Swimwear how to measure guide

Swimwear fabrics are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

The fabrics are now designed to be water repellent, fade and chlorine resistant, and fast drying. The swimsuits themselves are designed to offer comfort and support to the wearer, no matter what shape they are.

Larger cup sizes for the fuller figured women, body shaping, tummy control and adjustable straps are all on offer to make it easier for you to take the plunge.

SWIMWEAR SIZE GUIDE: TIPS FOR WOMEN

Buy the correct-sized bathing suit, no matter what your figure type may be.

Choose swimsuits with skirts or swim shorts if you need extra coverage in that area.

Draw attention to your best assets. Draw attention upward by buying a suit with a print top and solid bottom.

Slim the line of your body with solid, dark-coloured swimsuits if you are full figured.

You can always choose classic black suits, but consider maroon, hunter green or navy suits for the same effect. Be aware that prints and pastels can make you look larger.

Purchase swim suits with low-cut legs to de-emphasise large hips. You can choose either a two-piece or a one-piece suit of this style that will complement your figure type.

Try a bathing suit with cut-out sides if you are thick waisted. These suits serve to make the waist appear smaller.

Wear horizontal-striped bathing suits and tankinis if you have a long torso.

Conversely, vertical-striped, solid, one-piece suits will help you disguise a short torso.

SPEEDO SIZE GUIDE - WOMENS

Speedo Size	UK Dress Size	Bust	Waist	Hip
30	6	31-32.5" / 79-83cm	24-25,5" / 61-65cm	34-35.5" / 86-90cm
32	8	33-34" / 84-87cm	26-27" / 66-69cm	36-37" / 91-94cm
34	10	34.5-36" / 88-92cm	27.5-29" / 70-74cm	37.5-39" / 95-99cm
36	12	36.5-38.5" / 93-98cm	29.5-31.5" / 75-80cm	39.5-41-5" / 100-105cm
38-40	14-16	39-42" / 99-108cm	32-35" / 82cm	42-45" / 106-115cm
42	18	42.5-45.5" / 109-113cm	35.5-38.5" / 91-95cm	45.5-48.5" / 116-120cm
44-46	20-22	46-49" / 114-123cm	39-42" / 96-105cm	49-52" / 121-131cm

SPEEDO SIZE GUIDE - MEN

Speedo Size	Waist (inches/cm)	Hip (inches/cm)
24	24" / 60cm	29.5" / 74.5cm
26	26" / 65cm	31.5" / 79.5cm
28	28" / 70cm	33.5" / 84.5cm
30	30" / 75cm	36.5" / 89.5cm
32	32" / 80cm	37.5" / 94.5cm
34	34" / 85cm	39.5" / 99.5cm
36	36" / 90cm	41.5" / 104.5cm
38	38" / 95cm	43.5" / 109.5cm
40	40" / 100cm	45.5" / 114.5cm
42	42" / 105cm	47.5" / 119.5cm
44	44" / 110cm	49.5" / 124.5cm

SPEEDO SIZE GUIDE - MENS SHORTS

Speedo Size	Waist (inches/cm)	Hip (inches/cm)
XXS	28" / 70cm	33.5" / 84.5cm
XS	30" / 75cm	35.5" / 89.5cm
S	32" / 80cm	37.5" / 94.5cm
M	30" / 85cm	39.5" / 99.5cm
L	32" / 90cm	41.5" / 104.5cm
XL	34" / 95cm	43.5" / 109.5cm
XXL	36" / 100cm	45.5" / 114.5cm
XXXL	38" / 105cm	47.5" / 119.5cm

SPEEDO SIZE GUIDE -BOY'S

	Approx. Age	Height	Chest	Waist	Hips	Speedo Size
Inch Cm	4-5 yrs	41" 104cm	21.5" 54.5cm	21" 53.5cm	23.5" 60cm	22
Inch Cm	5-6 yrs	46" 116cm	23.5" 60cm	23" 58cm	25.5" 65cm	24
Inch Cm	7-8 yrs	50" 128cm	25.5" 65.5cm	24" 61.5cm	27.5" 70cm	26
Inch Cm	9-10 yrs	55" 140cm	28" 71cm	26" 66cm	29.5" 75cm	28
Inch Cm	11-12 yrs	60" 152cm	30.5" 78cm	28" 71cm	32" 81.5cm	30
Inch Cm	13-14 yrs	64.5" 164cm	33" 84cm	30" 76cm	34.5" 88cm	32
Inch Cm	15-16 yrs	69" 176cm	36" 91cm	32" 81cm	37" 94.5cm	34

SPEEDO SIZE GUIDE - GIRL'S

	Approx. Age	Height	Chest	Waist	Hips	Speedo Size
Inch Cm	4-5 yrs	41" 104cm	22" 55.5cm	21" 53cm	23" 58cm	22
Inch Cm	5-6 yrs	45.5" 116cm	24" 61cm	22" 56cm	25" 64cm	24
Inch Cm	7-8 yrs	50.5" 128cm	26" 66.5cm	23" 59cm	27.5" 70cm	26
Inch Cm	9-10 yrs	55" 140cm	28.5" 72cm	24.5" 62cm	30" 76cm	28
Inch Cm	11-12 yrs	60" 152cm	30.5" 77.5cm	25.5" 65cm	33" 84cm	30
Inch Cm	13 - 14 yrs	64.5" 164cm	33" 84cm	27" 69cm	35.5" 90cm	32
Inch Cm	15 - 16 yrs	69" 176cm	36.5" 90.5cm	29" 73cm	38" 96cm	34