Beach Belle
Plus-size swim and beachwear
Thinking about your holiday wardrobe? We've found some fab beach and swimwear ideas in a great range of sizes to get you out into the sunshine - that is if we get any! There is a lot of expert advice regarding shape and fit when it comes to swimwear but the main thing is to keep it simple. If you feel you need structure go for fitted swimsuits that will give you some control and add softness with your cover-ups and accessories - watch necklines and leg shapes that elongate and make the most of your assets. We have very much concentrated on print and pattern because that is what this season is about - mix and match, vintage shapes, colour and fun - you will notice that the shapes themselves are still very simple and easy to wear.
It is so good to see how much is available for the curvier figure and how adventurous it has become. Enjoy!
Great up to date designs from this US site www.swimsuitsjustforus.com swimdresses from left: Mixed-up high neck, Picnic and Retro Dot - 2pc
Fun and fresh summer and beachwear designs from Joe Browns at www.simplybe.co.uk
Print is the word this summer and ‘Phool’ available from The Dresscode has yet again produced just the right thing for high summer. Gorgeous kaftans fit up to size 32 in a variety of patterns and colours to wear with cropped jeans or as a glamorous beach cover-up. www.thedresscode.co.uk
Beach sandals from top: Brown beaded thong sandals from www.tallgirls.co.uk Red strap sandals from www.laredoute.co.uk Grey gladiator from www.katielongshoes.co.uk
From bottom: ‘Zori’ sandal in brown from www.crispinsshoes.com Turquoise sandals ‘My Haven’ by Poetic Licence from www.barefoottess.com ‘Anuket’ multi strap gladiator sandal from www.cinderellashoes.ie
Blue Wahoo swim and beachwear from www.simplybe.co.uk
Swimwear from the holiday shop at www.evans.co.uk Check out their mid-season bargains for filling up your holiday suitcases.
Fashion forward swimsuits from a huge selection at US site www.alwaysforme.com
Lively summer canvas lace-ups from www.hottershoes.com
Practical and pretty floral summer dresses from www.curvety.com
(Original illustration 'Beach Belles' by Paul Greenwood - with thanks)
