Swimsuits Women Actually Want to Wear by Malia Mills

By Elizabeth Monson

Swimsuit season inspires two emotions: excitement and fear. Yes, all winter we dream of escaping off to sandy beaches in exotic locations, but as soon as the time arrives; it drives fear into the hearts of women everywhere. No matter how flabby or fit, self-conscious or brazen, the thought of trying on swimsuits makes us all cringe. We at The Beauty Bean say it’s high time to shed that stigma and embrace warm weather for everything it embodies, bathing suits and all.

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One woman who makes it a little (and by a little we mean a lot) easier to embrace that goal is Malia Mills. Mills launched her swimwear line in 1992 based on superior fit and fashion, with the goal of inspiring women to feel fabulous and beautiful in their own skin. Her wide range features a variety of shapes and styles in different fabrics made to fit any woman’s body. Supportive straps and seductive shirring help show off curves (or lack there of) in all the right ways, while keeping in mind that every woman has special needs.

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Her collection features tops, bottoms, tankinis, one-pieces, bridal, and girls’ suits, for the ultimate mix and match experience. Perfect for women who struggle with needing a different size on the top and the bottom, you can choose whichever combination makes you feel the most comfortable and glam. Malia Mills also supports, quite literally, women with larger chests. Sizes on tops range from A to E with traditional bra styles, bandeaus, halters and wire cups. Most of her materials are sourced in Europe with the actual pieces manufactured in New York, for the best quality garments available.

Do you dress for your mood?

Some of our favorite combinations are the classic Bralette top with the Glamour Girl bottoms or the quirky retro Majorette shorts with the feminine Pleated Flirt top.

Malia Mills Swimwear, $125-175, Maliamills.com

Another great place for swimwear for your body type: SwimSpot.com, where you can be a virtual stylist and build your own signature swim look (all from the comfort of your computer!). Also, Swimdresses from www.swimwearforme.com offer a poolside look for multiple body types.