Buying a swimsuit can be hell if you have bigger breasts–they’re stretchy, unsupportive swatches of fabric you’re supposed to sling across your breasts in hopes that they’ll stay remotely in place. Of course, we all know that that’s not going to work–if you have a larger bust, you need a swimsuit with cup sizes. If a suit says that it’s made for larger busted women and it comes in S, M, and L, it’s lying to you. Don’t be fooled.
While the presence of suits that are sized according to cup size is necessary, you don’t want to fall into the trap of your bikini stop looking like a bra you’re wearing in public or your one piece to look like shapewear. The point is that the suits have to have the structure and support of a bra but not look like lingerie. So, are there actually suits that fit that description? Well, it’s funny you asked. We rounded up 10 excellent, supportive options, many of which are made by the same companies that make our favorite bras for larger busts. What can we say? They just know our boobs.
1. ASOS Mix and Match 50s Halter Padded Fuller Bust Bikini Top
This cute retro diddy goes up to a G cup.
2. Fantasie: Denver Full Cup Swim Top
I’m wild about this red pattern, and the top goes up to G cup.
3. Tommy Bahama Pearl Molded D/DD Cup Bra Top
I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed periwinkle so much.
4. “Bia” Logo Bikini Top
This goes up to a D cup and has an extra strap in the back for added support.
5. Curvy Kate: Shockwave Swim Top
This awesome pattern goes up to an HH cup.
6. ASOS Mix and Match Spot 50s Halter Padded Fuller Bust Bikini Top D-F
I’m never going to get tired of black and white polka dots.
7. Twister Bikini
This goes up to a 40 DD cup and still manages to have delicate little straps.
8. Freya: Fever Deep Plunge One-Piece Swimsuit
This goes up to an H cup. Pair it with a sunhat and giant sunglasses.
9. Women’s Regular SwimMates Stripe Twist Front Bikini Top
This suit goes up to 40D/42C, and the twist keeps it from looking like a bra.
10. Cleo by Panache: Matilda Bandeau Swim Top
Strapless is possible–just take a look at this number! It goes up to a G cup.
All photos are courtesy of the individual retailers.