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Finding the best swimsuits for tweens can be tricky — gone are the days of cute strawberry-printed one-pieces with ruffles across the butt, but they’re also not quite ready for the teeny triangles of fabric that can sometimes dominate the realm of teen swimwear. And to further complicate matters, their rapidly changing bodies can mean they’re a little more self-conscious, or present issues with swimsuits fitting properly in all the right places. Being at an in-between age is hard enough without also struggling with being in-between sizes!
Fear not, though, because there are a ton of cute swimsuits for tweens out there: prints that don’t look babyish, details that provide just the right amount of grown-up pizzazz, and fits and coverage perfect for bodies that aren’t quite little, but aren’t quite grown. No matter whether your kiddo is into the two-piece suits or wants to be covered up completely à la rash guard and swim shorts, we’ve rounded up some of the best swimsuits for tweens of all styles and preferences. Because being a tween can be awkward enough — their swimwear should be a no-brainer, so they can focus on all the fun to be had at the pool or on the beach.
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Athleta Girl Beachy Keen One-Piece
The Athleta Girl Beachy Keen One-Piece is a no-frills suit that provides plenty of coverage in a subtle watercolor stripe — and comes with a bra liner in sizes S-M and removable cups in sizes L-XXL.
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Hobie Kids’ Smiles Halter Neck Two-Piece
Image Credit: Hobie The cute neck detail of this two-piece from Hobie draws the eye upward, and the fun colors will pop whether she’s poolside or at the beach.
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Vineyard Vines Scarf-Print Tie-Front One Piece
We love the bright colors, exotic feel, and cute twist-front detail on this one piece swimsuit from Vineyard Vines.
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Habitual Kids Malibu Stripe Two-Piece
Image Credit: Habitual Kids This two-piece stunner from Habitual Kids has a crisp, nautical feel — and has cute details on both the top and bottom!
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art class Cropped Cheetah Tie-Dye Swim Top
Image Credit: art class A rash guard, but make it short-sleeved! This cropped, short-sleeved swim shirt from Target’s art class brand offers the best of both worlds: full coverage on top and a cropped length that shows just the tiniest bit of belly.
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Kt by Knix Period Swim Sport One-Piece
What’s so special about this one-piece by Knix? Well, if your tween has started their period, everything! This swimsuit discreetly and invisibly holds up to three pads’ worth of blood so your kiddo can swim with confidence no matter what time of the month it is!
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Stella Cove Rainbow-Print One-Piece
Image Credit: Stella Cove This Stella Cove swimsuit features a soft wash of pastel color, and the side cutout shows just enough skin to give it a more grown-up feel.
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O’Neill Meadow Floral Knot One-Piece
Image Credit: O'Neill This floral-printed swimsuit from O’Neill may technically be a one-piece, but its adorable twist-front gives it a two-piece vibe. It’s a one-piece with a twist … literally!
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UhNice Two-Piece Tankini & Shorts
Image Credit: Uhnice Who says a two-piece has to be frilly, flouncy, or fancy? This made-to-move tankini and shorts allows your kiddo to be comfy and confident without a bunch of tugging and adjusting, and comes in 13 different colors and patterns.
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J. Crew One-Shoulder One-Piece with SPF 50
The ruffle detail makes this one-shoulder swimsuit from J. Crew cute; the print gives it a more grown-up feel.
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Athleta Girl Long-Sleeved One-Piece
For tweens that might be a little more self-conscious (or just sun-conscious!), this long-sleeved one-piece from Athleta girl provides UPF 50+ protection and a zip-front to make getting it on and off a breeze.
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J Sport by Justice Reversible Color Block Bikini
Image Credit: Justice From longtime tween favorite Justice comes this cute suit – it’s a bikini, but not a TEENY bikini. Plus, it’s reversible, which means more options! One side is this darling pineapple print, and the other is a solid fucshia with a black outline.
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GAP Kids Recycled Tankini
If your tween is a little more self-conscious about their changing body but still wants to rock a two-piece, a tankini is a great option that offers a little bit more coverage — and we love this sustainably-made tankini from GAP.
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Kanu Surf Coral Reef Sport Wrap-Around Bikini
This two-piece bikini from Kanu Surf with cute cutouts and wraparound detail is an Amazon bestseller with a nearly-perfect rating and over 1100 reviews. And since it comes in OVER 30 patterns and colors, you’re sure to pick the perfect vibe for your tween!
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Hobie High-Neck Bikini Top & Hipster Bottom
Available in 12 different colors and patterns, this cute halter-style high neck bikini from Hobie provides a little extra coverage up top.
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