👙Swimwear confidence, five ways to feel like That Girl on the beach

Rocking a bikini isn't just about looking good, it's about feeling unstoppable.

At Salty Bottom we know that everybody is a bikini body, but we also know that confidence doesn't always show up with your order.

Sometimes you’ve got to summon her. 

Whether you're heading to Tulum with your girls, solo in Santorini or even just laying out in your backyard, here's how to own your swimwear and feel like that girl the moment your toes hit the sand. 

1. Find a fit that feels like you

Look for cuts and styles that highlight what you love about yourself

• Underwire tops for that lifted secure feel

• High cut bottoms that lengthen your legs

• One pieces with sass 

Tip - Try on swimwear when you're feeling confident not after a long day or post bloating,  Your mirror is your hype squad not your enemy. 

2. Your body is not a before picture

This is your body now and it deserves sunshine, saltwater, and zero apologies.

The truth? Everyone has rolls when they sit, stretch marks from life, and "imperfections" that make them real.

Confidence doesn’t come from changing your body, it comes from choosing not to hate it.

3. Accessorise your energy

You know what boosts instant confidence? Styling;

• A sarong

• An open skirt

• Statement sunglasses

• Jewellery or body chains

4. Posture 

It sounds small but it's major. Shoulders back, chin up, belly soft. 

Confidence isn't about posing perfectly, it's about showing up with the energy that says I belong here. 

5. Be the hype girl you wish you had 

You know when your friend is freaking out about how she looks, and you’re like, “Are you kidding? You look AMAZING”? Give that energy to yourself.

Hype yourself like it’s your job:

• “This colour is fire on me.”
  
  

Confidence isn’t a size, it's a state of mind, and it's something you can practice. 

So here's your permission slip to feel hot, take up space, and let your swimwear be a celebration of the body you're living life in right now. 

Written by Chantelle Hama