Sizzling summer swimsuit tips

(NC)-Shopping for that perfect swimsuit doesn't need to feel like you are swimming in the deep end. To help you get beach-ready this summer, here are some hints to help women select the right swimsuit for their body type.

If you have a:

Large chest - look for suits with underwire, soft cups with wider straps for the best support.

Small chest - suits with detailing and pattern on top will give the illusion of a larger chest. Two-piece swimsuits are also a great way to enhance the bust area.

Full hips - try a suit with a skirt to visually even out your line. Printed tops with solid coloured bottoms also help draw the eye upward.

Tummy - look for suits that have built in tummy control and those with ruching or a crossover design to help camouflage your midsection.

Short torso - elongate your body with a bikini. Two-piece swimsuits with lower cut bottoms give the illusion of a longer torso.

Long torso - try suits that give you a balanced effect. Deeply-cut neckline, higher waisted and higher cut bottoms help make the torso appear shorter.