January Target Try-On // Mom Friendly Swimsuits

I am counting down the days until we head to Florida and escape Winter in Iowa! So I thought it would be helpful to share some mom friendly swimsuits in case you are headed somewhere warm this winter or on spring break.

The suits I have chosen are modest, yet totally chic. As a mama of 3 littles, I want to be able to swim, jump, & play with my kiddos on the beach, and at the pool, but still look sophisticated & flatters my curves.

This is what it looks like to do a try-on in January when there are sub-zero temps (stocking hat & wool socks are necessary!)

For reference my sizing info:

I’m 5’10”
Wear a size 6/27-28 pant
Size small/medium depending on the brand
I’m currently 5 months postpartum & breast-feeding

Bold Florals

I love ***this*** feminine floral print in this bright orange color! The rouching on the sides of this suit are very forgiving & flattering. This is full coverage in the back & is nursing/bump friendly. I am wearing a size medium

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Basic But Not Boring

***This suit*** has a very tiny ribbing detail & the cut is so flattering. I love this color & it is also a full back coverage option. The higher neckline is also perfect if you don’t want “the girls” exposed. I am wearing a size medium.

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Retro Inspired Polka Dot 2 Piece

Polka dots are going to be everywhere this spring/summer! I love ***this*** flattering, high rise bottom, and the ***top*** has cute ruffle detail (but the top is pretty low cut, and more flattering on smaller chested women, hence me wearing this adorable ***tee*** to cover-up 🙂 I’m wearing a medium in both the top & bottom. The ***tee*** is small

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Leopard print is still huge this year

This is my favorite ***suit*** from last year, and its back this year too! ( I wore 5-9 months pregnant!) It is non-maternity but totally works for the bump….just size up 1. The rouching on the side is very flattering & forgiving. It is also nursing friendly.
(This is me at 25 weeks pregnant)

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Tips for finding your most flattering swimsuit

– When in doubt wear a black suit. If you are looking for something timeless, classic & slimming, a black one piece is your best bet.

-To hide a tummy, look for rouching detail in the midsection. This distracts and disguises that trouble area.

-To elongate your mid-section, (if you are short waisted), look for a V-neck line. This will make you look longer & slimmer (with a 1 piece).

-To elongate your legs, look for higher cut bottoms. Make sure the bottoms that are hitting you above your hip bone (the fullest part of your hips).

-If you are heavier on top ( avoid large ruffles & embellishments (that will just add more bulk to that area).

-If you are larger on the bottom, try a solid color (2 piece) on the bottom & a printed top.

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