The best swimsuits for women over 50, according to style experts

Material: 80% nylon, 20% spandex | Design details: Tummy control, lace-up back | Silhouette: One-piece, high neck | Sizes: XS-XXL | Color options: Black, green, orange, purple, blue, blue-black two-tone, green-black two-tone, pink-black two-tone, red, turquoise, navy floral, blue floral, white floral

This popular number is expert- and shopper-approved. Over-50 style influencer Dana Marie listed Cupshe as one of her favorite swimsuit brands, thanks to its stylish designs and supportive details. This top-selling option has ruching around the midsection to smooth out any lumps and bumps and removable padded cups for extra shaping. Also, it’s fully adjustable at the back, to help you easily find your perfect fit. One five-star reviewer raved, “After three children and some weight gain I am self-conscious in a swimsuit, so my friend recommended this one. I have to say that it gives me a confidence boost. It runs true to size and provides a flattering fit on both mine and my friend’s body frames (that are very different).” Plus, it’s super affordable at under $40.

Material: 78% recycled polyamide, 22% elastane | Design details: Full bottom coverage, no top padding, back cutout | Silhouette: One-piece, one shoulder | Sizes: 0-24 | Color options: Seaweed, seaglass and white sand; sky blue, mountain and white sand; white sand; olive; lava, hibiscus and white sand; deep sea; sea urchin; deep sea, hydrangea and white sand; spritz, strawberry and white sand; floral fête; vintage floral and sea urchin; preppy petals in hydrangea and pink; blue isle

There are 18 styles to choose from. This popular Summersalt one-piece made style expert Joseph Katz’s list of faves because of its “sexy cutout on the back and built-in slimming detail.” The suit uses diagonal seaming, and the brand’s signature compression fabric keeps everything in place. It is size-inclusive, ranging from 0 to 24, is super supportive at the bust without using any added cups or padding, and has full coverage at the rear. The company even has options for classic sizing or women with longer torsos. Thousands of shoppers are fans and love how flattering it is and the fact that they never have to adjust the suit when wearing it.

Material: 82% recycled nylon, 18% elastane; 92% polyester, 8% elastic lining | Design details: Full-coverage bottom, high-coverage back, low-cut leg, removable padding | Silhouette: One-piece, V-neck | Sizes: 0-24 classic torso, 0-16 long torso | Color options: Fuchsia, navy, black, lemon, wildfire, warm chimney, cerise, iris, papaya, safari, sail blue

This sleek J.Crew suit is a bestseller for a reason! Katz loves this stylish one-piece “for the ruching detail, its slimming effects and very sexy plunging V-neck.” The suit ranges in size from 0 to 24 and even comes in a long-torso version. Along with being machine washable, this full-coverage suit also has built-in UPF 50 sun protection. Even better, it is made with recycled materials — so you can feel good about your purchase. As an added bonus, this suit is currently marked down in several colors. Like many swimsuits on the list, these are also getting the end-of-summer markdown, so be sure to shop while they’re still available.

Material: 88% Lycra, 12% Lycra elastane | Design details: Knit-like fabric, stretch fit | Silhouette: One-piece, scoop neck | Sizes: One size | Color options: Black, white, metallic cocoa, metallic denim, bubblegum, metallic raspberry, metallic moss/white, red/white

You can never go wrong with a classic black one-piece. Afterpay brand ambassador Zanna Roberts Rassi is a fan of this minimal maillot as it’s stretchy yet sculpting. Like all of Hunza G’s suits, the swimsuit is one-size-fits-all thanks to the brand’s signature “figure-flattering fabric that flexes to sculpt and support all shapes.” The scoop-neck silhouette offers just a hint of skin at the front, but the plunging back makes the suit a sexy, unexpected option. Just keep in mind: This textured knit suit needs to be hand-washed. 

FWIW — This is one of the most expensive suits on our list, but the reviews say it’s worth the price.

Material: 85% nylon, 15% spandex | Design details: One-shoulder, cutout, ruching at midsection | Silhouette: One-piece | Sizes: XXS-22 Plus | Color options: 27 options

Two of our editors tested out this sleek one-shoulder suit and loved how stylish and sophisticated it is. Despite its having only one strap, Commerce Editor Janelle Randazza said it was very easy to move around in without it exposing you — it was even diving board-proof! “The coverage was just enough so that I could still run around like a fourth grader on field day. I love to bodysurf and dive, and this suit totally held up and kept me covered,” she said. Home Editor Lisa Schweitzer said it looked more expensive than it was and liked that it provided good coverage and support without pinching or constricting her, but she said the sizing seemed to run a bit small.

Material: 82% polyester, 18% spandex | Design details: Built-in cups, swim skirt | Silhouette: Swim dress | Sizes: XS-5XL | Color options: 23 options

If you like more coverage in the back, our Commerce Managing Editor Katelyn Mullen and Deals Writer Carrie McCabe recommend this cute swim dress. McCabe says the neckline is very flattering for larger bust sizes, while Mullen loved that it stays in place, so she doesn’t have to constantly adjust it. She even mentioned that it was so flattering, she got several compliments on it! “I had four different women at my community pool stop me to tell me they liked my swimsuit and ask where I got it from,” she said. This cute little number is also super affordable at under $40.

Material: 69% nylon, 31% spandex | Design details: Soft cup bra, sheer detail, shaping fabric, mesh cutouts | Silhouette: One-piece, crossover, scoop back | Sizes: 8-16 | Color options: Sangria, navy, black, nova

A bathing suit that’s sexy and supportive? Bring it on. Miraclesuit has been treating us to figure-flattering swimwear for decades, so it makes sense that this cute option is at the top of Katz’s list. “The Miraclesuit is a supercharged one-piece with a sexy sheer detail and fabric that shapes you to perfection,” he said. Sultry mesh cutouts are flanked by classical draping and shirring to hide any imperfections. Its deep-scoop back shows off some skin, while the thick straps help keep everything in place as you move around.

Material: 80% chinlon, 20% spandex | Design details: Padded cups, bow knot waist | Silhouette: One-piece, wrap front | Sizes: XS-XXL | Color options: Orange, green, purple, blue, brown, hot pink, pink

You can’t go wrong with this popular one-piece. “Built-in bra cups and the tie detail create a great slimming illusion, and the price is right,” said Katz about this top-rated Cupshe option. The bow knot at the waist helps create an hourglass shape, while the color-blocked design gives it a fun twist. “Honestly, the most comfortable swimsuit I’ve ever worn!” raved one shopper. “Flattering on, and I love the color. I’m 5’5”, 145 pounds and I got the large. I have a longer torso, and this suit fits perfect. I’ll definitely be ordering more! Also, I’m in my 60s, so this suit is appropriate for everyone.”

Material: 76% recycled nylon, 24% spandex | Design details: Adjustable straps, sculpting | Silhouette: One-piece, scoop neck and scoop back | Sizes: XXS-4X | Color options: Onyx, gunmetal, cocoa, chrome, snow, desert, almond, pink camo

Size-inclusive and available in several colors, this Skims suit is an all-around winner. Blogger Dana Marie shared her love for Skims swimsuits because of their sculpting ability and classic designs. This one’s available in XXS to 4X and comes in a ton of colors. You can opt for classic black, gray or nude shades or go for a pop with a pretty pink shade. Looking for some additional coverage (the bottom is a bit cheeky)? Layer on a swim top and/or skirt. This suit is on sale now, so don’t delay.

Material: 78% recycled polyamide, 22% elastane | Design details: Shelf soft-cup bra, compression seaming, adjustable straps, color blocking | Silhouette: One-piece | Sizes: 2-22 | Color options: Leopard; grapefruit, coral and white sand; sky, blue mountain and white sand; Atlantic, sea urchin and white sand; lava, hibiscus and white sand; seaweed, seaglass and white sand

Stand out on a crowded beach in this colorful suit. Dana Marie is also a major fan of Summersalt swimwear. This fun color-blocked option has smoothing diagonal seaming, built-in cups and adjustable straps for a figure-flattering look. It has full coverage at the rear and a shelf bra with built-in soft cups that give your bust area a nice smooth shape. “I am a 63-year-old slim, small woman with a thick waist. This suit makes me look like I have a figure! My husband loves it as much as I do,” raved one five-star reviewer. Use the code SUN30 at checkout to save 30% for a limited time.

Material: 82% recycled nylon, 18% spandex | Design details: Adjustable coverage, thick waist panel | Silhouette: One-piece, deep V-neck | Sizes: P-VVV | Color options: Black, ivory

Martha Stewart made a splash wearing this plunging stunner on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Martha’s exact white-hot swimsuit is designed to be slimming and flattering, thanks to the thick panel around the waist, wide straps for supporting large busts and a deep V-neckline that helps elongate the body. The gorgeous suit is made with recycled nylon and spandex sourced from leftover nylon yarn and scraps and can be yours in sizes ranging from petite to 3XL (or VVV, as it’s listed on Monday Swimwear).