is this type of swimsuit ugly?

[jennlin]

i bought one similar to this as my "mom" swimsuit. i need something to cover my stretch marks at least until they fade. i haven't worn a one piece suit since i was like 7, so i feel super awkward in anything other than a bikini...but my belly isn't ready for it.

[MrsH2010]

I like it!

[picksthemusic]

TBH, it's NMS. I'd still feel really exposed in something like that, but I have body image issues anyway. The ones I like are on Lane Bryant's website (lots of coverage/support for bigger ladies).

[Deleted]

I think its cute. I'd wear something like that.

[amandasw]

it's ok, what about something retro? I keep seeings ones like this and think they are totally adorable even though I haven't worn a one-piece in forever.



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[madDawg228]

I agree with picks, I think that still exposes A LOT. But I'm a prude when it comes to swimsuits. I like the look of the swimsuit and think it's really pretty (the ruffle is CUTE!), but the exposure of the sides and boobs (it looks like big boobs would fall right out) would have me nervous.

[jennlin]

those are super cute amanda, where'd you find the photos? i don't know how i'd feel in it though cause it might be *too* covered up...

[jennlin]

May 23, 2012 18:48:47 GMT -5 madDawg228 said:

I agree with picks, I think that still exposes A LOT. But I'm a prude when it comes to swimsuits. I like the look of the swimsuit and think it's really pretty (the ruffle is CUTE!), but the exposure of the sides and boobs (it looks like big boobs would fall right out) would have me nervous.

the one i bought doesn't open nearly as low. but it also has ruffle.

[amandasw]

May 23, 2012 18:48:52 GMT -5 jennlin said:

those are super cute amanda, where'd you find the photos? i don't know how i'd feel in it though cause it might be *too* covered up...

those are, of course, from the terrible website modcloth. ugh. their stuff is SO cute and yet so expensive. I also haven't pulled the trigger because I'm sure H would give me a big and I'm pretty pro two-piece. But if I find one for a good price I think I'll do it because they are just too cute.

[jennlin]

mod cloth takes a long time in shipping, right? and what about returns? i've never ordered anything from them. and holy crap, i'm leaving in two weeks.

[amandasw]

May 23, 2012 18:55:14 GMT -5 jennlin said:

mod cloth takes a long time in shipping, right? and what about returns? i've never ordered anything from them. and holy crap, i'm leaving in two weeks.

hmm, I don't think the shipping was too bad, but it is a sucky policy. I think I lost my shipping $$ although they will refund the item. But I keep seeing new banners about shipping stuff, so they may have new policies. I know there are several retro websites with swimsuits though so you could look around a little.

[jennlin]

May 23, 2012 18:57:30 GMT -5 @amandasw said:

May 23, 2012 18:55:14 GMT -5 jennlin said:

mod cloth takes a long time in shipping, right? and what about returns? i've never ordered anything from them. and holy crap, i'm leaving in two weeks.

hmm, I don't think the shipping was too bad, but it is a sucky policy. I think I lost my shipping $$ although they will refund the item. But I keep seeing new banners about shipping stuff, so they may have new policies. I know there are several retro websites with swimsuits though so you could look around a little.

ahhhh..i don't think i'd order it anyway. it's super cute, but i dunno if it would work for me.

[emyinpink]

I don't love something about it.....maybe it's the side ties plus the ruffles? one-pieces I like that are a bit more revealing

shop.nordstrom.com/s/robin-piccone-penelope-crochet-overlay-one-piece-swimsuit/3325715

shop.nordstrom.com/s/la-blanca-glimmer-girl-shirred-one-piece-bandeau-swimsuit/3252112

shop.nordstrom.com/s/trina-turk-bali-hai-plunge-one-piece-swimsuit/3296131

shop.nordstrom.com/s/ella-moss-vintage-one-piece-swimsuit/3303872

(other color on sale): shop.nordstrom.com/s/ella-moss-vintage-one-piece-swimsuit/3335695

shop.nordstrom.com/s/tommy-bahama-pearl-one-piece-swimsuit/3186342

shop.nordstrom.com/s/splendid-marcel-one-piece-bandeau-swimsuit/3251350

shop.nordstrom.com/s/tommy-bahama-pearl-shirred-one-piece-bandeau-swimsuit/3251953

shop.nordstrom.com/s/vix-swimwear-bia-one-piece-swimsuit/3166391

[tacocat]

I have a one piece similar to the one that Amanda posted... I love it. I never thought I would like something like it but it is a lot of fun.

[Deleted]

I wear tankini's most of the time. I've always found that LandsEnd has cute suits. They have a tankini top similar to the one Amanda posted.

www.landsend.com/pp/womens-beach-living-princess-tankini-top~235846_59.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::BID&CM_MERCH=IDX_swimwear-_-women&origin=index

and it's a mix and match suit so you pick the style bottom you want to go with it. That's the other thing I like about Lands End.. so easy to create your own look. Also they have a great return policy!

The top I currently have is the same style as this: www.landsend.com/pp/womens-beach-living-orchid-floral-v-neck-tankini-top~235874_59.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::UX2&CM_MERCH=IDX_swimwear-_-women&origin=index

[Deleted]

I was going to come over and post the Ella moss one that EIP posted. I love that suit.

[Deleted]

I would wear that and I'm 23.. so I wouldn't call it ugly or "mom-like" honestly

[jennlin]

Well that's a fail. I tried on the one I bought today (I really hate trying it on in the store) and it doesn't fit. It's a large and it's way too small. BOO. I refuse XL. I will explore some other options at the mall tomorrow.

[larzhope]

not a huge fan, but my saddlebags are too big for a string bikini, so if you can pull it off, more power to you!

[Deleted]

Yeah, I don't like it. The deep V with ruffles PLUS the mucho cut out sides is too much. Mostly it's the side thing I really don't like.

What don't you like about tankinis?

[jennlin]

May 23, 2012 23:16:25 GMT -5 @ksta said:

What don't you like about tankinis?

i always feel like they'd come up in the water...i don't know. an irrational fear, considering how little i'm used to wearing in the water

[Deleted]

What about embracing super-retro 2 pieces? 50s styles had high waists and can be cute.

www.pinupgirlclothing.com/vintage-pinup-high-waisted-short-with-matching-sarong-in-black-cherry-from-pinup-couture.html (They have several patterns in that style)

[jennlin]

i don't think the size of my butt can pull off high waist!! omg! i can envision it now, and it's not pretty!

[jennlin]

i really like the 3rd one EIP posted..but i like solids...i also don't want to spend that much cause i feel like i won't be wearing it for more than just this trip....cause.....hopefully by next year my body will be back to normal?

[Deleted]

They have some one pieces that might work... www.landsend.com/ix/swimwear-swimsuits/Swim/Women/Shop-by-Silhouette/one-pieces/index.html?seq=1~2~3~4~5&catNumbers=644~645~2742~2743&visible=1~2~1~1~1&store=le&sort=Recommended&pageSize=72&tab=6

[emyinpink]

May 23, 2012 23:27:38 GMT -5 jennlin said:

i really like the 3rd one EIP posted..but i like solids...i also don't want to spend that much cause i feel like i won't be wearing it for more than just this trip....cause.....hopefully by next year my body will be back to normal?

here are some similar solid slightly cheaper versions.

www.jcrew.com/womens_category/swim/onepiecetanks/PRDOVR~27781/27781.jsp

www.jcrew.com/womens_category/swim/onepiecetanks/PRDOVR~84520/84520.jsp

www.jcrew.com/womens_category/swim/onepiecetanks/PRDOVR~27659/27659.jsp

www.jcrew.com/womens_category/swim/onepiecetanks/PRDOVR~62705/62705.jsp

www.victoriassecret.com/swimwear/one-piece/firm-control-twist-front-one-piece-magicsuit?ProductID=14403&CatalogueType=OLS

www.victoriassecret.com/swimwear/one-piece/ruched-one-piece-dkny?ProductID=4603&CatalogueType=OLS

[sarack]

i think it's cute but i agree that it probably exposes a lot. try yours on and let's see!

[jennlin]

psst. sara, see above. i did try it on. and it covers my stretch marks just fine (they're very centralized), but for some weird reason, it's too small/short. which then makes boob coverage minimal. i need a different suit!