PSA: $10 grab bag suits again

[mrs.jacinthe]

Last time we did one of the "what have you bought lately" threads, someone asked me about the $10 grab bag suits from the lifeguard store.  I highly recommend them, and they're on again until tomorrow, I think.  So, in case you need a suit, know your size, and don't care about color/pattern/brand:

www.thelifeguardstore.com/productcart/pc/Everything-Under-10-c1699.htm

Shipping is reasonable and the company is trustworthy.

[Raggedeannie]

I could use a one-piece but have nooo idea how sizing works. Hrm.

[mrs.jacinthe]

Apr 15, 2014 12:49:41 GMT -5 Raggedeannie said:

I could use a one-piece but have nooo idea how sizing works. Hrm.

Generally speaking, it's bra band size.  If you're tall, you may want to go up a size, if you're short, you may want to go down a size.  MOST competitive swimmers I know buy their suits 2-3 sizes down.  I wear a 36, but I'm a semi-fatty (especially compared to your typical swimmer).  I wear a 12-14 pants, size medium shirt, and have a long torso.  I *probably* should order a 40 by the site, but size down because I'm comfortable only when totally squished.  I think Susie has said she's a size 6 and wears a 28. 

The sale is on until tomorrow at noon, I think, so you may want to find a local Dick's or Sports Authority or somewhere and try a few on until you figure out your size - basically, the straps should not be able to be pulled up to your earlobes and the girls should stay where you put them without shifting for a correct fit.  There's an option on the LGS website for a $10 pick-your-brand suit, so if you try on, say, a nike suit and determine that you're a 32 ... you can order your brand from them to ensure a correct fit.  

[gretchenindisguise]

Thanks for this heads-up. I just ordered two