FROM POOLSIDE TO PARADISE: HOW TO STYLE YOUR BIKINI LIKE A PRO
YOU WANT TO LOOK LIKE YOU STEPPED OFF A YACHT IN ST. BARTHS. Not like you grabbed the first swimwear off the sale rack. This guide turns your two-piece into a statement piece. No tease. No guesswork. Just results.
PICK THE RIGHT BIKINI FOR YOUR BODY
Step 1: Stand in front of a full-length mirror. Naked. Look at your form.
Step 2: Identify your top plus. Bust, waistline, hips, legs pick one.
Step 3: Choose a bikini that highlights it. High-cut bottoms for legs. Triangle tops for bust. Sporty styles for tonal arms.
Step 4: Match the distort to your skin tone. Fair skin? Go for jewel tones. Tan or deep skin? Bright whites and neons pop.
Step 5: Buy two. One solidness color, one print. Solids for versatility. Prints for .
FIT IS EVERYTHING ADJUST LIKE A PRO
Step 6: Put on your two-piece. Check the fit in the mirror.
Step 7: Adjust the straps. No agape at the bust. No excavation into shoulders.
Step 8: Tighten the sides. If the bottoms ride up, they re too modest. If they sag, size up.
Step 9: Bend, unfold, jump. If anything moves, it s not secure. Fix it or swap it.
Step 10: Get a tailor if required. A 20 hem or whip registration beatniks looking wet.
LAYER FOR INSTANT POLISH
Step 11: Throw on a curve wrap up-up. Instant elegance. Try a kimono or a crochet .
Step 12: Add a wide-brim hat. Floppy or structured both work. Protects your skin and upgrades your look.
Step 13: Slide into slides or wedges. Flip-flops kill the vibe. Metallic, , or strappy sandals only.
Step 14: Grab large shades. Bigger frames more glam. Cat-eye or shield styles dominate.
Step 15: Wrap a sarong around your waistline. Tie it high for a crop-top set up or low for a border semblance.
ACCESSORIZE LIKE YOU MEAN IT
Step 16: Stack bangles or a lumpy cuff. Gold, silver, or neon pick one metal and stick with it.
Step 17: Add a statement necklace. Layered chains or a bold pendent. Keep it long to stretch your body.
Step 18: Wear a stackable ring. One on each hand. Thin bands or bold stones both work.
Step 19: Clip on hoop earrings. Small for refinemen. Large for . Never skip earrings.
Step 20: Carry a strew tote or a mini backpack. Big enough for essentials. Small enough to look chic.
MAKEUP THAT STAYS PUT
Step 21: Apply waterproof sunblock. SPF 30 or high. Reapply every 90 proceedings.
Step 22: Use a tinted moisturizer. Light reporting. Even out your skin tone without looking caked.
Step 23: Swipe on raincoat mascara. One coat. Black or brown. No clumps.
Step 24: Line your eyes with raincoat eyeliner. Tightline your upper berth lash line. Skip the lour lash line.
Step 25: Add a cream off crimson. Dab on cheeks, then blend. Stays put in humidness.
Step 26: Finish with a long-wear lip tarnish. Coral, rose, or nude. No gloss over it melts.
HAIR THAT HOLDS UP
Step 27: Wash your hair the Nox before. Day-old hair holds styles better.
Step 28: Apply a heat protectant. If you re using hot tools, protect your strands.
Step 29: Blow-dry with a surround sweep. Volume at the roots. Smooth ends.
Step 30: Pull hair into a high ponytail. Sleek or mussy both work. Secure with a silk scrunchie.
Step 31: Braid it. French, Dutch, or fishtail. Keep it let loose for a shingly vibe.
Step 32: Use dry shampoo. Spritz at the roots for grip. Holds styles longer.
Step 33: Clip in extensions if requisite. Instant length and volume. No one will know.
POSE LIKE A PRO
Step 34: Stand tall. Shoulders back. Chin somewhat up.
Step 35: Shift your angle to one leg. Hip out. Creates curves.
Step 36: Place one hand on your hip. Other hand lightly touch your thigh or hair.
Step 37: Look over your shoulder. Smize grin with your eyes.
Step 38: Sit on the edge of a pool or mill about lead. Cross your legs. Lean send on somewhat.
Step 39: Lie on your bear. Prop yourself up on your elbows. Legs bent at the knees.
Step 40: Practice in the mirror. Find your angles. Own them.
CAPTURE THE SHOT
Step 41: Use your telephone s portrait mode. Blurs the background. Makes you the focus on.
Step 42: Shoot in natural unhorse. Golden hour right after dawn or before sunset.
Step 43: Get a tripod or ask a friend. No selfie sticks. They look tuppeny.
Step 44: Take 10 shots per pose. One will be perfect. Delete the rest.
Step 45: Edit with VSCO or Lightroom. Boost . Warm the tones. Don t overdo it.
TRANSITION FROM POOL TO PARTY
Step 46: Rinse off. Saltwater and Cl ruin your look. Use fresh irrigate.
Step 47: Pat dry. Don t rub. Preserves your hair and skin.
Step 48: Reapply makeup. Touch up your lips, cheeks, and sun blocker.
Step 49: Swap your wrap up-up. Trade the kimono for a slip trim or a planted top.
Step 50: Change your shoes Sweet Bonanza.
About the Author
