophistication, while cheerful marigold and ocean teal scream“ holiday glow”.
Prints, meanwhile, are your wardrobe’ s secret weapon.“ Prints are moodboosters,” says Du Toit, and we couldn’ t agree more. Try citrusy abstract florals to keep things fresh, leafy motifs for texture, or vertical stripes to subtly elongate your silhouette.
Feeling bold? Mix and match. Pair a neutral bottom with a tropical print top and suddenly you’ re that effortlessly cool woman everyone wants to be.
Mothers-to-be, this one’ s for you
Growing a tiny human? You still deserve to look and feel your best. Fortunately, swimwear has come a long way from shapeless sacks.
“ Soft stretch fabrics in earthy olives and golden hues are both flattering and flexible,” says Du Toit. Empireline tankinis and ruched one-pieces are designed to grow with your bump, so you can relax and enjoy the sunshine without a single tug or adjustment. Top it off with a lightweight overshirt in mustard or khaki and you’ re set for a stroll to the beach café in style.
Confidence is ALWAYS in fashion
Let’ s not forget the golden rule: you wear the costume, not the other way around.
“ Ultimately, the perfect swim costume is the one you feel incredible in,” says Du Toit. If you gravitate toward sleek monochromes, earthy neutrals or cheeky botanicals, the key is to wear what makes you shine. Because, says Du Toit:“ Confidence is always the best accessory.” �
Ultimately, the perfect swim costume is the one you feel incredible in.
Quick tips for picking your perfect match:
Pear-shaped? Balance proportions with printed tops and darker bottoms. Apple-shaped? Go for V-necks and tummy control panels to define the waist. Athletic? Add curves with ruching, frills, or bold prints. Busty? Seek underwire or wide straps for support. Petite? High-cut legs and vertical stripes add length. www. babysandbeyond. co. za
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