An overweight woman should have a swimsuit that fits her figure but in no way a tight one, especially if she is also petite. Probably, you should buy a swimsuit that is one size larger than your regular dress size. An overweight woman looks better in a one-piece swimsuit of deep subdued colors made with lusterless fiber. A middle length cut on thighs is preferred. An insert that drags away the belly, will work like a corset and will shape the waist. Bar cups with bones and high content of lycra (however, the fiber should not be lustrous) are necessary. Look for a swimsuit with lots of vertical details (patterns, seams), wide shoulder straps and quite a low décolleté. Full story