Sexy Bathing Suits for Women Over 50 Styled for You!
Even if you are in fantastic shape at 40 or 50+, it doesn’t automatically mean you want to wear a bikini to the beach. But I’m sure you don’t want to settle for a boring bathing suit with zero sex appeal, either! Where’s the happy medium?
Here are some sexy bathing suits for women our age that will make you look sizzling in the sun.
1. One Shoulder Stunner
One way to look sexy at the beach without letting it all hang out is to craft a glamorous Hollywood look. This stunning one-shoulder black and white color block swimsuit will make you look like a movie star.
Accessorize with a beachy straw tote and a light and breezy sarong. Big black sunglasses and a wide-brim sun hat will have beach-goers wondering if you really are a celebrity.
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2. Take the Plunge
Swimsuits with plunging necklines are a great way to show some skin in a one-piece bathing suit. Slip on a pair of wide-leg linen pants for a chic coverup option, and accessorize with gold sandals, a cute pompom tote, and a red floppy hat.
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3. Romantic Ruffles
This off-the-shoulder ruffled swimsuit with a ruffled neckline is pretty, feminine, and sexy. Figure-perfecting shirring helps hide any midlife lumps and bumps. Add a touch of edginess to the look with a leopard print sarong and balance that with neutral accessories for a beach or pool-chic look. Shop the look.
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5. Tropical Teal
You’ve heard the saying, “Less is more,” and this teal swimsuit proves it. This beautiful one-piece has a simple cut that is downright sexy! Ruching helps accentuate an hourglass silhouette and makes you look 10 pounds lighter with the smoothing effects of Miratex fabric. Wear it with colorful accents like this embroidered coverup, pink straw tote, beach hat, and cute tropical print beach towel, and look sizzling in the sun!
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6. Alluring Twist Front Swimsuit
This rust twist-neck swimsuit oozes chic and feels modern, youthful, and sexy. Simplicity is the key. This gorgeous sarong-style wrap coverup is the perfect complement. Add a classy straw tote, barely there sandals, and Hollywood-size sunglasses for an elegant beach look. Finally, don’t forget a cool straw hat – your crowning glory, Queen!
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7. Coral Buckle Swimsuit
Buckle up, baby!! I love this stunning empire-waist swimsuit with the cool gold buckle and the flattering ruching. It feels very fresh, sophisticated, and vavoom—almost futuristic! It comes in this beautiful coral and other stunning brights, plus navy and a print. I’d love to try this on!
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8. Mood Ring Print Swimsuit
Here’s a beautiful swimsuit that will show off your curves, even if you don’t have many!
This stunning one-piece is made from a special compression fabric that molds and shapes your figure into an hourglass. The mystical mood ring print is gorgeous with its soft diagonal lines that range from lighter on top to darker on the bottom to help carve out a sexy shape.
I’ve paired it here with a semi-sheer black wrap edged in playful pompoms. For a sophisticated beach look, add some sleek black statement sandals and a big black straw tote.
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9. Green Dream (in DD cup)
This season, we’re seeing chic deep jewel tones in swimwear, like this magnetic emerald green. Sometimes, a classic style and a wow color like this are all you need to look like a million bucks!
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10. Tropical Tankini
If you prefer a tankini to a one-piece or bikini, this tropical two-some is a winner. Bright prints like this are cheery, fresh, and a great way to look vibrant by the pool. This swimsuit has a lovely halter neckline that doesn’t dip too low. Side ruching helps camouflage tummy trouble spots.
Lace is a great way to add some sizzle, and the nice thing about this pretty lace coverup is it won’t hide your print. Add pops of white and wicker to make the look pop!
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11. Tie One On!
This chic swimsuit is so popular that it is brought back year after year but in new and unique colors, like this regal teal. I love this swimsuit’s relaxed, breezy feel and the effortless elegance of that side tie. It is always a winner in my books! P.S. I also linked a similar bestselling swimsuit but with no side tie.
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12. One Shoulder Sensation
One-shoulder swimsuits are one of the best choices when you want to look feminine, sexy, and appropriate. This orange one is stunning. I love the strap cut; it’s nice and wide, and its subtle texture gives it an interesting dimension.
Super bright colors like orange, pink, and yellow are trending this spring. They look fabulous offset with something white, like this super pretty eyelet coverup. Natural-looking accessories complement this sunny look and enhance the vacation vibe.
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13. Strapless Colorblock Swimsuit
There’s no way to look frumpy in a swimsuit like this! Color is a great way to appear vibrant at any age. This lively color block swimsuit is proof of that, and the shoulder-baring strapless neckline is nothing short of glamorous. Add an oversized, barely there white shirt, sandals, and a bright raffia clutch for a fun tropical look that will turn heads.
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14. Striking, Sexy Snake Print
Slither to the pool in this stunning snake print swimsuit with the bold one-shoulder strap. Asymmetrical styles like this are on point this spring and will make you look sophisticated. For all you gals who love all black, this dark print swimsuit is even better since the print reads like black but is much more exciting.
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15. Peek-a-Boo Twist Front
Classic with a modern twist is a good way to think about dressing at 40, 50, or 60. That goes for swimsuits, too. I love this rich brown swimsuit with the figure-flattering ruching. The peekaboo detail below the bust takes a plain swimsuit and gives it youthful pizazz. Wear it with flowy white netted pants for a breezy beach look.
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16. Jungle Cat Vibe
This leopard-print one-piece will bring out the wild animal in you. But if you aren’t in the mood for a walk on the wild side, no worries—this swimsuit is reversible. Turn it inside out for a whole new look that still pairs perfectly with these chic accessories.
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17. Lace-Up “Hello” Neckline
“Hello, necklines” like a plunging V-neck and lace-up front to guarantee you will never look dowdy. This alluring swimsuit grabs your attention with its simple design and sexy metallic front lacing. Pair it with a glamorous, airy kaftan in a breezy tropical print for a true Hollywood vibe.
Check out more one-piece swimsuits for women our age who don’t want to look frumpy!
Plus size? Take a look at these sexy swimsuits for plus-size women.
Other Ways to Look Sexy in a Bathing Suit
Choose a Sizzling swimsuit that has:
- high cut legs
- lacing at the bust or back
- off the shoulder
- embellishment at the bust
- sheer panels strategically placed
- one shoulder
- peek a boo cutouts
- strapless
What kind of bathing suit do you wear? Do you care about looking sexy in swimwear?
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The best item was the one-piece black number with the waist design. Why? As we age, we tend to look more rectangular from the front, so you can trick the eye by manufacturing your waist, as this swimsuit shows. Good choice, Deb.”
Caution: those tankini suits may not be a good choice for those with a gut. A high-waisted brief (retro style) with a supportive bikini top would be better.
Who knew Mother Nature would take “being square” literally? Agree with the tankini assessment. Unless they are high wasted and have a “hold you in” feature, the bottoms inevitably roll down and highlight the belly pudge. All of us have some pudge at this age!!
Jergens self-tanner is a great way to add glow. I also like BB cream to cover imperfections – it’s a lifesaver. The first swimsuit is terrific….what a figure flatterer!
Great recommendations! I tend toward tankinis if I am out all day since going to the ladies’ room is much easier. :)
Love this! I just got my first pair of Jack Rogers sandals, and I can’t wait for warmer temps to break them in. Love your blog!
I wish people would be more accepting of their natural skin color-there is nothing wrong with pale, untanned skin-it; it certainly is better looking than the Oompa-Loompa orange shade of people who overdo it on self-tanner! And let’s not forget that if you want to go in the pool or the ocean, your faux glow will be gone when you come out…
Hi KP, Nothing wrong with untanned skin. I haven’t been in the sun since I was 17, when I got a stern warning from a dermatologist about skin cancer after too much sun and a nasty burn. I’m so glad I stayed away and saved my skin. In summer, I sometimes want a touch of color on my legs when I wear a dress. In those instances, I use Juergens self-tanner. It is my favorite because it gives me a soft, light glow instead of a fake dark, orange-brown tan. I highly recommend it. It’s great for fair gals like me. Cheers, Deborah