There are two summer items I never thought I would wear as I’ve gotten older: a high waisted bikini or a one piece swimsuit. I grew up at the pool: swimming on swim team in the summers, always wearing a cap and goggles and some one piece swimsuit that felt SO tight and uncomfortable. “But remember, they always stretch.” Lies. So I pretty much swore off being cold and wet and ever working my way back into an uncomfortable, ugly one piece swimsuit.
But times have changed and the one piece has made it’s comeback. Everywhere you look there are amazing one piece swimsuits that cover while still showing off a bit of skin! No more wearing “mom jeans” in the form of a swimsuit. Or feel like you are being suffocated in your way too tight suit! This 2016 is all about covering up while still feeling amazing.
And as you may have seen before in my previous post about ModCloth, they are showing any shape, size and style can feel amazing when it comes to swimwear. ModCloth has one pieces, bikinis, high waisted bikinis, and extended sizes. So no matter what you’re looking for or whether you’re looking for a simple black suit to an ultra colorful one, you’ll always be able to find a suit that works for you!
This one piece (which I’m so sad to say is already out of stock- insert cry face emoji x 10 here) is ALL about covering up while still showing off a little bit of skin! When I first saw it on their site, I knew I had to have it! The low front plunge shows off a little cleavage whether you have a lot going on up there or just a little. Either way, you’ll be turning heads at pool and have people asking you all day where you got your suit!
And like I said before…I don’t like being cold and wet. I did that for 9 years of my life all while coaching swim lessons as well…I’m done with that. But I do love myself a giant floatie. Especially when it’s in the form of a pineapple.
If you’re looking for a one piece swimsuit, a float to keep you completely dry this summer or some fun pool accessories like beach bags or cocktail floats, I have you covered! Linking all my favorites below! Just hover your mouse over the photo that you would like to shop and click away to be brought to the page!
One Piece Swimsuits That Make A Statement (many on sale!!):
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Now let’s talk about a swimsuit I DEFINITELY never thought I would like: the high waisted bikini. When this style came back in, I was super hesitant about even trying on the style. BUT once I saw a couple of my favorite fashion bloggers in that style, rocking them like nobody’s business, I gave it a go! And turns out, I love it! And what’s so cool is I think this style looks good on many body shapes. So whether you’re down for showing skin like me or if you’re looking to cover up more while still rocking a bikini, this suit style is definitely something you should try!
I love that this suit has an underwire in the top to help everything stay pushed up and in place whether you’re tanning on the side of the pool, taking a dip in the water, or riding a giant pink flamingo in the bright blue water.
So get out there and make a statement this summer! Whether that’s by wearing a bright bikini or bringing a giant float to the pool or having mini floats to carry your drink while you float away the day! Enjoy the sunshine, enjoy your friends, and enjoy showin’ off what yo mama gave ya!!
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You are the cutest! Totally agree that I wouldn’t have thought I would like a high waisted suit, but you’re rockin it. Love both of those!
Love that high waisted one! I think they are so cute, but haven’t have the courage to try one on yet. Random question – I saw in your snap the other day that you tried new mascara but didn’t like it. What kind do you use now? Your lashes always look on point! Same with your eyeliner! I would love to know both if you don’t mind.
I would also love to know what you use 🙂
i just use boreal brand!
I love the high waisted bikinis! Especially since I have been feeling subconscious about my belly after having a baby. Sadly, I couldn’t find my size in the prints I liked so I checked out Victoria’s Secret and they had them in the mix and match bottoms and tops and I scored 2 different styles. I love Modcloth but probably due to your blog they ran out quickly. Just thought I’d give an alternative for your readers that may have the same problem I did.
Lovvvveee the one piece! Surprisingly sexy
omgosh!! that first bathing suit is too cute. Also your ass looks fantasssstic in it. I don’t know if i could be convinced about the high waist bottoms for myself just yet, but we’ll see how the summer goes 😉
I am so sad that black one piece is sold out! It’s adorable!
me tooooooo. so lame!
Ok, 1) what the hell was up with ordering a small freaking tight as shit one piece for swim team?! i totally feel you on this! I did swimteam for like 7 years and wtfff. Never stretched out. I love both of these suits on you!! I really need to check out modcloth…they have some suuuuper darling stuff. And your floaties are out of control amazing! I’m so happy it’s summer!! Happy weekend love!! XO
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LOVE the black one piece on you! You look amazing.
Also…ordering the watermelon and pineapple floaties ASAP for all of the upcoming summer festivities. Good looking out!
Hey Juli- i totally feel ya on the sitting around in a wet 1 piece swimsuit. yuck.
I’ve always wondered: Who photographs you? I’m assuming you take your own photos of your food, etc, but do you have a photographer you work with when you do shoots like this one?
side note: Your level of fitness/clean eating is so inspiring. Thanks for all the recipes!
if you go to the end of the post, it has a link to the photographer i used! but i normally have my sister in law or husband take them!
Juli can you please do a post about what make up you use?! Your make up looks great and as a beginner I’d love some tips!
sure, i’ll put one together soon!