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Anybody found the holy grail swimsuit- flattering for those of us size 14+, pear shape

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BabyP1um · 19/07/2025 18:24

Not sure I have the energy for another fruitless search. Has anybody found one?

Basically want the impossible. Something that makes tummy, thighs etc disappear.

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Galectable · 19/07/2025 20:23

Try a rash vest and black bike/yoga type pants. Or if you want something with a bit more exposure look at the styles on swimwear Australian websites. They are way ahead of the rest of the world imo. Being a hot country they mostly all like to swim, but with skin cancer a real concern you can get more cover. Good luck!

Galectable · 19/07/2025 20:25

And embrace your feminine tummy and thighs

Stripeysockspots · 19/07/2025 20:26

I do rash vest and board shorts in an attempt to channel my surfer girl look of the 90s. I didn't nail it then and I definitely don't now but I quite enjoy it nonetheless.

BabyP1um · 19/07/2025 21:47

Can you give me some links

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Mamadoes · 20/07/2025 07:10

Having bought numerous swimsuits this summer for similar reasons and sending them back after seeing how awful they looked I can relate! The only one I kept which was relatively flattering, comfortable and got some compliments!! Was a tummy control one from here Cupshe on Amazon.

Butterbeanbutterbo · 20/07/2025 07:22

Try one with pattern up top but plain tummy eg like this (but not necessarily this as I think maybe black would look better). https://www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/p/ut611

also I have one that is just a a really pretty pattern (blue with tropical flowers) that I feel good in and get lots of comments on so maybe just something you like.

I get swimsuits cheap on vinted, surprisingly they’re always good condition

anon2022anon · 20/07/2025 07:36

I think if you're a proper pear shape, then a 2 piece will be so much more flattering. I have a pear shaped figure, and I size up x 2 in the bottom, go for high waisted, and choose a top that's whatever cut I fancy- I like a balcony, but you could go for a longer line crop top for more coverage. Not much belly out, but better than wearing something that's too big at the top and small at the bottom.

SiobahnRoy · 20/07/2025 09:59

Seafolly twist front is £££ but worth every penny. Sometimes come up on Vinted.

saxonyv · 20/07/2025 10:10

I am pear shaped (with more tummy then I care to admit) and got these separates from SHEIN.
I felt so comfortable on my holiday and the only time I needed to adjust was when I exited the pool/sea

Anybody found the holy grail swimsuit-  flattering for those of us size 14+, pear shape
Anybody found the holy grail swimsuit-  flattering for those of us size 14+, pear shape
Redburnett · 20/07/2025 10:15

IME there isn't one, I just wear a plain black Speedo swimsuit and hope that the swimming will tone me up (no sign of that so far!) Your body isn't really visible underwater anyway, it's just the walk from the changing rooms.....

Arrivederla · 20/07/2025 10:20

Redburnett · 20/07/2025 10:15

IME there isn't one, I just wear a plain black Speedo swimsuit and hope that the swimming will tone me up (no sign of that so far!) Your body isn't really visible underwater anyway, it's just the walk from the changing rooms.....

But a lot of people want a swimming costume to wear on the beach, or by the pool.

12345mummy · 20/07/2025 10:48

Some styles of Pour moi have great tummy control, good boob, reasonable bum coverage and are flattering. Can order from next for ease if you have an account.

Nearly50omg · 20/07/2025 10:55

Yes! Gemma Collins one she designed for New Look is perfect for curves and looks amazingly flattering on - the white one work the belt - loads of them on eBay Vinted etc

Muchtoomuchtodo · 20/07/2025 11:00

This one from Amazon is the best that I’ve found (photo added, hopefully won’t take too long to show)

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