Swimsuit season - get ready!
Swimsuit season is just around the corner and what better way to enjoy the warm weather then lounging by the poolside or splashing in the surf. Unfortunately, along with summertime fun, comes the dreaded process of wading into the murky waters of buying a new swimsuit. From bad florescent lighting and three way mirrors in the change rooms to dry, pasty, post- winter skin, finding the right suit can be like, well, swimming with the sharks. Here are a few tips on finding the perfect suit without drowning in a sea of frustration...
Tread lightly Give yourself plenty of time to find a swimsuit -- remember, Rome wasn't built in a day. Finding the perfect swimsuit takes more then a few minutes; so allot at least an afternoon to try on a number of suits. Be prepared to try on many different styles to come up with the one that will work for your body type. And remember, never take a small tired child swimsuit shopping with you... you will regret it (trust me on this one!). Make a splash: Swimsuit sizes are not the same as dress sizes! Don't get discouraged and feel like a whale without a tail because all of the suits feel too small. As a general rule, expect to go up two sizes from your regular dress size. It's not you that's gotten larger, it's the suit that's gotten smaller! If going up a few sizes in some suits doesn't work, just accept the fact that some swimsuit cuts don't work for everyone (i.e. the dreaded thong bikini bottom). Life's a beach Treat swimsuit shopping like a day at the beach -- spray on a little self tanner the night before, treat yourself to a pedicure, and might we suggest a bikini wax as well. That way when you go to try on swimsuits you are looking and feeling your best and aren't busy focusing on how horrible your skin looks under fluorescent lighting or the fact that you forgot to shave your legs. Dive right in Don't be afraid to try new styles; you might be surprised about how fabulous you look in a suit you never imagined wearing. Often people get stuck in a comfort zone when buying swimsuits and they stick to buying the same suit year after year. So go ahead, have a little fun and try on that metallic bathing suit! You might shine! Embrace your body this summer and give yourself a pat on the back for your perseverance. Now get out there and celebrate the sun, the surf, and your own beautiful body!