The beautiful sunny days are approaching, so it is time to choose the most beautiful swimsuit. To find the one that will showcase your figure perfectly, several criteria are essential: identifying the cut adapted to your body shape, prioritizing quality materials according to your use, and opting for a style in which you feel comfortable and confident.
From selecting the right model to maintenance tips, this guide reveals everything you need to know to make the perfect choice and fully enjoy the summer.
In this article:
A type of swimsuit for every body shape
Choosing the right size for your swimsuit
Colors, materials and cuts: an idea of 2026 swimwear trends
At the end of the article, find THE collection that echoes your questions!
Swimwear styles
Choosing the right swimsuit from the wide variety of styles can sometimes be a real puzzle. Indeed, there are several swimwear styles, each meeting specific needs and requirements. Comfort, support, or simple aesthetic preference: the choice of style remains personal.
- The one-piece swimsuit: a timeless classic, it offers the most coverage. Today showcased with flattering and modern cuts, the one-piece is an ideal choice for those looking for comfort without compromising on elegance.
- The two-piece : the two-piece swimsuit par excellence. This classic comes in multiple variations: triangle, bandeau, balcony, or bralette. The top can be tied or clipped, and the bottoms can be worn high-waisted, classic, or high-cut. The strength of the bikini for women lies in its modularity, mixing desires.
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- The sports swimsuit: this model prioritizes performance, distinguished by its wide straps, racerback for maximum support, flat seams to limit irritation, and adjusted cuts that stay in place.
- The tankini: halfway between a one-piece and a two-piece, the tankini combines the coverage of a one-piece at the stomach area with the practicality of a two-piece.
- Swim shorts: appreciated for their good support, swim shorts for women are suitable for water activities. They provide more coverage for the hips and upper thighs.
A type of swimsuit for every body shape
Choosing your swimsuit based on your body shape is one of the keys to feeling comfortable and highlighting your silhouette.
Whether you have an A, V, H, O, or X shape, some cuts are naturally more flattering than others. Swim tops with or without underwire, with or without straps, high or low-waisted bottoms, strategic cut-outs… every detail counts to enhance your assets.
Choosing the right size for your swimsuit
Once you have chosen your type of swimsuit based on your body shape, you must ensure you choose the right swimsuit size. A well-fitted swimsuit makes all the difference between comfort and discomfort.
- Take your measurements correctly
- Understand the size charts
Colors, materials and cuts: an idea of 2026 swimwear trends
Women's swimwear fashion evolves every season, blending retro and modern innovations. Here are some trend ideas that will mark the summer of 2026:
- Dare to wear bright colors and key patterns: certain vibrant shades like electric blue, coral, or intense reds dominate most of this year's swimwear collections. Patterns are as present as ever: fine stripes, animal prints, or floral prints.
Our stylists' tip: "Very horizontal side cut-outs tend to visually widen the waist, unlike vertical cut-outs which slim the figure."
The Barbade swimsuit embodies this year's key trend: bright colors that enhance your silhouette.
- Adopt bold cuts: inspirations from the past are making a comeback in the present: high-waisted bottoms or ultra high-cut swimsuits, which elongate the legs. Asymmetrical cuts are also popular with a single shoulder or dynamic lines, small touches that bring character to the swimsuits.
Through the 2026 swimwear collection by Sans Complexe Paris, our design team expresses a strong and inspired vision:
« We imagined a season placed under the sign of boldness and elegance. Colors are bold, retro cuts are revisited with modernity, details are structured, and textures are crafted with sophistication. »
Discover our new swimwear arrivals for this year 2026.
Maintenance and durability of your swimsuit
Self-confidence and body-positivity
Beyond technical and aesthetic advice, the most beautiful swimsuit is the one in which you feel good.
Every body deserves the beach. Each body has its features—orange peel skin, curves, scars, stretch marks—and everyone deserves to enjoy the water and the sun. Beauty standards evolve, but your well-being must remain constant.
Your body allows you to swim, to play in the waves, to feel the sun on your skin, to build sandcastles with your children, to laugh with your friends. These moments of joy are more precious than centimeters of waist circumference.
At Sans Complexe Paris, we celebrate all bodies. Our photos are unretouched on the models' bodies. Curves, ages, and marks are reflections of diversity and natural beauty. Our lingerie lives through these unique bodies that we choose to celebrate every day.
Our recommendations are based on recent fashion trends and advice from style professionals. To choose your beach outfit well, discover how to adapt your swimsuit according to your style, your age, and highlighting your silhouette.
Our article was written by Sélène, our content manager, in collaboration with Guilhermina, our design office director.
