In the Market for a Tummy-Control Swimsuit? Here Are 21 of the Chicest Ones

It’s finally happened: Summer is in full swing and whether that means you’ll be jetting off somewhere poolside very soon, or you’re sticking around to enjoy the Great British Summer, it’s likely you’ll be needing a swimsuit at some point. From garden sunbathing to lido visits and beach days— the humble one-piece is an essential part of our summer rotation. But shopping for one can, for a number of reasons, often induce anxiety and stress. That awful changing room lighting never helps, and even if you decide to try at home, finding one that’s practical, fits perfectly on the boobs and bum and makes you feel great, is a challenge most of us women go through every few years.

It’s also (sadly) true that we probably all have our body hang-ups of some sort, which never makes the process easier. Of course, we’re all about embracing bodies exactly how they are here at Who What Wear and celebrating you for you. But, as women, we’re also aware that feeling like our best, most confident selves can sometimes be helped by exaggerating the bits of our bodies we love the most and using the wonders of fashion to flatter those areas we’re more self-conscious about.

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I, for one, am always self-conscious of my tummy area which makes swimwear shopping less than ideal. As I get further into my thirties, I’m finding myself leaning towards the appeal of a chic swimsuit more and more—but from experience the wrong fit, material or shape can make me feel even more self-conscious than a stringy bikini. The next challenge is that swimwear with technical ‘shaping’ elements like tummy control isn’t always the most appealing to look at—with most erring on the side of practical rather than sexy or stylish.

If you’re relating right now, I’m here to say don’t give up the search just yet. I’ve taken on the challenge (and spent a lot of hours scrolling) to find twenty-one of the best tummy-control swimsuits that are seriously chic at the same time. I’ve combined my research with my expertise as a stylist (and first-hand experience of trying on a lot) to pull together this edit which includes styles with the most flattering tummy-control features—from panelling and wrap detailing, to strategic belts and inner ‘shaping’ linings. Whether you’re looking for a little support or a lot, there’s a swimsuit here that you’ll not only love this summer but will continue to pull out year after year. Keep scrolling to see for yourself...

The Best Tummy-Control Swimsuits, Listed

1. Editor's Pick: HUNZA G - Domino Swimsuit, £175
2. JOHN LEWIS - Ayanna Ruched Tummy Control Swimsuit, £42
3. M&S COLLECTION - Post Surgery Tummy Control Swimsuit, £35
4. H&M - Shaping Swimsuit, £33
5. SEEA - Tofino One-Piece Surf Suit, £158
6. PANOS EMPORIO - Potenza Ruched Shaping Swimsuit, £79
7. M&S COLLECTION - Tummy Control Textured Bandeau Swimsuit, £40
8. JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS - Plain Ruched Bandeau Swimsuit, £39
9. BRAVISSIMO - Koh Samui Swimsuit, £75
10. NORMA KAMALI - Slinky Marissa One Piece, £165
11. POUR MOI - Underwired Bow Tummy Control Swimsuit, £48
12. WHISTLES - Double Strap Textured Swimsuit, £79
13. M&S GOODMOVE - Tummy Control Strappy High Neck Swimsuit, £35
14. NEW LOOK - Black Illusion Stripe Belted Swimsuit, £31
15. MIRACLESUIT - Mystique Network Swimsuit £187
16. H&M - Firm Shape Swimsuit, £28
17. BRAVISSIMO - Amalfi Swimsuit, £60
18. POUR MOI - Santa Monica Twist Front Bandeau Swimsuit, £39
19. M&S GOODMOVE - Printed Scoop Neck Swimsuit, £25
20. BRAVISSIMO - Pollenca Swimsuit, £75
21. SORBET ISLAND - Calista One-Size Swimsuit, £130

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Emily Dawes
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Emily Dawes is an editor, stylist and writer with over 12 years in the industry. Known for impeccable taste, our readers trust her advice, especially in her top-selling column, expensive-looking high street buys. Working for Who What Wear UK since 2020, Emily has been a contributing editor, branded content editor and affiliate editor. Now, as senior shopping editor, she leads the e-commerce content strategy. After obtaining a BA in English and American Studies from Nottingham University, Emily interned at The Mail on Sunday’s YOU. As the magazine’s fashion editor, she managed the fashion team and travelled the globe to style and direct fashion editorials and celebrity cover shoots. As a freelancer, she styled Grazia cover shoots, developed brand marketing and content plans and worked with VIP clients including Elizabeth Day.