WHAT'S YOUR BODY CHALLENGE? Here are swimsuit solutions from Jennifer Cermak, owner of Nani Nalu in Edina.
Small bust: Even with a small bust, the focus is on side coverage since half of the cleavage is on or near the side. To get great support, scoop that in. Try a curved halter-top. You can also try SwimShapers, quick-dry foam inserts that can be sewn into any top and give great shaping, but not up-a-cup, fake-looking lift. Try: Lea Gotleib bikini, $140.
LARGE BUST: This is also about side coverage. However, wide-band halters and tops that scoop to cover the sides will give you an added amount of support. A tankini or a bikini with an underwire top gives you invisible support but visible lift, plus great coverage. One-piece suits will not give you as much bust support, but if you want one, fit the cup and alter the back straps up to relift the bust up and center. Try: Sunsets tankini ($71) and skirted bottom ($61).
LONG TORSO: Tankinis and bikinis are the most comfortable, but one-pieces, especially those with ruching, are now able to accommodate your height. But you do look more proportionate in a tankini or a high-waisted or skirted bikini. Try: Carmen Mark Valvo bikini, $75 for top and $53 for the bottom.
PETITE: Show off those legs! With your short torso or short legs, you want to keep your body looking as tall as possible. Opt for regular bikini bottoms or wear the miniskirt style, which will give the illusion of longer legs. For thick thighs, try a miniskirt with a slit. Try: Tommy Bahama one-piece, $144.
TUMMY: Carol Wior's Slimsuits provide full torso control that starts at the under-bust, giving you a seamless and bulge-free torso, like Spanx. Or try a one-piece with asymmetrical details, which have the effect of breaking up your body, and apron-back tankinis, which don't cling to your midsection. Try: Profile tank with asymmetrical ruffle, $108.
