To find your correct size, take a fabric measuring tape and stand in front of a mirror. Make sure the tape is untwisted and leveled as you wrap it around your body. Hold the measuring tape against your body but not too tightly.

Relax and stand in your normal position, keeping your feet straight about 4-6” apart. Do not hold your breath in or try to suck in your belly.

Measure your bust around the fullest part, making sure the measuring tape is parallel to the floor around the back. To find your natural waistline, bend to the side and notice the crease that forms as a result, usually just below the ribcage — that is your waistline.

Also, measure your hips around the fullest part. If you plan to wear a one-piece swimsuit, you may need to take a torso measurement as well. To do this, hold one end of the measuring tape at your shoulder, loop it down between your legs and up your back until it meets the other end of the tape.