Ottakee Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I need to find a new bathing suit or 2 for my 17dd. She wears size 10-12 misses clothes and is a DD cup. We are looking either for a modest one piece or preferably a nice tankini with good coverage.......something like a tank style top that comes up higher in the front and some short style bottoms, etc. Where would you look for quality without breaking the bank? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I noticed Kohls on line has specific D cup bathing suits. I did not pay much attention to the modesty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justasque Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I need to find a new bathing suit or 2 for my 17dd. She wears size 10-12 misses clothes and is a DD cup. We are looking either for a modest one piece or preferably a nice tankini with good coverage.......something like a tank style top that comes up higher in the front and some short style bottoms, etc. Where would you look for quality without breaking the bank? When you are busty, you can have cheap, or you can have quality, but you usually can't have both. And in the long run, cheap isn't worth it. Quality suits for busty gals need considerable infrastructure to do what they need to do, which takes a significant amount of labor and materials to accomplish. I would look at Lands End or Miraclesuit. Both carry underwire tankini tops in cup sizes (essential for a good fit for DD and above), plus a variety of mix-and-match bottoms. Miraclesuit also has some nice one-piece suits, such as this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I'm a bit smaller (wear a 34D bra) but I find that I have to buy my bathing suit top separately from my bottom. I can't wear one piece suits because if it fits my bust, it's too baggy around the bottom. And if it fits my bottom, I'm spilling out of the top. So I buy a L or 14 top and a M or 8 bottom. I've found suits at Macy's, Sears, and occasionally Target. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinchick Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Another vote for Lands End. A lot of their suits come in DD, and they are still very flattering and modern (and modest!). While they are pricey, they usually have codes for discounts. And I think they're running a promotion right now for free shipping and free returns on bathing suits, so you could try a few and send them back on their dime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenny in Florida Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 My daughter, who is also busty, loves the suit she bought from Modcloth. It's really cute, has kind of a pin-up vibe, but is also pretty modest. For some reason, I can't post a link. It's the Esther Williams Beach Blanket Bingo One Piece in Soft Black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawthorne44 Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Is the problem that the straps stretch a lot and the neckline is too low? I used to have this problem. Then I realized that even though I am only 5'6", my legs are really short and I am all torso. So, I bought a Tall sized swimsuit and fell in love. It was from Lands End and I have never bought a suit from anyone else since then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Here;s what my busty teen does. We go to the athletics department and find a form fitting, lycra workout top with a built in bra. She wears that with a sports bra and some swim shorts from the bathing suit department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 What about a suit meant for people who are on a swimteam? These seem to be functional and provide cover and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I am a little bigger than your dd, but I put a black ahh bra under my black tank suit and it blends right in, providing extra support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Alyssa* Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Here;s what my busty teen does. We go to the athletics department and find a form fitting, lycra workout top with a built in bra. She wears that with a sports bra and some swim shorts from the bathing suit department. This is what we do and it works great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Elliot Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 We've bought cute, high quality, modest suits for myself and my teen girls at Lime Ricki and Diviine Modestee. My dd's swim every single day in the summertime and frequently during the rest of the year, and these suits have all held up for two or more years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I like these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlsdMama Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 My daughter is a 34 but double the cup size. Swim suits are traumatizing. Honestly? We went with supportive athletic tops that are made of swim like fabric. So look for swim material sports bra for the bottom in one cute color and to it with a supportive running tank in similar fabric in another complementary color. It's been our solution for several years. Otherwise she wears a super supportive ruining bra under a swim like fabric snug tee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted April 14, 2014 Author Share Posted April 14, 2014 Thanks for the ideas. On a whim I stopped at a high end consignment shop nearby today when I had to babysit my niece. They had a really nice land's end one that is 2 sizes bigger than her current one but the same style as well as a few others that looked promising in the $15-20 range so I think we will try those on today and if those don't go we will go from there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berta Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 My daughter was a 36DD, 5' tall. We had her swimsuits custom made here: http://modestlyyoursswimwear.com/index.html It was not cheap, but the suits are made to your measurements and fit perfectly. They will alter as you please. My daughter had the leggings cut mid calf, sleeveless and a U shaped neckline. I bought it for her when she was 15 and she wore it for three years. She could wear her own bra underneath. When she turned 18 she decided to have a b00ks reduction and even though she can fit into something off the rack now, she still went with a suit from this company because she likes the modest look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I'd recommend Lands End as well. They have every style possible and also let you mix and match pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abacus2 Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 http://www.landsend.com/shop/womens-swimsuits-tankini-bikini-separates/-/N-gmbZfxnZ1z141w1 This one is a great sale: http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-aquaterra-abstract-floral-x-back-tankini-top/id_247016 She could probably pair it with an expensive bottom to save money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I love the swim tees from this company: www.dressingforhisglory.com They are designed to be worn with a regular bra underneath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T'smom Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 Last year I bought a couple of great suits from Target. The brand name was Marona. I found them to be very supportive and flattering. They are modest, but not super-ultra-modest. I was very comfortable playing at the beach and pool with my kids in it. But the style was simple enough that I think it could work for any age group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I have always sewn a panel of swimsuit fabric right into the neckline to fill the gap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbollin Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 If the high end consignment doesn't work out... Sears. right now there are some sales on swim wear. I saw several color options in higher neck, racer back tankini and shorts for mix match. sale prices seemed to be through this week. about $22 on sale for top. the only thing is.. I'm not sure on how quality compares on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted April 14, 2014 Share Posted April 14, 2014 I also wear a size 10 clothes and I'm a DD. I just bought two new suits from Lands End. Really nice quality, and I don't hang out the sizes or bubble over the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Try TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Ross etc. They get a mix of everything so you might luck out. When I am looking for suits, I make a quick stop about once a week and just do a glance through the racks. They go pretty quick so you have to get them if you see one you think she will like. The think I like about shopping for suits in these types of stores, is that the juniors, Misses and Women's are usually all together, just sorted by size (instead of designer, color etc) . It makes it easier to find a more uncommon size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamee Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 In agreement with all who said Lands End. My most favorite suit ever has come from them, and I wore it for at least five years, so well worth the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Athleta has current, youthful, athletic styles that offer the level of coverage I think you're looking for. They have bra-sized tops (including tanking) and even swim tights and swim dresses if that's what you're into. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=93635#size=88-1%3A1260 Title 9 is also really good in this area: http://www.titlenine.com/category/swim/shop+all.do?intcmp=home:S34:A:nav:1:allswim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamakelly Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 Lands End has great suits, but they are very, umm "mature" looking. I think a teenager would think they were too old looking. Athleta has awesome tankini tops. Their bra cup styles fit very well. I haven't ordered from LIme RIcki, but I hear their stuff is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 We just bought this for dd and it really covers well, and it's cute! http://www.walmart.com/ip/Suddenly-Slim-by-Catalina-Women-s-Slimming-Shirred-Halter-One-Piece-Swimsuit/29507937 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted April 16, 2014 Author Share Posted April 16, 2014 We ended up ordering a top from land's end as the local sears didn't have any with the DDD cup. We also went to the bra store and ended up with size 34 F bras. FUN FUN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laundrycrisis Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Lands End. I also wear an inexpensive sports bra under my suit. I got the idea from the swimming instructors - almost all young ladies - all wore sports bras under their tank suits - brilliant! It matches the color of the suit and really helps with coverage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poppy Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 My tip as a DD myself... always order "long torso" or "tall" (even if you're not). You have a few extra inches to cover. They're just horizontal, not vertical! I also personally find underwire cups to be more comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Lands End has great suits, but they are very, umm "mature" looking. I think a teenager would think they were too old looking. Athleta has awesome tankini tops. Their bra cup styles fit very well. I haven't ordered from LIme RIcki, but I hear their stuff is awesome. This is true. I hadn't thought of it from that perspective. Just size. I mean the ones I bought don't look like grandma suits, but my DD17 wouldn't want wear them. Definitely more "mom" than "teen". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted April 16, 2014 Share Posted April 16, 2014 Athleta has current, youthful, athletic styles that offer the level of coverage I think you're looking for. They have bra-sized tops (including tanking) and even swim tights and swim dresses if that's what you're into. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=93635#size=88-1%3A1260 Title 9 is also really good in this area: http://www.titlenine.com/category/swim/shop+all.do?intcmp=home:S34:A:nav:1:allswim I was also going to mention Athleta. My oldest dd, who wears 36DD, has worn Athleta's Run Tankini for years. She's had 2 of them; she outgrew the first one, but it's still in good shape. They are high quality and very supportive. She got the Tankini top with boy short bottoms. Very cute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuniMom Posted April 17, 2014 Share Posted April 17, 2014 I didn't read the other responses, so hopefully this won't be a repeat. I am similar to your daughter. I bought a tankini at Lands End in my cup size, on clearance - I think the bottom and top were like $15 each. The top came down like a V and showed way too much for my comfort. I bought an extra skirt, took it to the seamstress, and had her cut a piece out to sew inside the top between the V. I think I paid $10 tops. Voila - the perfect bathing suit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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