https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:03:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002681 Sat, 10 Aug 2013 00:45:44 +0000 Caro in Oz 1002681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great work - fab suits </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002583 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 22:24:44 +0000 Suz 1002583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad you found some suits that fit and flatter and cover ups to go with them, too. You'll have so much more fun, knowing that you are prepared!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002500 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 20:01:13 +0000 ManidipaM 1002500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coral and turquoise with white and tan...::sigh:: perfect holiday capsule </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002489 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 19:21:26 +0000 Beth Ann 1002489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy endings are the best!&nbsp; Both of these suits are beautiful, and your happiness factor seems to be high!&nbsp; Brazil is calling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002486 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 19:15:18 +0000 abc 1002486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know, Rachy, when I saw it I got that excited yet restrained pitter patter heartbeat, it was my favorite of all and it actually fit! &nbsp;I think it is very Rio &nbsp;I feel like a weight has been lifted now that I got the swim capsule sorted out as well as the 2 pair of walking sandals. &nbsp;I am SO ready to go now! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002462 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 18:39:58 +0000 rachylou 1002462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't think of anything more perfect than the coral. And the blue isn't too shabby either </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002400 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 17:17:43 +0000 abc 1002400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Linda, it's funny, I think it is all in finding the cut that suits you best. &nbsp;For me, for some unknown reason (maybe someone can weigh in here), the bandeau top one pieces&nbsp;seem to fit better than the ones with the more traditional scoop / tank top. &nbsp;I much prefer the back view of the bandeau suits as well. &nbsp;I am not a fan of the big scoop back, for some reason I feel like it is not flattering, at least not on my body shape. &nbsp;</p> <p>I would say if you are interested in a new suit, go try on as many different shapes as you can and narrow it down from there. &nbsp;That's what seemed to work for me. &nbsp;I think I tried on at least 12 and walked away with 2. &nbsp;Also, if you are a pear (which I might be, not 100% sure) I found that many of the tops include pads that can be removed, so that helps the fit if you are smaller up top.</p> <p>Thanks, Ceit! &nbsp;I am really excited. &nbsp;I figure with the weather being winter I would be wise to focus on coordinating cover ups as well as the actual suits, as the water time might be limited. &nbsp;The hotel in Rio has a heated pool so perhaps they will see the water, but at any rate, I wanted to be prepared either way.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002382 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 17:02:14 +0000 Anonymous 1002382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great suits! I hope you enjoy being out on the beach. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002381 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 16:59:21 +0000 milehighstyle (Linda) 1002381@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is so great - I really like what you bought.&nbsp; I am always thinking I can't wear a one piece because my top and bottom are vastly different sizes, but I'm thinking of giving them another try&nbsp;as it's been many many years since I've shopped for one and surely the fits must have changed. Worth a try anyway.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/you-guys-were-right---swimsuit-shopping-update#post-1002357 Fri, 09 Aug 2013 16:40:00 +0000 abc 1002357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just wrapped up my work trip to Austin and squeezed in some shopping while there (oh, who am I joking, I focused on shopping like a madwoman&nbsp;while not at work!). &nbsp;If you recall from an earlier thread, I needed (wanted) to upgrade my swim capsule before heading to Brazil.</p> <p>You guys were right - even though I was focused (read: a bit obsessed) with finding a two piece bathing suit, I ended up with two different one-piece suits that make me feel fab and sexy.</p> <p>The first is a bright coral, pink, brown and black INC number with some animal print.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/inc-international-concepts-swimsuit-bandeau-animal-print-ruched-one-piece?ID=818577&amp;CategoryID=8699#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D3%26kws%3DINC%20bandeau%26slotId%3D1">http://www1.macys.com/shop/pro.....slotId%3D1</a></p> <p>For this one I got a tan coverup for over the top. &nbsp;Usually that color looks terrible on me but I suppose the bit of the bright suit peeking out from underneath gives enough color near the face to mitigate the SSB tendencies.</p> <p>The second is this exact shape but just in plain turqouise (not printed as shown):<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/inc-international-concepts-swimsuit-bandeau-printed-cutout-one-piece?ID=757763&amp;CategoryID=8699&amp;LinkType=#fn=BRAND%3DINC%20International%20Concepts%26sp%3D1%26spc%3D12%26ruleId%3D19%26slotId%3D7">http://www1.macys.com/shop/pro.....slotId%3D7</a></p> <p>I got this coverup to go over that suit (in white):<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/la-blanca-crochet-trim-cover-up/3445902">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/la.....up/3445902</a></p> <p>I also picked up 2 other cover ups, one of which I had my eye on but it sold out online, so I pounced when I saw it on the rack at Macy's - prob my fave coverup that I bought, plan on wearing it with my old black suit underneath:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/j-valdi-plus-size-cover-up-three-quarter-sleeve-animal-print-tunic?ID=862948&amp;CategoryID=34050&amp;LinkType=#fn=sp%3D1%26spc%3D73%26ruleId%3D65%26slotId%3D68">http://www1.macys.com/shop/pro.....lotId%3D68</a></p> <p>The moral of this story is that I found what I wanted by being open minded and not narrowing my search too much. &nbsp;I found NO 2 piece bathing suits that were along the lines of what I had in mind in stores, I would have had to order online and I wasn't willing to go to that length. &nbsp;</p> <p>I am super happy with what I ended up with and though a bit nerve-racking, it was fun leaving it up to chance and what I could find in B&amp;M stores rather than going crazy ordering online (you know the rejection rate of swimsuits so I didn't want to tie up a bunch of $ on my card just to return 99% of them).</p> <p>Thanks YLF, you were right again! &nbsp;I specifically remember Zapotee suggesting a sexy one piece so I want to say thanks to her. &nbsp;I know I got other good advice from many of&nbsp;you ladies including much encouragement to find a suit that makes me feel fab and now I did, so thanks again. </p>