This $39 swimsuit is secretly shape wear and slated to be the must-have item of the summer

For many women, the mere thought of baring their midriffs for the duration of the lengthy Australian summer is enough to send us scurrying into hibernation.

Womenswear designer Nancy Ganz recognised this fear, and teamed up with budget retailer BIG W to create the must-have of the summer season which is slated to sell-out long before the warm weather hits.

Enter: The Acapulco One Piece Swimsuit, which retails for a very reasonable $39.

Described as a retro inspired 1950’s style costume, the swimsuit has been modernised with contemporary sophistication while retaining a classic fit.

The garment is suitable for the vast majority of body shapes, flattering a wide range of figures with its feminine lines and tummy-shielding design.

Nancy Ganz ensured the all-in-one was made with targeted power mesh lining across the front which provides firm, unwavering control all day long.

The Acapulco comes in three colour ways, black, teal (pictured) and floral print

‘The ruching across the tummy combined with the fabric technology will offer fabulous tummy control and help smooth any unwanted lines for a flattering fit’ – stylist Donny Galello

The Acapulco comes in three colour ways, black, teal and floral print.

Celebrity stylist Donny Galella spoke to Kidspot about how perfect the Acapulco is for mothers.

‘The ruching across the tummy combined with the fabric technology will offer fabulous tummy control and help smooth any unwanted lines for a flattering fit,’ he said.

‘It’s a complete bargain for $39, given it’s such great quality shape wear swimwear.’