Having recently accompanied my “smaller breasted” friend to a popular high street retailer in search of a bikini, I was shocked by what I found. The bikinis were all displayed in sets i.e. bikini top and bottom paired and were all in UK clothing sizes. I saw these sets ranging from size 8-18.

Confused by the concept of clothing size bikini sets I asked my friend what if a woman is one size on the top and a different size on the bottom – can she not mix and match? The simple answer to that is NO!

I realised then how grateful I was to brands such as Freya and Panache for not only creating cup size swimwear but for selling tops and bottoms as separates so that I can get my correct size in each. The concept of purchasing my bikini top and brief separately in required sizes was one I took for granted and it never entered my head that some unfortunate women may end up with a top or bottom that is completely the wrong size.

So not only am I super appreciative of being able to get larger cup swimwear that fits but I am also super excited about the new Freya bikinis and tankini that have arrived for the spring season.

I was never out of my Freya Supernova bikini last summer – so top of my list to buy is the new Freya Magic black balcony bikini. The Magic range is the same shape and fit as the Supernova and comes in black and bold silver print for a dramatic yet stunning look.

If you prefer to keep your “tummie” covered then there is also the Freya Magic black tankini available up to an F-cup.

If you’re more of a fun, fun, fun girl and like the bright colours then you’ll love the Freya Circus Circus paradise bikini.  With patchwork flowers, spots and pop art all rolled into one gorgeous print you will certainly be noticed on the beach in this bikini.

These new cup size Freya bikinis and tankini are in stock and available to order now from the Lembrassa site.

Laura