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5-Star Swimsuits
Forget 5-star hotels, it’s all about 5-star swimwear. These top-rated swimsuits have been given rave reviews by customers – get them before they go.
The flights, villa and car hire are booked, now it’s time for the dreaded swimsuit search. But the phrase ‘swimwear shopping’ is enough to strike fear into the heart of even the most battle-hardened fashionista. Even though you can order online and try them all on in the comfort of your own home (not the unflattering high street store changing room), these skimpy bits of Lycra still force us to confront our bodies like nothing else.
Despite the long, often stressful search to find ‘the one’, there’s no feeling quite like slipping on your perfect swimsuit that makes you feel a million dollars – so it’s worth getting it right. But let’s face it, swimwear shopping is an absolute chore and if your busy life is anything like mine, it’s hard to find the time and energy to try lots of swimming costumes on. Which is why I cheat.
I filter the hundreds of swimsuit options on websites by clicking the ‘sort by review ratings’ button. I always select ‘4+ star’, so I’m left with only the crème de la crème of cossies that have been bought and reviewed by customers (sometimes hundreds). All the hard work has been done for you. It’s a stylish shortcut for stress-free swimsuit shopping, and a quick glance through the reviews also helps me decide which size to buy (I usually have to up-size to get full butt coverage).
So, if you love the beach but hate swimsuit shopping and you’ve been putting it off, I’ve selected 12 A-grade swimsuits and their sensational 5* reviews below causing a splash this summer. These figure-flattering styles all have an average customer rating of 4 or 5 stars. With such rave reviews, they won’t be there for long. Get them before they go!
Best 5 star swimsuits
One review said: “This suit fits well. It’s a flattering shape and good quality material. I liked it so much I bought a second one in a different colour!”
One review said: “I'm 5'7, 130lbs and pear-shaped. I ordered the 8 Long and it fits PERFECT! It’s so flattering and I had tons of compliments! The colours are bright and the quality is amazing; I’m buying another one.”
One review said: “Colourful and is supportive across the bust.”
Online reviews said: “Bought for a holiday and wore it every day!”
“Amazing fit and colour, can’t fault it.”
“I just wish it came in different colours so I could order more.”
One review said: “Bought after seeing all the great reviews. Totally worth it! Love the compressive material, stays put NO PROBLEM. Very flattering. I want one in every colour!”
One review said: “It’s rare for a woman to love how she looks in a swimming costume but wow!!!!! At £40, it’s more than I would normally spend but worth it! Such a brilliant design and I actually had to go down a size due to the robust sucking-in element in the body and really good structured bra top element.”
Online reviews said: “I finally invested in a fitted swimming costume… wow what a difference, totally worth the money. The fit is perfect and I feel great in it!”
“Fits perfectly! Being a size 10 with an H cup is difficult, but Bravissimo you never disappoint!!”
Online reviews said: “Very flattering and good coverage around the derriere.”
“Great swimsuit. Fits well, true to size with adjustable straps. Think the design is flattering, looking forward to wearing on my upcoming holiday.”
One review said: “Loved the cut and feel of this swimsuit. Handy that the straps are detachable so no tan lines. The shape at the top is very flattering and I felt really confident wearing it. Would highly recommend.”
Online reviews said: “This swimsuit is so flattering. Good material, good design. I completely understand the reviews I’ve seen.”
“Stunning-looking swimsuit that actually looks better when I tried it on. Very elegant and gives a great shape to my body. Absolutely adore it. Money well spent.”
One review said: “This is an amazing swimsuit, it’s so stylish and flattering. When I bought it, I thought it was a bit expensive, but it’s worth every penny because of the cut and the quality. I’m chuffed to bits with it and can’t wait to wear it.”
One review said: “Great design and style. Looks very classy and elegant. True to size. Very comfortable and flattering.”
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