What Swimsuit to Wear If You Are Apple Shaped (Outfit Ideas)
Short answer: If you are apple shaped, choose a swimsuit with a V-neck or wrap front, side ruching and a little structure at the bust. Ruched one-pieces, longer tankinis and swim dresses skim the midsection and show off your shoulders, bust and legs.
Apple shapes tend to carry weight through the middle and have great legs, shoulders and bust. The right suit gathers softly over the tummy and draws the eye upward or down the leg. Here are ten outfit ideas built around suits we sell, each with shoes, layers and accessories.
Wrap V-Neck One-Piece with Underwire Support
Our Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Underwire has a wrap-style V-neckline, wide shoulder straps and a structured bust. Gathered ruching runs across the bust and midsection in a blue and teal tropical leaf print. Throw an open white linen shirt over it, add tan leather slides, a straw tote and tortoiseshell sunglasses. The V lengthens your torso, and the print keeps the look relaxed and easy for a day at the beach.
Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Underwire · Teal Leaf Print · $89
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Classic Black Ruched One-Piece for Everyday Pool Days
The Padded Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching is a solid black V-neck with thin spaghetti straps and gathered ruching down both sides. It is a full-coverage cut with a scooped back. Pair it with a sarong in coral or turquoise, flat woven sandals and gold hoops. A wide-brim hat finishes it. Black with side ruching is a quiet, slimming base, so you can change the accessories all summer.
Padded Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching · Orange Red · $79
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Wrap-Front One-Piece with Leopard Color Blocks
The V Neck Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit has crossover ruched panels across the torso in black with leopard-print color blocks. Wide shoulder straps and a full-coverage bodice make it comfortable to move in. Wear it with a camel kimono, black slide sandals and chunky gold earrings for a poolside lunch. The diagonal wrap lines pull the eye across and up, away from the middle.
V Neck Wrap Front Tummy Control Swimsuit · Black Leopard · $89
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Retro V-Neck One-Piece with Short Sleeves
Our V Neck Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit is black with white contrast piping at the V neckline, short sleeves with white cuffs and a small gold button at the bust. Ruched side panels run across the tummy, and the leg cut is moderate. Try red lipstick, cat-eye sunglasses, white espadrille wedges and a striped canvas bag. It has a polished, vintage look, and the sleeves cover the upper arms if you want that.
V Neck Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit · Gray · $79
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Halter One-Piece with a Mesh Overlay and Skirted Hem
The Halter Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit comes in navy with a sheer mesh overlay on the bodice and a gold U-shaped bar at the neckline. A side drawstring adjusts the ruching, and the short skirt-style hem smooths over the tummy. Style it with a white cotton cover-up, gold sandals and a woven clutch. The halter shows off your shoulders, which are often an apple shape's best feature.
Halter Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit · Blue · $79
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Black Swim Dress with White Trim
Our Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts and Skirt is a black one-piece with white binding at the neckline, straps and hem. It has a scoop neckline, a racer-style back, a ruched midsection and a flared mini skirt with a small side slit. Wear it with white canvas sneakers and a crossbody bag for a boardwalk stroll, or add sandals and a bucket hat. The skirt skims the tummy without clinging.
Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts and Skirt · Black with White Trim · $89
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Halter Swim Dress with a Mesh V Plunge
The V Neck Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts has a halter-style high neckline with a sheer mesh V-shaped panel at the chest. The bodice and waist are gathered, and an A-line skirt sits over built-in shorts. Wear it with metallic flip-flops, a slim belt bag and a loose linen scarf in your hair. The A-line shape gives movement for swimming, and the V keeps the focus on your neckline.
V Neck Tummy Control Swim Dress with Built in Shorts · Red · $89
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Striped Swim Dress with a Banded Waist
Our Padded Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit is a sleeveless swim dress in black and white vertical stripes. It has a deep V neckline, a fitted banded waist and a full flared skirt that covers the tummy and hips. The back is open with thin crisscross straps. Pair it with a red sun hat, black sandals and a red tote. The vertical stripes lengthen the line, and the fuller skirt moves nicely when you walk.
Padded Plus Size Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit · Black and White Stripe · $99
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Long-Sleeve Zip One-Piece for Sun and Surf
The Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Sleeves is a black long-sleeve suit in a sporty rash-guard style. It has a front zipper, a V or round neckline, white side stripes and a boyshort-style leg. Wear it with quick-dry sandals, a visor and a waterproof sling bag for paddleboarding or a family beach day. Smooth stretch swim fabric and full sleeves give you coverage when you want to stay active.
Tummy Control One Piece Swimsuit with Ruching and Sleeves · Black, Short Sleeve · $69
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Black Twist-Front Tankini with Boy Shorts
Our Ruched Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts is a black halter V-neck top with a front twist, side ruching and drawstring ties at the hem. It comes with matching black boyshorts. The longer top covers the tummy, and the drawstrings let you adjust the length. Wear it with a denim shirt tied at the waist, white sneakers and a canvas tote. You can also swap in a different bottom for a mix-and-match look.
Ruched Tummy Control Tankini with Boy Shorts · Black · $79
See the swimsuitWhat to Look for in an Apple Shape Swimsuit
Start with the neckline. A V-neck, wrap front or halter draws the eye up and gives the torso a longer line. Next, look for ruching at the sides or across the midsection, since gathers skim the tummy without clinging. A bit of structure at the bust balances the middle. Skirted hems and longer tankini tops add coverage if you want it. Dark solids and vertical stripes are easy choices. A bold print also works because it breaks up the surface.
Getting the Fit Right
Check our size chart and measure your bust, waist and hips before you order. If you are between sizes, think about where you want the most room. Ruched suits stretch to follow your shape, and drawstring styles let you fine-tune the gathering. Swim dresses and tankinis give you extra length for a longer torso. If the fit is not right, email us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Return shipping is free.
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Questions, answered
Is a tankini or a one-piece better for an apple shape?
Both can work. A one-piece with side ruching gives smooth, continuous coverage. A tankini with a longer, fitted top and boy shorts covers the tummy and is easy to mix and match.
Should I pick a print or a solid color?
Either one is fine. Solid black with ruching is the most streamlined option. Prints like tropical leaves or leopard blocks soften the midsection and add some fun. Vertical stripes lengthen the torso.
What if my suit does not fit when it arrives?
Shipping to the US is free and takes 7 to 14 business days. If the fit is not right or you change your mind, email us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Return shipping is free.