17 Swimsuits That Will Have Moms Feeling Confident and Sexy in Every Summer Setting
by Sabrina Rojas Weiss and Bethany Braun-Silva
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Flattering tummy-control bikinis, tankinis, and one-piece swimsuits for postpartum bodies.
When it comes to swimsuits and mom bodies, we want you to know one thing: You do NOT need to be any one shape or size to look beautiful and happy on the beach, by the pool, or in your own backyard. And when we talk about tummy-control swimsuits for moms, we are not saying anyone should set and “control” what the ideal tummy looks like. But as moms, we also know what it’s like to feel self-conscious when it’s time to strip down, especially after our bodies have undergone all the tremendous changes that involve raising another human being.
Whether you’re a few weeks postpartum or a few years, a tummy control swimsuit can be just the boost you need to feel completely confident and secure at the pool or beach, giving you peace of mind to focus on the things that really matter, like spending time with your family. The swimsuits on this list are ultra-flattering and made with compressive panels that hold your midsection in. They are also designed with ruching, mesh, or color blocking that is more forgiving in the tummy area. Plus, the swimsuits on this list are trendy and sexy, giving you all the confidence you need to tackle summer in style.
We’ve rounded up 17 of the best tummy control swimsuits, including flattering fits such as one-shoulder one-pieces, bandeau styles, and bikini options.
Most Flattering: Hilor Front Crossover One-Piece
Best Bikini: Tempt Me High-Waisted Ruffle Flounce Bikini
Best Splurge: Norma Kamali One-Piece Swimsuit
Best Plus Size: Draper James x Lands' End Plus Size Tummy Control Wrap One-Piece Swimsuit
Best for Large Busts: Cuup Balconette Paired with High Waist
Best Floral: Ekouaer Womens One Piece Swimsuit
Best Skirted: Miraclesuit Swim Skirt Tummy Control Bathing Suit Bottom
Best Swimdress: Miraclesuit Marais Tummy Control One Piece Swimdress
Best High-Waisted: Upopby High Waisted Swimsuit Bikini Bottoms
Best Tankini: Dreamsuit Slimming Control High Neck Cut Out Tankini Top and High-Waist Swim Briefs
Best Active: Reebok Endless Endurance One-Piece Swimsuit
Best With Built-In Sun Protection: Spanx Classic Swim One Piece
Most Affordable: Tempt Me Women One Piece Swimsuit
Best One-Shoulder: Summersalt The Sidestroke
Best Strapless: Anne Cole Twist-Front Ruched One-Piece Swimsuit
Best One-Piece: Tommy Bahama Pearl One-Piece Swimsuit
Best Overall: Smismivo Tummy Control Black Halter One Piece Swimsuit
Each product we feature has been independently selected and reviewed by our editorial team. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.
Most Flattering
Hilor Front Crossover One-Piece
Available in 44 varieties of color and print, this one-piece swimsuit is flattering for a number of different body types. The mesh detailing at the waist and neckline are a sexy touch, while the tummy-control panel on the inside can be just our secret.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
“I have put on a couple of pounds over lockdown as I can imagine many people have, so I wanted a bathing suit that made me feel less self-conscious about this fact while still being really fashionable. The waist band accentuates my hourglass shape, while the full body [hides] my muffin top.”
Best Bikini
Tempt Me High-Waisted Ruffle Flounce Bikini
The sweet ruffle at the chest of this two-piece isn’t about hiding flaws; it’s a pretty and playful flounce that celebrates the fun of being out in the water. The bottoms of this bikini, available in nearly two dozen color and print combos, feature flattering ruched material with a tummy-tucking effect.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
“I’m a mother of two 5’1 about 135 lbs. C cup in bra I ordered a medium and have the mommy pouch still! It’s been hard finding a bathing suit that I can fall in love with until now!”
Best Splurge
Norma Kamali One-Piece Swimsuit
Are you a bathing beauty of the 1940s or the 2020s? It doesn’t matter. The women who made these jumper-style swimsuits popular way back when knew what was up, and you can take advantage of this curve-flattering style today courtesy of Norma Kamali.
Best Plus Size
Draper James x Lands' End Plus Size Tummy Control Wrap One-Piece Swimsuit
Reese Witherspoon has managed to make the longtime catalog staple look vintage-chic. We’re big fans of this swimsuit in Whispy Floral and Deep Sea Gingham, available in sizes up to 26W.
Best for Large Busts
Cuup Balconette Paired with High Waist
Sure, this is a guide to swimsuits that keep your middle in place, but you also want your top to feel secure and look good. Lingerie brand Cuup turned its bras into very functional, supportive bikini tops that have bra sizing up to 42H and adjustable bands. Pair this gorgeous balconette with either the High Waist or the Tap bottoms in a matching or complementary color.
Best Floral
Ekouaer One-Piece Swimsuit
Go bold at the beach or pool with this cute floral swimsuit. The vintage cut is super flattering, particularly to the midsection. With nearly 40 prints to choose from, you might even want to purchase more than one.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"Such a cute swimsuit! I am in LOVE with this pattern but also the perfect fit!"
Best Skirted
Miraclesuit Swim Skirt Tummy Control Bathing Suit Bottom
This figure-flattering skirted swim bottom minimizes waist, hips, and thighs, and you can pair it with any swim top for a sleek look. The best part: The skirt has hidden pockets to stash your essentials.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"This is so well made and worth the price! I love that I can mix and match it with a tankini top du jour. Fit as expected and was not too long but covered what I needed to! It was great on vacation in Cabo and for biweekly aqua aerobic classes!"
Best Swimdress
Miraclesuit Marais Tummy Control One Piece Swimdress
We love this dress for vacation, as it can go from the beach to lunch and back again. Pair with your favorite flip-flops or embellished sandals for a fun resort look.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"I love this suit! It's comfortable, non-revealing, and complimentary to my figure."
Best High-Waisted Bottom
Upopby High Waisted Swimsuit Bikini Bottoms
If you’re more of a bikini gal, we hear you, which is why we love this high-waisted swim bottom that is flattering and fun. It gives the appearance of a leaner look without compromising style, and it comes in eight fun prints and designs you can mix and match.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"I think these swim bottoms may be made of magic. I have never once been able to wear swim bottoms that didn’t have the 'ruffled/layered/crumpled' over-layer that disguises the shape of the front of my belly. These bottoms are completely smooth, which is a much more appealing look, but they somehow show minimal belly-pudge. They are comfortable and do not cut into my skin but are still supportive enough I don’t feel they will roll down or loosen over time."
Best Tankini
Dreamsuit Slimming Control High Neck Cut Out Tankini Top and High-Waist Swim Briefs
The cutout details at the neckline of this tankini top, along with the gradient detail of its print, make it feel fashionable instead of frumpy. Dreamsuit’s high-waisted briefs are just what many of us are looking for in a tummy-control suit—slimming but not too tight.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
“Perfect fit! New momma has confidence in this.”
Best With Built-In Sun Protection
Classic Swim One Piece
If you like to bring your fashion A-game to the beach, this svelte Spanx swimsuit is perfect. It provides extra support by way of double-layer fabric and a flattering V-neckline. You already know you can trust Spanx with tummy-control material, but this one-piece will provide ample support and comfortable, too.
Best Active
Reebok Endless Endurance One-Piece Swimsuit
From jogging on the beach to chasing after your toddler, this swimsuit offers support in all the right places. It provides full coverage on the top and bottom and is made with Reebok’s Silver Lining support for all around support and tummy control.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"Beautiful, comfy, and flattering. Size is about 1/2 size small."
Most Affordable
Tempt Me One Piece Swimsuit
Not only is this flattering swimsuit affordable, it’s also one of the highest-rated swimsuits on Amazon. It comes in over 30 different prints and colors, and the flattering ruched pattern in the torso accentuates your curves.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"I love this bathing suit. It's ... conservative yet I feel beautiful in it. I was looking for something that I could wear to the water park or beach with the kids, but I didn't want a typical plain bathing suit."
Best One Shoulder
Summersalt The Sidestroke
This swimsuit brand has been making “waves” since its launch. Women love it for the flattering swimsuit styles and superior compression. The Sidestroke is one of the brand’s most popular styles, and it provides tummy control as well as full bust support without the need for cups or padding.
Best Strapless
Anne Cole Twist-Front Ruched One-Piece Swimsuit
This swimsuit features a sweetheart bandeau neckline, ruching throughout, and a convenient removable strap that you can pop on and off to avoid pesky tan lines. It also comes in six different colors, including the Eucalyptus Green shown here and a fun Berry Pink.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"I have been looking for a strapless bathing suit for quite some time. This one fits great and stays up. It's flattering and covers all of the places that need it."
Best One-Piece
Tommy Bahama Pearl One-Piece Swimsuit
Tommy Bahama is synonymous with beachwear, so of course the brand’s tummy-control one-piece is one of our top picks. This swimsuit is flattering on any body shape and is made with premium UPF 50+ Italian microfiber. It features a tummy-smoothing control panel to make you feel extra secure.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"I have several Tommy Bahama swimsuits and love them all. They are well made and keep their shape. This style is good camouflage for the tummy. I’d have one in every color!"
Best Overall
Smismivo Tummy Control Black Halter One Piece Swimsuit
This halter one-piece swimsuit comes in 21 different styles and designs. It features ruching all down the front of the bathing suit, which creates a slimming effect. The halter style is super flattering, and we love the moderate cut around the hips.
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"This swimsuit is a basic staple for anyone's closet. The neckline is flattering, and it does help control the abdominal area. Would definitely recommend."