Anita Swimwear

Anita Swimwear generally follows the same fit principles as Anita lingerie. Bands are usually true to size, although some styles may feel slightly generous or stretchy. A bra-sized swimsuit or bikini top should feel secure around the body when tried on dry, without riding up or cutting in.

Anita does not use intermediate double-letter cup sizes such as DD, FF or GG. Its cup progression moves through single letters, so a UK DD converts to an Anita E and a UK FF converts to an Anita H. The different letter does not necessarily mean a larger cup; it reflects Anita’s sizing sequence.

Do not choose on the cup letter alone. Neckline, cup construction, padding, strap position and the amount of stretch can all change how swimwear feels. A supportive swimsuit, bandeau bikini and tankini top may each suit a different breast shape even when the label shows the same size.

For personalised advice, visit us for a professional fitting or view our size and fitting guide. When shopping online, look for the “What’s my size?” button on participating product pages for additional TrueFit guidance.

• Choose a bra-sized swimsuit when secure bust support and an all-in-one fit are the priorities.
• Choose a shaping swimsuit when you want firmer fabric or lining through the tummy and torso.
• Choose a bikini when you prefer separate sizing for the top and bottom or want to mix different levels of coverage.
• Choose a tankini when you like the coverage of a swimsuit with the flexibility of a two-piece.
• Choose wider or adjustable straps when shoulder comfort and a more adaptable fit are important.
• Choose a beach dress or tunic for an easy layer between the pool, beach, hotel and lunch.

The best option will depend on how much bust support, body coverage and shaping you want, as well as how you plan to use the swimwear.

Anita swimwear relies mainly on polyamide and elastane. Polyamide provides a smooth, lightweight base, while elastane gives the fabric the stretch and recovery needed to fit closely and hold its shape. Common blends across the current range include 80% polyamide with 20% elastane and 73% polyamide with 27% elastane, although some shaping styles use a higher elastane content.

Polyester is used in selected swim fabrics and decorative panels. Beachwear has a different feel and purpose, with viscose widely used for its soft drape, alongside selected polyester, viscose-elastane and linen-viscose pieces.

The exact composition varies considerably between a swimsuit, bikini, tankini and beach dress, so always check the individual product information and the care label.

To keep Anita Swimwear looking its best:

• Rinse the garment promptly in cool fresh water after swimming in chlorine or salt water.
• Hand wash with a gentle detergent and avoid soaking for unnecessarily long periods.
• Do not use bleach, fabric conditioner or harsh detergents.
• Do not wring or twist the fabric.
• Allow swimwear to dry naturally away from radiators and strong direct sunlight.
• Avoid leaving wet swimwear rolled up in a towel or bag.
• Take care around rough pool edges and textured surfaces, which can catch the fabric.

We stock Soak lingerie wash, which is designed for delicate fabrics and is ideal for gently hand-washing swimwear and beachwear.