Swimsuit shopping is a different experience for everyone. Personally, I'm always on a mission to find bikinis that flatter a small bust and make my legs look longer. While shopping for the latter, I've realized one thing: always go with high-cut bikini bottoms.
That means the straps sit a little above your hip bones, drawing the attention upward. Even the simple curvature of a bikini bottom makes a noticeable difference. I've learned to avoid styles that cut straight across and to stick to solid or printed options like the ones ahead. If you want the illusion of longer legs, the swimsuits here will give it to you.
Not only is this Motel Leopard Print Swimsuit ($72) high-cut, but the animal print will also draw attention right to your silhouette.
Bikini bottoms that sit above your hip line, like this Monif C Cut Out Bikini Bottoms ($78), create the illusion of longer legs.
To reveal more of your legs and booty, choose a cheeky high-cut style like this one from Jaded London ($65).
Express ($35) makes a simple high-cut bikini bottom every girl should own.
There are high-cut one-pieces that work too, like this Asos Curve High Leg Plunge Swimsuit ($26) option.
The side cutouts on this Monif C ($42) can make your legs seem longer due to the ladder effect.
If you prefer traditional side-tie bikini bottoms, Dolce Vita ($58) offers a flattering style for short legs.
You can instantly see the difference between a regular bikini bottom and high-cut bottom with this Asos swimsuit ($20).
For a nautical vibe, this J.Crew Nautical Stripe One-Piece Swimsuit ($65) does the trick.
The pixel print alone on this Asos Design Bikini Bottom ($23) has us saying yes.
Stay away from heavily ruffled bikini bottoms and go for a simple perforated Melissa Odabash style ($44).
If someone ever tells you your legs look short, this Milly swimsuit ($185) offers the perfect response.