I have a lot of swimsuits. A lot. And, I keep buying more because one of them is too tight, the other is too big, another shows too much boob, the next makes me look like I have no boobs, another looks like ‘little girl’ print, one is too short in the belly, my rear end hangs out too much on the next one, then there is faded, stretched out, out-of-style, and down-right ugly. Why do I buy them in the first place?? Trick mirrors? Maybe it’s my ever changing pregnant/not pregnant/aging body? Maybe I’m OCD? Maybe I’m too picky/insecure/vain? Who knows, but I keep buying more.
A long time ago, I told you how I was loving Victoria Secret’s Miracle Bra swimsuits. They do small miracles. But, there were a few things about the fit I didn’t love. Anyway, I’ve since run across the Twist Tankini from Hapari. I’m in love! This is my new favorite.
Check it out…I love that it’s modest (but, still feminine), longer in the torso, and that the twist naturally lifts up my saggy boobs without uncomfortable underwire and serious padding.
I have this white one…
I also got it in black. There are several cute prints, but lately I’m liking everything solid so that I can mix and match my bottoms with cute skirts or shorts. I bought the matching skirts, but also found several cute swim shorts at Dillard’s, over the weekend. Another great thing about Hapari’s suits is that they have these “Tummy Tuk” bottoms that are high waisted to hold in that belly and nix the muffin-top. I wish they made skirts with that feature too!
Oh, another thing I noticed…I think their suits run small. I had to order a size up from what I normally wear. But, even still…I’m not big on swimsuits sucking on to my post-baby-stretched-out belly, so I ordered 2 sizes up, just so there was no suctioning going on. You would think 2 sizes up would drown me, but it doesn’t. Even my skinny-minnie teenage sisters can wear them and look normal. 🙂 But, if you’re not trying to add the ruching effect to your suit, probably just 1 size larger. 🙂
There you have it, my new favorite swimsuit! I let Hapari know that I loved them and they said they will give me another swimsuit if I tell y’all about the Hapari Swimwear Model Contest. So, why not? I could always use another swimsuit.
So, I cannot relate to this feeling. But, if you think you have what it takes to be a Hapari swimwear model, you’re in luck! They are hosting a contest right now, click on the picture for details.
Do you have a favorite swimsuit brand or style?? Please share!
Amy says
This is great. That swimsuit is really really cute. I have to say i dread swimsuit’s in all ways shapes and forms….. Post babies bodies…. Ummm need i say more. Things just aren’t in the same place as they used to be. I am going to check them out. Thanks, and awesome that they are giving you another suit! Sweet.
orsoshesays says
Yep, I think lots of us can relate! But, that’s just how it goes and at least our kids are sweet, right? Moms just don’t have time to look perfect in a swimsuit. 🙂 Thank goodness swim skirts are in style, I love those for a little extra coverage. Thanks for commenting, Amy!
Matthew & Jennifer McEvoy says
I bought a maternity swimsuit at the beginning of the summer, I think the brand is Pez D’ Or or something like that. It is a European brand I found on Zulily. I LOVE the top, it is flowy rather than clingy on my belly and the print is so feminine and fun! But if I could afford it I would buy a maternity or regular suit from limericki.com. Their suits are modest and adorable!! I haven’t actually ever tried one on but they look like they are the best modest swimsuits ever, but a little out of my price range (or at least the price range my hubs is OK with). Someday when I am rich I will own a few of them 🙂
orsoshesays says
I’ve heard good things about lime ricki. I’ll have to check them out. 🙂 With Hapari, I receive their emails and every once in a while they have great sales. I just got my last suit for 40 percent off, loved that! Plus, it’s getting towards the end of summer…so, maybe even Lime Ricki suits will start going on sale.
Mqdn04 says
These look great! I have always dreaded swimsuits but especially post-twins. I wear a tankini now with mismatched bottoms and board shorts. 🙂 Talk about all covered up. 😉 I really want to try these…does the tankini get sucked to your body when you are in the water or when you come out?
orsoshesays says
I like that the material is a little thicker, so it seemed that it didn’t suck on that much 😉 But, again…I don’t know if it’s cause I ordered the bigger size, or not. I would just order 2 different sizes, and return the one that doesn’t work as well. However, one time I had two of their swimsuits, both the same size and one fit smaller than the other. So, I don’t totally trust their sizing consistency.
Andrea Brown says
I bought a Hapari swim suit a few years ago, and I love it. Next year, when I’m a little further in my post baby journey, I’ll be buying another one!!
Emily says
Great finds! I have all of the above issues with swimsuits except for showing too much. hahahaha.
Sara @ Our Best BItes says
I keep hearing everyone rave about Hapari suits, I need to try one. I’m loving that white one, although I’m not sure my pasty white self can pull off a white suit!
orsoshesays says
Sara, I’m so fish-belly white! But, guess what…I think the white actually makes me look more tan…way more than my black one. You can totally pull it off, do it!
Elsa says
I went back and forth between Hapari, Limi Ricki and Diviine ModesTee. Ended up with Diviine ModesTee and I absolutely love it! Never had a swimsuit that I felt comfortable with before this one.