Ok girlies....bathing suits???

llahairdna

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Suddenly-Slim-by-Catalina-Women-s-Shirred-Halter-Swimsuit/17804485

This is the MOST flattering swimsuit I have ever had. I have a larger top and I find the support of this one great

Cutest thing ever!!! I just bought one, thanks to you!!

julieh1973

Victoria's Secret: Mine (tankini) actually has a built in bra and I get tons of compliments. I usually buy for the next year in September when they are on clearance but I won't be able to this year as I will still be loosing weight .
(still got a lot to lose but it will be worth the extra $$$)

cindyhow27

Lands End (at Sears or online) has great tankini tops with extra support and you can mix it with a number of different bottoms.
I like it when I'm running after my DD at the beach or pool !

valerieschram

Old Navy has some really cute and affordable suits. I have this one and love it: http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=52005&vid=1&pid=898516&scid=898516012.

stephie4111

I am so excited about swimsuit season getting to buy a size small wow makes me happy. i like the type that covers the bottom half so i dont really have to shave lol

abberbabber

I love tankinis and I get the halter-type tops to give me some cleavage (I'm only a B cup lol). I bought this top at Lane Bryant, plus the "high waisted" bottoms to hold the tummy in. Looks pretty awesome, if I say so myself

http://www.lanebryant.com/swimwear/view-all/paisley-swim-tank-with-built-in-cacique-no-wire-bra/19239c19245p135823/index.pro?Mpper=16&Mpos=17&pageSize=16&Mcatn=view+all&Mcatpn=Swimwear&Mcatg=category_root&Mcatp=cat_19239@6000&Mcat=19245@6000

ttaylor68913

tankini with shorts or a skirt... i tend to stick to more of a halter top on because it offers more support for the girls

mississippi_queen

BUMP

NotAllWhoWanderAreLost

if you plan on being active while in your suit (beach running, paddleboarding, kayaking, waterskiing, volleyball, swimming, frisbee, etc) you'll want more of an athletic cut. I like athleta and titlenine.com ... I have had good luck with my suits from Lands' End and Athleta. I find the Old Navy, WalMart, Target, etc brands tend to have lesser quality fabric, but then again, if you have more than one suit and you are just doing a casual beach/pool thing as opposed to water sports, then that might work fine for you and your wallet. Oh yes, and i love tankini tops --- just wish more brands offered them in TALL sizes

Gel978

Thank you guys so much for the info!!! It always helps when people with real bodies share what works for them. I'm definitely getting on here and going through the links and suggestions on this thread tonight to find a few things.

The swimdress definitely looks promising....I guess I will have to suck it up (and in) and go try one on.

Gel978

I'm thinking of a nice bright red one like this:

Um...hahaha! Hope it looks as good on me!

shiseido_faerie

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Suddenly-Slim-by-Catalina-Women-s-Shirred-Halter-Swimsuit/17804485

This is the MOST flattering swimsuit I have ever had. I have a larger top and I find the support of this one great

I love this....I might have to take a trip to WalMart!

fairygirl716

Venus has really cute flattering suits

Gel978

I found some really cute ones at old navy, target, Victoria's secret, Venus and Torrid.the problem now is deciding...lol I was trying to post links but I f$&@ed it up. Maybe tomorrow with some caffeine. Thanks again for the suggestions!

Gel978

In case this helps anyone, I found a few really cute bathing suits:

http://www.target.com/p/Mossimo-Womens-Red-Crochet-Halterkini-Swim-Top/-/A-14007509

http://www.target.com/p/Mossimo-Womens-Mix-Match-Stripe-Tankini-Swim-Top-Assorted-Colors/-/A-13784853

http://www.torrid.com/torrid/Clothing/Swim//Retro+Chic+By+Torrid+-+Red+White+Hearts+One-Piece+Swimsuit-550039.jsp

http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=5405&vid=1&pid=117584