If you’ve arrived on this page whilst searching online for what is the most flattering colour swimwear, sit back and relax, we at Halocline Swimwear can help. We’ve got a great range of flattering swimwear that looks fantastic on all shapes and sizes. Our swimwear comes in a wonderful range of flattering colours – perfect for the pool or the beach.
What is the Most Flattering Colour Swimsuit?
The most flattering colour for a swimsuit can depend on your skin tone, your body shape and the overall look you are going for. So here are a few tips on what to look for -
Skin Tone and Undertone
If you have fair skin you'll find that bright, bold colours like cherry red, emerald green, or cobalt blue can contrast beautifully with fair skin, creating a striking look. We would suggest avoiding pale colours or pastels as these might end up making you look a bit wishy-washy.
For medium skin tones, you should go for more earthy tones like olive, teal, or mustard. Vibrant jewelled colours such as ruby or sapphire will also look stunning. If you want something softer from the colour of your swimwear, lighter pinks or lavender can complement your warm undertone.
For those of you with darker skin tones, you should go for rich, vibrant colours like bright pinks, yellow, blues or even purple as these will look fantastic against the natural glow of your darker skin tones. White and metallics, like gold or silver, also stand out beautifully against darker skin.
Body Shape and Design
You'll find that colour can play a significant role but it's also down to the swimsuit's design to how it will look on you. Darker shades, like black or navy, are universally slimming and great for creating a sleek silhouette. High-contrast colours or patterns can emphasise any curves, while colour-blocking can help balance out your silhouette. If you are heavier on top, go for colour at the bottom, if you have wider hips or a bigger tummy, go for darker slimming colours on the bottom and something lighter up top.
Ultimately, the most flattering swimsuit colour is one that boosts your confidence - everyone knows that to look best in your swimsuit, you need to feel comfortable, supported and most of all fabulous. We'd suggest experimenting with different shades to find the one that makes you feel amazing. We offer free delivery when spending over £40 in the UK and also free returns, so you can try out a couple of different colours and keep the ones that you love the most. You'll find that the right colour swimming costume can amplify your style and help you shine!
As comfort and fit are so important to how flattering your swimsuit is, we’d like to talk you through some of the features that our customers rave about.
Bust Support
For those who have larger chest sizes, finding a swimsuit with the right support can really elevate your swimwear. Many of our designs like this Dolly Longer Length Swimsuit in Teal Palm have bust support with a bust lining. This will help lift and shape, whilst also making you feel supported and covered as you swim.
Tummy Control
One of the most popular features of our swimwear is tummy control. Many of our swimsuits, like this Ava Longer Length Swimsuit in Black, have light tummy control to help give you a bit more support and confidence when donning your swimming costume.
Style
Often the style or design of a swimsuit will determine whether the overall look is flattering or not. Our Iris Longer Length Swimsuit in Blue Ombre has an eye-catching but flattering design across the tummy area which draws the eye whilst also creating a more streamlined silhouette.
Colours
You may be forgiven for thinking that black is the only flattering colour for a swimsuit. That isn’t the case. We have many colours which help our customers to feel more confident in the pool. If you aren’t ready to steer too far away from black swimsuits, why not try one of our black and white swimsuits? If you are feeling a bit braver, you could try one of our blue swimsuits or even navy swimsuits. For those who want to wear something a bit brighter but still want a flattering colour swimsuit, we’d suggest trying our Lucille Longer Length Swimsuit in Night Tropics. It really does look fantastic on.
If you still aren’t sure which of our fantastic swimming costumes will be the most flattering colour, why not order a couple of styles and colours and try them on in the comfort of your own home? We offer free delivery on all UK orders over £40 and free UK returns, so there is nothing to lose and everything to gain! Our customers love their Halocline swimsuits – just read our reviews.