Let’s get real here. It’s pretty rare to feel completely prepared for bathing suit season, no matter how many ab crunches you’ve done or spinning classes you’ve sweated. I’m about to go on my honeymoon to the Maldives and it’s got me all excited because I’m on the hunt for just the right swimwear. Admittedly I haven’t been working on my abs lol So I’m a tad shy about showing my little belly. Although after some time and a pile of swimsuits later I’ve come to realise that hiding a belly is actually easier than most people think. Fortunately there are such a variety of beachwear to flatter or even hide that midsection!
Keep reading to find out how to minimise or conceal that belly.
The key is to wear swimwear that highlights the right areas while diverting people’s eyes from the midsection.
Ruching
Look for a swimsuit with ruching through the middle to mask a less-than-flat tummy. The extra fabric streamlines your waistline, making it appear smaller. A swimsuit with a plunging neckline helps to keep the focus up, rather than on your mid-section.
Peplum
The sophisticated peplum sillouette is an elegant way to conceal a tummy. A sweet, swishing peplum overlay adds directional style while concealing that the abdominal area.
Color blocking
Color counts when it comes to where you place it. By using color strategically, you can magically shrink the parts of your body that are a little more “obvious”.
Panels of fabric also shape your figure in a dramatic way. Bathing suits with a darker color on the bottom and a bright or light color up by your bust will help even out your shape and make you look more balanced.
Drape
The soft folds of fabric literally covers the midriff, so one will ever know you’re trying to hide anything.
Vertical stripes
Strategically placed lines such as vertical stripes help to create a slimmer middle, but horizontal lines should be avoided!
High waisted
A high-waisted bottom works superbly. Just make sure it extends above your belly button to prevent a muffin top.
Optical Illusion
Allow optical illusion to work its magic. Diagonal lines are incredibly slimming and, like vertical lines, no matter where you place them on your body they will slim that area.
Well I hope you enjoyed this post and found it every bit useful. Thank you for reading. I can’t wait to share with you my upcoming posts about my honeymoon in the Maldives. Until next time 🙂
Outlanderly x
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