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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
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
A black one-piece swimsuit with full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying fabric and chlorine resistance.
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$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
A blue one-piece swimsuit in Italian nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying, chlorine-resistant performance.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress, Print
A blue printed swim dress in Italian nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying performance.
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$120 $79.99
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$120 $79.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
A black swim dress in Italian nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+, quick-drying performance and built-in romper.
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$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 blue scoopneck tankini top in chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying performance.
(2,009)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Mid-Rise Brief
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Mid-Rise Brief
A black mid-rise swim brief in chlorine-resistant nylon-LYCRA fabric with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying stretch.
(392)
$34.95 $19.99
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$34.95 $19.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
A black women’s tanksuit in Italian nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+, chlorine resistance, and quick-drying performance.
(208)
$79.95 $54.99
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What customers like:
Lovely design
Flattering fit
Full coverage
Durable
Chlorine-resistant
$79.95 $54.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Halter Tankini Top
A black halter tankini top in premium Italian fabric with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying performance.
(0)
$59.95 $29.99
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$59.95 $29.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
A black scoopneck tanksuit in chlorine-resistant nylon blend with UPF 50+, quick-drying fabric and full coverage.
(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 multicolor halter tankini top in quick-drying Italian nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+ protection.
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$64.95 $29.99
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$64.95 $29.99
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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 in quick-drying nylon-Lycra fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
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$69.95 $44.99
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$69.95 $44.99
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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 blue long-sleeve tanksuit in recycled nylon-elastane with UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying performance.
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$99.95 $64.99
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$99.95 $64.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A printed multicolor shaping swimsuit with compressive support, UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying nylon-blend fabric.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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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 with supportive shaping, chlorine-resistant nylon blend, UPF 50+, and adjustable straps.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
A black nylon-blend shaping swimsuit with compressive lining, shelf bra, full coverage and UPF 50+ protection.
(426)
$99.95 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Flattering cut
Durable
Comfortable
Slimming effect
$99.95 $69.99
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Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
L.L.Bean Women's SunSmart UPF 50+ SunShirt, Long-Sleeve Print
A blue long-sleeve swim shirt in recycled nylon-elastane blend with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying comfort.
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$59.95 $37.99
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$59.95 $37.99
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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 sun shirt with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking recycled nylon blend and tulip hem.
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$79.95 $79.95
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$79.95 $79.95
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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 red nylon-blend hooded sun shirt with UPF 50+ protection, moisture-wicking fabric, and a tulip hem.
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$79.95 $47.99
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$79.95 $47.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, High-Waist Brief
A black high-waist swim brief in nylon blend with UPF 50+, full coverage, and chlorine resistance.
(328)
$59.95 $59.95
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$59.95 $59.95
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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
A black shaping swimsuit with a sweetheart neckline, adjustable straps, UPF 50+ protection, and compressive lining.
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$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 one-piece swimsuit with recycled nylon, UPF 50+ sun protection, and convertible adjustable straps.
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$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Swim Skirt
A red high-rise nylon-blend swim skirt with UPF 50+ protection, quick-drying comfort, and internal brief.
(736)
$69.95 $48.99
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$69.95 $48.99
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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 in recycled nylon and elastane with UPF 50+ protection and adjustable straps.
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$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
A blue shaping swimsuit with sweetheart neckline, compressive lining, UPF 50+ protection, and chlorine-resistant nylon-LYCRA fabric.
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$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Swimwear For Athletic Women

Swimwear for athletic women is as much about personal style as it is about finding the right fit. An athletic lifestyle does not come with a single body shape, size, or set of preferences, and swimwear choices can be just as individual. Some women favor a simple silhouette with understated details; others prefer a distinctive neckline, a lively print, or a combination of colors that feels entirely their own. Across women’s swimwear, one-piece and two-piece designs offer different visual proportions without making either approach the right choice for everyone. A one-piece creates a continuous line, while separates introduce a break between the top and bottom and another opportunity to express personal taste. Neckline shape, back design, and the height of a leg opening all contribute to the overall look. Coverage is a personal preference, too, rather than a measure of how athletic someone is. A higher neckline may appeal to one woman, while another prefers a more open shape; neither choice needs an explanation beyond feeling like herself. The most useful starting point is often the swimwear already remembered fondly: the proportions that looked right, the details that felt natural, and the styling that never required a second thought. Those preferences can make a broad assortment feel more approachable without narrowing the possibilities too soon. A familiar silhouette can be a welcome choice, but a different cut or pattern may feel equally at home in an established wardrobe. There is room for both consistency and a little variety. Thoughtfully chosen swimwear reflects the person wearing it, not a fixed idea of what an athletic woman should look like. The result is a more personal way to browse, with attention on the details that matter to the individual rather than an imagined standard.

Fit adds another layer to those style decisions, particularly because a familiar clothing size does not tell the whole story. Bust, waist, hip, and torso proportions can influence how a swimsuit sits, and two women who wear the same dress size may prefer very different swimwear shapes. Size charts provide a useful reference, especially when measurements fall across more than one size. Torso length is worth considering alongside the usual measurements when comparing one-piece silhouettes; with separates, the relationship between top and bottom sizing can be a separate consideration. These are reasons to look closely at the sizing information rather than reasons to expect every design to fit the same way. The placement of a neckline, the position of a waist seam, and the amount of coverage at the back can also change the appearance of a similar size or shape. A front view offers only part of that picture, so side and back views deserve attention as well. Someone who likes a defined waist in everyday clothing may notice that same proportion in swimwear, while someone drawn to clean, uninterrupted lines may prefer a simpler visual treatment. Fabric content is another useful point of comparison, but the composition details on an individual garment provide more information than a broad category name. Personal preferences about how fabric feels are worth considering alongside appearance and sizing. Care deserves the same attention: washing and drying directions can influence whether a garment fits comfortably into an established routine. The care label remains the reference for cleaning and storage, rather than a routine borrowed from another piece of clothing. For anyone thinking about durability, construction details and care information are more useful considerations than appearance alone. Looking closely at seams, edges, and finishing can help make comparisons more concrete. A considered choice balances all of these details without expecting one feature, one measurement, or one style name to answer every question.

Style can also become clearer when swimwear is considered alongside the rest of a wardrobe. A woman who gravitates toward uncomplicated shapes and quiet colors may appreciate that same approach here. Someone whose closet includes expressive patterns or contrasting colors may want swimwear with a similar sense of personality. Neither direction has to be permanent, and choosing something different does not mean replacing an established style. Sometimes the appealing detail is small: the curve of a neckline, the placement of a seam, or the balance between a plain area and a pattern. Looking at the whole design, rather than a single detail in isolation, helps explain why two otherwise similar silhouettes can feel quite different. For a broader view of personal style, Clothing For Athletic Women offers a related place to explore. The connection is individual taste, not a requirement to coordinate every part of a wardrobe. Swimwear can share the same classic character as favorite clothing or take a different direction altogether. It can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s size, preferred silhouettes, and tastes are well known, although these personal details matter more than assumptions based on an athletic lifestyle. A familiar size alone may not reveal a preferred neckline or level of coverage. Knowing what someone genuinely likes makes the choice more meaningful. Whether shopping for a gift or choosing something personally, there is value in taking those preferences seriously. Quality, considered design, and a look that feels authentic are worthwhile priorities without making the decision more complicated than it needs to be. The strongest connection is often to a piece whose proportions and character make sense immediately. Swimwear for athletic women leaves room for that individual judgment: different bodies, different tastes, and different definitions of a favorite, all belonging within the same broad category.
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