Every woman's body is unique and that's part of the reason why finding the perfect bathing suit can be so challenging. What looks perfect on one woman may just not flatter another. Bikini separates are offered by many designer swimwear brands as a way to simplify bathing suit shopping and help all women get a gorgeous swimsuit that will flatter their figures.

Why Choose Bikini Separates?

Bikini separates are two piece bathing suits that are purchased separately instead of as a set. Designers who offer bikini separates create tops and bottoms in arrays of different styles, colors and patterns for mixing and matching. The most common reason for selecting bikini separates is that they allow for a more flexible fit. Many women find that they are one size on top and another size on the bottom, making bikini separates more flattering than traditional two piece swimsuit sets. Choosing separates also gives you the freedom to experiment with color blocking and pattern blocking to accentuate and slim different parts of your figure. Some women also love the one-of-a-kind appeal of bikini separates, as purchasing pieces separately makes it less likely that anyone at the beach or pool will have a suit completely identical to yours.

Options for Bikini Separates

When you begin to shop for bikini separates, you'll find that there are many different top and bottom styles from which you can choose. Among the most common top options in collections of bikini separates are underwire bras, halter tops and v-neck tops. Some collections have longer midkini and full-length tankini tops as options. These suits give you the flexibility to mix and match different tops with the same bottom for lighter packing when you're on a vacation. In terms of bottoms for bikini separates, you can find high-waisted briefs, low rise briefs, thongs and even fuller coverage options like shorts and skirts.