Teen swimsuits

Has your teenager outgrown children’s sizes, but does women’s swimwear look too grown-up? Here you’ll find swimsuits for teenagers selected from our women’s styles in smaller, youth-friendly designs - from simple swimsuits to models with extra support or a higher leg cut.

How to choose the right swimsuit for your teenager

The swimsuits on this page are the same models we sell for adult women - just in smaller sizes. There’s a good reason for that: most teenagers have outgrown the cut of children’s swimwear, but still don’t fit the larger women’s sizes. That’s why you’ll find a selection here from our women’s swimwear, designed for a younger and slimmer body.

If your daughter still wears children’s sizes, take a look at our children’s swimsuits instead - they offer a fit that is better suited to her age.

Once you have the size right, the choice comes down to two things: what the swimsuit will be used for and which fit suits her body type. Will she wear it at the swimming pool three times a week, or mainly for beach trips and pool holidays? And does she need extra support, a higher leg cut or more coverage? We take a closer look at these options below.

What fit should your teenager’s swimsuit have?

The body changes a lot during these years, and so do the needs for support and coverage. Consider these types when choosing a fit for your teenager:

• Swimsuit: The classic swimsuit with a simple cut and complete freedom of movement - the natural choice for most teenagers.

• High leg cut: Creates a more feminine and grown-up look without compromising support around the thighs and hips.

• Built-in cups and bust support: Swimsuits with built-in cups provide extra shaping and support - ideal when the bust begins to develop.

• With legs: Swimsuits with legs cover more of the thigh if your teenager feels uncomfortable showing too much bare skin.

• Swimdress: A lightweight skirt conceals the stomach and thighs and is often chosen by teenagers who are not yet completely comfortable in a traditional swimsuit.

• Plus size: Plus-size styles often feature a skirt and adjustable straps, so the fit adapts to her body - not the other way around.

Why swimsuits for teenagers last longer in chlorine and salt water

If your teenager swims several times a week, her swimsuit will quickly show the effects. Chlorine breaks down the elastane in ordinary swimwear, causing the fabric to lose its stretch and become thin and see-through long before it looks worn. That’s why it’s worth looking at the material, not just the cut - for example, Speedo Endurance+ is made from a fabric specifically developed to be chlorine-resistant, so the colour and shape last season after season in pool water.

If the swimsuit will also be used for training or competitions, durable fabric isn’t a nice-to-have - it’s essential to ensure that the suit still fits closely and provides support when the season is over.

Why colour matters when choosing a swimsuit for your teenager

The best swimsuit is the one she actually wants to wear - and colour and pattern play a bigger role than you might think. A teenager who feels confident in her swimsuit is also more likely to look forward to getting in the water instead of making excuses to stay on the towel.

That’s why our selection covers a wide range of colours and styles, with models from Watery, Arena, Speedo, TYR, Nike, Mirou and Beco. From simple, muted colours to patterns and fresh details - so she can choose a style that suits her taste, not just her body.

Will the swimsuit be used for play, training or competition?

In addition to fit and material, how the swimsuit will be used is the final piece of the puzzle. A suit that is perfect for a pool holiday is rarely the best choice for training three times a week - and vice versa. See which option suits each activity:

How to care for the swimsuit so it lasts season after season

Whether the swimsuit is chosen for the swimming pool or the beach, the same habits will extend its lifespan. Make these steps part of your routine after every time in the water:

• Rinse the swimsuit in cold water immediately after use in chlorine or salt water
• Avoid twisting the fabric - gently squeeze it dry instead
• Air-dry the swimsuit flat or hanging in the shade, never in direct sunlight
• Keep it away from the tumble dryer - heat breaks down the elastane over time

If your teenager follows these habits, both the fit and colour will last significantly longer - regardless of which brand she has chosen.

Find your teenager’s new swimsuit at Watery

Whether you’re looking for a simple swimsuit for daily trips to the swimming pool, a competition swimsuit for meets, or a style with built-in cups, legs or extra coverage in plus size - you’ll find it here. Use the subcategories to narrow down the selection by fit and use, and let the colour decide whether she chooses Arena, Speedo, Watery, TYR or one of the other brands.

If you’re unsure about the size, it’s better to choose a model with a little room to give than one that feels tight after just a few washes. Explore the range and find the swimsuit that makes your teenager look forward to her next time in the water.