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Women's Control Swimsuits

Explore women's control swimsuits with your preferred fit, coverage and style in mind. Compare the selection and check each swimsuit’s product details for specific control features and sizing information to help find the right option for you.

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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A black printed nylon-blend tanksuit offering full coverage, UPF 50+ sun protection, and supportive shaping.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
A black nylon blend tanksuit offering full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and exceptional shaping support.
(426)
$99.95 $69.99
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What customers like:
Exceptional fit
Effective tummy control
Flattering cut
Full derrière coverage
Durable material
$99.95 $69.99
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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 featuring quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian nylon blend with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
A black, chlorine-resistant halter swimdress with UPF 50+ and a compressive fit for ultimate support.
(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 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 BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
A black highneck tanksuit made from quick-drying, UPF 50+ Italian nylon-LYCRA® blend for lasting comfort.
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$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit, Colorblock
A blue colorblock tanksuit featuring LYCRA® XTRA LIFE™ fabric, UPF 50+ sun protection, and adjustable straps.
(0)
$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
A multi-color shaping tanksuit with a flattering sweetheart neckline, UPF 50+ sun protection, and quick-dry fabric.
(0)
$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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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, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
A blue printed tanksuit made from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ sun protection.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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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, offering 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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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
A multi-color tankini top offering UPF 50+ protection, compressive fit, and adjustable straps.
(714)
$89.95 $35.99
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What customers like:
Good looking
Chlorine resistant
Sun protection
Comfortable fit
Flattering style
$89.95 $35.99
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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 crafted from quick-drying, chlorine-resistant Italian nylon-LYCRA® blend.
(644)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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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 multi-color nylon blend tankini top with UPF 50+, supportive compression, and a flattering draped design.
(520)
$99.95 $49.99
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$99.95 $49.99
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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 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 Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top
A black tankini top with UPF 50+ protection, made from a durable nylon blend with adjustable straps.
(74)
$79.95 $79.95
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What customers like:
Well-made
Nice quality
Good fit
Comfortable
Slimming effect
$79.95 $79.95
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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 L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Swimwear, Scoop Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Swimwear, Scoop Tanksuit
A sleek black one-piece swimsuit made from recycled nylon blend, offering UPF 50+ sun protection and moderate support.
(0)
$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
A black high-neck swim dress made from quick-drying, abrasion-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ protection.
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$110 $74.99
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$110 $74.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit
A stylish black bandeau tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection and moderate support with adjustable straps.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
A stylish red V-neck tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection, moderate support, and adjustable straps.
(0)
$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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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 offering UPF 50+ sun protection, quick-dry comfort, and moderate support.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
A multi-color bandeau tanksuit offering UPF 50+ protection, moderate support, and adjustable straps.
(0)
$99.95 $43.99
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$99.95 $43.99
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Women's Control Swimsuits

Women's control swimsuits bring together an interest in control with the personal choices that make swimwear feel like your own: silhouette, neckline, coverage and overall style. The category name is a starting point, not a promise that every swimsuit will have the same fit or feel. Individual descriptions provide the details that distinguish one design from another, while photographs offer a closer look at proportions, lines and finishing touches. Personal taste matters just as much here as it does in the rest of a wardrobe. A simple silhouette in a solid color can have an understated look, while a print can add a different sense of character. Curved seams, contrasting borders and the placement of a pattern can influence the appearance of a suit without changing its basic shape. A neckline might be the first detail that catches the eye, but the view from the back deserves attention, too. Together, those details determine whether a design feels familiar, a little different or exactly in keeping with an established style. Coverage is another personal preference rather than a measure of how a swimsuit ought to look. Some women favor a higher neckline or a longer silhouette; others prefer a more open neckline or a different leg shape. There is no single combination that works for everyone, and choosing control swimwear does not mean setting aside individual taste. It means considering that category alongside the details that already matter to the person wearing it. A favorite color, a balanced pattern or a clean, uncomplicated outline can be a useful point of connection. The most meaningful comparison is not between someone else's idea of a flattering suit and your own body, but between the designs shown and the look you genuinely enjoy wearing.

Fit gives those style preferences a more complete context. Women's control swimwear should be considered in the size specified by the individual size chart, rather than automatically in a smaller size because the category includes control. The word alone does not establish how a particular design will fit, where its control is placed or how pronounced it will feel. Those distinctions belong in the individual description and should be considered separately from the appearance of the swimsuit. Bust, waist and hip measurements provide a useful reference, and torso measurements matter when a size chart calls for them. A familiar clothing size may be a starting point, but it is not a substitute for checking the measurements associated with a particular design. Two women who wear the same clothing size can have different proportions and different preferences about coverage. Likewise, two swimsuits that look similar in a front photograph may have different necklines, back shapes or fit details. Looking at the full set of images can make those differences easier to understand. A closer view may reveal the placement of seams or gathered detailing, while a back view can clarify a feature that is difficult to see from the front. Any stated adjustments or sizing notes are worth reading rather than inferring from the photographs. When trying on a swimsuit, the position of the neckline, shoulder area and leg openings offers more useful information than the size label alone. Sitting down, standing up and reaching overhead can help reveal whether the fit matches personal expectations. A suit does not need to look a certain way to be the right choice, and control is not a reason to accept a fit that feels wrong. For another perspective on swimwear preferences, Comfortable Women's Swimsuits offers a related collection to explore alongside the control category. The two labels describe different shopping priorities, so the details of each design remain the clearest basis for comparison.

Fabric information, construction details and care instructions add another layer to that comparison without replacing the importance of personal fit. The control label does not identify a single material, construction method or care routine shared by every swimsuit. Those facts need to come from the individual description and garment label. A close-up photograph can show surface detail, but it cannot establish fabric composition or explain every part of a suit's construction. Reading the stated information helps separate what is visible from what is verified, particularly when two designs have a similar appearance. Care is worth considering before making a choice, too. The garment's instructions are the right reference for washing, drying and any special handling, rather than a general assumption about how all swimwear should be treated. A care routine that fits comfortably into everyday life can be an important part of the decision. Durability deserves the same attention to detail: neither a category name nor a substantial-looking photograph establishes how long a swimsuit will last. Specific construction information and the recommended care provide a sounder basis for considering ownership over time. Intended-use details, when provided, also belong in the individual description rather than being assumed from the word control. This leaves room to focus on the parts of the choice that are distinctly personal. A woman replacing a much-loved swimsuit may want to keep a familiar neckline while choosing a different print. Someone returning to swimwear shopping after a long interval may prefer to compare several silhouettes without treating a past size or style as a requirement. For a gift, the recipient's known sizing and preferences are especially important; control swimwear is a personal choice, not an occasion to guess what someone wants to change about her appearance. Whether the preference is for a quiet, classic look or a more expressive pattern, the goal is the same: a considered choice based on clear information and the wearer's own taste. Women's control swimsuits are one part of that choice, with style, fit and care details helping give the category meaning beyond its name.
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