Women's swimwear on clearance

Freya, Fantasie and Elomi: tops sold by cup size

Freya, Fantasie and Elomi come from the British group Eveden, a specialist in lingerie for fuller busts, acquired in 2012 by the Japanese Wacoal. Their bikini tops are selected like a bra, with a band size and a cup letter that go well beyond a D cup. Freya, launched in 1998, features bright prints and plunge or heart-shaped cuts, like the Nomad Nights; Fantasie, more classic, takes care of pleated tops with underwire, like the East Hampton; Elomi, created in 2008, designs its styles for larger band sizes. Tops and bottoms are sold separately, each in its own size.

The other clearance items

The women’s summer clearance also includes:

• Sneakers.
• Sandals.
• Dresses.
• Shorts / Skirts.
• Jumpsuits.
• T-Shirts.

All clearance items are gathered on the women’s summer page.

High-waisted, mid-rise or skirted bottoms

The bikini bottom changes the whole silhouette. The high-waisted bottom, like the Freya Koh Tao, comes up to the navel, supports the tummy and elongates the leg; the mid-rise bottom, like the Fantasie Beach Waves or the Barts Isla, covers the hips without going up as high. The skirted bottom from Freya Nomad Nights offers a retro look and dresses the upper thighs. Higher-cut briefs, from Red Point, a Catalan brand founded in 1982, or from Triumph, reveal the leg for beach days. Each bottom can be freely paired with a top of a different size.

Tankini, one-piece or two-piece depending on the activity

The tankini, like the Regatta Aceana, combines a long top that reaches the hips with a separate bottom: it covers the belly like a one-piece while remaining easy to remove. The one-piece Regatta Baylenne, from the British outdoor brand, stays in place for laps or playing in the waves. The two-piece Protest Match comes from a Dutch surf brand. Barts, originating from handmade surf shorts on the beaches of the south of France, offers its Isla bikini in several tops, and the German brand Inaska, founded in 2016, creates sustainable and sporty swimsuits.

Measuring your band size and hips

For a cup-sized top, measure the band size just under the bust, keeping the tape nice and horizontal, then measure the bust at the fullest point: the difference between the two gives the cup letter. A good top doesn’t ride up the back when you lift your arms, the underwire frames the bust without pinching, and the cup doesn’t gape. For the bottom, it’s the hip measurement that counts: the elastic should neither dig into the skin nor sag, as wet fabric stretches slightly. Between two sizes, take the smaller for a swimming bottom and the larger for a beach bottom.

Frequently asked questions

What swimsuit is best for a small bust?

A triangle top or a frilled bandeau adds volume, and a lightly padded plunge style creates a lovely neckline. Avoid cups that are too deep, as they gape and let water in with every movement.

What swimsuit to wear if you have a tummy?

A tankini or a draped one-piece elegantly covers the tummy without restricting movement. A high-waisted bottom paired with a well-supported top is also a flattering and comfortable option.

Why does chlorine damage swimsuits?

Chlorine attacks the elastane that gives the fabric its elasticity: the swimsuit stretches, becomes transparent, and its colors fade. Rinsing it in fresh water as soon as you leave the pool slows this wear.

Is an underwired top suitable for swimming?

Yes, if it fits well: the underwire supports the bust during laps and dives. Make sure the band under the bust stays flat when you stretch your arms above your head.

How to dry a swimsuit without damaging it?

Gently press it in a towel without twisting it, then lay it flat to dry in the shade. Direct sunlight and tumble dryers weaken the elastic fibers and dull the prints.