Swimwear to flatter every figure at Stadium

Choose the best swimsuits for your body type, with on-trend seasonal styles from Billabong, Roxy and Speedo

Dubai, UAE, October 8, 2016:  Want to look your best on the beach? When it comes to choosing the right swimwear, one style doesn’t necessarily suit all! Finding the perfect swimsuit for your body shape - whether you’re hourglass, athletic, petite or pear-shape - will accentuate your best assets, flatter your frame and leave you feeling full of confidence the next time you hit beach or pool. With 12 locations across the region and the world’s leading swimwear and surf labels such as Billabong, Speedo and Roxy all under one roof, choosing a swimsuit to compliment your figure is simple at Stadium. Follow our simple guide to finding the perfect style and you’ll be spoiled for choice whatever your body type. 

Larger bust
Just like choosing a bra, support is key! Opt for bra styles which offer cup-specific fits, and look for wider, adjustable straps and under-wiring or an inner-shelf lining for extra lift. Bandeau styles and halter necks are particularly flattering, and if you want to balance out your bust, opt for a neutral top and extra detailing on your bottom half, such as a busy print, side ties, ruching or a belted style. 

Speedo: Crystalsun One Piece
AED 375

Billabong: Buzz Kill D/DD Bustier
AED 175

Billabong: Buzz Kill Boy Leg Pant
AED 195

Small bust
The best option for the ladies with a small chest is go for bold prints, embellishments and ruffled tops to give the illusion of a larger bust. Alternatively, there are a lot of options with padding that can help give you a little more cleavage. Avoid plain colours and triangle or bandeau tops without padding.

Roxy: Pop Surf Fixed Top 
AED 150

Roxy: Pop Surf Surfer Bikini Bottom
AED 130

Billabong: Black Nite Fixed Tri Top
AED 150

Billabong: Black Nite Lowrider Pant
AED 125

Hourglass 
Hourglass figures can wear pretty much any type of swimwear they want - take advantage of this by opting for on-trend bra-tops or unwired bandeau styles. Draw attention to a small waist with a belted one piece or a daring cut-out silhouette. Or if you want to highlight your curves, opt for bikinis cut higher on the hip - while bold prints, embellishments and ruffles will accentuate your hourglass shape. 

Speedo: Crystalshine One Piece
AED 295

Roxy: Cast Away Floral Athletic Tri Top
AED 135

Roxy : Cast Away Floral Surfer Bikini Bottom
AED 130

Pear shape
Accentuate your best features and create balance with bold prints and bright coloured tops which draw the eye upwards. Boyish cuts and low-rise shorties can make hips and thighs appear wider, so look for higher-cut styles in a single colour which lengthen your legs and flatter a toned tummy. Retro-style tops and halters will balance your shoulders with your hips - if possible, go for styles where you can buy your tops and bottoms separately to ensure you can find the perfect fit. 

Speedo: Simplyglow Printed One Piece
AED 325

Roxy: Sand to Sea Top
AED 130

Roxy: Roxy Essentials Tie Side Bikini Bottom
AED 70

Curvy
Show off those killer curves in a retro-style bikini with high-waisted bottoms, but avoid embellishments such as bows, belts and ties if you don’t want to add any extra inches. Simple one-piece swimming costumes look great on curvier figures - look for one with hidden bust support and wider straps. Choose delicate patterns or block colours rather than busy prints.

Billabong: Buzz Kill One Piece
AED 285

Billabong: Dark Haven Bustier Top 
AED 185

Billabong: Dark Haven Lowrider Pant
AED 125

Petite
If you want to add inches, monokinis and strappy cut-out one pieces create an optical illusion to elongate your torso, but avoid large, fussy details such as oversized ruffles, which can overwhelm your figure. For bikinis, high-neck sporty silhouettes look great on petite figures, while bikini bottoms and shorty styles which sit lower on the hips also lengthen the body. When choosing patterns, vertical stripes create height. While more delicate prints suit a smaller frame, avoid florals, polka dots and other girlish patterns, which will look childish rather than womanly. Instead, opt for bold, vibrant colours for a sophisticated look.

Roxy: Essentials Halter Crop Top
AED 130

Roxy: Sand To Sea Surf Bikini Bottom
AED 110

Billabong: Sol Searcher One Piece
AED 250

Athletic
Also known as an ‘inverted triangle’, athletic body types have wider shoulders with narrower hips and slim legs. Create curves on your bottom half with busy patterns and detailing such as side ties and belts. Athletic figures also look great in low-cut and shorty-style bottoms which show off slender legs. Avoid strapless styles which can make shoulders appear wider and lack support for larger busts. Instead, go for underwired or supportive halter styles in a block colour to create balance. Aim to buy separate tops and bottoms to ensure you always have the perfect fit.

Roxy: Sand To Sea One Piece
AED 285

Roxy: Born Hawaiian Athletic Tri Top
AED 130

Roxy: Born Hawaiian Mini Bikini Bottom
AED 110

Rectangle
Boxy figures tend to have less definition around the waist, are less curvy and are often referred to as a ‘ruler’ shape. While rectangle figures can wear most styles - if you want to boost your bust or bottom, go for extra detailing such as ruffles or girly bows. Monokinis add the illusion of curves, and belted one-pieces can also cinch in wider waistlines. Floral patterning or textures such as crochet also create visual balance

Speedo: Auraglow One Piece
AED 350

Apple Shape
With a wider stomach and larger bust, apple shapes can create a more hourglass silhouette with a belted one-piece and structured necklines. Corset-like details and support panels can cinch you in at the waist, while rash vests with matching bottoms cut low on the hip offer a balanced look that disguises problem areas. Bandeau-style longer tops with hidden support are a more on-trend alternative to traditional tankinis. 

Roxy: Essentials Tankini
AED 145

Roxy: Essentials Tie Side Bikini Bottom
AED 70

Plus Size
For bikinis, opt for individually sized separates for a great fit which will enhance and accentuate your best features. Vibrant colours and eye-catching patterns look great on curvier figures, while retro styles with high waists and corset-style bra tops will nip you in at all the right places. Look for swimwear with adjustable features that you can tailor to fit your figure, such as ruching, adjustable straps and removable padding. Strategic cut outs, such at the hip or a flattering neckline, will show off the features you love and draw attention away from other areas. 

Speedo: Divashine One Piece
AED 395