How to choose the size of a one-piece swimsuit?
In order to make the right choice of a swimsuit in a store, you need to really evaluate all the shortcomings and advantages of your figure. A swimsuit should fit the body like a second skin, not restrict movement and be absolutely comfortable.
To choose the right size for a one-piece swimsuit, you need to measure your height, waist and hips. Measurements should be taken either in thin clothing or underwear to ensure the data is as accurate as possible. Since swimsuits tend to stretch, it is important when trying on to be sure that the product is not too big for you.
How to determine your swimsuit size
Guessing when choosing the main beach outfit is risky. An impeccable choice will please you only if you know exactly how to determine the size of a swimsuit. This is especially important when buying online, when there is no way to try it on, and make sure that the model is really yours. And in a regular store, it wouldn’t hurt to know what exactly you need. Despite the variety of models and manufacturers, beach fashion is subject to a single “measurement system”. And if you follow it exactly, you can even buy an excellent model in absentia...
How to choose a swimsuit size.
First of all, you should honestly assess your own parameters, and in no case be disingenuous. There is always a temptation to buy a smaller model, but, unfortunately, it will not make you slimmer, but will only emphasize and sometimes reveal figure flaws. The right model should fit your figure literally like a second skin. The most popular types of model markings today are European, Russian and international, which are used by American and Chinese brands. In all systems, the rules set three main parameters - waist and hip size.
Swimsuit sizes S, M, L
The most universal today is considered to be the international marking system, in which swimsuit sizes are marked with the letters sm l. Literally translated from English: S (Small) - small, M (Medium) - medium and L (Large) - large. Compliance with the usual European or Russian parameters with such a marking system must be selected as carefully as possible.
What is swimsuit size S?
For example, swimsuit size s is both Russian size 42 and 44. The difference in volume in both cases is quite noticeable, especially in models that require a complete fit to the figure. The international label “works” ideally if you are looking for a loose-fitting model, without a clearly emphasized bodice, with draperies and decoration. The hottest this season models “plunge” or “tankini” with a classic bodice are just the case when you can safely trust such labeling. The same goes for choosing bikinis of all styles. But more complex, elegant, and even more so designer models will require careful selection. Therefore, designers advise focusing not only on the letters and numbers on the model tag. And first of all, take into account your own parameters and proportions of the figure. But first, it’s worth taking measurements.
How to choose a swimsuit size: take measurements
Even if you are absolutely sure that you accurately remember the value of your own volumes in centimeters, it will not be a bad idea to remeasure. Especially if, on the eve of your vacation, you worked out intensively in the gym and were on a diet. You may be pleasantly surprised by the results. How do the designers themselves take measurements when setting the sizes of women's swimsuits? The light movements of their hands hide their secrets, but all you need for this is an ordinary measuring tape and a little time. If there is someone willing to help you, be sure to take the help. Put on the most comfortable underwear, stand in front of the mirror and straighten up. The volume of the hips is measured at the most protruding points of the buttocks, holding the measuring tape strictly horizontally. Don't tighten the tape, but don't hold it too loose either. Also strictly horizontally, measure your waist along its natural line. This measure may seem unnecessary when selecting a separate model. But only at first glance. Even when creating them, designers take into account the proportions and body type, in which the waist circumference is extremely important. But to accurately determine breast volume, you will need two measurements. The first is the volume under the breasts, and the second is the most protruding points - it will allow you to accurately determine the “fullness” of the cup. In this case, “walk” the tape along the most protruding points of the chest, and on the back, lift it a little higher and pass it over the shoulder blades. Divide the difference between the chest girth and the underbust girth by 6 - this will give you the “fullness” value. In all systems it is denoted by letters of the English alphabet, starting with “A”. This parameter is extremely important when choosing the size of a swimsuit, both closed and open with a push-up bodice or underwire. How to find out your swimsuit size Ideally proportional figures, as we know, do not exist. Even top fashion models cannot boast of an exact match between the volumes of the chest and hips. Therefore, there is no point in looking, let alone being upset because your own parameters do not meet the standards of high fashion. It’s better to try to bring your own figure closer to the ideal. How exactly to choose the size of a swimsuit, taking into account personal characteristics? First, you need to clearly determine your figure type; by the way, it will help you choose the best style from the fashion line. The most common type is the so-called “pear”. In this case, the volume of the hips clearly exceeds the volume of the chest and at the same time the waistline is well defined. Models, both closed and open, that exactly match the parameters of the hips, will fit perfectly on such a figure. Pay attention to styles with beautiful draperies and a loose fit in the neckline - for example, “bandeau”. This fashionable bra is almost universal for small breasts and does not require careful selection. In addition, the “bandeau” optimally balances the proportions, as a result of which the figure looks much slimmer and taller. To find out your swimsuit size as accurately as possible, use the table to determine it and your own measurements. Choose a model's top or bodice according to the lowest volume values, but panties - with the maximum volume figures. Quite the opposite, owners of an “apple” figure should look for “their” model. They boast narrow hips and expressive chest volume, but sometimes the waist with this type of figure is simply absent. In this case, the main parameter when choosing is the bust volume. This is especially important when choosing a closed model with clear, well-shaped cups. A classic or trendy halter bodice for this type of figure is a real find. Due to the elasticity of the material, the closed model will fit perfectly at the waist and hips - this feature is inherent in the design of such styles. And as practice shows, it is best for “apples” to choose from different sets for the bodice and panties of open swimsuits.
Women's swimsuit sizes: how not to make a mistake
It would seem that it would be easier to compare your own parameters and numbers from the table. But for some reason, even those with ideal figures often make the wrong choice. The fact is that any standard marking is designed for an hourglass figure type and a height of 168 centimeters. This circumstance is definitely worth considering if you want to buy a closed model. The difference will not be noticeable if your height differs from the standard in one direction or the other by no more than 4 centimeters. But if the difference is greater, then you shouldn’t expect a perfect fit even from the most beautiful model. The length of the sewn-on straps, complex weaves of ribbons in the waist area - as, for example, in trendy “monokinis” in this case will definitely make themselves felt. How to choose the right swimsuit size How to choose the right swimsuit size in this case? First of all, the choice itself must begin with the choice of a style that eliminates the possibility of such errors. Fortunately, today's trends are rich in original models, and finding something stylish and fashionable for girls of any height will not be difficult. It is equally important to take into account the fact that the elasticity of materials, which many people count on when buying a smaller model, can play a cruel joke on you. Elasticity is already “built into” the design at the stage of design development and material selection, and all its capabilities are reflected in the sizing chart. Unfortunately, such a model is not able to decorate the figure and make it slimmer, but it can highlight flaws and create inconvenience! Therefore, the most famous designers and stylists of beach outfits never tire of reminding you on the eve of the holiday season - look for “your” outfit. Select the model very carefully, but exclusively according to your parameters and features of the figure. And then you are guaranteed not only a stunning beach look, but also a great vacation!…
Swimsuit size chart
In order to easily determine your size after the above measurements, you can use the following table:
| Your Russian size | Waist(cm) | Hip circumference (cm) | Europe EUR/GER/FR | USA England |
| 38 | 57–59 | 80–83 | 32 | 0 |
| 40 | 60–63 | 84–88 | 34 | 2 |
| 42 | 64–67 | 89–93 | 36 | 4 |
| 44 | 68–71 | 94–97 | 38 | 6 |
| 46 | 72–75 | 98–101 | 40 | 8 |
| 48 | 76–79 | 102–105 | 42 | 10 |
| 50 | 80–83 | 106–109 | 44 | 12 |
| 52 | 84–87 | 110–113 | 46 | 14 |
| 54 | 88–91 | 114–117 | 48 | 16 |
| 56 | 92–95 | 118–121 | 50 | 18 |
| 58 | 96–98 | 122–125 | 52 | 20 |
| 60 | 99–102 | 126–129 | 54 | 22 |
| 62 | 103–106 | 130–133 | 56 | 24 |
| 64 | 107–109 | 134–137 | 58 | 26 |
| 66 | 110–113 | 138–141 | 60 | 28 |
| 68 | 114–117 | 142–145 | 62 | 30 |
If you buy a swimsuit from a European manufacturer, then you will get the desired size if you subtract 6 units from the Russian size. For example, if you have a women's size 46, then according to the European standard, your size will be 40. However, it is worth remembering that Europeans sew clothes for heights of 158–165 cm, so if you are tall, you need to count on a larger size. If you follow the English numbering, the calculation formula will be as follows: Russian value - 38 or in our example - 46–38 = 8. The simplest is the international sizing system - S, M, L, etc.
| Your Russian size | Letter/International |
| 38 | XXS |
| 40–42 | XS |
| 42 | S |
| 42–44 | S/M |
| 44–46 | M |
| 46–48 | M/L |
| 48 | L |
| 48–50 | XL |
| 50–52 | XXL-1XL |
| 52–54 | XXXL-2XL |
| 54–56 | XXXXL-3XL |
| 56–58 | XXXXXL-4XL |
How to read a swimsuit size chart
Such intimate things as underwear and beachwear cannot be bought at the market, in a store where they are sold without packaging. And even if in an expensive boutique they offer to try on such a product with “protection”, there is no need to neglect basic hygiene rules and do so. It is better to use the size chart for women's swimsuits and determine what size it is and whether it will suit you.
Products from Germany, the USA and domestic production are most often presented on the Russian market and Ukraine. Finding out your swimsuit size is easy if you know the basic rules for matching the parameters:
| Figure parameters (chest-waist-hips) | Russia | America | German sizes |
| 85-65-90 | 42 | XS | 36 |
| 93-74-100 | 46 | M | 40 |
| 102-83-110 | 50 | XL | 44 |
| 107-89-115 | 52 | XXL | 46 |
German swimsuit sizes are slightly smaller than Russian ones. As a rule, all European manufacturers use the German standardization system.
Those ladies who prefer inexpensive swimsuits from China need to familiarize themselves with the Asian table.
| Russian swimsuit size | Chinese |
| 42 | S |
| 46 | L |
| 48-50 | XXL |
| 52 | XXXL |
If the bodice of a swimsuit has underwires or a push-up shape, then choosing and determining your size correctly is even more difficult. The packaging must indicate additional parameters of the product - its correspondence to the chest circumference in letter or numerical expression.
| Fullness (chest girth – underbust girth) | Cup size |
| 10-12 | A |
| 14-16 | B |
| 18 | C |
| 20 | E |
| 22 | F |
| 24 | G |
| 26 | H |
European swimsuit sizes are necessarily accompanied by instructions on the choice of bodice cup, but Asian manufacturers do not believe that it is necessary to indicate these parameters.
How to choose the size of a two-piece swimsuit?
To determine the size of a two-piece swimsuit, you need to measure your waist, hips, and bust and underbust volume. For example, if your waist is 60 cm and your hips are 88 cm, then a size 40 swimsuit will suit you.
Panty sizes
| Waist(cm) | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 |
| Hip circumference (cm) | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | 120 |
| Italy | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Italy | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| France | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 |
| Germany | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Russia | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
Sizes of Milavitsa panties:
| If your hip circumference is in the range, cm | 88-92 | 92-96 | 96-100 | 100-104 | 104-108 | 108-112 | 112-116 | 116-120 | 120-124 | 124-128 | 128-132 | 132-136 |
| Panties size (hip circumference, cm) | 90 | 94 | 98 | 102 | 106 | 110 | 114 | 118 | 122 | 126 | 130 | 134 |
Swimsuit bodice size chart
By measuring your chest, as well as measuring under your chest, you can easily determine the size by looking at this table.
| Bust circumference (cm) | Bust circumference at prominent points (cm) | |||||||
| Bra size | A.A. | A | B | C | D | E | F | G |
| 60 — (58–62) | 70–71 | 72–73 | 74–75 | 76–77 | 78–79 | |||
| 65 — (63–67) | 74–76 | 77–79 | 80–81 | 82–83 | 84–85 | 86–87 | 88–89 | |
| 70 — (68–72) | 79–81 | 82–84 | 85–86 | 87–88 | 89–90 | 91–92 | 93–94 | |
| 75 — (73–77) | 84–86 | 87–89 | 90–91 | 92–93 | 94–95 | 96–97 | 98–99 | 100–101 |
| 80 — (78–82) | 89–91 | 92–94 | 95–96 | 97–98 | 99–100 | 101–102 | 103–104 | 105–106 |
| 85 — (83–87) | 97–99 | 100–101 | 102–103 | 104–105 | 106–107 | 108–109 | 110–111 | |
| 90 — (88–92) | 102–104 | 105–106 | 107–108 | 109–110 | 111–112 | 113–114 | 115–116 | |
| 95 — (93–97) | 107–109 | 110–111 | 112–113 | 114–115 | 116–117 | 118–119 | 120–121 | |
| 100 — (98–102) | 112–114 | 115–116 | 117–118 | 119–120 | 121–122 | 123–124 | 125–126 | |
If during the measurement the result is on the border of two sizes, then you should give preference to the larger size so that the seams and bones do not cut into the body and cause discomfort.
Measuring your figure correctly
Before choosing a swimsuit according to the table proposed by the manufacturer, you need to measure your figure, and this must be done as accurately as possible. It is necessary to determine the girth
- breasts,
- bodies under the chest,
- thallium,
- hips
This must be done when specifying the size of all types of swimsuits - women's, gymnastics, and children's. But you need to take measurements correctly - not on your naked body, but wearing comfortable underwear, in front of a mirror. The best option is to ask your loved ones for help, because it is quite difficult to independently apply a measuring tape exactly to the line of the chest and hips.
The swimsuit size chart often indicates the “bust fullness” parameter. It is calculated mathematically. To find out your fullness, subtract the circumference under the bust from your chest circumference.
What style and material is best for a swimsuit?
It is important to choose swimsuits made from fabrics that do not fade and can withstand salty sea water, such as tactel, polyamide and microfiber. They hold their shape well and dry quickly. It is important that the swimsuit contains lycra, it stretches well and takes the shape of the figure.
In order to visually reduce breasts, two-piece swimsuits with a dark bra with wide straps are suitable; a pareo on the hips will also look great. For small breasts, models with a push-up bra or strapless underwire cups will be a lifesaver.
If you are the owner of curvy hips, then you should draw attention to the top. Choose a bright bodice with a print or trim, such as ruffles, and choose dark or plain panties. Straps fastened at the neck will help visually narrow wide shoulders, and one-piece swimsuits with wide straps will suit fuller girls.
We advise you to try on several models at once to make sure that the swimsuit fits perfectly and the style suits you perfectly, because comfort is an important factor when choosing a swimsuit.
Features of choosing large models
Swimsuits of large sizes, as a rule, are one-piece, made of slimming material. How to choose the size of such a model? The characteristics of the fabric, the ability of the seams to stretch, and the strength of the threads should be taken into account. The following parameters correspond to chest and hip circumferences greater than 120 cm:
- Italian – IX, X and XI,
- international – XXL and XXXL,
- Russia – 56 and above,
- USA – 18 and above.
When choosing separate options, you need to very carefully select the bodice, its compliance with the fullness and shape of the breasts, give preference to wide straps and the base of the bra, and check for the presence of underwires. It is very important to understand how to choose a swimsuit according to your figure, what flaws need to be hidden, and what features need to be emphasized.
The fabric from which a swimsuit for a curvy lady is made should not stretch well. Only such material is capable of supporting the figure and giving it shape. The size of the straps must exactly match the height of the shoulders. The best option is ties that secure the bodice through the neck. And not through the shoulder slopes.
One-piece and separate swimsuit sizes - table
There is a huge assortment of swimsuits, which are divided into several main groups - separates, one-pieces, sports. For a woman, purchasing such a wardrobe item is an important event, because every representative of the fair sex wants to look amazing on the beach or in the pool. To help you choose the right swimsuit size, there is a table that will separately indicate the data for the top and bottom of the swimsuit.
How to choose a swimsuit according to your figure
When studying the color palette, do not forget about the proportions you strive for when choosing a swimsuit. Traditionally, any visual correction is aimed at approaching the hourglass silhouette, when the shoulders and hips are equal relative to each other, and at the same time there is a pronounced curve of the waist.
People usually don’t like to draw attention to the bottom of a swimsuit, but in some proportions it plays almost a decisive role. Before considering each body type separately, let us remind you that there are no body types better or worse than others; each has both problem areas and its own advantages that others cannot boast of. The main thing is to learn how to play these components correctly.
Hourglass
It may seem that choosing a swimsuit for the “hourglass” is the easiest, because these are almost ideal proportions. But not every selected style can be worn by hourglass representatives. Any emphasis on one thing, be it the chest or legs, will create visual disproportion.
In this case, only models with the same distribution of print and decor on the suit are suitable. Models that can be seen in photographs with this type of figure usually represent classic solid bikinis or monokinis, where the color and print are evenly distributed throughout the product.
Pear or triangle
As you probably already guessed, a voluminous and active bodice suits pear and triangle body types, where the shoulders are visually narrower than the hips. For this type, we choose models with bright cups. This could be a print combined with black swimming trunks or the presence of ruffles, fringe or bows.
Sequins, metallics and inlays will look better than beads or rhinestones - the latter are no longer relevant for a long time, although you can find many such styles in stores. One-piece swimsuits for small busts are also useful: the top of the bodice can have ruffles, sequins, bright flowers or lots of ties.
If the swimsuit you choose has decoration on the back or in the shoulder area, then this option will also be optimal. Shorts for pear and triangle - definitely not!
Inverted Triangle
Choosing the right model for the female inverted triangle type is not difficult. Choose the cups of the bodice as neutral as possible, with wide straps, but not on their wide fit. A one-piece swimsuit will look good with a V-shaped neckline; asymmetrical straps will also visually balance the top and bottom.
It is better to wear swimming trunks for an inverted triangle with ties, a bright print or in the form of shorts - they visually increase the hips, although they steal a little height. Bright bows, active logos or a tied pareo are again better placed on swimming trunks than on a bodice. If we are talking about print, then V-type asymmetry or vertical stripes are best.
Rectangle
A rectangle-type figure requires emphasis on the waist, since it is practically not expressed. A monokini with ties at the neck is almost the only one that suits a rectangle well. A tankini or tank is definitely not an option for this type, but what accentuates the waist well are wedge-shaped inserts in a swimsuit, a symmetrical print with a merge in the middle, a horizontal stripe at the waist or a vertical stripe connecting the bottom to the top.
The main thing is to choose a good quality swimsuit. Many resources have videos for each product. Push-up will look good on a “rectangle”, as it lengthens the silhouette, especially the waist. But then we combine it with high swimming trunks.
Apple
This body type often has naturally long legs. The pushup will perfectly elongate your waist to match your legs. In a monokini, combined with printed curves, this type of bodice is ideal for the apple. Try not to choose high-waisted bottoms if it's a bikini: they will mercilessly cut into your body and make your waist even wider. Low and medium rise swimming trunks will go well with a push-up bodice. It is better to replace bright prints in the waist area with symmetrical wedge-shaped stripes.
Choosing a swimsuit can take more than one day, so any good advice will save your time. One of them will be a recommendation regarding animal print on swimsuits.
Textures of a tiger, leopard, zebra or snake look good on girls with dark, warm skin tones, because they were originally worn in southern countries. If your tan is already quite pronounced, you can safely choose natural animal prints for minimalist swimsuits. It is better to avoid additional decor, as well as a complex cut with such colors.
Size chart for children's swimsuits on Aliexpress
When choosing absolutely any children's clothing, you should be extremely careful. Kids are always on the move. Things should not constrain them or, on the contrary, be too free. Of course, most attention should be paid to this when choosing beachwear, especially if you purchase it in an online store. Each site offers its own options to make this task easier. For example, there is a table to select the sizes of children's swimsuits on Aliexpress. You shouldn't ignore it. Even if in this case choosing the right thing will take a little more time, you will definitely be sure that you will get exactly what you need. Let's study the main nuances of selecting children's swimsuits on Aliexpress. As you know, modern models can be of two types: continuous and separate. The approach to selecting the optimal size is different in both cases.
Children's one-piece swimsuit sizes
One-piece swimsuits cover most of the body. Many parents prefer them because they better protect the baby’s skin from the sun, because they simply cover a larger area of the body. In addition, such swimsuits do not fall off or get lost even during the most active games on the water. When choosing the size of such a swimsuit, it is necessary to take into account the circumference of the hips and chest, as well as the height of the child. All these parameters must be measured using a soft meter tape, and then checked with the table.
As you can see, the table also shows waist circumference, but we did not mention it earlier. The fact is that if your child is not overweight, then you can ignore this parameter. Of course, if the situation is exactly the opposite, you will, on the contrary, have to pay more attention to your waist circumference. In general, when selecting absolutely any item, you should pay attention to the most prominent point of the body. In obese children, as a rule, the stomach stands out quite strongly. For this reason, it is difficult to choose a swimsuit that would fit well with your height and at the same time not compress you at the waist. If you are not sure that you can accurately select all the characteristics of beachwear, then it is best for you to pay attention to two-piece swimsuits.
Sizes of children's two-piece swimsuits
The sizes of children's swimsuits on Aliexpress according to the tables for one-piece and separate swimsuits may differ significantly. Therefore, you should always pay attention only to the data indicated in the description of the particular product that you are paying attention to at the moment. Two-piece swimsuits are usually purchased for children at a more conscious age. Today they are the most popular and, one might say, even fashionable. Therefore, if the baby is already choosing what she likes to wear, then, most likely, she will turn her attention to a two-piece swimsuit. In this case, you get a simpler choice of size. Only the circumference of the waist and hips is taken into account. In some cases, the table also indicates the return of the child, but you should not pay much attention to this parameter. Two children of the same age can look completely different. Children's two-piece swimsuits are usually divided into three age categories: junior, middle and senior groups. Children under 5 years old belong to the first category. A child aged 5 to 12 years – to the second. Teenagers are already an older age group.
As a rule, this has little to do with the choice of size itself. It’s just that the tables and all the data on the selection are divided into different types, which makes it easier for both you and the seller to navigate through them.
Tips for choosing a swimsuit size on Aliexpress
You don’t think that to select the size of children’s swimsuits on Aliexpress it will be enough just to check the table. Even though the Chinese Internet giant has been operating for many years and is trying to take as many actions as possible to make shopping more convenient in its open spaces, it still cannot protect us from the negligence or banal laziness of sellers. For this reason, when purchasing any product, it is worth doing a whole algorithm of additional actions. The first step is to read reviews. Usually people open them only to look at photos. Aliexpress even has several functions that make this task easier, such as sorting reviews by the presence or absence of photos or a continuous feed with pictures in the application. In our case, you won't need all this. We will read the reviews. You need to look for sizing information. Any mentions. If the item you are purchasing is bought mainly by girls (a children's swimsuit can certainly be included in this category), then the reviews will be very informative and detailed. If the seller sends the wrong size, the table indicated in the description is not true, things run small, all this will be immediately indicated in the reviews.
Another way not to make a mistake with the size is to choose only trusted sellers. You may ask how this is connected. If a store constantly has problems choosing sizes, its rating simply cannot be high. In addition, such sellers really value their ratings and reputation. If you have questions about swimsuit sizes, you can simply contact the store directly. In a message to the seller, write down the child’s parameters and specify which size will suit you best. Usually within a few minutes you receive a response with all the recommendations and instructions. If you have correspondence with sellers, you receive double protection. Firstly, of course, the chance of getting an item of the wrong size is reduced. Secondly, even if this happens, you can receive your money or other goods without any problems. If there is correspondence that the seller independently advised you of this particular size, Aliexpress will immediately support your side in the dispute. Although, it is unlikely that it will come to disputes. The seller himself will offer to solve the problem as quickly as possible.
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Possible problems
It seems that there should be no difficulties in choosing a product, because the manufacturer clearly indicates the main parameters - chest, waist and hips. But there is another important aspect - growth.
Girls below average height may have problems choosing one-piece swimsuits and monokinis, because the fabric should not wrinkle on the sides. Accordingly, tall ladies may simply not be able to pull on a swimsuit - the straps will dig into the shoulders, and the bikini area will be stretched beyond measure.
Let’s not forget that the standard sizes are designed for those with an hourglass figure. In fact, only a few women have such parameters. For this reason, it is worth taking additional measurements.
If the parameters of the figure are such that they fit two sizes at once, that is, they are at the junction of the size grid, then it is recommended to choose the option that is larger. Due to the increased elasticity of the fabric, the fit will be more comfortable. But the smaller size can cause inconvenience.
