Swimsuit shopping... HELP

RedVelvetCurls

Okay, I'm sure many of you guys have been in a similar position. I'm about to buy my first swimsuit. Ever. And I know it seems like such a simple task but it's pretty scary to me, and I'd love some input from people who have also lost a lot of weight and are changing their wardrobe.

Does anyone know where I can find a swimming costume that has a vintage, retro look? Like the one Marilyn wears in this iconic photo:


I've been searching online but results have been quite fruitless. I am in Scotland so I would prefer it if I could order it online, as I imagine this kind of style is more common in the States and I would have to import it! If it helps, I'm a UK 10, I think that's a US 8?

I don't mind the colour, I just want something a little vintage because that's the fashion style I follow now. I wear a lot of rockabilly makeup and clothes, and I wear curls and victory rolls in my hair, etc. I also don't want to wear a bikini yet because I still have some excess tummy skin that I am reluctant to expose to the public until I'm done toning up.

obeseandsassy

Don't know how much you're looking to spend but I'd recommend etsy! Here's a link to one i found:

http://www.etsy.com/listing/127961601/the-marilyn-maillot-white-one-piece?ref=sr_gallery_1&sref=sr_b6db000e0759a75317acc16048868343e5fe56d51c7e1e6c5c32eccd3e3eda02_1368281672_14235396_swimsuit&ga_search_query=marilyn+monroe+swimsuit&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_ref=auto1&ga_search_type=all


also modcloth, they've got a ton of vintage-inspired suits! http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear

Lizlicious2187

J.Crew has a couple of cute options..a bit pricey, but the quality is good.

elledeery

modcloth.com has lots of vintage looking suits as does shopruche.com!

jessmart83

here are a couple sites that might help.
http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/swimwear.html
http://www.modcloth.com/shop/swimwear
http://www.unique-vintage.com/swimsuits-piece-swimwear-c-417_419.html

CaffeinatedGlitter

I saw a ton on Pinterest last night that were pretty awesome looking!

xbeth77x

Here is one that's very similar to the one you posted!

http://www.modcloth.com/shop/onepiece-swimwear/bathing-beauty-one-piece-in-white

Vailara

There's lots of vintage-styled swimswear on Ebay!

RedVelvetCurls

Thanks everyone! I've looked at them all, and I think I MIGHT go for the one on Etsy as it's custom made. I've just messaged her to ask her if her suits support the bust more. After weight loss, the girls need a little extra support to look young, you know?

dunnodunno

Do you have any stores like Ross, TJMaxx, or Marshalls over there? I bought a very cute, retro looking swimsuit at a Ross & paid around $21.99 for it.