It’s that time of year again to go shopping for swimsuits. Read on for ideas to make the search for the perfect bathing suit as painless as possible.
Take Time and Take a Friend
Getting a new swimsuit can be intimidating, so take a friend or relative who will tell it like it is (hopefully somewhat kindly) and not just say everything looks great. Sometimes it’s hard to get a good look at one’s own backside in a mirror, so a friend can say if the bikini is hitting all the right places or not covering enough.
Bathing suits are usually not returnable so it’s not a great idea to shop for one in a hurry. The search for the perfect swimsuit is a lot easier when the shopper has a lot of time to pick, choose and try on different bathing suits.
What is Bathing Suit For?
What is the purpose of this bathing suit? Is it for tanning only, swimming or both? Swimming in strong ocean currents or doing laps at the pool, will that strapless number stay up? And although that white bathing suit looks amazing in the store, how see through will it be when it gets wet? Avoid white or very pale colored bathing suits, unless they are for sun tanning in only.
Ideally, look for swimwear that is fashionable and functional. Or get a couple of bathing suits, one for tanning, one for swimming and perhaps another that can be good for both.
Swimwear and Knowing Body Shape
With bathing suits it’s best to remember how one’s own body is shaped, and not necessarily go with the latest fashions. Some bathing suit styles really only look good on mannequins and women with model proportions. Unless very fit, certain styles like thong bikinis, maillot cutouts and other racy-styled bathing suits should be left to runway models.
Also, don’t buy a bathing suit based on what it looks like when the shopper is sucking in her gut. When at the beach or poolside, the idea is to relax, not be worrying about sucking it all in.
Get a Bathing Suit that Fits
Don’t be dictated by the size number on the swimsuit, go for what fits. Just because a person always wears size 12, doesn’t mean a size 12 works when it comes to a bathing suit. If the swimsuit looks like it is cutting into the flesh or parts are overflowing out, it’s too tight. If it’s sagging around the butt or there is too much room in the bikini top, it’s too big. A bathing suit should fit properly, provide support where needed and look good. Go up or down sizes as needed. If the number on the suit is bothersome, cut it off after it’s purchased.
Another idea is to buy swimwear that comes in separate pieces. If a woman is top heavy, maybe a bigger sized top is needed and a smaller bottom. Or the reverse, if she is more pear-shaped then a bigger bottom is needed and a smaller top.
Tips for getting a good bathing suit include shopping with a trusted friend, knowing the purpose of the swimwear, being realistic about one’s body shape and making sure the swimsuit fits right.
Author Twinkle Brar
Take Time and Take a Friend
Getting a new swimsuit can be intimidating, so take a friend or relative who will tell it like it is (hopefully somewhat kindly) and not just say everything looks great. Sometimes it’s hard to get a good look at one’s own backside in a mirror, so a friend can say if the bikini is hitting all the right places or not covering enough.
Bathing suits are usually not returnable so it’s not a great idea to shop for one in a hurry. The search for the perfect swimsuit is a lot easier when the shopper has a lot of time to pick, choose and try on different bathing suits.
What is Bathing Suit For?
What is the purpose of this bathing suit? Is it for tanning only, swimming or both? Swimming in strong ocean currents or doing laps at the pool, will that strapless number stay up? And although that white bathing suit looks amazing in the store, how see through will it be when it gets wet? Avoid white or very pale colored bathing suits, unless they are for sun tanning in only.
Ideally, look for swimwear that is fashionable and functional. Or get a couple of bathing suits, one for tanning, one for swimming and perhaps another that can be good for both.
Swimwear and Knowing Body Shape
With bathing suits it’s best to remember how one’s own body is shaped, and not necessarily go with the latest fashions. Some bathing suit styles really only look good on mannequins and women with model proportions. Unless very fit, certain styles like thong bikinis, maillot cutouts and other racy-styled bathing suits should be left to runway models.
Also, don’t buy a bathing suit based on what it looks like when the shopper is sucking in her gut. When at the beach or poolside, the idea is to relax, not be worrying about sucking it all in.
Get a Bathing Suit that Fits
Don’t be dictated by the size number on the swimsuit, go for what fits. Just because a person always wears size 12, doesn’t mean a size 12 works when it comes to a bathing suit. If the swimsuit looks like it is cutting into the flesh or parts are overflowing out, it’s too tight. If it’s sagging around the butt or there is too much room in the bikini top, it’s too big. A bathing suit should fit properly, provide support where needed and look good. Go up or down sizes as needed. If the number on the suit is bothersome, cut it off after it’s purchased.
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Another idea is to buy swimwear that comes in separate pieces. If a woman is top heavy, maybe a bigger sized top is needed and a smaller bottom. Or the reverse, if she is more pear-shaped then a bigger bottom is needed and a smaller top.
Tips for getting a good bathing suit include shopping with a trusted friend, knowing the purpose of the swimwear, being realistic about one’s body shape and making sure the swimsuit fits right.
Author Twinkle Brar
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