Swimsuit season. Ugh. What do you wear?

That is pretty. It’s got a Bohemian vibe to it.
Its too bad they don’t ship to the UK. What a shame.
I suppose height really does make a huge difference in how things fit. I’m very long waisted so any type of bodice outfit tends to be too short for me. Speedo is the only make so far that fits me well BUT as you can see from the first pictures, they are also high in the leg area which is why I like the bike style shorts for over top
I hope they ship to Canada.

Do you have a pool holly or have access to a pool where you live?
 

Yes I have a Pool.. at my house in Spain, and also access to my daughters' pool... but no pool here at this house!!..Have to use the local leisure centre pool....sucks cuz it's always full unless I go at 6am...
 
Oh yes. I think I saw pictures of it. That’s a lovely pool.
I have my own pool that’s 12 x 24 but have to set it up each summer. The great thing is that it’s ashy water instead of chlorinated but I’d still get up at 6:00 to go swimming.
Swimming is the cats meow for me. I love it.,
The blue one would look nice on you
 

I really, really like the looks of that green one and nearly just bought one but stopped short of pulling the trigger. It's adorable, don't get me wrong, but that skirt would go up over my face when I jumped into the pool, and I'd be constantly pulling it down to cover exposed flesh while swimming. I learned that lesson already when it comes to floaty swim tops. That's why I moved to snug tanks that have a high spandex content. They stay put on the body.

I'm in pretty good shape and not overweight, but age and two pregnancies (including twins) have put belly-baring days in the rear view mirror.

Guess it's time for me to break out my suits to make sure I have at least 3 that fit well and are in good condition. I keep two in the house for use in our backyard pool and one remains in the RV. JCPenny, Kohls and Land's End are my usual go-to mail order places for suits.

Last month we had our backyard pool redone - sandblasted, retiled, the works, and it's beckoning me every time I walk past it water the tomatoes.
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StarSong said:
I really, really like the looks of that green one and nearly just bought one but stopped short of pulling the trigger. It's adorable, don't get me wrong, but that skirt would go up over my face when I jumped into the pool, and I'd be constantly pulling it down to cover exposed flesh while swimming. I learned that lesson already when it comes to floaty swim tops. That's why I moved to snug tanks that have a high spandex content. They stay put on the body.

I'm in pretty good shape and not overweight, but age and two pregnancies (including twins) have put belly-baring days in the rear view mirror.

Guess it's time for me to break out my suits to make sure I have at least 3 that fit well and are in good condition. I keep two in the house for use in our backyard pool and one remains in the RV. JCPenny, Kohls and Land's End are my usual go-to mail order places for suits.

Last month we had our backyard pool redone - sandblasted, retiled, the works, and it's beckoning me every time I walk past it water the tomatoes.
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Nice pool SS... I swim every morning and early evening at ours, can't resist the pool.....


My daughter just had hers sandblasted, re-sealed and repainted ready for the summer ... it's only 20 x 9, but it's deep.....

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How nice that your daughter has a pool! Ours is also quite deep - 10 feet. It was put in during the mid-1950s and included a diving board (since removed), which is why it's so deep. Being within five feet of it when it was empty was a terrifying, disconcerting experience. Sort of like standing near the edge of a cliff. It would have been curtains if I'd toppled in.
 
Drool! Oh how very fortunate you ladies are to have such lovely built in pools. They look fabulous. Sixteen and ten foot depths are heavenly. Goodness! Do you ladies have pool boys too?:playful:
Im sorry but I couldn’t resist. That looks like the lap of luxury. I’d love to have a built in pool but I’m certainly not going to complain. I love where I live and much of my swimming is done outdoors in the wild.
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And Starsong! You are sooo right. I was also just ready to order that green one but skirt would be so up in my face that I wouldn’t be able to swim properly. With any waves it could be somewhat dangerous even.
I thought the skirt was more attached to the waist but it isn’t.
Darn! Well it’s still pretty darn cute but thanks.

Enjoy your swimming ladies.
 
My pool is a 24 x 12 but it’s only about 5’ deep. It’s a portable model that I set up during the swimming season.
I like the fact that it had a salt water filter system instead of chlorine. It’s so much gentler on the skin and hair.
 
Thanks keesha...yes the pools are nice to have, I love to swim, , and the beach is only 10 minutes from the house too... I'm pleased you have your own beach close by as well, but of course I don't have a pool here at this house and the nearest beach is 40 minutes away..... I'd need a portable pool like you have, but hubs who doesn't swim wouldn't want me to take up most of the garden with it... :(
 
While on the topic of swimwear, has anyone found nice cover-ups? I have no talent or inclination toward wraps, sarongs, scarves or other things that need tying, fixing or arranging. Looking for a non-see-through dressy type thing that I can put on with a pair of flip-flops and be good to go.
 
Not really, my cover ups are pretty much all relatively see -thru ... I sometimes throw a cotton/ linen streppy dress on which is really cool that's not see through, but otherwise no..like you I can't be doing with stuff that needs tying or twisting to wear...
 
Keesha said:
Drool! Oh how very fortunate you ladies are to have such lovely built in pools. They look fabulous. Sixteen and ten foot depths are heavenly. Goodness! Do you ladies have pool boys too?:playful:
Im sorry but I couldn’t resist. That looks like the lap of luxury. I’d love to have a built in pool but I’m certainly not going to complain. I love where I live and much of my swimming is done outdoors in the wild.
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Keesha, I thought that was you swimming by the other day while I was out riding.

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StarSong said:
While on the topic of swimwear, has anyone found nice cover-ups? I have no talent or inclination toward wraps, sarongs, scarves or other things that need tying, fixing or arranging. Looking for a non-see-through dressy type thing that I can put on with a pair of flip-flops and be good to go.
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This year I got that mesh cover up to put on after swimming but to be honest it isn’t worn often. If I’m not actually swimming then swimwear isnt something I really enjoy wearing, especially if it’s wet. I’m the kind of person that need to change out of swimwear ASAP
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Keesha, I thought that was you swimming by the other day while I was out riding.

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Hee hee Jim. So THAT was you ? You shark driving skills are improving. I see those lessons are really paying off. :yes:

StarSong said:
I have two pool boys. One is 66 years old and the other is 7. They're both darling!
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Perfect. :lofl:
 
Keesha said:
This year I got that mesh cover up to put on after swimming but to be honest it isn’t worn often. If I’m not actually swimming then swimwear isnt something I really enjoy wearing, especially if it’s wet. I’m the kind of person that need to change out of swimwear ASAP
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Keesha said:
This year I got that mesh cover up to put on after swimming but to be honest it isn’t worn often. If I’m not actually swimming then swimwear isnt something I really enjoy wearing, especially if it’s wet. I’m the kind of person that need to change out of swimwear ASAP
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I'm the opposite, but given that I've got a pool in the back yard and live in So Cal, that's not surprising. When it's going to toasty and I'm expecting to stick close to home, my preference is to wear a swimsuit and cover up all day. I pop in and out of the pool every few hours and sit with a beach towel under me. The idea is to stay slightly damp for much of the day. Cuts down on the AC bills and I get to enjoy the pool, among other things.

Our desert climate means very low humidity throughout the summer so I don't feel sticky, I stay cool as the dampness evaporates from my skin.
 
RadishRose said:
This might be helpful....scroll down a little.

https://www.tripsavvy.com/flattering-bathing-suits-for-mature-women-2972683
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They reference at least one Cocopear swimsuit. I've tried several from that line. The first time I thought I had a defective suit so I exchanged it. Nope. The fit is really strange. The cups are shaped and placed weirdly, and one was too short in the torso which I always expect, because I'm tall, but one was too long, which was a complete surprise!!

I am not comfortable in a suit with a high cut leg, or really even a regular leg opening for a laundry list of reasons so I tend to stick to shorts bottoms or a suit with a skirt.
 
C'est Moi said:
I like the tankini separates now; they seem to "suit" me best. I never wear a swimsuit in a public place anymore but I wear what I please in the back yard. If the neighbors don't like it they can quit spying, lol.
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Thank goodness for tankini tops !! .. I love 'em, have a few expensive ones, and wear them just about everyday now with capris for walking my dog around the area. So comfortable and cool in our heat & humidity.

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For OP,

I like your suit and cover-up combo. I've been looking for something and thought I would find something online at least. I don't have any decent, clothing stores in my whole county ;) so I shop online. Clothing though is tough, getting the size right, and quality of material etc.

I love swimming and soaking up some rays, although we don't have many hot days here, the beach can be amazing since it's so far north (Pacific Northwest).
 
hollydolly said:
Nice pool SS... I swim every morning and early evening at ours, can't resist the pool.....


My daughter just had hers sandblasted, re-sealed and repainted ready for the summer ... it's only 20 x 9, but it's deep.....
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Hello Holly:) Back when I shared a home with my X we had a pool. I took it so for granted. But if there's water I'll still find it ;)
 

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