Bustier Beach Babes, We Just Found Your Perfect Bikini Top

By Stephanie Nguyen
POPSUGAR Photography | Sheila Gim

If you're a D cup or higher, you know firsthand how hard it is to find a bikini top that both flatters and supports your bust. Luckily, we've got a few tips to help you find your perfect match — without skimping on style. Aside from seeking out a top that comes in bra sizing (complete with cup letter and band number), your cleavage will benefit from flattering design details in the straps, neckline, and silhouette. So whether you're planning to trade Winter for a beachside retreat or gearing up early for Summer by the pool, ahead are three on-trend bikini tops (and bottoms to match) that will enhance everything you've got.

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Seek out cross-back straps and a defined neckline
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Seek out cross-back straps and a defined neckline

With a bigger bust, it's important to be mindful of things like halter straps, which seem like they're supportive but can lead to neck pain, and bandeau or tube styles, which can result in the dreaded uniboob effect. Avoid both and opt for a strappy, plunge bikini top that features adjustable, double cross-back straps to help take the pressure off your neck and a plunging neckline to help define and separate.

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Try a retro cut
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Try a retro cut

Retro-inspired design elements, like a sweetheart neckline or a longline silhouette, are extremely flattering on fuller busts. A bustier-style top will highlight your curves, while the molded cups, underwire, and adjustable racerback will provide extra support. Between the macramé detail and the gold-foiling, this suit proves you don't have to be an A cup to rock trendy styles.

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Look for thick straps
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Look for thick straps

If you just can't part with halter straps, try a classic bikini top with thicker straps and a wide side and back band to hold you in. While it's best to avoid decorative details like ruffles, bows, and fringe since they add extra volume, wearing a top with laser-cut detailing will allow you to explore on-trend embellishments while remaining sleek and streamlined up top.



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Look for thick straps
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