Summer is almost here, and that means sun, sea and scrambling to find something cute to wear around the pool on our hols (or sunbathing in the garden). Enter the best tummy control swimwear, your secret weapon for looking fab and feeling even better while you’re sipping cocktails on a sun lounger and taking a dip in the sea. Forget doing a panic-fuelled dash to the department stores or endless nights scrolling to find one, though, we’ve found a fantastic selection of tummy control swimsuits you can shop right here, so you can tick one thing off the holiday checklist. The best part is that you can order them and try them on in the comfort of your own home, minus the dodgy changing room lighting.
If you’re not feeling totally beach-body ready, no stress. We think every body is a beach body, but we get that everyone has their body hang-ups. And if yours is your tum, that’s where these tummy control swimsuits come in. They’re designed to smooth and support your body and boost your confidence at the same time.
Closer's best tummy control swimwear, at a glance...
So, how does tummy control swimwear work exactly? And what makes them different to regular swimsuits? Well, think of tummy control swimwear as a type of shapewear for the sea (or pool). They’re designed with hidden mesh panels, clever cuts and fabrics that gently sculpt your waist without suffocating your style so you can feel your best whenever you hit the beach.
With our pick of the best tummy control swimwear, you can get ready to sunbathe or have a cheeky swim on your upcoming vacation in style. These picks prove that tummy control can be flattering and fashionable, so you can say goodbye to boring swimming costumes and hello to fun prints and bold colours.
How we chose the best tummy control swimwear
At Closer, we selected the best tummy control swimwear, taking budget, design, customer reviews and serious compression power into consideration. We considered a variety of price points, reviewer recommendations, and stylish, figure-flattering designs that tick all of the boxes when you're looking for a tummy control piece - more namely, ruching, control panels, and cleverly placed contouring seams.
SHOP: Best tummy control swimwear UK
1.
Cupshe Women's One Piece Tummy Control Swimsuit
Best highly rated tummy control swimwear
CupsheAs one of the highest-rated swimwear items on Amazon, we just had to include this Cupshe One Piece Tummy Control Swimsuit. Thousands of reviewers had their confidence restored with its flattering design and level of support with light tummy control and ruching around the midriff. With a deep plunge neckline and ruffled details, we love that there are also endless colours to choose from.
Pros
- We love the fact there are 29 designs to choose from
- Reviewers loved how figure flattering it was
- Has a supportive bust despite being plunge neckline
Cons
- Plunging neckline may be too low for everyone's tastes
| Sizes: | XS - XXL |
| Material: | 80% Chinlon, 20% Spandex |
| Colours: | 29 colours and designs |
2.
Next Bright Fruit/Tropical Print Shaping Tummy Control Swimsuit
Best tummy control swimsuit for holidays
Nextwww.next.co.uk
The perfect choice for your next vacay, this Next Shaping Tummy Control Swimsuit is making waves with its vibrant tropical print. Reviewers rave about its flattering fit, especially praising its firm tummy support and flattering wrap neckline. As well as loving how this swimsuit holds everything in place, customers also appreciate the comfy fit of this cozzie and that the straps are adjustable too. Whether you're relaxing by the pool or catching rays at the beach, this swimsuit will have you feeling fabulous.
Pros
- Comes in a range of sizes from UK6-26 and in regular and tall lengths
- The pattern is perfect for holidays
- Adjustable straps to make the fit more comfortable for you
Cons
- Depsite being made in regular and tall lengths, it isn't available in a petite length
| Sizes: | UK6-UK26, regular and tall lengths |
| Material: | Main 85% Recycled polyester, 15% LYCRA XTRA LIFE elastane. Lining 92% Recycled polyester, 8% Elastane. Mesh 88% Nylon, 12% Elastane. |
| Colours: | Black, Black Lace, Clack/Cream Dalmatian, Bright Fruit/Tropical Print, Coral Pink Lace, Cream Floral, Green, Khaki Green, Navy, Navy/White Fan Print, Rose Pink Ditsy Floral, White Floral Lace |
www.next.co.uk
3.
Marks & Spencer 360 Tummy Control Plunge Swimsuit
Best bestselling tummy control swimwear
Marks & Spencerwww.marksandspencer.com
Did you know Marks & Spencer sells a tummy control swimsuit every two minutes? This Tummy Control Ruched Plunge Swimsuit is the site bestseller, coming in black, white, raspberry and bright green. We love the inclusive range of sizes and the Magic 360 Tummy Control technology that really pulls you in. One reviewer described it as having 'the right amount of control', allowing you to feel comfortable but never restricted.
Pros
- Has built-in Magic 360 Tummy Control technology to sculpt your figure
- Comes with Sun Smart UPF50+ to protect against UV rays
- We love its inclusive range of sizes
Cons
- Has a high leg cut which some may not prefer
| Sizes: | UK8 - UK24, regular and long |
| Material: | Body: 83% polyamide, 17% elastane (exclusive of trimmings), Lining: 100% polyester, Mesh: 87% polyamide, 13% elastane, Padding: 100% polyurethane |
| Colours: | Black, white, raspberry and bright green |
www.marksandspencer.com
4.
Pour Moi High Line Striped V-Neck Swimsuit
Best waist defining tummy control swimwear
Marks & Spencerwww.pourmoi.co.uk
Cleverly positioned stripes and block colours draw your eye in to the waist, making the Pour Moi High Line Striped V-Neck Swimsuit fabulous shape enhancing tummy control swimwear. This swimsuit really helps to add some definition to your waist. One reviewer revealed, 'Looks really stylish and helps to shape and sculpt - especially around the stomach area,' which is everything we could ever want from tummy control swimwear. Result.
Pros
- We love the flattering stripe pattern and solid block colour around the waist
- Reviewers loved its sculpting abilities around the tummy
- Has a built-in control panel around the midriff
Cons
- May need to go up a size according to reviews
| Sizes: | UK8 - UK16 |
| Material: | 80% nylon, 15% elastane and 5% polyester |
| Colours: | Black and white stripe, navy and white stripe |
www.pourmoi.co.uk
5.
Matalan Black Tummy Control Wrap Front Swimsuit
Best budget tummy control swimwear
matalanwww.matalan.co.uk
The most affordable option on our list - sometimes you can't get better than a black swimsuit. It's simple, sultry and stunning. The Black Tummy Control Wrap Front Swimsuit from Matalan is designed with clever shapewear technology, and ruched tummy control panelling streamlining your figure. Reviewers praised its flattering tummy control and ruching detail, as well as the shape and support around the bust.
Pros
- A fantastic budget option, the cheapest on our list
- We love the supportive wrap-over bust detail
- Comes in a range of inclusive sizes
Cons
- May come up short on taller women
| Sizes: | UK10 - UK22 |
| Material: | Shell: 87% Polyamide 13% Elastane. Lining Soft Cups: 100% Polyester. Mesh Lining: 90% Polyamide 10% Elastane |
| Colours: | Black |
www.matalan.co.uk
6.
New Look Black Tummy Control Texture Polka Dot Belted Swimsuit
Best waist defining tummy control swimsuit
New Lookwww.newlook.com
The New Look Black Tummy Control Texture Polka Dot Belted Swimsuit will be your new go-to for playside chic this summer. The textured polka dot fabric, frilly trims, and waist-cinching belt give this swimsuit a vintage vibe, while the power mesh lining offers tummy control for a flattering fit. Wide straps and a V-neckline add comfort and style, making it perfect for lounging or splashing about.
Pros
- Belted waist and built-in tummy control cinch you in just right
- We love the cute retro vibe of this swimsuit
- Flattering v-neckline
Cons
- The belt is fixed and the straps aren't adjustable which might make it harder to get the perfect fit
| Sizes: | UK6-UK16 |
| Material: | Shell: 87% Polyamide, 13% Elastane. Lining: 100% Recycled Polyester. |
| Colours: | Black Polka Dot |
www.newlook.com
7.
YOURS Curve Black Leopard Print Contrast Strap Ruched Swimsuit
Best plus size tummy control swimsuit
Yours Clothingwww.yoursclothing.co.uk
This is a swimsuit for the plus-size girlies. Quick-drying, sun-protective and chlorine-resistant, you'll be reaching for the YOURS Curve Black Leopard Print Contrast Strap Ruched Swimsuit all summer long. The power mesh across the middle smooths your tummy, the built-in cups give you comfy bust support, and the drawstring sides let you show as much (or as little) leg and bum as you like. We're just wild about the leopard print, too.
Pros
- Built-in cups for bust support
- Drawstring sides for adjustable leg/bum coverage
- Sun-protective and chlorine-resistant so you can wear it in the pool without worrying about damage
Cons
- The straps are quite thick so will leave more of a tan line
| Sizes: | UK14-UK30-32 |
| Material: | 85% polyester, 15% elastane |
| Colours: | Leopard print |
www.yoursclothing.co.uk
8.
H&M Light Green And White Striped Shaping Swimsuit
Best shaping tummy control swimwear
H&Mwww2.hm.com
Finally, there's H&M's Shaping Swimsuit with hundreds of glowing reviews. According to reviewers, it won't disappoint. This sculpting swimsuit has a shaping effect around the waist due to its compression fit, with a customer claiming 'it holds you in, in all the right places'. It also comes in a sultry, classic black, which will have your confidence practically skyrocketing this summer.
Pros
- Has an extra-tight fit that has a shaping effect on the waist
- Reviewers loved its flattering fit and how confident it made them feel
- Comes in a range of inclusive sizes
Cons
- May need to go up a size according to reviews
| Sizes: | UK6 - UK22 |
| Material: | Shell: Polyamide 82%, Elastane 18%. Lining: Polyester 88%, Elastane 12% |
| Colours: | Green and white striped, black |
www2.hm.com
FAQs
What does tummy control swimsuit do?
Just as you'd expect, the beauty of tummy control is that it gives your midsection extra support and shaping to help you feel your most comfortable, as well as being seriously flattering. The built-in shapewear panels typically feature a firm fabric like spandex or Lycra to really help smooth out your tummy. You can also find some swimsuits with ruching and strategic seams that help accentuate your waist for a contoured shape.
What is a shapewear swimsuit, and how does it work?
A shapewear swimsuit is a specialised type of swimwear designed to provide extra support and shaping to the body while you're at the beach or by the pool. It typically features compression fabrics and strategically placed panels to target specific areas like the tummy, just liketummy control shapewear.These swimsuits work by gently compressing and smoothing out certain areas, creating a slimmer and more contoured appearance. Some also have built-in underwire or padding for additional support and shaping of the bust.Strapless shapewearis (as you can imagine) shapewear without the straps - which is an alternate option that you might prefer.
What features should I look for in tummy control swimwear?
When looking for tummy control swimwear, you want it to actually get the job done. But what are the features that tick all of the boxes? Tummy control panels are, obviously, an excellent place to start. These are often made from spandex, Lycra or layered powermesh that give the swimwear its shaping abilities. Other features include cleverly positioned ruching or contouring seams to flatter areas around the stomach, with some seams also offering a level of support. A good indicator of whether the tummy control swimwear you're looking at works or not is taking to reviews to see what customers had to say.
Where else can I buy shapewear swimwear?
As well as the options on our list, there are a wide array of SKIMS dupes and Spanx dupes out there, because who doesn't love a cheaper alternative? But, celebs have also jumped on the trend to bring their expertise to the subject with the real deal. For example, Kim K has released aSKIMS swimwear collection - and we may or may not be slightly obsessed. The sought-after collection includes swimsuits, bikinis and coverups, with some of the swimwear pieces featuring the famous SKIMS contouring that we all know and love.
Ruby Barryis a Product Writer for Closer, specialising in fashion and beauty. The team has nicknamed her “dupe queen”, as there’s not a product in the world she can’t find a cheaper alternative for.
Rosie Floydis a Senior Commercial Content Writer for Closer. In this role, she specialises in home appliances, décor, and furnishings, as well as a touch of beauty and fashion. When she's not tapping away at her laptop, she can usually be found with a dog on her lap, watching the Mamma Mia films on repeat, singing along to 90s and 00s pop, or endlessly scrolling Instagram and TikTok.