If the side openings are rounded, that will create an illusion of longer legs. Bikinis, monokinis, and thongs, are for the very young, the very fit and the very brave. Men's suits include the very skimpy tight suits to baggy trunks and jams. For resorts, there are the Cabana sets which have matching shirts or jackets. The best overall fabric choice for all body types and swimming activity would be nylon and nylon combined with spandex.
Knitted garments are the preferred fabrication for the meshes, shears, laces and opaque fabrics.
This summer we will see very warm to very hot color palettes. Sueded animals prints will provide a very sensual look at the pool side. There will be solid neutrals with gold and silver details to make a glamorous resort statement. The stores in Florida are filled with a huge selection of suits for men, women and children. We probably have more bathing suits than anywhere else in the world, or at least it seems that way.