phathui5 Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 I think they look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca VA Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 I don't really care for them. It's funny that they're touted as modest when they're skin-tight. They also look too much like street clothes, and I think people would wonder why you're wearing a dress and leggings in the pool. For modesty, I really like rash guard-type tops and swim shorts. I recently bought a very modest tankini for my daughter from Lands End (called the Women's Original Sport Tankini) that is adorable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 No, I do not find these suits "too modest". I can't even imagine what "too modest" would mean. How can one be "too modest"? Strange concept. I would assume that when the modest dress isn't about being modest but about letting people around you know you're being modest. There was a good explanation in another thread about modesty not being simply about sexuality but about not seeking attention based solely on how you look. So if you deck yourself out in something that covers most of you but draws a lot of attention, you may want to revisit why exactly you're dressing the way you are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHASRADA Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 So if you deck yourself out in something that covers most of you but draws a lot of attention, you may want to revisit why exactly you're dressing the way you are. Thank you for explaining this concept of "too modest". I find it interesting. I suppose it is possible for a woman to dress in such a way as to purposefully draw attention to her modest dress. However, I don't feel this is often the case. If a person's standard of modesty is in such conflict with that of the society she finds herself in, no matter how hard she may try to "blend in", she will always stand out, by virtue of being more modest than the majority. She is not trying to call attention to herself, but she has to choose between lowering her standards and breaking her principles in order not to appear "different", or accept that she will attract a bit of attention through her modesty, while maintaining her convictions. If we were suddenly transported to a remote village where women wore long skirts but were topless, those of us with a standard of modesty that does not allow for that style of dress would do our best to fit in, wearing similarly styled and colored clothing, for example, but with a top. Yes, we would stand out, perhaps even draw attention to ourselves, but that bit of attention would be preferable to going topless in order to fit in. I believe most women who would wear these suits would do so out of true beliefs, not to "show off" how modest they are, but that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Thank you for explaining this concept of "too modest". I find it interesting. I suppose it is possible for a woman to dress in such a way as to purposefully draw attention to her modest dress. However, I don't feel this is often the case. If a person's standard of modesty is in such conflict with that of the society she finds herself in, no matter how hard she may try to "blend in", she will always stand out, by virtue of being more modest than the majority. She is not trying to call attention to herself, but she has to choose between lowering her standards and breaking her principles in order not to appear "different", or accept that she will attract a bit of attention through her modesty, while maintaining her convictions. If we were suddenly transported to a remote village where women wore long skirts but were topless, those of us with a standard of modesty that does not allow for that style of dress would do our best to fit in, wearing similarly styled and colored clothing, for example, but with a top. Yes, we would stand out, perhaps even draw attention to ourselves, but that bit of attention would be preferable to going topless in order to fit in. I believe most women who would wear these suits would do so out of true beliefs, not to "show off" how modest they are, but that's just me. Well stated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bookfiend Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I'm late to the discussion, and didn't veer off into the 17 pages of reply. However, in response to the OP, I offer the suggestion of board shorts for women. Several are knee length and feature fun, contemporary designs. Pair them with a rash guard, and you will look both modest and normal (as in suited to the culture). I wonder what the bathing suit from the website looks like when it is wet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WishboneDawn Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Thank you for explaining this concept of "too modest". I find it interesting. I suppose it is possible for a woman to dress in such a way as to purposefully draw attention to her modest dress. However, I don't feel this is often the case. If a person's standard of modesty is in such conflict with that of the society she finds herself in, no matter how hard she may try to "blend in", she will always stand out, by virtue of being more modest than the majority. She is not trying to call attention to herself, but she has to choose between lowering her standards and breaking her principles in order not to appear "different", or accept that she will attract a bit of attention through her modesty, while maintaining her convictions. If we were suddenly transported to a remote village where women wore long skirts but were topless, those of us with a standard of modesty that does not allow for that style of dress would do our best to fit in, wearing similarly styled and colored clothing, for example, but with a top. Yes, we would stand out, perhaps even draw attention to ourselves, but that bit of attention would be preferable to going topless in order to fit in. I believe most women who would wear these suits would do so out of true beliefs, not to "show off" how modest they are, but that's just me. I understand. I really don't think those that dress modestly but stand out do it to stand out. I just thought that might be what some meant by too modest. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tylianna Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 I liked some of the styles, but MAN ARE THEY EXPENSIVE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Spam reported. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 LOL!!!! You reported a 2 year old thread as spam? I think they probably would have caught it back then if discussing a brand of swimwear was actually a naughty thing. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I think they are cute. They do kind of look "young". Maybe something else for mama. I do NOT like the different colored skirt on some of them. Or that it is flowy. I would feel like I would drown. Only like 2 of them had that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 LOL!!!! You reported a 2 year old thread as spam? I think they probably would have caught it back then if discussing a brand of swimwear was actually a naughty thing. :lol: :lol: Didn't realize this was old. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 LOL!!!! You reported a 2 year old thread as spam? I think they probably would have caught it back then if discussing a brand of swimwear was actually a naughty thing. :lol: I'm wondering how it is spam? Of course I didn't re-read all 17 pages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plansrme Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Perhaps there was actual spam above the reporter's post, and it was deleted by the moderators before the rest of us saw it. Terri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasar31629 Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I am of the view that when modesty goes so far as to draw MORE attention than if it was relaxed a few notches then one has defeated the purpose. In my view these suits would do that. I've yet to see someone at the beach or pool in a tshirt and legging suit. I feel that there are more modern and modest options. The past two years have been great for the swim short...a boxer-style short for women to wear over their suit. Swim skirts, tankinis, one pieces- tons of options out there that would garner no second glances or outright stares :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELaurie Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 . Also, some of the LandsEnd suits for *adults* are incredibly modest -- they have tankinis that look like tops and skirts. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamom Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I got the pattern on ebay? and made one for my dd. She wore it for about 3 yrs as the leggings and skirt part got shorter and shorter. She loved it!!! I did too. We swam with many people and she never got any odd comments, but never at a public swimming pool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 I am of the view that when modesty goes so far as to draw MORE attention than if it was relaxed a few notches then one has defeated the purpose. :iagree:I know this is an old thread but I so very much agree with this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sahamamama Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Haven't read any other posts, but I would have LOVED these as a teen! I would love these for my daughters during their teen years, and no, I don't think they are "too" modest. They are lovely. Thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocelotmom Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I'm neither Christian nor particularly conservative (though not into revealing clothing either - not on myself and especially not on little kids), and think that they're both adorable and practical from a sun-protection perspective. I don't think I'd have any trouble getting my dress-loving 4 year old to wear one, but can see it being more of a problem for a kid old enough to be sensitive about drawing attention to themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I didn't read all 18 pages of replies..... Too modest in my opinion. Too. much. fabric. And, its really hot and humid where I live, I would literally die of heat in it!! I have a burning question about all of the modesty styles..... why don't they do things like this with boy's/men's clothes?? They get to have trunks with no shirt... and they get to wear pants. And some of them should not be allowed to wear either! I do believe in covering the 3 Bs for girl's/women's clothing. I'll let you guess what the 3 Bs are!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelbe5 Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 (edited) I have not read all replies. I liked the website the OP linked. I have used suits from this company . . . modest and good UV protection. http://www.solartex.com/ Adrianne in IL Edited January 28, 2011 by jelbe5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caitilin Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Perhaps there was actual spam above the reporter's post, and it was deleted by the moderators before the rest of us saw it. Terri Sorry, ladies, I just happened to be on at the right time, and some guys name with no posts was bringing up a bunch of OLD swim suit threads. The mods were just really on the ball today! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpidarkomama Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 We like these: http://www.aquamodesta.net/ They last quite a while too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missesd Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 (edited) sorry, I didn't realize this thread was so old. I am sure the OP found her suit by now!! LOL Edited February 4, 2011 by missesd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TN Mama Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 (edited) . Edited February 4, 2011 by TN Mama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted February 4, 2011 Share Posted February 4, 2011 Zombie thread! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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