While my body type is petite and slim, I wear a 30D bra — aka, support is *the* most important factor when I shop for swimsuits. The brand has three styles to choose from: The Scoop, The Balconette, and The Plunge, which are also three of CUUP’s hero bra styles. I liked the retro vibe of The Balconette and figured that the underwire would come in handy for lifting and supporting the gals. (Another plus: The cups offered moderate to full coverage — don’t ask me about my Montauk nip slip of 2018.) To get your CUUP bikini top size, you simply enter your band and cup size. (If you’re not sure what measurements to enter, you can do CUUP’s fit finder quiz first.) A 30D corresponded to a CUUP swim size 3, but if you’re between sizes, the brand recommends sizing up just to ensure that the fit isn’t too tight. I did this, and it was definitely the move. I ultimately ordered a size 5, which offered enough room in the cuups cups to be accommodating, but the trademarked Slide & Set band allowed me to tighten it as much as I needed. The 78% recycled ECONYL and elastane blend fabric was smooth and soft as can be, with a hint of satin-y sheen. It felt expensive, y’all. (I mean, because it was.)
