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Summer's sexiest plus-size swimsuits under $75

Shopping for a plus-size swimsuit doesn’t have to mean compromise. These 15 fabulous maillots, two-pieces and swimdresses couldn’t be cuter — or more flattering:Orange crushSide panels, strategic ruching and a sweetheart neckline sculpt a svelte hourglass silhouette. Plus, the color reminds us of our favorite summertime indulgence — orange soda served with a swirly straw! (Liz Claiborne sh
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Shopping for a plus-size swimsuit doesn’t have to mean compromise. These 15 fabulous maillots, two-pieces and swimdresses couldn’t be cuter — or more flattering:

Orange crush

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Side panels, strategic ruching and a sweetheart neckline sculpt a svelte hourglass silhouette. Plus, the color reminds us of our favorite summertime indulgence — orange soda served with a swirly straw! (Liz Claiborne shirred halter swimsuit, on sale for $63, jcpenney.com)

Island attitude

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This might just be our holy grail swimsuit: The halter neckline provides lift and shows off our shoulders, mesh lining provides comfortable slimming and cutout details add a kiss of sex appeal. (Forever 21 ‘Tropical Dream’ swimsuit, $29.80, forever21.com)

Peek-a-boo

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We love the placement of the cutout on this printed suit—it shows just a hint of skin without sacrificing support or coverage. Sexy smart! (Forever 21 swimsuit, $27.80, forever21.com)

Fancy fruit

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Tropical prints don’t have to be bright and bold — these pineapples are downright chic in a black, white and green color scheme. (Forever 21 ‘Pineapple Dream’ swimsuit, $29.80, forever21.com)

Split screen

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Colorblock doesn’t just look cool. In the case of this suit from ModCloth, the design is also flattering as heck. (Esther Williams ‘Sashay to the Sea’ swimsuit, on sale for $62.99, modcloth.com)

Wild cat

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Competitive swimmer and actress Esther Williams swam her way to stardom in the 1940s and '50s — and her namesake swimsuit line is just as sexy and sweet as she was. (Esther Williams ‘Sashay to the Sea’ swimsuit, on sale for $62.99, modcloth.com

Flirt alert

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The ruffles on this sleek black suit serve double duty — they look cute and provide a bit of extra coverage around the tummy. (Forever 21 ruffle swimsuit, $29.80, forever21.com)

Tasty delight

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We’re smitten with this fruit print from Forever 21, which looks like it came from a Milanese fashion house. The high-waisted styling and feminine flounces aren’t bad either. (Forever 21 ‘Fruit Frenzy’ bikini, $20.80, forever21.com)

Mint condition

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Who says you can’t get supportive structure and designer details in an affordable suit? This ruched number has it all, including hidden boning. (Forever 21 ‘Posh’ swimsuit, $29.80, forever21.com)

Skirt the issue 

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Hurray! We found a swimdress that’s sexy — not frumpy — so you can cover up without sacrificing style. (Cacique skirted maillot, $74.50, lanebryant.com)

Maraschino moment

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This suit looks like it stepped out of a vintage Coppertone ad — ideal for vintage connoisseurs who prefer their swimwear brand-new. (Esther Williams swimsuit, $66.99, modcloth.com)

Precious jade

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Forever 21 fittingly calls this their "bombshell"—— bikini: Artful shirring, supportive boning and screen-siren styling turn any woman into a man-eater. (Forever 21 bikini top, $12.80, forever21.com)

Steel magnolia

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Retro lines meet modern color in this curve-enhancing suit from ModCloth. (Esther Williams swimsuit, $66.99, modcloth.com)

Just an illusion

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It’s so cool to see one of our favorite bridal and evening gown details — sheer illusion necklines — as part of a super-flattering, tummy-control suit! (Dressbarn sweetheart swimsuit, on sale for $62.30 at dressbarn.com