Fitting guide: The best swimwear for sunbathing

May 06, 2020

Fitting guide: The best swimwear for sunbathing

British summer or summer holidays, chances are you'll be catching the rays where you can. So, you'll need tan friendly swimwear - gorgeous plunge necklines, straps that are slim but still supportive and adjustable for a perfect fit.

Choose a beautiful one-piece swimsuit or show-stopping bikini. We've made both to make you feel confident and comfortable as you top up your vitamin D and soak up the rays in between showers here in the UK or in sunnier climes.

1. The Plunge Swimsuit

The shape of this beautiful swimsuit will make you feel incredible. A perfect plunging neckline and a low-cut back with slim, supportive, adjustable straps ensures maximum tanning. It's available in our three signature curve sizes with tailored levels of support and coverage in each so you'll get the perfect bit whatever your proportions. With two layers of butter soft Lycra® that's resistant to chlorine and sun cream, its also reversible so you get two swimsuits in one.

We love: Adjustable straps for the perfect fit.

Top tip: Let the straps out for sunbathing then tighten them to swim.

Deakin & Blue Plunge Swimsuit

2. The Plunge Bikini

We updated our bestselling bikini in 2024 to make the straps adjustable for an even more perfect plunging fit. The gorgeous plunge neckline and a low cut back maximising tanning potential without compromising support. Made from our favourite high stretch, breathable fabric, this bikini is a fabulous all-rounder for sun-lounger relaxation or playing in the surf. 

We love: The heat-proof metal clasp and built in bust support tailored to our three curve sizes.

Top tip: Mix and match with bikini bottoms to suit your personal style - go smaller for a cheekier cut on the bottom or size up for more coverage.

The Plunge Bikini

3. The Sweetheart Swimsuit

With its charming sweetheart neckline and slim but supportive straps for all-day-in-the-sun comfort, the Sweetheart Swimsuit brings elegance to your summer holiday. Low-cut under the arms for easy chafe-free movement, its perfect for slipping off your sun-lounger to swim some cooling lengths in the pool. Made from eco fabric that's extra resistant to sun cream, oils and chlorine.

We love: The effortless mix of sunbathing style and swimming function.

Top tip: Tuck your straps in at the sides for strapless sunbathing.

Deakin & Blue Sweetheart Swimsuit


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