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Swimwear For Athletic Women

Find swimwear for athletic women that suits your shape and personal style. Explore the selection by comparing swimsuit cuts, coverage and sizing, and check each style’s fit details to help narrow down your choices.

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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
A multi-color, high-neck tanksuit made from quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian lycra-nylon blend.
(0)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Mid-Rise Brief
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Mid-Rise Brief
A mid-rise swim brief in darkest navy, made from a quick-drying, UPF 50+ nylon blend.
(392)
$34.95 $19.99
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$34.95 $19.99
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Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
L.L.Bean Women's New Currents Swimwear, Swim Shorts
A pair of mid-rise, quick-dry swim shorts in darkest navy with UPF 50+ protection and moderate compression.
(255)
$59.95 $39.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Perfect length
Stylish design
Versatile use
Flattering look
$59.95 $39.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress, Print
A printed high-neck swim dress in black with quick-dry Italian fabric and UPF 50+ protection.
(0)
$120 $79.99
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$120 $79.99
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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 nylon-LYCRA® blend for full coverage.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
A multi-color, full-coverage tanksuit in quick-drying Italian nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(644)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
A black tanksuit made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
A black swim dress with UPF 50+ protection, made from quick-drying Italian Lycra elastane nylon blend.
(0)
$110 $74.99
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$110 $74.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tankini Top, Print
A multi-color scoopneck tankini top made from quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian nylon-LYCRA® blend.
(2,009)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
A full-coverage black tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection in a breathable, quick-drying Italian fabric.
(208)
$79.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Lovely design
Flattering fit
Durable
Versatile
Chlorine-resistant
$79.95 $54.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
A full-coverage black tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection in quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric.
(813)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High fabric quality
Great value
Secure straps
Excellent coverage
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top Print
A multi-color halter tankini top with quick-dry Italian fabric, UPF 50+ protection, and adjustable straps.
(0)
$64.95 $29.99
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$64.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
A black V-neck halter tankini top with quick-dry Italian fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top
A black highneck tankini top in quick-drying Italian 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 BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tankini Top, Print
A blue high-neck tankini top made from quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian Lycra-elastane nylon blend.
(0)
$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
A black nylon blend halter swimdress with UPF 50+ protection and chlorine-resistant Italian fabric.
(263)
$120 $79.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Attractive appearance
Very comfortable
High-quality fabric
Excellent coverage
$120 $79.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A blue printed one-piece swimsuit in a nylon blend, offering shaping support, full coverage, and UPF 50+ protection.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
A high-waist swim brief in black nylon blend with UPF 50+ protection and excellent stretch recovery.
(328)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic
A lightweight red hooded tunic in recycled nylon blend offering UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry comfort.
(0)
$79.95 $47.99
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$79.95 $47.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Long-Sleeve Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Long-Sleeve Tanksuit Print
A stylish blue long-sleeve tanksuit offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moderate support.
(0)
$99.95 $64.99
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$99.95 $64.99
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Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic Print
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart® UPF 50+ Sun Shirt, Hooded Tunic Print
A blue hooded tunic offering UPF 50+ protection, made from a soft recycled nylon blend.
(0)
$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
A blue printed swimdress featuring quick-drying, chlorine-resistant nylon blend fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Swim Skirt
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Swim Skirt
A black mid-rise swim skirt made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant nylon blend with UPF 50+ protection.
(979)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
Convenient for bathroom use
Stylish design
Durable material
Great coverage
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
A high-rise red swim skirt in a nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-dry comfort.
(736)
$69.95 $48.99
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$69.95 $48.99
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Swimwear For Athletic Women

Swimwear For Athletic Women brings together choices for women who enjoy swimming and want a suit that feels like their own style. Athletic doesn’t describe one body shape or one taste in swimwear: a simple silhouette may appeal to one person, while another gravitates toward a bold pattern or a coordinated two-piece. Start with the details you already know you like, whether that’s a particular neckline, a higher waist or more coverage through the seat. Think about the suit you reach for first and what makes it a favorite, then use those preferences to narrow your choices. Color and pattern are part of that decision, too. A familiar shade can make choosing straightforward, while a different print offers a welcome change without requiring a completely different cut. The goal is a swimsuit that suits you, not a checklist of what an athletic woman is supposed to wear.

Fit deserves a closer look than the size on the tag. Compare your current measurements with each item’s size chart rather than assuming your usual clothing size will translate directly to swimwear. For a one-piece, pay attention to torso measurements when they’re provided; for separates, consider your top and bottom sizing independently. Look at front and back photos to get a clearer sense of neckline depth, strap placement, leg openings and seat coverage. Two suits that look similar at first glance can differ considerably in those details. Product descriptions can help clarify the cut, while reviews may offer useful perspective when the reviewer shares relevant fit information. Once you try a suit on, take a moment to sit, reach and bend, noticing any areas that pinch, gap or need repeated adjustment. A style you love in a photo is worth considering, but how it fits your own proportions matters more.

Swimwear can also be a thoughtful gift for a woman who loves to swim, especially when you know her preferred style and have reliable sizing information. Take your cues from what she chooses for herself rather than assuming she wants a particular cut because she’s athletic. Her favorite colors, preference for one-piece or two-piece styles, and desired coverage are more helpful than a guess based on appearance. If you’re choosing for yourself, the same personal attention goes a long way: there’s no need to replace every familiar detail to try something different. A new neckline or pattern may be enough. Before making a final choice, review the care directions and return information so you know what to expect. A little attention to those practical details leaves more room to enjoy finding a suit that feels distinctly yours.

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