Live Now Not Later!
There is a wonderful selection of swimsuits and accessories available if you're ready to dip more than your toe in the deep blue.
Don't wait till later to enjoy the benefits of getting wet now!
Swimsuits for All
You'll find a large selection of plus size swimsuits here as well as be able to shop for the rest of the family.Their women's sizes spans size 6 - size 24 (with a special section up to 34). Prices range from great deals to pricey.
Visit Swimsuits for All for plus size swimwear.
Always For Me
This company's swimwear has been featured in Oprah and Seventeen magazine. With over 80 stunning plus size swimsuits to choose from I'm sure you'll find something in style that you'll love.They range in price from $39 - $142 and are available in sizes 14 - 26.
Enjoy the sunshine!
Visit Always for Me for plus size swimear.
Where do you wear your swimsuit the most?
Junonia
If you are looking for swimwear that is more athletic and functional then you must stop by Junonia which has a focus on plus size performance, chlorine resistance, and coverage.Their sizes are available in X to 6x depending on style and range in prices from $40 to $90 (not including their clearance).
Visit Junonia for plus size swimwear.
Books for Deckside
The Full Body Project: Photographs by Leonard Nimoy
Amazon Price: $29.70 (as of 07/05/2009) 
FAT!SO? : Because You Don't Have to Apologize for Your Size
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 07/05/2009)
The Fat Girl's Guide to Life
Amazon Price: (as of 07/05/2009)
Just My Size (JMS)
Just My Size offers more than swimwear so their swimsuit line isn't as extensive as others but it's worth checking out.They offer a simple variety of styles available in sizes 14 - 24. Their prices range from reasonable to pricey.
Visit Just My Size Swimwear for plus size swimwear.
Getting the Best out of your Bathing Suit
- Choosing the Right Swimsuit
- Whether you have a round, triangular or hourglass picking the right swimsuit to complement your body type can be a breeze.
- Bathing Suit Terminology
- Ini, outies and everything in between. Learn the basic swimsuit definitions.
- Tying a Sarong
- Five different ways to tie a sarong around your bathing suit.
Lane Bryant
Lane Bryant has a small selection of swimwear ranging in price from reasonable to very pricey.Their style selection is seasonal. They also carry maternity swimwear and are home of the Miracle Suit.
Sizing runs from 14 - 24. Not all suits have all sizes in off seasons.
Visit Lane Bryant for plus size swimwear.
Monif C
She's had great success over the last year so it's not surprising that plus size high fashion designer Monif C just introduced a swimwear collection as part of her spring line.Currently there are three fabulous styles with amazing fabrics. They range in price from $115 - $148 and come in sizes 14 - 24.
Definitely not what you would expect from your average swimsuit provider!
Visit Monif C for plus size swimwear.
Books for the Poolside
Real Gorgeous: The Truth about Body and Beauty
Amazon Price: $17.95 (as of 07/05/2009)
200 Ways to Love the Body You Have
Amazon Price: (as of 07/05/2009)
Big Fat Lies: The Truth about Your Weight and Your Health
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 07/05/2009)
Kiyonna
Kiyonna is known more for their incredible clothing designs that flatter curves than their swimsuits but they have introduced a small selection of designer swimsuits that are pricey but fabulous looking.Kiyonna suits range in size from 10 - 24.
Visit Kiyonna for plus size swimwear.
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Are you fat? Overweight? Obese? Want to be empowered? BellaOnline's Large and Lovely site knows there is more to you than being fat. Articles, reviews, rants and links for women of size.
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Over 40 styles are available in Fashion Bug's plus size collection. They also carry junior's and misses.Their prices range from $33 - $80 and the sizes are available in 18 - 32.
Visit Fashion Bug for plus size swimwear.
"Women shop for a bikini with more care than they do a husband. The rules are the same. Look for something you'll feel comfortable wearing. Allow for room to grow." ~Erma Bombeck
Old Navy
There are over 20 swimsuits to chose from at Old Navy as well as your swimming accessories like cover up, shirts, skirts and flip flops.The suits range in price from $30 - $60 (the majority were under $50). Old Navy supports sizes 1x - 4x.
Visit Old Navy for plus size swimwear
More Great Lenses for Plus Size Beauties
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Plus Size Bustiers / Corsets
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Bustiers and corsets don't have to be a drain on your pocketbook. There are a number of affordable and sexy options out there. Here is a collection of my favorite styles from one of my favorite plus size lingerie profiders - Hips and Curves.
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Plus Size Bras
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Women of all shapes and sizes have been battling with their breasts for centuries. If anyone should wear a good bra it is a plus size woman. There is, after all, more to accentuate, manipulate and support. It has been harder for plus size women to fi...
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Curvy Chics
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Curvy chics are some of the most unrepresented women on the internet. In many of the top searches you find Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson, Paris Hilton etc. Anna Nicole Smith only made it into Lycos top fifty search terms after she died. It is my ho...
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Plus Size Denim
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Denim has always been a love-hate relationship with me. But denim technology has changed over the years as have their styles. It use to be a plus size woman couldn't find a decent pair of denim jeans unless she went to the men's department. And we al...
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Plus Size Party Dresses
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Love a good party? Looking for the right party dress for your curvy-lupcuous figure? Here you'll find great party dress options for plus size figures as well as other ways to glam up your curves. Time to focus on the Christmas parties and as always...
My Favorite Swimsuits
From Lane Bryant - Miraclesuit® The Good Life Oceanus"
This suit comes in sizes 14 - 24.
From Always for Me - Twist One Piece Bandeau
This suit comes as shown in sizes 16 - 26.
From Junonia - The QuikShape Twist Front Swimdress
This suit comes in china doll red and black. Sizes 1X - 6X.
You can click on each image to visit the respective store and product.
Get Swimming with eBay
Ebay's selections below are not always size appropriate; but if you click on one of the links and so a search for "plus size swimwear" you will get an exciting array of choices.
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Cover-Ups
When you get a bit chilly or are feeling a little modest you don't need to suffer the fate of a boxy pullover cover-up.Always for Me has a beautiful selection of cover-ups that are functional and fashionable and just down right pretty.
Visit Always for Me for swimsuit cover-ups.
Five Favorite Things
A Plus Size Shopping Blog
Every week I'll share five favorite things. It could be dresses, tops, pants, bags, shoes and jewelry. I may even throw in the occasional website or book. Five new posts every week!
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Do you have any swimsuit tips for other curvy women? Do you have a favorite designer? Let us know what works for you.
Or just leave a message to say hi!
P.S. Don't forget the sunscreen!
mbgphoto wrote...
lots of great ideas. Thanks for some new places to look for good plus size swimwear.
Posted June 29, 2009
OhMe wrote...
Great lens with some great resources. I will definitely be back to this lens. Thank you.
Posted November 07, 2008
clouda9 wrote...
Oh my...lovely add of that red hot suit from Always for Me!
Posted September 16, 2008
jilly wrote
These are lovely suits. You found some good ones, Moe! I love that silky golden one by Monif C. Very stylish. probably more for being seen than swimming but still awesome looking.
Posted August 16, 2008
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