Women's Swim Shorts

Whether you are lounging poolside or voyaging in the deep blue sea, plus size women’s swim shorts are both a practical and flattering bathing suit accessory for plus size gals.

Get ready for the beach!

Women’s swim shorts allow freedom of movement without restriction, a perfect solution for water aerobics or poolside toe dipping. Swimsuit designers have truly expanded the options for plus sizes, you’re bound to find a pair of women’s plus size swim shorts that suit both your personality and swim needs perfectly.

Long before bikinis and boy shorts became popular, women wore swim shorts. Coupled with a bathing cap, vintage ladies floated in comfortable style while maintaining their modesty. Swim shorts are flirty and flattering without exposing too much skin. For active ladies, swim shorts provide coverage and are a practical layer that offers protection from harmful UV rays.

There are so many options of plus size swim shorts available. Determine your needs and desires before embarking on the journey of finding the perfect swim shorts for your active lifestyle.

No matter what size you wear, not many women look forward to bathing suit shopping. Too many holidays, not enough sun, and that horrid dressing room lighting can send almost anyone into a state of panic…

Relax, when shopping for swimsuits, knowing what works best on your figure helps you get ahead of the game. Assess your body shape and determine your best features. If it’s your shoulders, find suits that expose your shoulders, if it’s your chest, look for a suit that enhances your décolletage. Wear swim shorts in conjunction with almost any type of top, whether that is a triangle bikini top or a one-piece maillot. Check out your upper body and figure out what flatters best before you move down to the bottoms.

Play with color! To emphasize your best features select bathing apparel in colors that suit your hair and skin tone. Busy small prints will keep the eye moving rather than focusing on problem areas. Dark colors will slenderize. A pop of bright pink or red shows the world you aren’t afraid to have fun! Use these tips to find the best shape and color for your swimwear and make the cringing process a little easier.

• Built in Panty Swim Shorts

Built in panty swim shorts are exactly what their name implies, swim shorts with the panty liner built right into the fabric. Wear these types of swim shorts directly over your one-piece suit or they may stand alone if you are wearing a bikini or a tankini top.

• Boy Short Swim Shorts

Boy shorts have increased in popularity over the past ten years. A little risqué with a pin-up gal appeal, boy shorts have a high cut leg that will visually lengthen the legs. Most boy shorts have a straight waistband without much bulk or detailing. Plus size boy shorts can be extremely flattering and are right on trend, so be sure to give the boy short, swim short option a try.

• Cover-Up Swim Shorts

Cover up swim shorts are meant to be worn directly over your one piece suit or bikini bottoms. They are made of the same lycra or tencel fabric as most swimsuits, so feel free to swim and splash in them, just make sure you layer underneath to provide hygienic protection. Many plus size cover up swim shorts have pockets and drawstring ties, and are even worn for casual outings. Great for vacations and poolside, cover-up swim shorts will see you through a sweltering summer.

• Skirted Swim Shorts

Plus size skirted swim shorts are a great option if you want the look of the skirt while maintaining the movement of shorts. Wear skirted swim shorts over full one-piece suits or separately with tankini or bikini tops, as they do have their own panty lining. Many women buy a coordinating skirt and a short to increase their options. Skirted swim shorts look both cute and casual with big straw hats and flip-flops. Be sure to pack a swim skirt for your next trip if you’re looking for a feminine and functional swimsuit accessory.

There will always be a need for the classic one-piece suit or a two-piece tankini swimsuit, but if you’re looking for a practical accessory that provides comfort and conceals, your best bet may be to check out plus size swim shorts this season.

Plenty of online retailers sell all types of swim shorts. However, for the best fit and ease of purchase, consider shopping locally at department stores or specialty boutiques.

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