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Jun 16, 2023

Flattering Tankinis for Women in Their 50s and Beyond

Memorial Day weekend often marks the start of many summertime activities like

Memorial Day weekend often marks the start of many summertime activities like pool parties and lake weekends. If you are still shopping for a new swimsuit, today's post is for you as I am sharing some flattering tankinis for women in their 50s and beyond that I think you all will love.

I typically lean towards a one-piece swimsuit because they are modest and provide the coverage I’m looking for. After trying a few new swimsuits on a recent beach trip, I fell in love with the convenience and practicality of wearing a tankini. Not only do they provide the same amount of coverage as a one-piece, but changing in and out of your swimsuit and restroom breaks are exponentially easier!

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We’ve always heard that black is slimming, and I tend to agree with this statement! A black swimsuit is not only classy and timeless but generally very flattering. I think this holds true for this adorable one-shoulder checkered tankini I recently wore to the beach.

I loved the fun little touch and character the checkered bow added to the top. Plus, the ruching along the sides and tummy area does a fantastic job at helping to hide any lumps, bumps, or rolls you may want to distract from.

I know many of us are looking at how much coverage a pair of bottoms provide when shopping for swimsuits, so I wanted to show you a view from the back.

I’ve seen this bag grow in popularity on social media over the last few weeks and for good reason! It is a beautiful straw bag, and I was impressed with the quality since it is such an affordable price. It would also be a fantastic work bag for carrying your laptop and files to the office or the coffee shop.

The second tankini I brought with me was this ruffled one-shoulder in a fabulous hot pink. You all know I LOVE bright colors, and this one was calling my name. I think it really pops against a faux tan. This swimsuit comes in 30 colors and patterns if you want a different color!

The thin strap on the other side is removable, but I liked how it looked, so I left it on. This tankini's ruched front is great for camouflaging any problem areas you want to hide. I also thought the bottoms had adequate coverage, so I didn't feel like I had to pull or tug to ensure my backside was covered.

I love how this bag is large enough to carry all of my beach and pool necessities without screaming beach bag! If you have a beach trip coming up, this tote could double as a purse and your beach bag. The bamboo-inspired handle is SO cute, and the bag is neutral enough to go with any swimsuit or outfit!

This next tankini is a great contender if you don't love form-fitting swimsuits. This top could pass as a sporty tank top, making it ideal for activities like going to the water park or chasing your grandkids around a splash pad!

Even if you can find a swimsuit that fully covers your bottom (which can be hard to do these days), it still takes a lot of self-confidence to walk out in front of a crowd in a pair of bikini bottoms. If you struggle with this, you may benefit from purchasing a pair of swim shorts! Like the top, they would also be perfect for outdoorsy water activities like paddle boarding or kayaking.

I wanted to show you a back view to see how nice this tankini top looks. I loved that it was a little longer than a traditional tankini.

This next beach bag can hold SO much stuff while still looking on-trend! The one downside is that small things tend to fall to the bottom in giant bags like this and get buried, so I would put things like my headphones, chapstick, car keys, etc., into a small cosmetic bag or pouch.

I chose this next swimsuit because I knew the two-toned construction of the tankini top would create a slimming illusion, especially in combination with the flattering ruching along the sides. It also has a keyhole cut out in the middle.

This top would work well for you if you have a small to medium-sized bust. In my opinion, it doesn't have enough support to lift a larger bust, especially if you plan on jumping or diving into the water or waves.

I chose to cross the straps in the back, but you can also wear them uncrossed if you prefer. I like that they are adjustable.

What did you think about these flattering tankinis for women in their 50s? Which tankini swimsuit is your favorite? Do you have a tankini that you love? Let me know in the comments!

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