I have not worn a swimsuit since my first trimester of being pregnant with the twins . . . the twins who are now almost 3-1/2yrs old. Even though I am a size 9/10, my belly area has basically been stretched beyond repair and I still look like I am at least four months pregnant from the front. When I was offered a chance to try some pieces from this year's Lands' End swimwear 2010 collection, I made a beeline for the tummy control swimsuits.
I have a special affinity for dark browns, so I selected this Tummy Control Tankini Top and the coordinating Tummy Control SwimMini. I figured that a swim skirt was the best way to go. Did I mention the stretch marks on my hips?
Tummy Control Gold Accent Tankini Top & Tummy Control Separates Solid SwimMini
When I first handled the swim skirt in person, it was very apparent that it was going to offer quite a bit of control. It did not have a separate panel in the front, but rather the entire built-in panty beneath the skirt had a control lining. When I felt the tankini, however, I was worried because I expected to feel the same lining around the torso. I was pleasantly surprised when I tried the tankini on for myself. I could feel the control of the fabric and it was definitely slenderizing. I still think for my body issues, I could have used a lining in the top similar to what is in the bottom.
Some of the details I really liked about the top was the metallic accents on the straps, which are meant to draw the eye up away from the mid-section. I only wish there was a second choice of a top with silvertone hardware instead of the gold. I wear all silver, white gold, and platinum jewelry, so a second choice would have been ideal for me.
The other thing I really liked was the seamed bust area which included sewn-in soft cups. The seams slightly resembled boning, but without the discomfort. I thought that the shirred detailing was very flattering, especially for small busted women like me.
Other than the color of the hardware, the only other improvement I would like to suggest is that the top might benefit from a little shirring on the sides. The reason I suggest this is because you can see the waistband of the skirt through the top, so there is an awkward line showing. I think shirred sides may help to camouflage this line. You would unlikely walk around town with obvious pantylines showing, so you would probably not want a line showing across your mid-section while at the beach or poolside.
Visit LandsEnd.com to view the full selection of swimwear for women, men, and children. You may also find some of the 2010 swim collection at your local Sears store. You can sign up for the Lands' End email newsletter or visit Lands' End on Facebook to stay up-to-date on the many great promotions offered throughout the year.
Thank you to Lands' End for sending us a sample swimsuit free of charge to base this review upon.
You look great! I didn't even think of looking at their separates! I love how much control they have
Posted on June 2, 2010 3:53 PM
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