Vintage Bathing Suits

[Darhling]

I just posted a couple retro suits in my giant for sale thread!

Runs to look!

 

[lazydaisyltd]

That Target suit is cute and they have larger sizes, but I agree with KittyT--wish they had better colors/patterns.

I've got to get a new suit this year--my old one is rapidly giving up the ghost--but I'm so cheap! Even the $40 Target model seems spendy to me. But my last suit lasted a decade, so that's $4 a year for the Target one, $8 a year for an Esther Williams. Perhaps that'll make me feel better?

I bought two Esther Williams this year and so far, I am extremely impressed with them. The fit is very good and the construction seems excellent. They are made in the U.S., if that is a decision-making factor for you.

 

[crazydaisy]

Ladies, that's something I wanna ask you about the sizing at esther williams: the smallest size is 34-26-36, while my size is more like 32-26-34 so I'm wondering how the fit would be? Was I right to understand from this thread that some of you buy esther williams swimsuits a size bigger to ensure the right fit? Because if that's the case than maybe the smallest size would fit me...That is, when and if I had the money for it...

 

[crazydaisy]

I also like one from samantha sage, and is on sale now (still expensive at 49 pounds), but the measurements are the same, 34-26-36, and is supposed to fit a UK size 8-10, so it looks like that is not gonna work for me, as I am more like 6-8. I really need an xs size I think...

 

[lazydaisyltd]

Ladies, that's something I wanna ask you about the sizing at esther williams: the smallest size is 34-26-36, while my size is more like 32-26-34 so I'm wondering how the fit would be? Was I right to understand from this thread that some of you buy esther williams swimsuits a size bigger to ensure the right fit? Because if that's the case than maybe the smallest size would fit me...That is, when and if I had the money for it...

I bought a size 10 in Esther Williams, and I'm about a 36-28-38...it fits well. I'm not sure if that helps you, but that's what I did...

 

[CherryRed]

I am a 42-35-44 and bought the EW suit in a 16 which was WAY too big. I exchanged if for a 14 which was better but I would prefer it to be a tad snugger. I usually fit a size 12 in suits off the rack. Had I gone by that instead of their measurements I may have been more satisfied with the fit. I think it depends on how snug you like your suit.

 

[PS]

I still have the Target suit in a M available over in the classifieds. Make me an offer lovelies!

I've been trying to sell some of my stuff on Ebay lately. I had a few extra dollars from selling stuff that is now too big on me and I purchased this

The Esther Williams Classic Sheath.
Now if I only I could buy the courage to actually wear it out of the house. But I am buying my kids and I a pool pass this year. They shouldn't have to suffer because I hate my thighs.

 

[JennyLou]

In preparation for the summer I wanted to purchase a vintage style bathing suit. I found some on pinupgirlclothing.com that would even fit me and were reasonably price but of course I would have to save up for it and probably wouldn't get it in time for summer. So I decided to sew one myself using materials I already have. I'm currently working on it and I hope it turns out okay. Please wish me luck.

 

[olive bleu]

I love this swimdress from Orvis
http://www.orvis.com/store/productc...2&cat_id=11990&subcat_id=11991&Group_ID=10390

They have some of the most youthful swimdresses I have seen for a while.

 

[PS]

Jenny-
WOW! I am impressed. Best of luck!! I think the idea of making a suit really sounds awesome. Please keep us updated.

 

[JennyLou]

Jenny-
WOW! I am impressed. Best of luck!! I think the idea of making a suit really sounds awesome. Please keep us updated.

Thanks. I will.

 

[miss_smith]

In preparation for the summer I wanted to purchase a vintage style bathing suit. I found some on pinupgirlclothing.com that would even fit me and were reasonably price but of course I would have to save up for it and probably wouldn't get it in time for summer. So I decided to sew one myself using materials I already have. I'm currently working on it and I hope it turns out okay. Please wish me luck.

What pattern are you going to use?

 

[Gigi]

In preparation for the summer I wanted to purchase a vintage style bathing suit. I found some on pinupgirlclothing.com that would even fit me and were reasonably price but of course I would have to save up for it and probably wouldn't get it in time for summer. So I decided to sew one myself using materials I already have. I'm currently working on it and I hope it turns out okay. Please wish me luck.

I considered making a vintage bathing suit for myself as well, but then I realized that I don't have that much faith in my sewing skills. I'm scared it'll rip while I'm out at the beach or something! Good luck with yours!!!

 

[Audrey Horne]

Anthropologie has some retro swim suits in their new summer line. They're a bit (some very) pricey but they look fun.

Sorry the pictures are so large!

 

[Brooksie]

Ladies, that's something I wanna ask you about the sizing at esther williams: the smallest size is 34-26-36, while my size is more like 32-26-34 so I'm wondering how the fit would be? Was I right to understand from this thread that some of you buy esther williams swimsuits a size bigger to ensure the right fit? Because if that's the case than maybe the smallest size would fit me...That is, when and if I had the money for it...

Crazydaisy, I have the exact same measurments as you and I have an EW swimsuit, it is a size 8 and it fits perfect. I have pics of me in it over on the pin up thread.

Brooksie

 

[LelaViavonie]

Anthropologie has some retro swim suits in their new summer line. They're a bit (some very) pricey but they look fun.

Sorry the pictures are so large!

I am drooooling THey are sooo cute!

 

[KittyT]

I just listed a couple of great vintage-style suits in the Classifieds for well below their retail price. I'd love for a lounger to have them!

 

[LelaViavonie]

On my way kitty T!

 

[Miss_Bella_Hell]

Oh Kitty those are SO cute!! You're taking offers, right?

 

[PS]

I still have the Target suit in the Classifieds as well.

Has anyone tried the LandEnd suits,

I came across it looking the Press releases for the Jantzen suit.