Swimwear

Sneak Peek: Swimsuit Sale at 6pm.com!

March 22, 2011 By Denise Shively

Temperatures are heating up, and swimsuit season will be on upon us before you know it! To help you get ready for the summer, 6pm.com is having a one-day sale March 23, 2011 on swimwear. You can nab a suit or two for yourself at up to 80% off, and The Fashionable Housewife has been given a sneak peek at some of the styles you can expect to see tomorrow.

Check out my favorites below (prices quoted may be different the day of the sale.)

Not everyone wants to wear a bikini, which is where this flattering
one piece comes in! ($44.40) The deep v-neck, gathered strap and chest detailing and easy slip-on design ensures you can sip margaritas by the pool in comfort AND style.

I love the bright colors on this
Split bikini top ($35.) The fiery pattern will definitely heat up the beach when you wear it! Matching
bottoms are also available and are priced at $29.40 as of this writing.

I think monokinis are super sexy, and
this one from Split is no exception ($54.60.) This swimsuit features an all-over graphic design; metal D-ring hardware; a halter top tie and closure for an easy fit and comfort, and a cutout design that will certainly turn heads. This just might be one of my favorite swim suits of the season!

This
bikini features a super-hot print, removable halter strap, hardware detailing and a stretchy fit to make sure you’re comfortable in the waves or lounging on the sand ($34.80.) Matching bottoms are available, including a
super cute skirt style and range in price from $32.40 to $39.60.

For more modest coverage, this
adorable tankini will certainly do the trick! ($39.60 for the top.) The deep, rich cobalt color is one of the hottest shades of the season, and the flirty ruffle detailing adds a touch of femininity and fun. Don’t forget to grab a pair of
matching bottoms to go with it!

Remember ladies, the prices quoted here may change with the sale tomorrow so don’t forget to check it out! Where else are you going to be able to score a super cute swimsuit at up to 80% off? Come back tomorrow and let me know what you grabbed!

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Summer Fashion, Swimwear Tagged With: 6pm.com, 80% off, Online Sales, Sales, Swimsuit sale, Swimsuits

The Best 2011 Swimwear for Fashionable Housewives

March 22, 2011 By Guest Blogger

Women are a lot like fingerprints – no two are the same. While one housewife may enjoy gardening, an occasional glass of wine and extravagant fashions, another may loath anything with stems, abhors alcohol and would rather play with leaves than pay full price for her clothing. Who is right? The beauty is that in the game of fashion, there are no wrongs, only wrongs for you. And with summer a few short months away, every fashionable housewife will need this summer staple – the swimsuit. Whether you’re into bikinis, tankinis, or one-pieces, there is a style for everyone. Read on to find the best swimsuit for your personality, body type and a few tips to guarantee you’ll be wearing the best fitting swimwear this season.

For the Housewife with a Large Bust

Freya Swimwear: To often women with large breasts must sacrifice support for style. Not anymore! Freya Swimwear is designed for women with D cups and larger and suits run up to a size 40G. The line consists of tankinis, bikinis and one-pieces so you’ll have plenty of options regardless of your coverage style. The best part is the tops run by bra size so you’re guaranteed a great, customized fit. (If you don’t know your size, check out my bra fitting calculator.)

For the Housewife with a Small Bust

Voda Swimwear: The grass always seems greener on the other side. Big busted women want to look smaller and small busted women want more cleavage. Thankfully both can have their cake and eat to it. For the petites, there’s the fabulous Envy collection by Voda Swimwear. These attractive bikinis have special padding that will push your girls up but won’t get heavy when wet. Suits run in small, medium and large and come in four fun colors.

For the Housewife with a Pool Boy

Karla Colletto: Three words. Oh. Em. Gee. This season’s selections are beyond hot, with trendy one-shoulder one pieces to red-hot bandeau bikini tops, this collection will make you want to go to the beach just to rock your new swimwear. The line consists of one-pieces, bikinis and swim skirts and runs in dress sizes so you’re sure to find your best fit.

For the Chic Housewife

Panache Swimwear: Like Freya Swimwear, Panache is for gals with D cups and up who wish to have the utmost support with bra-size bikini and tankini tops. The collection is diverse in its designs and you can either select a solid-color swimsuit or one with a chic print. Suits are supportive and will cover all the right areas.

For the Pregnant Housewife

Anita Swimwear: Anita Swimwear understands what pregnant women want and they design their swimwear accordingly. Comfort, support and a flattering silhouette that won’t constrict baby is the goal of each piece.

Swimwear Fit Tips

If you have any questions, feel free to call my expert bra fit hotline at 1-888-262-4887.

Happy swimwear shopping!

Written by: Linda “The Bra Lady” Becker | LindasOnline.com

Filed Under: Body Shapes, Swimwear Tagged With: bikini, Body Shape, Body Type, maternity swimwear, Plus Size Swimwear, Swimsuits, Swimwear, swimwear fit tips, tankini

Swimwear Trend: Stylish Pieces to Wear Day and Night

March 1, 2011 By The Fashionable Housewife

Swimwear Trend: Stylish Pieces to Wear Day and Night

These swimsuits and leather-embellished bag can seamlessly transition to a night setting.

As swimwear materials and techniques evolve, a novel trend has emerged in the designer swimwear world: transitional swimsuits that you can wear at the beach or at the hippest local nightclub (paired with your favorite skirt or pants!) With this new trend, designers are working on silhouettes that are the perfect balance of elegant and edgy, while using the most technologically advanced fabrics. These multifunctional pieces are so stylish that they can double as chic swimwear and the statement piece of a night-out ensemble.

With this trend in mind, Plush Swimwear, an online boutique specialized in designer swimwear, launched a section of its website dedicated to these distinctive pieces, named "After Dark". Plush explains After Dark items cater to the growing upscale clientele segment within the fashion swimwear market: "This highly selective customer is looking for statement pieces in swimwear – those eye-catching items that are unique, of extremely high quality and that can be worn from day-to-night. After Dark is designed to highlight these exceptional items in fashion swimwear for customers who crave the exclusive styles and the versatility of pieces created by renowned designer swimwear labels." Plush revealed some of the most popular items in this category are one piece swimsuits, tunics, caftans, and beach bags and totes from top swimwear designer brands, such as Clube Bossa and Lenny Niemeyer.

To find these pieces, be on the lookout for three criteria: couture swimwear quality, uniqueness in style and versatility of use. These also mean higher price points, but also a long-lasting piece designed to make you feel oh-so-fabulous!

Filed Under: Summer Fashion, Swimwear Tagged With: Plush Swimwear, Swimsuits, Swimwear, swimwear trends

Swimwear 2011 Trends Reveal a Colorful Season

November 9, 2010 By The Fashionable Housewife

Swimwear 2011 Trends Reveal a Colorful Season

Turquoise, orange and colorful animal prints in the Luli Fama, L-Space and Vix 2011 collections.

The 2011 swimwear season is promising to be a very colorful season, based on what was shown during this year’s Fashion Week Swim in Miami. Plush Swimwear, an online boutique specialized in designer swimwear notes that swimsuits showcased in Miami were mostly vibrant, composed of playful patterns in vivacious palettes for an effect that will be sure to make heads turn next season.

In terms of colors, the swimwear forecast is for lots of vivid blue-green, deep oranges and fuchsia hues. For prints, designers are playing with these intense colors in tribal patterns and animal prints in unusual colors. For example, the brand Luli Fama came up with beautiful designs by using turquoise, raspberry pink and tribal flavors in their bikinis. As seen with other swimwear designers, the hip labels L-Space and Vix Swimwear also utilized burnt orange and animal prints in unique colors in their collections.

Plush Swimwear also points out that texture is key for next swimsuit season. Designers made use of ruffles, embroidery, ruching, sophisticated accents, and more to enhance the look of their swimsuits and make sure they "stand-out". So keep these tips in mind for next bikini season and you’ll be sure to stand out too!

Filed Under: Sponsored Post, Swimwear Tagged With: L-Space, LLuli Fama, Plush Swimwear, Summer 2011, Swimwear, swimwear 2011, swimwear trends, Vix Swimwear

Up to 85% Off On Summer Essentials at 6pm.com!

August 26, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Are you the type that likes to plan ahead? Then you probably love end-of-season sales, where you can stock up on great basics to enjoy next year! 6pm.com is blowing out summer staples today. Check it out:

SANDALS up to 85% off!

SWIM SALE up to 80% off!

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Great Lengths Swimwear Updates Classic Looks

August 20, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Do your Labor Day plans involve time by the pool? Great Lengths Swimwear suggests looking to classic bathing beauties for inspiration!

The One piece is and always will be a classic and iconic wardrobe staple. The style has stood the test of time and continues to be sensual and sexy as ever. Great Lengths has taken some of the most recognized beauties and icon pieces of swimwear and added modern technology to create the latest swimsuit. Great Lengths made sure to keep your modesty while enhancing and slimming your silhouette with Powernet technology. With still loads of sun and fun to be had become a bathing beauty of this millennium with Great Lengths.

Selection varies from store to store, but check out a few of Great Lengths’ fabulous bathing suits and the seaside sirens that inspired them:

So if you’re still on the hunt for a swimsuit to make a splash in, definitely consider the Great Lengths line at Macys.com– offered in sizes 8-16 and 16W-24W.

Filed Under: Affordable Fashion, Celebrity Styles, Shopping, Summer Fashion, Swimwear Tagged With: bathing suits, celebrity swimwear, JC Penney, longitude, Summer Fashion, Swimsuits, Swimwear

5 Tips for Looking Great in Your Swimsuit

August 20, 2010 By Lucie Amberg

Yes, it’s that time of year when we’re all dreaming of falling leaves and fabulous boots. But in reality, many of us are still struggling with triple-digit temps.

On the positive side, that means there’s still a lot of time for hot weather socializing. And of course, that often involves a bathing suit.

Mary McCoy of Longitude Swimwear offered the following tips for looking your best while you’re by the pool. And check out the samples of her popular line at JCPenney.

Scrunch It: Ruching is a woman’s best friend. The extra fabric and gathering are a great way to disguise problem areas.
Draw It: Draw attention to the center of your body with vertical stripes, patterns or colors.
Disguise It: Black can be any women best friend to a disguise and look slimmer.
Accentuate It: Accentuate your best feature, whether it is your hips, tiny waist, or bust.
Dress It Up: A swim dress is a beautiful take on a suit that is sure to cover front and back.

Best news of all? It’s easy to put these great tips into action; many Longitude swimsuits are on sale right now– for as little as $20.70! That should make it easy for you to treat yourself before your next poolside bash.