Most women dread bathing suit shopping at some point in our lives. No matter what your body type, it has to be one of the most annoying, irritating, frustrating experiences -- right up there with jeans shopping.

Searching for the right suit after a mastectomy? Talking about adding even more fuel to the fire! Being that breast reconstructions don't always produce thrilling results (consider Suzanne Somers' experience before her stem cell breast reconstruction), and sometimes reconstruction isn't even an option, hunting down a comfortable, figure-flattering style can certainly be a challenge. Now, thankfully, there's swimwear designed with these women in mind. Here, six of the prettiest swimsuits for brave breast cancer survivors ...