Now that we are past a record brisk June, it’s time to talk summer shop: swimsuits.

If you are a normal person, you probably aren’t in love with wearing a swimsuit all summer long. We all have things we’d rather hide than display to the world via half-nakedness.

Nonetheless, there are fun times to be had at the beach or pool and so, you should try to look as good as possible in a swimsuit! As always, I like to promote finding the best fit for YOU.

A few fitting factors:

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1. Don’t buy too big. You probably are unless you’re in the Speedo variety. Buy just above the knee with medium leg holes and fitted around your waist–not falling down!

2. Forget all the pockets. Seriously, do you carry around a briefcase in those things? At most you need one or two small pockets for a card/cash and maybe keys.

3. Consider colors. If you’re slimmer, think of doing a bold but not too crazy pattern; if you have a little love around the waist, think of doing a darker solid color. Any pattern should be age appropriate–don’t wear a swimsuit w/ surfing sharks on it unless you’re 5.