Last Updated on June 7, 2023 by Cliche
I will be honest: The idea of shopping for a swimsuit used to terrify me. Everyone has their own insecurities, but as a plus-size person, those insecurities felt so much more heightened. I focused so much on what I wanted to cover up that it took the joy away from being in the water. Over time, after following influencers, models, and folks that I just thought were cool and shared the same body shape and size as me, I realized that if I can love and admire them, then I can feel the same way about myself.
Do you remember that iconic scene from Hulu’s Shrill, where Aidy Bryant’s character attends the Fat Babe Pool Party? That scene made such an impact on me and so many plus-size women I know. To just exist, to be fully present and enjoy the sun kissing your skin, that, to me, is bliss.
It doesn’t matter how much or how little coverage your swimwear or activewear has, just as long as you feel comfortable and cute! I like switching it up and have several swim pieces to choose from. Swimwear can be super-versatile, and thankfully, there are plenty of styles to choose from in plus sizes. Ahead are 30 of the best plus-size swimsuits from one-pieces to bikini separates that are sure to make a splash.
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Summersalt The Ruffle Backflip
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Summersalt The Ruffle Backflip, $, available at Summersalt
Parade Scoop Bikini Top
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Parade Scoop Bikini Top, $, available at Parade
Parade Thong Bikini Bottom
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Parade Thong Bikini Bottom, $, available at Parade
Yonique Plus Size High Waisted Bikini
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Yonique Plus Size High Waisted Bikini, $, available at Amazon
ASOS Design Curve Rib Square Neck Crop Bikini In Cobalt Blue
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ASOS DESIGN Curve Rib Square Neck Crop Bikini In Cobalt Blue, $, available at ASOS
ASOS Design Curve Rib High Leg High Waist Bikini Bottom In Cobalt Blue
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ASOS DESIGN Curve Rib High Leg High Waist Bikini Bottom In Cobalt Blue, $, available at ASOS
Gabi Fresh Swim x ELOQUII U-Wire Detail Bikini Top
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Eloquii Gabi Fresh Swim x ELOQUII U-Wire Detail Bikini Top, $, available at Eloquii
Gabi Fresh Swim x ELOQUII Super High Waisted Bikini Bottom With Twist Front
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Eloquii Gabi Fresh Swim x ELOQUII Super High Waisted Bikini Bot, $, available at Eloquii
Cupshe Olivia Floral Cutout Plus Size One Piece Swimsuit
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Cupshe Olivia Floral Cutout Plus Size One Piece Swimsuit, $, available at cupshe
Curve & Plus Floral & Leaf Ruffle Swim Dress With Bikini Bottom
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cider Curve & Plus Floral & Leaf Ruffle Swim Dress With Bikin, $, available at Cider
ELOMI Magnetic Underwire Plunge Bikini Top
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Elomi Magnetic Underwire Plunge Bikini Top, $, available at Nordstrom
ELOMI Magnetic Bikini Bottoms
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Elomi Magnetic Bikini Bottoms, $, available at Nordstrom
Torrid Wireless Racerback Tankini
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Torrid Wireless Racerback Tankini, $, available at Torrid
L.L.Bean Shaping Swimwear Soft-Drape Tankini Top
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Madewell Plus Abstract Tie-Back Bikini Top
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Madewell Plus Abstract Tie-Back Bikini Top, $, available at Madewell
Madewell Plus High-Rise Crossover Bikini Bottom
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Madewell Plus High-Rise Crossover Bikini Bottom, $, available at Madewell
Cacique Underwire Longline Bikini Swim Top
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Cacique Underwire Longline Bikini Swim Top, $, available at Lane Bryant
Cacique Foil Swim Brief
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Cacique Foil Swim Brief, $, available at Lane Bryant
Superfit Hero Half Zip Crop Bikini Top
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Superfit Hero Half Zip Crop Bikini Top, $, available at Superfit Hero
Superfit Hero 9 Inch Swim Shorts
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Superfit Hero 9 Inch Swim Shorts, $, available at Superfit Hero
SummerSalt Long Torso Sidestroke Swimsuit
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Summersalt The Long Torso Sidestroke Swimsuit, $, available at Summersalt
Kitty and Vibe Ruffle Scoop Top
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Kitty and Vibe Ruffle Scoop Top, $, available at Kitty and Vibe
Kitty and Vibe Ruffle Bottoms
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Kitty and Vibe Ruffle Bottoms, $, available at Kitty and Vibe
Skims Swim Scoop Neck One Piece
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Skims Swim Scoop Neck One Piece, $, available at Skims
Fashion to Figure Sasha Eyelet Bikini Top
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Fashion to Figure Sasha Eyelet Bikini Top, $, available at Fashion to Figure
Fashion to Figure Sasha Eyelet Bikini Swim Skirt
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Fashion to Figure Sasha Eyelet Bikini Swim Skirt, $, available at Fashion to Figure
Eloquii Mesh Detail Swimsuit
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Eloquii Mesh Detail Swimsuit, $, available at Eloquii
Knix Scoop Bikini Top
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Knix Scoop Bikini Top, $, available at Knix
Knix Leakproof Full Coverage Bikini Bottom
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Knix Leakproof Full Coverage Bikini Bottom, $, available at Knix
Good American Cropped Swim Tee
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Good American Cropped Swim Tee, $, available at Good American
Good American Swim Bike Shorts
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Good American Swim Bike Shorts, $, available at Good American
Nomads Bay Top
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Nomads Swimwear Bay Top, $, available at Nomads Swimwear
Nomads Bay Bottom
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Nomads Swimwear Bay Bottom, $, available at Nomads Swimwear
Elomi Plus Size Pebble Cove Ruffle Underwire Bikini Top
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Elomi Plus Size Pebble Cove Ruffle Underwire Bikini Top, $, available at Bare Necessities
Elomi Plus Size Pebble Cove Adjustable Bikini Bottom
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Elomi Plus Size Pebble Cove Adjustable Bikini Bottom, $, available at Bare Necessities
Simply Be Open Shoulder Frill Detail Swimsuit
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Simply Be Open Shoulder Frill Detail Swimsuit, $, available at ASOS
Kingdom & State Plus Size Poppy Swim Top
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Kingdom & State Plus Size Olive & White Poppy Swim Top, $, available at Unique Vintage
Kingdom & State Plus Size Poppy Swim Bottoms
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Kingdom & State Plus Size Olive & White Poppy Swim Bottoms, $, available at Unique Vintage
Lehona Swimsuit With Bust Cross-Over Detail
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Lehona Swimsuit With Bust Cross-Over Detail, $, available at Dia & Co.
Ruby Love Out Of This World Racerback Period Swimwear
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Ruby Love Out Of This World Racerback Period Swimwear, $, available at Ruby Love
Old Navy Wrap-Front Swimsuit Dress
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Old Navy Wrap-Front Swimsuit Dress, $, available at Old Navy
Miraclesuit Illusionist Crossover One-Piece Swimsuit
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Miraclesuit Illusionist Crossover One-Piece Swimsuit, $, available at Nordstrom
Cupshe Downy Blue Rib Knotted Plus Size Bikini Top
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Cupshe Downy Blue Rib Knotted Plus Size Bikini Top, $, available at cupshe
Cupshe Downy Blue Rib High Waist Plus Size Bikini Bottoms
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Cupshe Downy Blue Rib High Waist Plus Size Bikini Bottoms, $, available at cupshe
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