Believe us, shopping for a swimsuit can be tricky when you know what you’d like to wear but can’t quite find the right swimsuit. Those amongst us who have bigger thighs, might prefer a bit more coverage or a different cut on the leg. We've got some great choices if you are looking for the best swimsuits for big thighs.
Best Swimsuits for Big Thighs
There’s no need to cover your thighs unless you want to. We've said it before and we'll say it again: the best swimwear is the one you feel happy and comfortable wearing. So whatever you want from your swimsuit, here are a few styles from our current range to help you find the one you love.
What to Look for in a Swimsuit for Big Thighs
Think about how much leg coverage you want. A classic one-piece swimsuit might be just the ticket. If you’d rather cover more of your thighs, we also offer legsuits and swim shorts.
Check how the leg opening feels. It should sit comfortably when you walk, sit down and move around. If it digs in while you’re trying it on, you’re unlikely to enjoy wearing it for a whole afternoon at the pool.
Don’t forget the body length. A swimsuit that’s too short in the body can pull upwards and make the leg openings feel less comfortable. Many of our swimsuits have extra length in the body, which is worth considering if standard swimsuits tend to ride up on you.
Choose the support you want elsewhere, too. Things like bust support, adjustable straps and tummy control fabric can be important features which can all make a swimsuit feel better to wear. Work out which ones matter most to you and then have a look at colours and prints.
Our Favourite Swimsuits for Big Thighs
Molly Longer Length Legsuit – Ocean Blue and Jade
If your main priority is thigh coverage, take a look at our Molly Longer Length Legsuit in Ocean Blue and Jade. Its knee-length legs give you considerably more coverage than a traditional swimsuit, so you can get on with enjoying the water without thinking about how high your swimsuit is sitting.
Our Molly swimsuit has a shelf bra for bust support and light all-over control. It’s also longer in the body and made from chlorine-resistant fabric, making it a fabulous choice if you’re regularly lapping at the pool.
Janice Longer Length Legsuit – Black
Prefer a plain swimsuit you can wear again and again? Our Janice Longer Length Legsuit in Black is another option with knee-length legs. It’s a practical style for swimming, aqua aerobics and holidays, especially if you feel most comfortable with more of your thighs covered.
Janice has padded cups and a shelf bra for bust support, plus extra length in the body. Unlike our Molly swimsuits, our Janice swimsuits don’t have tummy control, so it’s worth thinking about which features you’d prefer before you choose.
Women’s Swim Shorts – Black
Perhaps you already have a swimsuit you love and simply want a bit more coverage on some days. Our Women’s Swim Shorts in Black can be worn over a swimsuit or paired with a tankini top.
They have a standard boyleg cut and a wide elasticated waistband. We adore the flexibility of being able to wear them when you want to, then leave them out of your swim bag when you don’t. They’re made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant fabric too.
Iris Longer Length Swimsuit – Midnight and Steel
You don’t have to choose a legsuit to find a swimming costume that feels good around your thighs. If you prefer a classic one-piece, our Iris Longer Length Swimsuit in Midnight and Steel has a low leg cut for a little more coverage than a higher-cut style.
Our Iris swimsuits also have wide adjustable straps, a shelf bra and light tummy control. The extra-length torso will also feel great if standard swimsuits tend to pull upwards on you. It’s a gorgeous swimsuit if you want a bit more coverage at the leg while keeping the look of a one-piece swimsuit.
Lucille Longer Length Swimsuit – Water Garden
If you’d like a swimsuit with a pretty print and a bit of detail across the middle, take a look at our Lucille Longer Length Swimsuit in Water Garden. It has ruching across the body, tummy control fabric and a regular leg cut.
Lucille also has lightly padded cups, adjustable straps and support built into the bust. The extra length in the body gives you more room than a standard swimming costume, which can be especially welcome if you find yourself tugging your swimming costume back into place time and time again. It’s a lovely one to try if you want a classic swimsuit and prefer some extra support up top.
Ava Longer Length Swimsuit – Purple Posy
Our Ava Longer Length Swimsuit in Purple Posy is another fantastic cossie if you’re happy with a regular leg cut and fancy a print. The V-neck and ruching give it a different look from our Iris or Lucille swimsuits, so it’s worth trying if you haven’t found a style you love yet.
Our Ava swimsuits have light all-over tummy control, adjustable straps and bust support from their under bust and cup seams. The cups aren’t padded, which may make it your favourite of the two if you like the look of Lucille but prefer to go without padding. It’s longer in the body and chlorine-resistant too.
Which Style Should You Choose?
If you’d like the most thigh coverage, start with our Molly or Janice swimsuits. If you want coverage you can add to a swimsuit you already own, try our fantastic swim shorts. And if you prefer a classic one-piece, have a look at our Iris, Lucille or Ava swimming costumes. They each have a different neckline, print and combination of support features.
Our top tip is to try a couple of styles and move around in them before making your choice. You can order and return our swimwear easily and hassle-free. A swimsuit might look lovely on you in the mirror, but you also want to feel comfortable when you are wearing it all day.
Take a look at our full ladies’ swimwear collection for more colours, prints and fits. Once you find a swimsuit that feels right, you can stop worrying about it and enjoy your time in the water.