I recently decided it was time to clean house of some old bathing suits. It’s shocking how many swimsuits we accumulate over the years! Some of mine either no longer fit me, or just weren’t in style anymore. So that got me thinking, I can’t be the only one who has this problem! I tossed the old suits and invested in some great new pieces. If you haven’t cleaned out your swimsuit drawer in a while, I highly recommend you do. Here are some suggestions for updating your swimsuit collection and what you need to look for when buying a bathing suit.
First, do some organizing. Open that swimsuit drawer and get rid of any suits you haven’t worn in over a year. There’s no reason in keeping a pile of swimsuits that are just collecting space. Also, if they are outdated, toss them. You not only want to look age appropriate when rocking a swim suit, but it’s important to be on trend as well.
Next, once you’ve gotten rid of all the old suits and have decided which ones to keep, you can then decide if you need to go shopping. Remember, you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg on bathing suits. There are tons of great stores that offer the same “designer look” at a fraction of the cost. I’ve linked some below in the photos. Before you’re ready to shop, follow these trends for picking the right bathing suit for you.
Keep it classic. As you know from experience, swimsuits tend to stay with you for a while. Therefore, when purchasing a bathing suit, choose one that can still be worn maybe five years from now, yet still look classy and on trend. Instead of splurging on a bathing suit with a wild print, go for a classic black or neutral colored suit. Remember, black never goes out of style!
Photo Cred: Lybethras
Photo Cred: Victoria’s Secret
Choose a bathing suit that is appropriate for your body. Let’s face it, bathing suits have a way of making women feel uncomfortable or self-conscious at times. Not everyone was born a Victoria’s Secret super model! Instead, we are perfect in God’s eyes. Whatever season you may be in your life, embrace it. So you gained a few pounds this year. Embrace it. Don’t let that stop you from rocking a bathing suit. The rule of thumb for women of all body types is to keep it modest and tasteful.
Photo Cred: Target
 
Photo Cred: Target
 
Photo Cred: Old Navy
 
Lastly, dress up your swimsuit with some pops of color or accessories. I’m a hat lover so I almost always pair my suits with a cute hat. It protects my face from the sun and adds that fashionista touch. You can do the same, or you can purchase a bathing suit with a bold print (color blocking swimsuits are very in this season).  Pair it with some accessories and you’re ready to go!
Photo Cred: Target
Photo Cred: Miami Swim Week
Let me know in the comment section below where you like to purchase your bathing suits. I’ll post some of my fave places as well!