Warm Weather 101: The Bathing Suit

Oh, God.

It's happening again.

Summer is coming. Summer is coming and I along with many other people have not stuck to the number one New Year's resolution: Get in shape. I can count on one hand how many times i've gone to the gym this year and I can tell you officially that salad does not taste like pizza. I still don't have a six pack and I still can't pronounce quinoa but I do have a guide for you today.

Bathing suit shopping can (and probably will always be) a dreadful event. The lights are harsh, the mirrors are too close and the body is inherently flawed. But, But! That doesn't mean shopping for a new suit has to be totally terrifying. Here are some tips and tricks for everybody and every body to remember before you stand underneath those fluorescent lights and decide on a turtleneck for vacation.

1) Disguise a tummy: Ruched fabric strategically placed as the waist can more than make up for the lack of abs existing there. The deeper the neckline the better.

2) Elongate legs: Baywatch knew what they were doing. Channel your inner 90's supermodel with high cuts. Think Cindy Crawford, think Pamela Anderson.

3) Lift boobs: This is important, very important. Suits with a wide strap, halter-neck or structured cups lift and hold what gravity won't.

4) Enhance a flat booty: Not everyone has been blessed with a Kim Kardashian (wait, was she even blessed with it?) bottom. Show a little cheek with a boy short or add in some frills with a print.

5) Small chest: PADDING. Patterned and embellished tops can also create an illusion. Like a magician.

6) Downplaying Broad Shoulders: Cut-outs and asymmetrical tops break up the neckline and draw the eye up and away instead of straight across.

7) Ample backside: Tugging for more coverage can be frustrating so opt for a bathing suit that has a side tie. You can adjust accordingly.

8) Hide muffin tops & Bulges: A high waist two piece that hits just above the navel or a one piece with slight gathering helps eliminate those stubborn womanly issues.

9) Curvy thighs: To flatter a fuller thigh, bottoms with a skirt or a boyshort can help conceal the top part of the leg that we all seem to have an issue with. Also, feel free to go shave-free.