The Swimsuit Trick That Never Fails to Help You Feel Your Best

No matter how comfortable you are in your own skin, stripping down to basically nothing at the beach or pool is an exercise in confidence. And, next to big hair and a good playlist, the easiest way to give yourself a little boost of positivity is to own a swimsuit that rocks. When it comes to bikinis, that’s easier said than done. It can be hard to find a suit that works as well for your upper half as it does for your bottom. That’s why we’ll always love the mismatched bikini move. It’s the swimsuit styling trick that never fails to help you feel your best. It allows you to create your own perfect bikini, and it looks cooler than anything that comes in a set.

Doutzen Kroes wore a mismatched bikini while paddle boarding in Spain this week and it reminded us that the trick also allows you to be prepared for whatever is on your agenda for the day—whether it’s evening out some tan lines or partaking in a seriously challenging water sport. Think about it: The ruffled strapless bikini top you’d wear on a poolside lounger wouldn’t stand a chance on a board in the middle of the ocean. And that bum-revealing bottom you wear with your girl friends in Miami, could be a little much in front of your in-laws.

In short, a woman needs options. Mismatched bikinis FTW.

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