Bra expert-approved swimwear for bigger busts: Shop the best supportive styles

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Bikini season is here, but for many women with bigger busts, finding the right swimwear can be a tiresome and fruitless task.

With so much swimwear only available in generic, letter sizing and seldom made with larger chests in mind, it can often feel near impossible to find the perfect, actually stylish and sexy, well-fitting swimsuit – especially if you’re larger up top than you are down below.

And what often happens when you’ve not got a swimming costume that fits well? You don’t feel confident or comfortable, and truly, life is too short.

So, to help get our facts straight and find the swimsuit brands that truly care about your boobs (and making them look banging in a bikini), I spoke to Katie Weir (Weir Wonderful), a professional Lingerie Expert, to give us the 411.

After years of swapping high street triangle bikini sets for bigger tops and smaller bottoms, Katie discovered cup-sized swimwear at age 19 and hasn’t looked back since.

Now, her mission is to ensure that every woman is educated when it comes to her lingerie and swimwear buying decisions. Because who wants to feel miserable at the beach? Not us.

Read on for all of Katie’s big boob-friendly recommendations – and some tips on finding the best styles to suit you, too.

Best support for big boobs

‘Many swimwear styles look cute but lack shape. It’s the underwired designs that’ll offer the lift and support you need to defy gravity.

This Sapphire Seas design by Curvy Kate shows that big bras aren’t boring, featuring a gorgeous electric blue design that sparkles in the sunshine (and fits all the way to a K cup!)

The scooped neckline offers support with less coverage so that you can feel the warmth on your décolletage, while the bandeau style gives K cup ladies the chance to wear swimwear without the straps for minimal tan lines.’

Best lift and cleavage

‘The best way to boost your bust for cleavage on the beach is with a balcony bikini style – this shape lifts all your breast tissue from the bottom of the cup into the top cup for Bridgerton-style cleavage!

This Jet Set style from Curvy Kate is a simple black bikini designed with foam lined, underwired cups for lift and shape, making it ideal for any comfortable beach day. Fastening at the back with a clip and with fully adjustable straps, it can easily be adjusted for the perfect fit.’

Best for coverage

‘Whether you’re winter swimming or just love a more covered look, this full coverage swimsuit with a chic floral print is a total must.

Panache’s Grace Long Sleeve Zip Front Non Wired Swimsuit which supports your bust and offers moderate coverage to the bust and arms. For added support you can wear your bikini under or feel the gentle lift of the non-wired shape.’

Best soft cup swimsuit for fuller bust

‘Curvy Kate offers slightly sexier fits when it comes to their swimwear, and this Ziptide swimsuit is just this and more, bringing you the ultimate little black swimsuit without the wires.

This fully-lined swimsuit uses quick-drying swim fabric for support and comfort, while the secure zipper front offers a sporty feel with adjustable coverage. It’s even got versatile straps that allow for multi-way and a supportive racer-back position!

The size range (S-XXL) fits from a 30DD/E to a J/JJ cup making this range inclusive and supportive without the wires.’

Best for lengthening the legs

‘If you want the longest pins on the Promenade, you need an adjustable leg style like this one from Curvy Kate.

The Holiday Check Swimsuit features drawstring details to lengthen the leg, ruching the fabric so that it hits just above the hip for an 80’s feel. You can also loosen them for more coverage.

Many bikini bottoms and swimsuits now feature drawstrings for versatility *adds to wishlist*.’

Best string bikini for big boobs

‘This one goes out to all the ladies who thought they couldn’t wear a triangle bikini: A string bikini that supports and offers coverage without the fear of nip slip!

The Ibiza Bikini is THE string bikini for summer, available from DD/E cup all the way through to J/JJ cup. It features thicker straps to ensure the weight of your bust is distributed better for less pull on your neck.

You decide the coverage with the ruched cup details – from full to Love Island coverage, whatever matches your vibe. You can even do a kriss cross neckline or upside-down triangle, making this string bikini so much more than your average string bikini.’

Best swimsuit for tummy confidence

‘Designed to make you feel supported but still sexy, the Adella Calypso is the fuller figure swimsuit you want on your roster, available in a selection of colourful prints.

This curve-friendly style features twist detail plunge cups that have been lined with supportive mesh and feature a concealed underwire for great uplift and shape.

Better yet, the lightweight control mesh lining in the front offers a subtle smoothing effect, while ruching detail gently defines your waist for a snatched look that looks as good as it feels.’

Ready to find your perfect fit? Book your virtual bra fitting with Katie Weir now and enjoy your breast life this summer.

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