The Most Flattering Swimsuit Print Comes in All Colors and Styles

Updated on 6/10/2017 at 8:00 AM

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You've probably heard about the debate on what types of stripes — vertical or horizontal — makes you look slimmer. While the research out there is a mixed bag, we're betting our money on vertical stripes. The print draws your eyes up and down, making you appear taller, and it doesn't highlight your widest points.

Keeping in mind this little detail, we turned our attention to vertical striped swimsuits. It's the one classic print that's never hurt our style, whether we go with a bandeau bikini or multicolored one-piece. If you're looking for the most flattering print ever, go ahead and scoop up one of the striped swimsuits below.

Stella McCartney Calypso Striped Bikini Bottoms

Contrasting waistbands on this Stella McCartney striped bikini bottoms ($95) frames the narrowest point of your figure.

Stella McCartney Calypso striped bikini bottoms

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$95

Solid & Striped Brigitte Bikini Top

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this Solid & Striped ($88) candy cane print top.

Solid & Striped The Brigitte Bikini Top

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$88

OndadeMar Bandeau Swimsuit

Embroidery details separate this strapless swimsuit by OndadeMar ($116) from the rest.

OndadeMar Miranda Ciranda Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit

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$165

Jonathan Simkhai Halter Snap Front Swimsuit

This Jonathan Simkhai swimsuit ($365) features side-slimming piping details and cutouts.

Jonathan Simkhai Halter Snap Front Swimsuit

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$365

Tory Burch Feliz Stripe One Piece

You can easily wear this multicolor Tory Burch stripe one piece ($151) as a bodysuit.

Tory Burch Feliz Stripe One Piece

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$215

Made by Dawn High-Waist Bikini Briefs

Stand out at the beach in Made by Dawn's ruffle bikini briefs ($122).

MADE BY DAWN High-waist bikini briefs

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$122

Asos Mix and Match Seersucker Stripe Longline Bikini Top

A bustier style bandeau top from Asos ($8) is perfect for small-chested gals.

Asos Mix and Match Seersucker Stripe Longline Bikini Top

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$28

SKYE & staghorn Turkish Plunge One Piece

A bit nautical and a whole lot of sexy, SKYE & staghorn's ($220) swimsuit has a plunging neckline to show off everything.

SKYE & staghorn Turkish Plunge One Piece

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$220

Mara Hoffman Striped Swimsuit

A play on vertical stripes, Mara Hoffman's wavy ($225) one-piece was inspired by the pattern on beach balls.

Mara Hoffman Striped Swimsuit - Pink

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$225

Vince Camuto Striped One-Piece Swimsuit

We've fallen in love with this black-and-white striped Vince Camuto ($80) one-piece.

Vince Camuto Striped One-piece Swimsuit

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$110

Tommy Hilfiger Speedy Stripe High Neck Crop Bikini Top

For a little more coverage on top, scoop up Tommy Hilfiger's high-neck crop bikini ($45).

Tommy Hilfiger Speedy Stripe High Neck Crop Bikini Top Women's Swimwear

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$62

Norma Kamali Racer Mio Striped Swimsuit

If you prefer a racerback style swimsuit, check out this Norma Kamali option ($200).

Norma Kamali Racer Mio Striped Swimsuit - Black

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$200

La Perla Balconette bikini top

Ahoy Matey! Slip on this La Perla balconette bikini top ($106) before your next boating adventure.

SAILOR STRIPES Balconette bikini top

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$294

Solid & Striped Vertical One Piece

When the brand is named Solid & Striped ($168), you bet they have the most striped swimsuit selections available.

Solid & Striped Vertical One-Piece Swimsuit

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$168