No matter what their age, for most women buying a bathing suit is one of life’s little ordeals. And, if you are a woman of a certain age - with all the figure imperfections that that implies - just thinking about swimsuit shopping can put you off beach vacations, poolside holidays and cruises forever.

But there are so many flattering swimsuits around for more mature figure types these days that there is really no need to hide away. Consider some of these and then hit the beach:

Top Women’s Bathing Suits