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No one said you had to wear a "Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini" to go swimming or hang out by the poolside. It is possible for plus size women to be fashionable water babies and still be comfortable (of course if you are brave enough for the bikini, go for it).
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!
Monif C Introduces New Swimsuit Line!
Sexy and stylish designer swimsuits.
Visit Monif C.
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.
Where do you wear your swimsuit the most?
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.
Swimsuits Just for Us
One of the first online plus size swimwear companies to make our lives easier.Their suits are priced reasonably to pricey and you can shop by size, body type or brand. Their suits are available in sizes 16 - 32.
Visit Swimsuits Just for Us for plus size swimwear.
Books for Deckside
The Full Body Project: Photographs by Leonard Nimoy
Amazon Price: $29.25 (as of 05/11/2008)
FAT!SO? : Because You Don't Have to Apologize for Your Size
Amazon Price: $11.16 (as of 05/11/2008)
The Fat Girl's Guide to Life
Amazon Price: (as of 05/11/2008)
Always For Me
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.
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
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.
Books for the Poolside
Real Gorgeous: The Truth About Body and Beauty
Amazon Price: $11.21 (as of 05/11/2008)
200 Ways to Love the Body You Have
Amazon Price: (as of 05/11/2008)
Big Fat Lies: The Truth about Your Weight and Your Health
Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 05/11/2008)
Junonia
Plus size clothing retailer, Junonia has a small selection of quality performance swimwear ranging in price from moderate to pricey.Sizes are available in X - 6x depending on style.
Visit Junonia for plus size swimwear.
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.
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.
Large and Lovely, BellaOnline
There's more to us than just fat...
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.
Fetching RSS feed... please stand by"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
More Great Lenses for Plus Size Beauties
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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 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 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 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. Prom Season is in the air! Here are seven fabulous pl...
My Favorite Swimsuits
From Junonia - The QuikShape Twist Front Swimdress
This suit comes in china doll red and black. Sizes 1X - 6X.
From SwimsuitsForAll - Panama Pleasure Two Piece Tankini by Christina
This suit comes in cream with tan and charcoal print and solid charcoal bottom. Sizes 18 - 24.
From Lane Bryant - Escape Miracle Suit
This suit comes in black and in sizes 16 - 24.
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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Leave Your Mark!
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!
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blondeheroine
Love the red one that you have marked as your favorite. It looks like an update on the retro swimsuits you always saw Marilyn Monroe wear. Posted May 09, 2008 |
