I was just talking about how pool season is coming up and that got me thinking about swimsuits. If you’re shopping retail and you need a swimsuit you might be out of luck by now.
That’s what I hate about shopping retail for seasonal items. If you want to get a decent swimsuit or any swimsuit at all you pretty much have to shop for it in January or February in this area. Same goes for shorts and other summer wear.
Oh sure, the stores might still have some summer wear in stock, but by the time the first heat wave roles around there won’t be one suit in sight! Instead the stores will have winter coats and boots. I’m sorry but the last thing I’m thinking of in the dead of winter is a skimpy bikini and likewise I’m not thinking of down coats during a heat wave!
Has that happened to you too? The first hot day in spring or summer comes along and you feel like putting on shorts or slipping into a bathing suit so you can go for a swim and when you go shopping for new items the stores are out of stock. Frustrating isn’t it?
That’s why I’m so happy that there are online stores that specialize in seasonal wear. Take SwimSuitsForAll.com as an example. You can purchase swimwear 7 days a week, 24 hours a day year round.
Another thing that I like about this online swimwear shop is that they have a wide selection of styles ranging from tankinis, bikinis to one piece swimsuits and everything in between. They even carry plus sizes.
I was looking at their pre-season sale items when I noticed that they also carry swimwear for those with long torsos. That’s me! I have long legs, but I’ve also got a long torso. Most of my life I’ve had to purchase a bathing suit one size bigger than I really need just so I can get the length. I’m going to spend some time looking over their selection. Perhaps I’ll finally be able to get a swimsuit that fits properly.
Take a look at their swimwear. I’m sure you’ll find something cute for summer and the great thing is you can buy it whenever you want rather than relying on retails strange stocking schedule!
You can get some great deals on bathing suits and swimming costumes online.
I bought board shorts a few months ago. And my sister bought a swimsuit.
You make a good point about not thinking about coats in summer. I usually invest in several sets of thermals every year, but this year I forgot until the temperature started to dip. Of course I had to goto 3 different stores until I could find one that was not sold out of thermals.
In regards to the bathing suits though, I imagine because I am a guy, I usually don’t have a problem finding one 😉
I get all my swimwear online now. I love it. I save a ton on the product and I don’t have to waste gas driving to the store. And I can do it in my pajamas lol. You should also check out Miraclesuit swimwear, great stuff. They have a website but I forget the URL. I have a blog about it. Don’t know how much you’d be interested if you’re slim though, miraclesuit is more for plus size women.
Interesting experience you share – have you thought of being a mystery shopper? It certainly would make the retail experience more enjoyable whilst you get paid for your time instead of just endless unpaid browsing!
I really agree with you Tricia, online swimwear shopping is soooo much nicer than trying on a crappy store range, in fluorescent lights and a tiny changing room while people are waiting. Swimwear shopping online, you get the best deals and the best range. Am definitely an online lover!
Well I have a few months before having to get myself into a bathing suit. Thank goodness. First it’ll be working out and eating clean. And I’m going to focus on resistance training just to keep everything tight and firm.
My mind is almost ready for the transformation process.
I really love the Miracle Suit. I have one years ago and got so many compliments whenever I wore it. Spiegel has GREAT suits too!