find the best bikini for your body type

Every body is different and different bikini styles will suit different body shapes. Just like you need to pick a bra that works with your breast shape, choosing a bikini that’s designed for your body will keep you feeling comfortable and confident. From coordinated sets to mix and match styles, there are many different types of bikinis to suit every body shape.

At Triumph, we are the industry’s fit experts and we’re ready to help you discover which type of bikini works best for your body and your lifestyle. No compromises, no shortcuts.

Read on to discover how to find the right bikini for your body type.

Pear-shaped bodies are characterised by hips that are wider than your bust and shoulders, and a defined waistline. If you have this body type, you might find that you have quite a big difference between your chest and hip measurements, making bikini separates a great option as you can choose different sizes for your tops and bottoms.

The best bikini styles for pear shaped body types include adjustable styles like these Tai Bikini bottoms which feature fully adjustable side-ties so you can find your perfect fit every time. You could also pick a style like our Venus Elegance Midi bottoms, complete with drawstrings so you can change the height and coverage of your bikini to match your mood.

To complete your ensemble, we recommend the non-wired Jollity Bikini Top for a flexible design that provides enough support without compromising on comfort.

Hourglass bodies have equally-wide hips and shoulders, with a smaller waist. Most bikinis suit this body shape, highlighting the shape of your body. 

To make sure you can find a bikini type that supports your body, we’d suggest an underwired top paired with medium to full coverage bottoms. 

The Botanical Leaf Wired Bikini Top is one of our bikini tops for curvy body shapes like hourglasses. Non-padded cups and supportive underwear make this bikini top comfortable enough to wear for a day out at the beach, while the deep neckline and floral design make it an ornate addition to your collection. If you have larger breasts, a full coverage option like this wired bikini can provide all the support you need, along with a stylish design to make you feel confident in the water. 

Apple-shaped bodies often have full curves, with a larger bust and hips without much waist definition. While you may think that swimsuits will provide more coverage and support, there are many types of bikinis that suit this body shape.  

Our Venus Elegance Wired Bikini top is ideal for fuller-busted apple shapes, with style and support coming together in a comfortable minimizer design that reduces the size of your bust without compressing your chest. This design is available in sizes up to an F cup. Many of our designs are also available as fuller cup bikinis, providing extra support for sizes up to a G cup.

With this top, we’d wear a high-waisted style like Jollity Maxi Bikini briefs for maximum comfort, or our Charm Elegance 2.0 Midi briefs which feature side ties for adjustable coverage. 

Inverted triangle bodies are the opposite of pear-shaped bodies, with wider shoulders and bust and narrower hips. 

The best bikinis for this larger-busted body shape are again underwired designs such as this Botanical Leaf Wired Bikini Top. This bikini top has a floating underwire, adjustable straps and additional supportive constructions on the inside to keep you comfortable no matter what you’re doing. 

Pair with our Venus Elegance Mini Bikini briefs which feature a hipster cut that make them comfortable for narrower hips, while the side drawstrings allow you to find the perfect cut for you. 

Rectangle and athletic bodies have a fairly straight figure with equal hips and shoulders and minimal curves or waist definition. Rectangle shapes also often have a smaller bust, meaning most bikini styles will support and flatter your body.

At Triumph, all of our bikinis provide support and comfort, no matter your shape. So, when choosing bikinis for your athletic figure, you can focus on aesthetics, patterns and design features. Elevate your ensemble with a push-up bikini or choose a multi-way bikini top to vary your look each time. 

Every body derserves to find a bikini that fits them well. No compromises, no shortcuts. We hope that this guide has helped you choose the best bikini for body type and find your new favourite style. 

Still looking for the perfect fit? We’re here to help with specialist fit advice, including online bra fitting advice and in-person fittings.