Bathing Suits for your body type

Looking for a swimsuit that slims your stomach? Stays put when you swim? Costs less than $15? We found them all.

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Beachwear for every body

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Looking for a swimsuit that slims your stomach? Stays put when you swim? Costs less than $15? We found them all.

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Athletic: Budge-proof bikini

Crossed straps keep this Nike suit in place when you’re swimming laps. ($40 each piece; Dillard’s)

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Athletic: Game changer

The zipper makes this Miraclesuit easy to slip on and off in the locker room. ($128; CyberSwim.com)

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Athletic: Stay-put shorts

This Lands' End Canvas suit won't ride up in rough surf. (Top, $39.50; bottom, $44.50; Lands' End Canvas)

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Athletic: Slim swimmer

Our most flattering suit—this Catalina one-piece—is also the least expensive. ($14; Wal-mart)

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Athletic: Pretty player

A skirt makes this Nautica suit tennis-court ready. (Top, $62; bottom, $64; Everything But Water)

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Butt blaster: Top star

The detailing on this Miraclesuit keeps eyes up; the solid black slims below. ($144; Bloomingdale's)

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Butt blaster: Miniskirt

Hide your behind but show off your style in Coco Reef's suit. (Top, $50; bottom, $54; Macy's)

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Butt blaster: Leg lengthener

This Magicsuit is cut on the sides for an elongating effect. ($150, Macy's)

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Butt blaster: Special effect

Two-directional striping creates a slimming illusion on Coco Rave's suit. ($90, Dillard's)

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Butt blaster: Très trimming

In this La Blanca suit, the haute halter (not hips) is the focus. (Top, $79; bottom, $39; Saks Fifth Avenue)

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Boy shape: Shape star

A padded top adds curves to this Lands' End Canvas bikini. (Top, $39.50; bottom, $34.50; Lands' End Canvas)

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Boy shape: Love triangles

The side ties on this Becca by Rebecca Virtue suit flatter a wispy frame. (Top, $36; bottom, $38; Dillards.com)

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Boy shape: A cut above

This L Space one-piece creates an hourglass shape in seconds. ($179; Swimwear Boutique)

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Boy shape: Model suit

The ruching and ruffles on Jantzen's retro bikini boost your bust and bottom. ($140; Dillard's)

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Boy shape: Custom fit

A high-cut style on this Cosabella suit fakes curvy hips. (Top, $100; bottom, $72; Cosabella

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Belly slimmer: Waist management

Conceal lower-ab flab in this high-waisted bikini from Michael Kors. ($265; 212-221-1014)

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Belly slimmer: Bow regard

Ruching on this Tommy Bahama one-piece disguises your middle. ($128; Tommy Bahama)

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Belly slimmer: Fave fabric

With triple the Spandex of other suits, this Magicsuit is a belly's BFF. ($144; Everything But Water)

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Belly slimmer: Strapless stunner

Tankinis, like this one by Shoshanna, cover up trouble spots. ($120; Jerrie Shop, 516-364-4062)

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Belly slimmer: Take the plunge

A shirred panel and look-up-here V-neck make this DKNY suit a tummy saver. ($108; Macy's)

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Small bust: Just for frills

Ruffles on this Shoshanna bikini enhance a small chest. (Top, $80; bottom, $84; Shopbop.com)

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Small bust: Pattern play

This L Space halter top creates instant cleavage. (Top, $68; bottom, $60; Diane's Beachwear)

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Small bust: Light lift

Molded cups on this Lands' End one-piece give you a boost. ($89.50; Lands' End)

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Small bust: For the "A" Team

Wide stripes on DKNY's bikini pump up your chest. (Top, $66; bottom, $48; Macy's)

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Small bust: Booster feat

With a deep V and hidden cups, this Spanx suit adds oomph up top. ($178; Spanx)

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Big bust: Supporting act

Tommy Bahama's suit has lifting underwire. (Top, $89; bottom, $48; Tommy Bahama)

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Big bust: Sleek up

This Freya full-coverage bikini top fits like your favorite bra. (Top, $70; bottom, $32; Lion's Lair)

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Big bust: Anchored in

Straps on this Miraclesuit maillot are placed wide apart to support D cups and up. ($136, Dillard’s)

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Big bust: Color block

The 2-inch blue band on this Caribbean Joe suit gives your bust a visual lift. ($74; Belk)

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Big bust: Textured top

Shirring on this halter-top suit minimizes a large chest. ($178; Spanx)

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Athletic: Game changer

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Athletic: Stay-put shorts

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Athletic: Slim swimmer

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Athletic: Pretty player

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Butt blaster: Top star

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Butt blaster: Miniskirt

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Butt blaster: Leg lengthener

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Butt blaster: Special effect

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Boy shape: Shape star

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Boy shape: Love triangles

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Boy shape: A cut above

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Boy shape: Model suit

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Boy shape: Custom fit

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Belly slimmer: Waist management

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Belly slimmer: Bow regard

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Belly slimmer: Fave fabric

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Belly slimmer: Strapless stunner

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Belly slimmer: Take the plunge

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Small bust: Just for frills

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Small bust: Pattern play

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Small bust: Light lift

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Small bust: For the "A" Team

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Small bust: Booster feat