Can it be Done?

Feb 08, 2009

Last year, I was still about a size 18/20 when I was contemplating my swimsuit.  That's still not a "readily available" size when trying to find something cute and decidedly NOT plus sized.  I bought about 3 different suits and never wore a single one.  I re-used one I'd bought 4 years prior, basic, boring black.

This year I am not quite sure what I want to do.  On one hand I feel somewhat ok with my midsection.  I HATE my thighs, though.  I know I have loose skin in my belly area.  But I kind of feel like....

Have you ever seen some of the people at the beach (or the pool)?  I live in Florida.  People seem to have no shame at all in wearing swimwear no matter WHAT they look like.  And really, more power to them.  I was always more shy about it.  But if those people don't care what others think then why should I?  Who exactly am I trying to impress?

I may change my tune in the dressing room.  But for the first time in a LOOOOONG time, I am willing to give a non-tankini two-piece a shot.  Last year, I posted photos of a few suits I loved.  One of them was a zebra print one.  They still have it available this year.  I like the top a lot.  I like the bottoms too but there's no way I'd wear them alone.  I would probably put it with some black board shorts.



I don't know if it will be supportive enough for the droopy chest I now have  =)  They have a skirt coverup (same style as the next picture) but I might do shorts instead.



I LOVE this suit too.  The cut and the print is so retro and pin-up.  This top looks like it might be a little more supportive.  They have an underwire style too in this same print.  I could also do a red board short but I think the skirt goes with the vibe more.

So, I dunno if I'm ready for it (mentally) but I am willing to give it a shot and try it on.

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