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Soft Cup Swimsuits

Browse soft cup swimsuits and compare styles to find the look you prefer. Check each suit’s product details for cup construction, coverage and sizing to help you choose the right swimwear for you.

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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
A vibrant multi-color tankini top in breathable, quick-drying Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(2,009)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
A blue printed tanksuit made from quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian fabric with light support and full coverage.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top Print
A blue nylon blend tankini top with UPF 50+ protection and supportive compressive fit.
(520)
$99.95 $64.99
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What customers like:
Well-proportioned
Individualized sizing
Soft fabric
Stylish appearance
Comfortable fit
$99.95 $64.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
A black nylon blend tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and compressive support.
(0)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
A black lycra-elastane tanksuit with UPF 50+, full coverage, adjustable straps, and supportive shaping.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
A blue scoopneck tanksuit in a recycled nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and adjustable straps.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
A red V-neck tanksuit offering moderate support, UPF 50+ protection, and adjustable straps.
(0)
$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
A stylish blue bandeau tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection, moderate support, and quick-dry fabric.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tankini Top, Print
A blue scoopneck tankini top in a stretchy recycled nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
A black tanksuit in a lycra elastane nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and full support.
(0)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
A blue printed squareneck tanksuit offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moderate support in a stretchy blend.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Soft Cup Swimsuits

Soft Cup Swimsuits offer a starting point for choosing swimwear with a cup style you prefer, whether your taste leans toward a simple silhouette or a more distinctive neckline. Soft cups are one part of the design, so it’s worth considering the whole suit rather than choosing by that detail alone. Think about the styles you already reach for: a higher or lower neckline, a defined waist, a particular back shape, or more or less coverage through the leg. A color you’ve always loved or a pattern that feels like you can be just as important as the cut. There’s no need to choose a completely different look each season. An understated solid, a familiar stripe, or a lively print can each feel personal when paired with the shape and proportions you like.

When comparing soft cup swimsuits, look closely at each description to understand how the cups are incorporated. Check whether they’re sewn in or removable, and review any information about padding, underwires, closures, and strap adjustments rather than assuming all soft cup designs are alike. Front and back photos deserve equal attention; the neckline may catch your eye first, but the back opening and strap placement are also important parts of the choice. For sizing, start with current measurements and the size chart for the individual suit, not simply the number on a swimsuit you bought several years ago. Review bust, waist, and hip measurements, along with torso length when provided. If your measurements fall across sizes, consult the item’s fit notes before deciding. Those small checks give you more useful information than a size label on its own.

Choosing swimwear for someone else takes a little extra thought because preferences can be quite specific. A soft cup swimsuit may be a thoughtful gift for someone who has already mentioned that cup style, especially when you know their preferred cut and current size. Take your cues from what they actually choose for themselves rather than guessing that a different neckline or bolder print would be a welcome change. If you’re shopping for your own wardrobe, it can help to set a favorite suit beside you while browsing and note the details you’d keep or change. Perhaps you love its clean lines but want a different back, or you’d like a quieter pattern with a similar amount of coverage. Use those observations to narrow the selection, then confirm the details in each listing. The goal is a considered choice that reflects your preferences, right down to the parts that aren’t obvious at first glance.

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