Expert Plus Size Swimwear Style Tips: Meieli Sawyer from About.com
We’re back again today to bring you even more plus size swimwear style tips from the experts! We started off this series by having Jeanne from Always For Me and Vanessa from Kiyonna share their curvy swimwear style secrets.
Meieli Sawyer
Today we have the immense pleasure of having About.com’s very own plus size fashion guide Meieli Sawyer share with us her swimwear style secrets. So without further ado, let’s dive into the interview…
Pasazz.net: What should a plus size woman keep in mind when choosing a swimsuit?
Meieli from About.com: I think it’s important to be true to your body type. I love bandeau bikinis, but they won’t support my bust or stay up in the surf, because I am larger up top. If you want a swimsuit that lasts, and that you feel comfortable wearing, it’s important to balance your taste with your needs. Instead of buying that bandeau, I might try a twist-front bikini top with halter straps — plus underwire.
Pasazz.net: Which, do you think, are the 3 most flattering swimsuit styles for a full figured woman?
Meieli from About.com: It really depends on your unique shape, but there are groups of swimsuit types that look better on most of us. While our smaller-framed friends might not look great in high-waisted bikini bottoms, they look smashing on many of us. Any swimsuit works when it has adjustable ruching, since we can use that to “mold” the swimsuit around our curves. Lastly, a great one-piece with boy shorts is lovely for concealing stretch marks and cellulite. You can always pop a short swimskirt on over it, too.
Pasazz.net: Which are this season’s hottest swimwear colors?
Meieli from About.com: You can’t go wrong with brights like orange and coral. Greens and blues are great choices as well, and you can also mix any of these colors with another trend of the season: prints, both floral and geometric.
Pasazz.net: Would you encourage full figured women to wear colorful swimsuits, also with prints?
Meieli from About.com: Absolutely. If you don’t want to wear a printed swimsuit, try a solid one, and then experiment with printed cover-ups and sarongs instead. If you like tankinis and bikinis, you can also trying a mismatched look, with a printed top, for example, and a solid bottom that picks up the pattern’s main color up above.
Monaco Swimsuit from Monif C.
Pasazz.net: What accessories would you suggest, to complement a swimsuit, for a beach perfect outfit?
Meieli from About.com: I like functional accessories for the beach. Try a bright (waterproof) watch, a big sun hat, or a headscarf. If you don’t swim and you just want to look sexy, experiment with lightweight wooden earrings and bangles.
Pasazz.net: Which are you very favorite swimsuit styles for 2001?
Meieli from About.com: I like one-piece swimsuits with slight cutaways. You might think I’m crazy, but take a look at Monif C.’s totally hot “Monaco” swimsuit, with a little peek-a-boo right under the bust! Another style I like is the ruffled swimsuit. I like a few ruffles around the backside to make my waist look smaller, and it’s a cute way to have your swimsuit stand out. Lastly, I am always a fan of longline, retro-style swimsuits with halter necks for added support.
Pasazz.net: What advice would you give to plus size women who do not feel comfortable enough to hit this beach and poolside this summer?
Meieli from About.com: I think there are many ways to flatter your body and still spend time by the pool or at the beach. Pop on a one-piece swimsuit first, and then get a knee-length sarong that you can tie around your midsection in a way that’s most comfortable. For more upper body coverage, look for a generous, lightweight cover-up with short sleeves that can be cropped or cut to hit the waistline of your sarong. If you experiment with enough looks, you can find something that suits you. You need to be willing to try new styles, though. First go to beaches or pools where you are most comfortable. Surround yourself with other adventurous, fashionable women and body-positive people when you start experimenting with your poolside fashion, and you’ll quickly gain more confidence.
I want to thank this opportunity to thank Meieli for sharing her curvy swimwear style tips with us!
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Expert Plus Size Swimwear Style Tips: Kiyonna
Hi ladies! We’re back today with more plus size swimwear style tips from the experts and this time we have the lovely Vanessa from Kiyonna share some advice. Kiyonna have this season come out with a gorgeous. retro inspired plus size swimsuit collection, so we had to see what they thought looks best on our curves on beach!
Pasazz.net: What should a curvy woman consider when she is out and about swimsuit shopping?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: She should think – “Am I containing my wobbly bits- and what part of my body do I really want to focus on flaunting while wearing a bathing suit.” For example: I’m all about the boobs- so I go for some more daring necklines because I have the cleavage for it- I have a great friend who does not, but she totally has the perfect hourglass figure and basically, a great behind so she goes for a more conservative front with great back detail (scoop back, cut outs, a great curve hugging sarong).
Pasazz.net: What do you think are the 3 most flattering swimsuit styles for a full figured woman?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Surplice Malliot, halter-top swim dresses, retro 50’s inspired fitted suits (ruching is a plus!)
Pasazz.net: Which are this season’s hottest colors in swimwear?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Fuchsia, burnt oranges, and the perfect teal. Black, lipstick red and navy are classic swim colors
Pasazz.net: Do you encourage full figured women to wear colorful swimsuits, with prints?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Totally- color looks great on curves- there’s something very confidence boosting about wearing a great bright color. And prints- if done the right way are fabulous. I always stay away from the very large ones- you know it’s bad if you have a huge flower covering half your bottom or worse, one boob.
Pasazz.net: What accessories would you recommend for a beach perfect outfit?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Depends on what color you are going with- but for a bold bright solid color I love adding gold or silver hoops and a long necklace- it just adds that final touch. Of course this is if you are the more lounge by the pool kind of girl- maybe not for the super active diver’s/surfers. Cover-ups are the best accessory too!
Pasazz.net: What swimsuit styles does Kiyonna offer in 2011?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Very figure flattering retro inspired pieces with built in support systems. We have a more daring surplice style with curve enhancing ruching in the midsection with a slight cover-up of the upper thigh area. Also the Ava Convertible has a little more coverage up on top with so many different options- great for people with commitment issues. LOL!
Pasazz.net: What advice would you give to plus size women who do not feel comfortable enough to hit this beach and poolside this summer?
Vanessa from Kiyonna: Embrace those curves- the only thing you can wear to really make you feel comfortable anywhere is your confident smile. When you are poolside in the right suit, you feel like the best possible version of “you” and everyone will notice.
Thank you so much Vanessa for taking the time out of your surely busy schedule to share with us and all Pasazz.net readers some great curvy swimwear tips. I encourage everyone to check out Kiyonna’s swimwear collection; if you’re looking for something distinctive and that will last these are swimsuits to consider!
Also, if you missed out the first installment of the Expert Plus Size Swimwear Style Tips series, where we had the pleasure of having Jeanne from Always For Me share some secrets, make sure you check it out too!
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20 Stylish Plus Size Swimsuits Under $50
Are you looking for a new, stylish and flattering plus size swimsuit under $50? Seems like quite a tall order when you first think about it isn’t it?
Well not really! We have found for you 20 stylish and figure flattering plus size swimsuit all under $50! So this summer you can strut your curves on the beach wearing a brand spanking new swimsuit without breaking the bank. Out top 20 list includes a variety of styles and designs: from one piece swimsuits, to skirtinis and also swimdresses. We’ve got prints and also block colors. Plus, all are quality brand names such as Penbrooke, Delta Burke and Always For Me Chic.
But let me stop and simply let you go through our bargain 20 plus size swimsuits, again all of these are under $50!
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It’s Back! The Torrid 50% OFF Clearance Sale
Torrid have just announced that they are one again running their popular clearance sale. Starting now, and for a limited time only, all items in their clearance section are further discounted!
I’ve already started doing some ‘window shopping’ to see which items in their clearance section tickle my fancy, and so far these are my favorites.
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There are hundreds other items to choose from in the Torrid clearance section, so visit it right away before the sale ends.
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As Seen On The FFFWeek Catwalk: The Reah One Shoulder Plus Size Top
Last week we featured a new plus size top now available at Sealed With A Kiss Designs, the Laura Top, part of their brand new Summer collection and today we are back highlighting yet another gorgeous new plus size top from this new collection.
Sealed With A Kiss Designs have been adding new items over the past week, some of which we’ll go into further detail tomorrow, though today I wanted to stop and take a closer look at a unique new top, which has recently been seen on the catwalk of FFFWeek 20011 (Full Figured Fashion Week) in New York City, the Reah One Shoulder Top.
If you are looking for a new summer top, one which is versatile though unique, this might be the top for you! A top inspired by the lovely photo stylist Reah Norman, it features fun ruffles, a full elastic waist to accommodate any body type, and a removable fabric tie belt. It is available in three colors: black, iris and honeysuckle. If you like this top, don’t think about it too much because some sizes in black are already sold out! So take a closer look at the Reah One Shoulder Top today.
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Expert Plus Size Swimwear Style Tips: Always For Me
Summer is now in full swing! Are you feeling the heat yet? The weather over here in Malta is scorching hot already, and I have a feeling this is going to be one very hot Summer season!
If you haven’t already bought your new swimsuit for the season yet, then you are in luck! This weekend I am bringing you some exclusive swimwear style tips from experts in the plus size fashion industry. The experts I have spoken to in the past few weeks have shared with Pasazz.net what’s hot in swimwear right now, what colors are in season, and much more.
Today we have Jeanne Grasso from top plus size swimwear store AlwaysForMe.com share with us some expert tips. AlwaysForMe.com are leaders in plus size swimwear offering a very vast selection of styles in sizes up to 26W.
Pasazz.net: What should curvy women keep in mind when choosing a swimsuit?
Always For Me: The most important thing to keep in mind when choosing a swimsuit is fit. Don’t be a slave to the size on the tag!
Pasazz.net: Which swimsuit styles are most flattering to plus size women?
Always For Me: Not all bodies are created equal – the most flattering swimsuit style depends on your body shape. AlwaysForMe.com has a wonderful Shop by Body Type feature that lets you pick the most flattering styles to enhance your curves with the perfect swimsuit.
Pasazz.net: Which are this season’s hottest colors?
Always For Me: Plum and Lilac are our hottest colors this season! All of your favourite Always For Me Chic plus size swimsuits are available in these colors – though shop early because we just can’t keep them in stock!
Pasazz.net: Would you suggest full figured women wear colorful swimsuits with prints?
Always For Me: There is no reason why curvy woman can’t wear colors or prints. Look in your wardrobe and find a color you love – that compliments your skin tone and then find a swimsuit in the same color family. AlwaysForMe.com has a fabulous selection of colors and trendy prints. Our Always For Me Chic Prints swimwear collection are so popular that these are the styles usually sell out first.
Pasazz.net: What accessories would you suggest, to complement a swimsuit, for a beach perfect outfit?
Always For Me: A great cover up dress or tunic is a must for your summer wardrobe.
Pasazz.net: Which are you most flattering swimsuit styles for Summer 2011?
Always For Me:
Our favourite new swimsuit of the season is the Always For Me Chic Solid Valencia Ruffled 1 Pc Swim Mini Swimsuit Style #80823wa is new to the Always For Me Swimwear Collection for 2011. Romantic ruffles cascade down the front of this beautiful plus size bathing suit for a softly feminine look.
In a one piece bathing suit – we love the trendy feminine floral print of the Always For Me Chic Madrid 1 Pc Twist Bandeau Swimsuit Style #80911wa.
This season Always For Me introduced its new plus size swimwear line – Always For Me Separates which lets you mix and match tops and bottoms a personalized look and fit.
Thank you so much Jeanne for taking the time to answer our questions, and give our plus size readers some swimwear style tips. Make sure to visit Always For Me to check out their wide range of gorgeous plus size swimwear, cover-ups and other beach dresses!
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Are You A Jeggings Virgin?
If you are still a jeggings virgin (that is, you still do not own a pair of jeggings, or as they are also sometimes called, denim leggings) here are 5 reasons why you should go and buy yourself a pair right away. 1. Comfort: These babies are truly comfortable! If you thought your pair of jeans was comfortable, think again. Jeggings of course are very similar to regular leggings, they are pretty much the same thing except the material, look and feel is different. So they come along with the comfort of leggings, and the stylish look of jeans. A winning [...]
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Just In: The Laura Top from Sealed With a Kiss Designs
A lot of stylish new items are in store for us this week and in the coming weeks from plus size boutique Sealed With A Kiss Designs, all part of their Summer collection. I’m excited to see what new designs they will be launching, as this store always offers versatile pieces at great prices. To start off with they have introduced a lovely new plus size top to their collection, which they have named The Laura Top. This simple yet versatile cut is sure to be very flattering on all body shapes thanks to the ruching detail along the tummy area. [...]
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Mix and Match Tankini Separates on Sale
Did you know that, if you’re looking for a tankini or even a skirtini, you can shop for your top and bottom sizes separately at Swimsuits For All? All lot of plus size women wear different size tops and bottoms. I myself have this ‘issue’… I am an inverted triangle body shape, so have broad shoulders which are wider than my hip area. So I usually have to wear a bigger size top, when compared to skirt and jeans. So if you also wear a different size top and bottom and are looking for swimwear, you can head on to Swimsuits For [...]
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50% OFF New Season Plus Size Maxi Dresses at Yours
Hi ladies, Apologies for the short blogging break! These past couple of weeks life kind of got in the way (as it usually does). But I’m back today with more plus size fashion news, and we have more new and exciting things coming you way this week and in the next weeks. This morning I popped over to Yours Clothing, to check out what lovely new items that have recently added – Yours tend to add new stock pretty much every week so it’s fun visiting them to see new styles every so often. As they had done last year, Yours Clothing [...]
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