My friend's community pool and water park is opening in two weeks and I desperately needed something to wear...
I didn't buy a swimsuit at last year's sales because I was determined that the post-pregnancy weight gain was temporary and this time next (this) year, I would be back in my old swimsuit that used to make my husband's head spin.
HA! Not even close, sister.
Rather than deal with the inevitable emotional roller coaster brought on by the glare of department store florescent lights on my flab and stretch marks as I reject one swimsuit after another, I did what any respectable woman would do...
I took my measurements and bought swimsuit off the Internet... Ta-da!
On LandsEnd.com, to be exact.
Sure, that may be where your grandma buys her swimwear, but who are we kidding...
It requires a considerable amount of fabric to cover this considerable behind and no over-priced, skimpy J.Crew swimsuit, with its string for "support" tops and Kleenex-sized bottoms, will do.
Oh, there were grandma suits to be had for sure, but I picked out two tankinis- fun, yet modest enough to chase after my son without a boob or stomach flab falling out. One was even on sale- whew-hew!
I was pleasantly surprise when the package arrive this afternoon. The one on sale was a bit tight getting on, but fit just fine and the other was puuuuur-fect.
The bottom is still on back order, but the top looks awesome. It's fitted at the bust and flares out a bit on the sides, gracefully skimming the pudge in a non-obvious, slimming way.
It's just like something I would wear on a night out. Maybe I just will.... hmm.
Here's a photo of it....
Update from Lands End:
Dear GHD,
I’m writing on behalf of Lands’ End online and was wondering if you’d be interested in working with us to help your readers find the perfect swimsuit. I recently came across your “Now, we’re ready for summer” post. I’m so glad that you were able to find two swimsuits that you liked and that fit so great. From my own experience, I definitely know that this is not always so easy.
At Lands’ End, we understand the anxiety that comes with shopping for a swimsuit. Our research indicates that 78 percent of women confess to feeling anxious and self-conscious in how they look in their swimsuit, while nearly 82 percent of women stated they feel as though others “judge” them when in a swimsuit. To help, Lands’ End has created the following products and tools for women to find the most comfortable and stylish suit for their specific body type:
Lands’ End Swim Finder: With hundreds of swimsuits available online, the Swim Finder narrows down the search through distinct personalized criteria: Suit Style, Bra Style, Anxiety Zones, Body Shape, Suit Color, Fit and Collections. Based on the input, Swim Finder then selects the best swimsuits to fit, flatter and offer up beachside confidence.
Suit Variety and Choice: From Slenderizing suits to a full range of swimsuit sizes, including regular, petite, long torso (sizes 6-18) and plus (sizes 16W-26W), Lands’ End has a suit for every woman.
Custom Suits: Lands’ End offers women the perfect way to ensure they feel confident on the beach or poolside with Custom Swimsuits. Tailor-made to fit each woman’s one-of-a-kind body, the custom made suit can be created in three easy steps by visiting www.landsend.com/customsuit.
Personal Shopping Assistants: Shopping assistants are not just for celebrities. Lands’ End offers a variety of expert shopping services, free of charge. Professional Swim Fit Experts, each with more than 500 hours of training, take calls 24 hours a day, offering swimwear fit tips, advice and suggestions.
To help you and your readers gear up for swim season, I’d like to invite you and your readers to submit questions to Michele Casper, Swim Fit expert and former stylist for Lands’ End, about finding the right swimsuit. Michele will provide expert advice and tips to combat swimsuit anxiety and help your readers feel more confident this summer.
I’d love to work with you on this, so please let me know if this sounds interesting. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch anytime.
Warm regards,
Marjie Trautt
Fleishman-Hillard
You heard her ladies, they want your questions. Feel free to post your swimsuit questions here!
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