Want swimwear that doesn't ride up, is properly supportive and never goes see-through? Stylist road tested year's buzziest styles for our ultimate guide

21 best swimsuits and bikinis to buy, tested by the Stylist team

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Free People Heidi surf one piece 

Youswim Verve suit, tested by Strong Women editor Miranda Larbi 

Boden Rik Rak bikini bottoms, tested by art director Jessica Lockett

White Stuff Verity high-waist bikini bottom, tested by Strong Women editor Miranda Larbi 

Calzedonia high-waistband bikini bottoms, tested by art director Jessica Lockett 

Seafolly Sea Dive one-shoulder keyhole one piece, tested by Strong Women editor Miranda Larbi 

M&S printed square-neck swimsuit, tested by acting deputy digital editor Susanne Norris

Tona Bella bikini top 

Bravissimo Miami swimsuit, tested by beauty director Hanna Ibraheem

Freya Nomad Nights crochet underwired swimsuit, tested by associate editor Meena Alexander

Eres Aquarelle tank swimsuit, tested by features editor Hannah Keegan 

Panache plunge bikini top, tested by associate editor Meena Alexander 

Calzedonia nautical stripes bikini top, tested by features editor Hannah Keegan 

Mango textured swimsuit 

Hunza G Celine swim with tonal hoops, tested by senior writer Amy Beecham 

Chelsea Peers jacquard shell reversible triangle bikini top, tested by entertainment director Helen Bownass 

Damson Madder Cheyenne shirred ruffle swimsuit, tested by features writer Holly Bullock 

Whistles Lillie underwire bikini top, tested by senior writer Amy Beecham 

John Lewis St Tropez striped twist-front swimsuit, tested by entertainment director Helen Bownass 

H&M padded bandeau bikini top, tested by designer Natalie Cooper 

Albaray brushstroke bikini top, tested by features writer Holly Bullock  

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The ones that don’t go up your bum, the ones that are properly supportive and the ones that never go see-through.

Swimwear you never have to readjust: 21 perfect swimsuits and bikinis, road tested by Team Stylist 