- Whether or not you will be wearing it again soon rinse it in cool clean water to remove chlorine (or salt water).
- Hand wash in cool water with a mild hand washing liquid detergent like Zero or Woolite (no more than a cap full).
- Do not use the washing machine to wash your swimsuits as the friction pulls and loosens the material.
- If you must hang your swimsuit outside make sure it is in the shade. Sun exposure fades colors and breaks down fabric quicker.
- Lie clean swimsuit on a double folded towel and role firmly to remove excess water. Remove and lie flat on a clothing dryer.
A little extra care will encourage longevity in your swimwear and extend your investment.
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The Bikini
Plus size swimsuit separates that include the option of a full brief and a bikini top are going to be even hotter than last summer as more women impose their right to bare arms, legs, and bellies. Monif has a few print and sold options to choose from. I love the simplicity of this black and white pattern. And doesn’t that top look like it was made to support a plus size woman’s breasts?
Active or Modest or Sensitive
Whether you are very active in the water, a little modest, or perhaps you burn easily on the chest and arms. The Malibu Surfer suit is glorious with its pseudo-peacock print and long black sleeves. I adore this one.
Peek-a-Boo
This peek-a-boo shoulder one piece comes in a few color options but the burnt orange is so bright and so festive. The deep V shows your sexy means business.
Ruffles
The Trinidad Ruffle swimsuit also comes in a few color options but I love the basic black. A simple swimsuit is made pretty by the addition of an all over ruffle, reminiscent of my favorite peasant tops, and a few hip dangles.
Monif C offers plus size swimsuits in sizes 12 to 24.
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The three others range in size offerings from 16 to 26 ($89 to $99) — click on thumbnail for larger image with heads.
- Longitude Magic Kingdom Sash Tank One Piece
- Always For Me Chic Prints Paradise Swimsuit
- Always For Me Chic Prints Kiki Foil Tankini
Always for Me has many other bathing suits to choose from in bright prints or solids. What is your favorite color combination for swimwear?
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From left to right:
- Hilo Halter Swimdress, $67
- 2 Piece Scroll Tankini w/ Brief, $89
- Nautical Swimdress, $67
- Orbit Swimdress, $67
- Control Wrap Bandeau Swimdress, $89
- Tuxedo Swimdress, $69
When you get there, use their handy search feature to look for these swimsuits or “in control” to see all the related swimsuits. Always for Me currently offer sizes 16 to 26 with a special section for juniors.
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If you are taking a cruise this year, do share the details! I like to live vicariously through others.
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* Get your plus size cruise wear from Addition-Elle
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My absolute favorites are the the Monaco Ruched in yellow ($130), Catalina Draped in teal ($148), and the Capri Two-piece in zebra ($160 – and sold out). All swimsuits come in size 14 to 24 but there are many sizes sold out or soon to be sold out so don’t wait for hot weather if you love one.
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Assuming it is in the sun then Always for Me has a lovely selection of plus size cover-ups for pool side or cruise side. Here are five of my faves ranging in price from $59 to $69 and size from 1x to 3x. They have a lot more styles too (including fashionable and functional swimwear).
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* Get your own plus size Rose Swimdress from MIB
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This WEEKEND ONLY (July 2 -5) – Save on Women’s Plus Size Swimwear from Always For Me’s In Control collection. Experience the sophistication of this beautiful plus size swimsuit collection. The Always For Me In Control line is flattering, gorgeous, elegant and stylish. All of the In Control swimsuits feature extra mesh lining in the tummy area goes all the way around the suit and a control brief makes this a full tummy tamer. You will look stylish and feel confident in your plus size swimwear! Every style in the collection is marked down $10 off for this very special sale.
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* Get your own plus size swimsuit from Always for Me
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I love this Paisley Print Halter Tankini from Penningtons. Their pieces are sold individually so you can have a brief or a skirt in sizes up to 3x.
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