Speedo Sculpture Shapeline swimwear

We all know that swimming is excellent exercise but what prevents many women getting fit that way is the lack of a decent swimsuit. Or, if they do have one, it was perhaps bought in haste for purely functional reasons so that you can take the children swimming or take advantage of the sea or pool on holiday.

Personally I've agonised over swimwear. If it fits around the bust, it might be too big on the hips or waist. One solution was to buy a "tankini" in different sizes but that, as I discovered in an Austrian spa, had a habit of coming apart and inflating in the jacuzzi-type bubbles. Not a pretty sight as my daughter will testify!

However, Speedo has come to the rescue. During their research 5,400 women's bodies were scanned leading to the Shapeline Sculpture suits being made in three styles:

• Bust Shaper for the fuller-busted woman this feautres a cup-sized inner bra that gives extra lift and definition.
• Tummy and Hip Sculptor - designed for the "pear-shaped" woman – enhances the bust.
• Waist Sculptor  complements natural curves and shapes the waist through a tailored fit.

Shapeline Sculpture suits have strategically placed inner panels to tone and flatter the figure and are made from single jersey weft knit traditionally used in lingerie. This fabric absorbs less water, has UV protection and is chlorine resistant.

I am extremely pleased with the ay my Speedo suit fits – no more worrying encounters in jacuzzis!

Speedo Sculpture Shapeline swimsuits retail from £100 available from the Speedo flagship store in London's Covent Garden, London and on line at www.speedosculpture.com. Expert fitting service available both online and in-store.