Meg.
Okay, so 2 weeks today im going to france and i desperatley need a new swimsuit, i don't exactly have much money atm and i cant borrow any off my mum cos she has paid for me to go to france with my cousins, her and my brother/sister/stepdad to go to turkey and so i need a cheapish, tummy control swimsuit.. i really can't stand to even look at myself in a mirror so i don't wanna ruin everyone's holiday by not going swimming (what we will be doing pretty much every day) and i don't wanna wear a tankini, and i actually threw up when my cousin made me try on a bikini, so i really need something cheap.. and i also need some new, oversized, sunglasses at a cheaper price...
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Target has some surprisingly good swimsuits. Go with a wrap or shorts if you're not a fan of your thighs, you can take it off when you're actually IN the water. Oversize sunglasses rock. Aviator are cool, but for the beach oversize, white or tortoise are best.
The suit itself:
Small on Top
* If you're small on top, you may want to try the newest, little swimsuits from Brazil. The Brazilian woman is generally smaller on top than the American girl, and their swimsuits are cut accordingly.
* Look for tops with a touch of padding, or an under wire, demi-bra style that makes the most of a beautiful, dainty, bust line. Try to find a top with adjustable straps at shoulders and around back so that you can tighten and adjust things, to help fill out the top line.
* You are very lucky that you have the body to wear those cute, ruffled tops that are so hot right now, so go for it. And as for bandeau tops, only you can wear those well. You can also show off in those tiny, tri-tops that the big busted girls only dream about.
* Avoid tops with too much fabric or have a poor fit. Opt for separates, where you can choose your top and bottom separately.
Big on Top
You may need some extra support; underwire tops can work well and look great.
* Halter-top bikinis can be a good choice by offering support, while providing some sexy cleavage too. Look for styles that are banded around the midriff and can be tied in back and around the neck. This style will give you some lift and will allow you to make adjustments for a personal fit.
* Look for one-piece swimsuits with some structure in the bust, such as soft foam cups or at least, a shelf bra. Straight cut bust styles such as a classic tank can look clean and sporty. Wide shoulder straps will also be much more comfortable than thin, spaghetti straps.
* Avoid strapless bandeau tops and those tiny, tri-tops that offer minimal coverage. Again, make sure to get a suit where you can order the top and bottom sizes separately.
Short Legs or Torso
* Play up your figure by finding a suit that is cut high on the thigh. This will make your leg look much longer. If you have curvy hips, then all the better. This cut will accentuate your smaller waist and give you a flirty look.
* Youâve probably already heard that vertical stripes can visually lengthen the body. Well, hereâs another trick. Wear a solid bottom bikini with a printed top. This will draw the eye upward and give you a longer look.
* A solid, one-piece suit with a plunging neckline creates a continual, long appearance and is absolutely, drop dead sexy to boot!
* Avoid boy shorts and skirted bikinis as they draw the eye downward and can make you look shorter.
Long Body Shape
Clothes drape beautifully on you and your legs go on and on. But, you do need to make sure that you do not look like a bean pole at the beach in your swimsuit.
* You can go wild with the embellishments at the hips and bust line. Rings, jewels, ties and bows are all good things for you.
* Try horizontal stripes and nappy fabrics, such as stretch terry and velvet.
* Youâll look smashing in those super bright colors that are so, âin,â right now.
* If you want a one-piece swimsuit, try one of the latest, cut-out suits. It will break up your long torso, just like a bikini does.
* Boy shorts are just the thing for your slim hips. Oh, and those cute, ruffled skirts and cover-ups? Theyâre made just for you!
* Avoid up and down stripes, high necklines and dark, solid colors.
No Waist
No problem. Itâs not that you donât have a waist, itâs that you hips are slim.
* If you don't have many curves, create some by wearing one-piece suit with a high-on-the-thigh cut. A belted waistline on a one-piece suit will give the appearance of a whittled middle. So will a draped, surplice detail that pinches in at the waist, or a curvy seam line that runs down each side of the torso.
* Bikinis are good for you. Add some illusion at the hips with rings, ruffles and bows. If youâre small on top, go for a strapless bandeau. Go for a dark, solid bottom and a wildly printed or embellished top.
* Avoid solid-colored or horizontal striped one-pieces.
Wide shoulders
Youâre strong, confident and statuesqueâ¦a goddess.
Balance is the key word here. You will want to play up the bottom of your torso and minimize the top.
* Wear bikini bottoms that have lots of color and print and also sport accents at the hips such as ties, belts and sashes. The new, moderate cut bottom was made for you. Also, wide shoulder straps and square necklines can make you look fabulous.
* Avoid the âVâ silhouette by staying away from those plunging neck lines or teeny, tiny bikini bottoms.
Plus size figure
Show a little skin in just the right places and you will look seductively svelte and super sexy!
* Look for one-piece swimsuits with lace or mesh inserts. A st
When did swimsuits get so expensive?
markatger
I can't believe the average prices... $40 for just a top or just a bottom. Top and bottom together or a one peice will cost near $80-90. That's nuts. Seems like just a couple years ago you could get a suit for less than $50. Am I crazy or did suits go way up in price in recent years. Whats the cause?
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Prices have gone up, but then, so has everything else. (Been to the gas pump lately?)
As a swimwear designer and retailer, I can tell you that a lot goes into making a high quality swimsuit, even though it comes in a very, small package. The costs of materials have gone up, as have labor costs, fittings, sample and pattern making, shipping, etc.
To keep costs down, some companies have gone overseas for production, but the workmanship and the fit was so bad, that they have recently come back to the US, or Brazil, to have their swimsuits manufactured, even though it costs more.
So, if you see a suit that was made in China, Sri Lanka, or India, make sure to look it over carefully and be don't forget to try it on before you buy it. It might be fine, then again, it might not.
There are some excellent places to buy discount swimwear right now. Many online stores are having sales on their 2006 swimsuits. You might also try the Tropi-Ties Discount Outlet on Ebay. Also, if you wait until summer, the prices actually go way down as this is the slowest time of the year for the swimwear industry. Most people buy their bathing suits in the spring.
Good luck shopping and I hope I have answered your question.
C.
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