I’m feeling it. I’m feeling hotter…literally (and, NO, it’s not menopause). With Summer 2021 beginning to feel like it’s going to be a scorcher, thoughts suddenly turn to hopeful imaginings of sandy toes, pristine waters and sunburned noses.
Summer vacation, is that you? I’ve missed you, old friend.
As local beaches (particularly one whose white sands conjure up images of milky mango shakes, puka shell necklaces and Asian hair in corn rows) open up cautiously to vacation-deprived tourists, this mom assesses the damage one long pandemic has caused on her womanly “curves”.
From the looks of it, she’s maybe one curve too many.
Thankfully, there are a few fashion tricks of the trade that will help cover up a few extra poundage without having to resort to jean shorts and an oversize T-shirt.
The secret? Highlight what you love, downplay the….jiggly not-quite-there, extra “curves” we were talking about.
Browsing through hundreds (LITERALLY hundreds, I was on the hunt!) of swimsuit brands available online, these selected styles, cuts, prints and a few cover-ups were based on the FIVE most popular personality types and the cutest designs to cover all shapes and sizes!
So, are you ready? Let’s get started.
Choose a swimsuit personality that suits you and find the perfect poolside/beachside match that you just might want to be filmed running slo-mo in…
CLASSIC: Think old Hollywood glamour. You’re elegant and appreciate classic cuts and tried-and-true swimsuit styles.
GIRLY GIRL: Your sweet personality adores ruffles, dainty prints, and feminine colors, the ultimate Maria Clara
GLAM: You love the attention loud prints and eye-catching details bring. You are usually seen lounging glamorously by the pool hosting or attending the coolest parties.
SOPHISTICATED: Always pulled together and chic, you’re a world-traveler who always manages to look stylish and polished in and out of the water.
SPORTY: The beach is your domain. You are active, adventurous and look fabulous with beach hair and sunkissed cheeks.
Did you find the perfect swimsuit? I hope you found one that you love! Keep in mind, you already managed to carry and squeeze out a human being (or two, or three…) out of an amazingly God-given body.
You’ve got nothing to prove, no one to impress, mama! Now, get out there and just be AWESOME.
