The best swimsuits for small boobs

Whatever it is you’re working with, bathing suit shopping is no one’s favourite activity. No matter your size, there always seems to be something we want to enhance, downplay, or outright hide. If you’re shopping with small boobs in mind, you may be trying to, shall we say, fake it till you make it (regarding cleavage, that is).

If you’re a proud member of the IBTC and are planning a trip to the pool this summer, scroll down to shop the hottest bikini styles for small boobs. These bathing suits will flatter your figure and make you excited to show off whatever your momma gave you.

One advantage of having smaller boobs is being able to get away with showing more skin, often without the same backlash our well-endowed sisters may face. Yes, it’s a “privilege” based on the objectification of women’s bodies, but sometimes you gotta ask not what you can do for the patriarchy, but what the patriarchy can do for you.

In this spirit, show off what you got in a micro bikini. This trendy and minimalist style reminds us of the barely-there styles of the 90s, so it fits quite nicely with the current 90s and Y2K renaissance. Obnoxious tan lines won’t be a problem in this style!

Another approach to bikini shopping for small boobs is to go for voluminous styles that create the illusion of, well, volume. Strategic ruffles along the chest and neckline are an eye-catching, romantic way to bring pizazz to the area. Afraid of ruffled tops looking too childish? The key to wearing this style like a grown-up is going for the right choices of shades and materials. For example, delicate, vintage-inspired florals, whites, baby pinks, and light blues give your ruffled bikini a very coquette appeal, which is, yes, girly but sophisticated and trendy at the same time.

A smaller chest often means you can play with necklines and cuts more than those with fuller figures. Take advantage of your petite frame and shop one of the coolest bikini trends this summer: square necklines. This sophisticated shape feels like a step above the scoop neck top or the classic bikini, punctuating the collarbone and creating a geometric line. The square neckline is both elegant and current, demure and cheeky, and it compliments smaller chests perfectly. Having small boobs ain’t so bad after all, huh?

All hail the underwire balconette bikini! Flattering for large, medium, and small-chested folks, this feminine style will have you looking your best at the beach.

Classic and elegant styles are definitely making a comeback in the swimwear sphere—sorry, micro bikini—and, with its sophisticated appeal, the underwire balconette bikini top is undoubtedly one of them. Another major SS24 trend in swimwear that completely encapsulates the vibe of the balconette bikini is accessorising your suits with chunky jewellery—like bangles, charm necklaces, and statement earrings—, retro silk scarves, sunglasses, and headbands. Accessories only add to the air of classic polish of the underwire bra top, making you look elegant and dressed up even when wearing barely anything.

Just like with the ruffled bikini tops, using texture and materials to create the illusion of fullness is a foolproof way to style swimwear with smaller boobs. Crinkled or “popcorn” swimwear was a huge trend for SS23 and it’s due for a comeback this summer. The scrunched, crinkled or ruched fabric is incredibly flattering on all bodies due to its figure-hugging properties, and its ability to hold its shape while smoothing curves and creating the dimension we need.

The brand to look out for is Hunza G: somewhat of a pioneer in the popcorn swimwear space, the brand is responsible for—among other things—the seersucker mini dress worn by Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. If that’s not enough to convince you to give crinkle swimwear a chance…

Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler