topic Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here! in Fashion

Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

knittybynature — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 01:28:14 GMT

I'm sure I am not the only one going on vacation this spring I'm Mexico bound in March. We are staying at a nice all-adult, all-inclusive resort in Cancun. Can't wait!

Every time this resort season rolls around, I "worry" about what swimsuit to buy. After all, most of my time there will be spent pool/oceanside, and I want to look presentable.

What swimsuits do you love this season? Especially those of you with non-model figures. (I am 38 years old, 5'6", size 10, pretty much the "average" American woman.)

Thanks for sharing!!!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

divine — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 01:50:39 GMT

I don't have a favorite. That's because I'm just not in any way ready...body wise...to even think about wearing a swimsuit. lol...

These are the styles that are supposed to be trending for Summer 2014.

<h2>Halter Plunge One Piece</h2>

La Blanca Desert, Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Palm Print

<h2>Bandeau One Piece</h2>

Luxe Life Bandeau, Trina Turk Pop Wave, Gottex Nouvelle Bandeau

<h2>Bandeau Bikini Set</h2>

Trina Turk Top & Bottom, Mara Hoffman Top & Bottom, La Blanca Top & Bottom

<h2>Fashion One Piece</h2>

Mara Hoffman Garlands, Islad Fever Ruffle, Maaji Parrot Paradise

<h2>Jet-Setter</h2>

Gottex Surplice, Nanette Lepore Guard & Bottom, Mara Hoffman Ganesh

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

knittybynature — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 01:59:11 GMT

Thanks for stepping up to the plate first, Divine! Wouldn't it be amazing if we all looked like those swimsuit models with their tiny waists and long legs? Then ANY swimsuit would be perfect

I like the La Blanca Desert (under Halter Plunge One Piece) and the Gottex Surplice (under Jet-Setter). Both look like they have strategic lines/colors to bring the waist in. The waist is one of my problem areas, so I need all the illusion I can get!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

divine — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 02:24:32 GMT

knitgirl, I too have issues with my waistline. It's the pits, but at least it can be somewhat camouflaged...thank goodness. I think the two choices you mentioned are very nice. I also like all three of the Fashion One Piece suits, especially Islad Fever Ruffle and Maaji Parrot Paradise.

I envy you getting to go to Cancun in March. My anniversary is in March and that's usually when we vacation, but not this year.

I'm sure you'll look fabulous in your swimsuit and you'll have so much fun!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

lulu2 — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 02:38:33 GMT

We were away a few weeks ago and I needed some new bathing suits. What I imagined I'd buy and what I ended up buying were not the same. I made an appointment with a Nordstrom shopper. I was more than pleased with her selections. I am 63 and had I shopped by myself, I would have selected frumpy. The shopper showed me that covering everything isn't always the most flattering style.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

kdbrown9 — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 03:04:23 GMT

Hi Knitgirl - I'm 37 and used to be fluffy (have lost a lot of weight in the past few years and now can wear a two piece again), and I used to (and still really like) wear Land's End swimsuit. Not to imply you are fluffy, just that their suits hide a multitude of sins well My thighs and bum are my trouble spots, and I could always find a flattering style. The quality of their suits is top notch. They are quite affordable considering how long you can use them, and they have some super cute styles. The past few years I have been pleased with the skirted bottoms and matching tops from Target. Not the best quality, but I can afford to buy several colors and interchange them. Hope you have a great time in Mexico - sounds so luxurious!!!!!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

MopsyGirl — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 03:23:42 GMT

I also like Lands End swimsuits. The quality is excellent and mine last for several years, swimming 4+ days a week in the summer. I am fluffy and find a good selection for dealing with my problem areas. I also love that I don't have to worry about falling out (in back or on top!).

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

LDOlvr — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 06:07:26 GMT

Any suit by Gottex. Expensive for totally worth it.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

Tinkerbell3 — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 07:22:47 GMT

Oh, the photos are dreadful- Would not be caught dead in any of those! Bloomindales has beautiful swimwear and I especially like the cover-ups at Talbots.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

shoekitty — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 07:46:48 GMT

I like these!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

shoekitty — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 08:38:53 GMT

On 2/16/2014 Divine said:
I don't have a favorite. That's because I'm just not in any way ready...body wise...to even think about wearing a swimsuit. lol...

These are the styles that are supposed to be trending for Summer 2014.

<h2>Halter Plunge One Piece</h2>

La Blanca Desert, Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Palm Print
<h2>Bandeau One Piece</h2>

Luxe Life Bandeau, Trina Turk Pop Wave, Gottex Nouvelle Bandeau
<h2>Bandeau Bikini Set</h2>

Trina Turk Top & Bottom, Mara Hoffman Top & Bottom, La Blanca Top & Bottom
<h2>Fashion One Piece</h2>

Mara Hoffman Garlands, Islad Fever Ruffle, Maaji Parrot Paradise

<h2>Jet-Setter</h2>

Gottex Surplice, Nanette Lepore Guard & Bottom, Mara Hoffman Ganesh

If I could wear a suit, I would try the first one, super cute.

Divine, check the Sierra thread. He pled. At long last!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

H20gal — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 08:58:53 GMT

I am the same size as you knitgirl, and I get my suits at Athleta, when they have sales. I have so many tankinis and boyshorts or surf shorts from them, and they last forever and are super-cute!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

Cyndog — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 10:01:12 GMT

I like the very first floral 2 piece the best too. A little modern, a little vintage.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

evelomaddict — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 13:42:50 GMT

i love 50's pinup inspired suits.

betty diamond

esther williams also makes a great line of swimwear that is available through modcloth.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

lolakimono — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 14:09:30 GMT

I don't own these, but if I were in the market for a new one I would consider these from LE-

I like this cover up too- (in 3 colors)

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

knittybynature — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:13:01 GMT

Thanks to everyone for sharing your suggestions. I will check around online at the stores you suggested. I am hoping to find a day where I can get to a mall in a bigger city to actually try some on in person. We don't have much in my town, but it is hard to order swimsuits online!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

MacKA — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:17:41 GMT

Went to Mexico last year and wore this suit by Michael Kors. LOVED it!! http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/michael-michael-kors-bandeau-tankini-top-solid-hipster-brief-bottom?ID=758808&CategoryID=63025#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D23%26ruleId%3D84%26slotId%3D22

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

151949 — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:25:05 GMT

We go to the beach a lot - what i see there are mostly young ladies in bikinis almost exclusively ( I would wear one too if I were still young and thin) or everyone who is past the bikini age and body shape usually wear either tankini - skirtini or shortini. Very seldom do i see one piece suits.I think women like the 2 piece for a few reasons !. ease to go to the BR 2. you can but the pieces separately so you can get different size tops and bottoms 3 modesty.

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

MacKA — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:27:39 GMT

If anyone can create a link or post my pic from above I would appreciate it!!!!

Re: Post Your Favorite Swim Wear Here!

peachesncream — Mon, 17 Feb 2014 15:39:01 GMT

Is this the Michael Kors suit?