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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 

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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.

Real Women, Real Bodies 

Where do you wear your swimsuit the most? 

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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.

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"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 

My Favorite Swimsuits 

I have spent a lot of time looking at swimsuits this season. Here are my top three favorite!

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!

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

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