Wendi Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I don't like to show a lot of cleavage in a bathing suit, but I'm a busty and slightly overweight woman. Bathing suits that don't look too revealing on the hanger show too much cleavage for me! :glare: There are so many styles that look cute and reasonably modest on the model in the catalog, but they don't cover enough for me. Anyone else have this problem? Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 My beloved 16 year old is a 34G. Trying to find a suit that looks nice is practically impossible when you also want to look modest. We did luck out this year at Marshalls for once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowbeltmom Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Have you tried Lands End? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GnomeyNewt Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 These might be pricey, but I've come to the conclusion that bathing suits are expensive! I haven't bought a bathing suit in 5+ years and my last one finally died after my DH put it in the dryer. I got the cherry one piece suit from Mod Cloth and it shipped free! They have the most modest swimwear I've seen in years and I love the suit so much! http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinyhappypeople Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I'm right there with you. Plus sized chest + average (slightly chubby) body means I can't find anything that fits properly - at least nothing in my price range. I gave up and bought a pair of Danskin bike shorts and I'm getting something like this yoga tank. At least I won't feel like everything is falling out. :tongue_smilie: It will cost $20 or less and should do the job admirably, so I'm content. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am of no assistance whatsoever except to say that I consider bathing suit shopping to be single worst agony any mother ever has to go through in regards to her personal well-being and I'd rather have my head slammed repeatedly in the car door than ever have to shop for another one!!! I wear a pair of swim trunks that were in the bathing suit separates section, a really nice quick dry sports bra from Dick's Sporting goods and a nice women's rash guard shirt over the bra. I love it. I'm not large busted but I used to get so tired of adjusting the bathing suit as it shifted and of course one pieces are heinous to get on and off anyway in the bathroom. I hate most bathing suit tops because I'm smaller busted so if I buy one that fits for my hips, it's way too large on top. UGH! Now I don't worry. I'm not a fashion plate by any stretch but I don't care. I can romp around with the boys at the lake or in a pool all I want, hit the water slide, you name it, and never have to worry about anything being out of place or being uncomfortable. Faith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am plus sized and try to buy a scoop neck instead of a v-neck. But then I also wear a tank topor something else over the top just to stay covered. I love to wear those rash guard type shirts with a pair of nylon shorts over my swimsuit. I just shop for those in the men's department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth S Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 :iagree: Exercise wear (even from Walmart) works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momto2Cs Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 These might be pricey, but I've come to the conclusion that bathing suits are expensive! I haven't bought a bathing suit in 5+ years and my last one finally died after my DH put it in the dryer. I got the cherry one piece suit from Mod Cloth and it shipped free! They have the most modest swimwear I've seen in years and I love the suit so much! http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear The cherry one piece is the exact suit I've been drooling over! Is it comfy? Good support? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whereneverever Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am of no assistance whatsoever except to say that I consider bathing suit shopping to be single worst agony any mother ever has to go through in regards to her personal well-being and I'd rather have my head slammed repeatedly in the car door than ever have to shop for another one!!! I wear a pair of swim trunks that were in the bathing suit separates section, a really nice quick dry sports bra from Dick's Sporting goods and a nice women's rash guard shirt over the bra. I love it. I'm not large busted but I used to get so tired of adjusting the bathing suit as it shifted and of course one pieces are heinous to get on and off anyway in the bathroom. I hate most bathing suit tops because I'm smaller busted so if I buy one that fits for my hips, it's way too large on top. UGH! Now I don't worry. I'm not a fashion plate by any stretch but I don't care. I can romp around with the boys at the lake or in a pool all I want, hit the water slide, you name it, and never have to worry about anything being out of place or being uncomfortable. Faith I wear the same combo, only I got mine from Land's End. I love knowing that I can run and play and really swim and nothing gets exposed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaceful Isle Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I am of no assistance whatsoever except to say that I consider bathing suit shopping to be single worst agony any mother ever has to go through in regards to her personal well-being and I'd rather have my head slammed repeatedly in the car door than ever have to shop for another one!!! I wear a pair of swim trunks that were in the bathing suit separates section, a really nice quick dry sports bra from Dick's Sporting goods and a nice women's rash guard shirt over the bra. I love it. I'm not large busted but I used to get so tired of adjusting the bathing suit as it shifted and of course one pieces are heinous to get on and off anyway in the bathroom. I hate most bathing suit tops because I'm smaller busted so if I buy one that fits for my hips, it's way too large on top. UGH! Now I don't worry. I'm not a fashion plate by any stretch but I don't care. I can romp around with the boys at the lake or in a pool all I want, hit the water slide, you name it, and never have to worry about anything being out of place or being uncomfortable. Faith I am soooo with you girl! A few years ago I tried going swim suit shopping. It was so awful! I am not skinny! Maybe pre-kids, but not now. Anyways, I now have a pair of board shorts and really like them ! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GnomeyNewt Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 The cherry one piece is the exact suit I've been drooling over! Is it comfy? Good support? The support is excellent, the best I've had ever in a baithing suit... wasn't quite expecting it, but it feels like an underwire bra but very comfortable and no underwire. It holds my double D's up nice and snug in a size 8 suit and they have no chance of falling out (problem with so many baithing suits, even my bras!). Full coverage on the backside and nice tight fit on the tummy! The cut is different on the hips, but it also covers more which is what I wanted with my stretch marks. I got this suit for this summer after watching it go in and out of stock for a few months.................... but now I'm possibly expecting a new bean by next Feb :001_wub:.................... so there's a good chance I won't be wearing it as much as I thought I would be in the next foreseeable year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted June 19, 2012 Author Share Posted June 19, 2012 This one at Lands End has potential, but I wish they would show it on someone bustier so I can see how it will look on me! Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I like the LE suits built for busties. I've bought several. If you have a Sears in your area, you can return LE purchases there (so no return postage). :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsfamily Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Yup...I need a bit more coverage up top and don't mind it on the bottom either. I really like http://www.limericki.com. I used to dread swim suit shopping but I now have four new suits in my closet that I want to wear to the pool. Each swimsuit page tells what cup size it is best suited for. The bottoms are great too. The boy shorts are longer and more flattering and the skirts are really great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clearycrew Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 bathing suit shopping is miserable-- even more so with my teen girls. Why does every tankini in the KIDS section have to show cleavage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendi Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 And the winner is . . . http://www.landsend.com/pp/womens-tunic-one-piece-slender-suit~4235_593.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::WGP&CM_MERCH=search-_-slender+suit&origin=search It has a lot of similarities to the retro ones on Modcloth (which I love), but also is made of "slendertex" or some such controlling fabric. And I know returns will be easy if I'm not satisfied. I'm praying it fits, and I can feel attractive on vacation. Wendi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 And the winner is . . . http://www.landsend.com/pp/womens-tunic-one-piece-slender-suit~4235_593.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::WGP&CM_MERCH=search-_-slender+suit&origin=search It has a lot of similarities to the retro ones on Modcloth (which I love), but also is made of "slendertex" or some such controlling fabric. And I know returns will be easy if I'm not satisfied. I'm praying it fits, and I can feel attractive on vacation. Wendi Ooh, that is very cute! Hope you like it when it arrives! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I am of no assistance whatsoever except to say that I consider bathing suit shopping to be single worst agony any mother ever has to go through in regards to her personal well-being and I'd rather have my head slammed repeatedly in the car door than ever have to shop for another one!!!Faith :lol::lol: Me too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 The support is excellent, the best I've had ever in a baithing suit... wasn't quite expecting it, but it feels like an underwire bra but very comfortable and no underwire. It holds my double D's up nice and snug in a size 8 suit and they have no chance of falling out (problem with so many baithing suits, even my bras!). Full coverage on the backside and nice tight fit on the tummy! The cut is different on the hips, but it also covers more which is what I wanted with my stretch marks. I got this suit for this summer after watching it go in and out of stock for a few months.................... but now I'm possibly expecting a new bean by next Feb :001_wub:.................... so there's a good chance I won't be wearing it as much as I thought I would be in the next foreseeable year. congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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