Let us Talk About Swimsuits

Like a lot of of you, we detest swimsuit shopping. It is discouraging to stage into the dressing space with a pile of swimsuits only to walk out empty-handed and frowny-faced. We’;ve been there. 

With that explained, there was one thing about seeking forward to our 6-day holiday to Costa Rica that motivated us a just a litttttle bit a lot more than usual. We knew we’;d be spending our days soothing, swimming, and seashore hopping, so we tried to collect several swimsuits for the trip. And, I am not going to lie, we had fun carrying out it. For the past number of months we were usually texting each and every other photographs and backlinks to cute fits that we imagined would be cuter on one more gal. I can not think I just explained it was exciting. But yeah, it was kinda exciting. #victory 

Katie: ASOS Top + ModCloth Bottoms. Elsie: Victoria’;s Secret Bikini (Leading + Bottom).

Tip 1: Get in excess of by yourself

Just before you begin swimsuit shopping, you may well as nicely accept the truth that 25% of women (and humans for that matter) have insecurities. We’;re not best. Swimsuits can be freaky territory, but realizing that we’;re all in the exact same boat makes it feel a small safer. So considerably of how we see ourselves is a mind game anyway. As an alternative of focusing on what you do not really like about your entire body, give yourself a compliment and a substantial 5. You deserve it! 

From the best left: ASOS Leading (previous), Victoria’;s Secret Bottom, Victoria’;s Secret Best, Rashguard. From the bottom (left to correct): ModCloth, ASOS (Katie and I accidentally purchased opposite pieces of the exact same suit!), Urban Outfitters. 

Tip 2: Dress for your entire body type

I know this one must be super obvious, but it really is difficult—especially when you happen to be purchasing on the internet. When you have been scrolling by way of pages and pages of versions sporting swimsuits, it really is simple to neglect what you are even seeking for. I start noticing colours and cute types, and then I am like, “Waiiit a minute—I cannot dress in that!” Ha! It doesn’;t matter how cute it is if it really is not a style you will truly feel wonderful in. Gotta keep focused!

Everyone’;s physique-type options will be diverse. I have sworn off each one pieces and 2 pieces that are offered as pairs since I want different sizes on the leading and bottom. No matter what functions, right?!

Katie: 1 piece/Anthropologie (Comparable).

Laura: Dillards Bikini (Prime + Comparable Bottom). Katie: Leading and bottoms/Urban Outfitters.

Laura: ASOS bikini (Out of stock—aw, guy!).

Laura: Dillards Bikini (Leading + Bottom).

Emma: One piece/Urban Outfitters.

Emma: Top/H&M (Related), Bottoms/Target.

Tip 3: Combine + Match 

Emma and I have adopted the habit of collecting black pieces, and pieces that match with black. It is super hassle-free to be capable to mix and match pieces based on your mood and the activities of the day. I very advocate finding neutral pieces that you can combine with patterned and colored pieces. 

Also a number of of you asked inquiries about our swim caps. I found one particular of these at a vintage shop on our honeymoon and the other from eBay (I believe!). They are super straightforward to uncover on Amazon, also, for low cost! 

Our preferred areas to shop? ASOS, Victoria’;s Secret, Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, ModCloth, and Dillards.

I hope this has been useful. Satisfied swimsuit buying! xx. Elsie 

Credits // Writer: Elsie Larson. Photography: Elsie Larson, Katie Shelton, and Laura Gummerman.