Funkita Womens Size Guide

This size guide covers the full Funkita Women's Training Swimwear range, including one-piece swimsuits, tankinis, crop tops, and briefs. The range includes styles for all body types and preferences — from high-coverage training suits to lighter leisure styles — as well as a dedicated FunkitaForm range for fuller bust support, mastectomy pocketing, and added comfort features.

Sizing is based on chest, waist, hip, and body loop measurements. The body loop is the most important measurement for one-piece swimsuits. The range covers UK sizes 28–44 (AUS 6–22).

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How to Measure — Funkita Women's
How to measure for Funkita women's swimwear

Measure in centimetres with a soft tape measure taken directly against the skin or over light underwear. Four measurements are used to find the best Funkita fit.

  • Body Loop — the most important measurement for one-piece swimsuits. Start at the shoulder, run the tape down the front of the body, through the crotch, and back up to the same shoulder point. This ensures the suit fits the full length of the torso without pulling or gaping.
  • Chest — measure around the fullest part of the chest, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
  • Waist — measure around the narrowest part of the waistline, usually just above the belly button.
  • Hips — measure around the fullest part of the hips and seat, keeping the tape parallel to the floor.
Size 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44
UK Size 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44
UK Dress Size Ladies 6 Ladies 8 Ladies 10 Ladies 12 Ladies 14 Ladies 16 Ladies 18 Ladies 20 Ladies 22
US 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44
AUS 6 / XXS 8 / XS 10 / S 12 / M 14 / L 16 / XL 18 / XXL 20 22
France 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 50
Body Measurements (cm)
Body Loop (cm) 143–148 148–153 153–158 158–163 163–168 168–173 173–178 178–183 183–188
Chest (cm) 75–80 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100 100–105 105–110 110–115 115–120
Waist (cm) 55–60 60–65 65–70 70–75 75–80 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100
Hips (cm) 80–85 85–90 90–95 95–100 100–105 105–110 110–115 115–120 120–125

UK and US sizes are equivalent. AUS sizes shown with letter equivalent where applicable. Use the body loop as the primary measurement for one-piece swimsuits. If between sizes, speak to a member of staff at Allens.

Training One Pieces

Single Strap One Piece

Full front lined, moderate high leg, single bind shoulder straps with criss-cross back. Less coverage across shoulders for freedom of movement.

Diamond Back One Piece

Full front lined, moderate leg height and rear coverage. Extra fabric panel across back with double bind straps for a firm-fitted comfortable style.

Strapped In One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, single bind straps criss-cross down back. Great for longer torsos wanting extra length.

Tie Me Tight One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, reduced rear coverage. Single bind straps tie at the centre back — adjustable for different body lengths.

Twisted One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, reduced rear coverage. Single bind shoulder straps converge into a twist at the back. Minimal torso and back coverage.

Single Strength One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, slim rear coverage. Single bind shoulder straps with reduced panels. Suited to slim body types preferring less fabric.

Brace Free One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, minimal torso and back coverage. Smooth neckline with wide flat elastic shoulder straps. Suited to slim body types.

Bond Girl One Piece

High leg, reduced rear coverage. Single bind straps criss-cross back. Bonded tape runs down torso. Reduced lining — suits those preferring minimal coverage.

Locked In Lucy One Piece

Stylish full back, moderate leg. Wider triple bind straps, shelf bra and double lining for a more flattering, supported look.

Sky Hi One Piece

Double front and back lining, shelf lining, all-over compressive fit. Moderate leg, open teardrop back. Adjustable straps for different body lengths. Leisure and recreational use.

Eclipse One Piece

Full front lined, moderate leg with eclipse-shaped back cutout for added coverage and support. Wide flat elastic shoulder straps. Suits those preferring wider straps.

High Leg One Piece

Full front lined, high leg, slim rear coverage. Single bind shoulder straps. Suited to slim body types preferring less fabric for a lighter suit.

High Coverage One Pieces

Long Shot One Piece

Double front and rear lined, full coverage. High leg height and full rear coverage. Complete sun protection on upper body. Full arms, high back and high neck. Back zip fastening with fabric cord.

Love Cover One Piece

Double front and rear lined, full coverage. Moderate leg, full rear coverage. Complete sun protection on upper body — full arms, high back and high neck with back zip fastening and fabric cord.

Hi Flyer One Piece

Double front and back lining with all-over compressive fit. Moderate leg height, high back neckline. Additional back zip with fabric cord and panel. Leisure and recreational use.

Secure One Pieces — Period Protection

All styles named "Secure" include a built-in absorbent gusset lining providing discreet light flow protection, allowing women to swim with confidence during their period.

Single Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, moderate leg. Single bind shoulder straps with criss-cross back. Period protection gusset lining included.

Diamond Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, moderate leg and rear coverage. Diamond back panel with double bind straps. Period protection gusset lining included.

Strapped Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, high leg, single bind straps criss-cross down back. Period protection gusset lining included.

Tie Me Tight Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, high leg. Single bind straps tie at centre back. Period protection gusset lining included.

Kneesuits

Funkita kneesuits provide full upper leg coverage for training and competition. The Secure versions include a built-in absorbent gusset lining for period protection — the standard versions do not.

Fast Training One Piece

Full front lined, full upper leg coverage. Wide elastic straps. Built for serious training. No period protection.

Fast Legs One Piece

Full front lined, full upper leg coverage and fabric panelling for a smooth fit. Wide flat elastic shoulder straps. No period protection.

Fast Training Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, full upper leg coverage. Wide elastic straps. Built for serious training. Absorbent gusset lining — period protection included.

Fast Legs Secure One Piece Period protection

Full front lined, full upper leg coverage and fabric panelling. Wide flat elastic shoulder straps. Absorbent gusset lining — period protection included.

FunkitaForm — Support & Mastectomy Range

The FunkitaForm range is designed for fuller bust support, featuring padded cups, mastectomy pocketing, shelf bra support, and underwire options across a selection of one-piece, tankini, and zip-front styles.

Brace Me Back One Piece

Princess-line side panels, low leg. Wide criss-cross back straps with mini keyhole. Double front lining, shelf bra, padded cups and mastectomy pocketing. DD–E cup.

Ruched One Piece

Fashion and function. Gathered style with flattering bust support and slimming panelling. Adjustable straps, double front lining, shelf bra, padded cups and mastectomy pocketing. DD–E cup.

Zip Front One Piece

Exceptional coverage with full back, wide fabric straps, nicely shaped lower leg cut. Powermesh lining, DD–E underwire. Zip creates a flattering neckline. Mastectomy pocketing included.

Scoop Neck One Piece

Adjustable straps to fit different body lengths. Padded cups and mastectomy pocketing included.

Scoop Neck Tankini

Firm fitting tankini. Adjustable straps sculpt shape. Padded cups and mastectomy pocketing included.

Zip Front Tankini

Exceptional coverage, full back, wide fabric straps, D–E underwire. Zip creates flattering neckline. Mastectomy pocketing included.

Crop Tops, Tankinis & Briefs

Sports Top

Firm fitting racer back sports crop top. Wide elastic for underbust support and front lining. Double bind straps.

Swim Crop Top

Racerback crop top with single bind shoulder straps, supportive back panel with flat underbust elastic and removable padding.

Hi Light Swim Top

Fully supported padded underwire crop top. Wide underbust elastic with smooth adjustable shoulder and back straps. D–E cup. Mastectomy pocketing and full front coverage.

Hold Steady Crop Top

Fully supported padded underwire crop top with wide underbust and adjustable shoulder and back straps. Mastectomy pocketing and full front coverage for D–E cups.

Tri Top

Simple triangle shaped cup with narrow underbust elastic and adjustable single straps crossing over at the back. Suitable for A–C cups.

Sports Brief / Hipster Brief

Classic brief sitting over the hips with smooth flat elastic waistband, internal drawcord and front lining. Moderate leg height and drawcord. Sold separately.

Swim Boy Leg Brief

Comfortable boy leg brief with wide waistband, drawcord, full lining and full rear coverage. Side length 27cm. Drawcord. Sold separately.

Sports Secure Swim Brief Period protection

Period protection brief. Classic brief style with smooth flat elastic waistband, internal drawcord, front lining, and absorbent gusset lining.

Fit Notes — Funkita Women's Swimwear
  • The body loop is the most important measurement for one-piece swimsuits. A suit that is too short in the body loop will pull at the shoulders and be uncomfortable — always measure this first.
  • If measurements suggest different sizes, prioritise the body loop, then chest. Waist and hip are secondary guides for one-piece suits.
  • Styles showing the Period protection symbol include a built-in absorbent gusset lining providing discreet light flow protection, allowing women to swim with confidence during their period.
  • The FunkitaForm range features padded cups, shelf bra support, mastectomy pocketing, and underwire options. If you require a FunkitaForm style, speak to a member of staff at Allens who can advise on the best style for your needs.
  • Styles noted as suited to slim body types (Single Strength, Brace Free, Bond Girl) have reduced back or torso coverage and less fabric — for more coverage and support, the Diamond Back or Single Strap styles are recommended.
  • Rinse in cold fresh water after every session and allow to dry naturally away from direct sunlight.
  • Unsure? Contact our team or call +44 1827 330600.
Frequently Asked Questions — Funkita Women's Swimwear

Take four measurements — body loop, chest, waist, and hips — and match to the size table above. The body loop is the most important measurement for one-piece swimsuits. UK and US sizes are equivalent; AUS sizes are shown with letter equivalents. If measurements fall between sizes, speak to a member of staff at Allens.

The body loop is a full-length torso measurement taken from one shoulder, down the front of the body, through the crotch, and back up to the same shoulder point. It is the most reliable guide for one-piece swimsuit fit and is unique to Funkita sizing. A suit that is too short in the body loop will pull at the shoulders and be uncomfortable — always measure this first.

All styles with "Secure" in the name include a built-in absorbent gusset lining for discreet light flow protection. In the one-piece range these are: Single Secure, Diamond Secure, Strapped Secure, and Tie Me Tight Secure. In the kneesuit range: Fast Training Secure and Fast Legs Secure. The Sports Secure Swim Brief also includes period protection. These look identical to the standard versions and the lining is completely discreet.

FunkitaForm is Funkita's range designed for fuller bust support and post-mastectomy swimwear. Styles in this range include padded cups, shelf bra support, mastectomy pocketing, and underwire options. The range includes one-piece, tankini, zip-front, and crop top styles. Speak to a member of staff at Allens if you would like help choosing the right FunkitaForm style for your needs.

For maximum back coverage and support, the Diamond Back or Locked In Lucy are popular choices. For a lighter suit with less fabric, the Single Strength, Brace Free, or Bond Girl suit slimmer body types. For full sun protection and high coverage, the Long Shot or Love Cover provide complete upper body coverage. For leisure swimming with all-over compression, the Sky Hi or Hi Flyer are well suited. Speak to our team at Allens if you would like guidance on the best style for you.

Yes. The Funkita crop tops and swim tops are designed to be worn with the Sports Brief, Hipster Brief, or Swim Boy Leg Brief, which are sold separately. This allows you to mix and match patterns across your wardrobe and choose coverage levels that suit you. Use your chest measurement to size the top and your hip measurement to size the brief.

Rinse in cold fresh water after every session to remove chlorine and salt. Allow to dry naturally away from direct sunlight — do not tumble dry or wring. Funkita's chlorine-resistant fabric is designed for regular pool use and will maintain its colour and shape with proper care.