Would you wear this - please be honest!

[brunette89]

Has anyone tried Joanie Clothing?!

Need a practical swimming costume that isn't frumpy... and I think the bikini days are over

I think this one could be good for covering my problem area (tummy)

https://joanieclothing.com/product/dotty-polka-dot-swimsuit/

Seems too good to be true, as the M&S version was £40...?!?!

What do you think? Can anyone else recommend any good options?! X

[gingerbreadmam]

i think it looks frumpy im afraid.

would you not go for a high waisted bikini or have you tried asos / next / river island?

[Mcakes]

Ooh yes, I would. Very cute and definitely not frumpy

[ohhhhhshit]

Swimming costume / skirt combo is just frump-tastic, I'm afraid. And more likely to draw attention to areas you're trying to hide.

[BarbRoyle]

Definitely would look frumpy I think. Is it to wear home or abroad?

[brunette89]

This is proving difficult as I'm a 16/18 so a lot of brands are out of the question.

It's free delivery & returns so I may just give it a go!

Birthday spa day in just over a week so I need something asap X

[TripTrapTripTrapOverTheBridge]

It's very cute. Go for it! Not everyone wants to flash every inch of themselves

[Drybonesthatdream]

I think it's gorgeous! I love vintage style clothing. Go for it, you can always return it.

And in the mean time, I might have one for myself.

[brunette89]

There are high waisted bikinis - but I'm not sure?!?!

https://joanieclothing.com/product/paloma-rose-print-pink-high-waist-bikini/

They're more stylish but I'm not sure about showing any midriff

I'll order a few and try them on I think,

[CocoLoco87]

I like M&S secret slimming costumes. They're quite tight around the middle but I have felt very body confident in them this year. I'm a size 14 post children and my tummy is a definite problem area. It's like it has cellulite on it!

[brunette89]

@CocoLoco87 I know the feeling!
Does the M&S one feel uncomfortable after a while? X

[gingerbreadmam]

if you like that style go for it i think it's personal taste. Asos do a great range and lots of sizes if you do get stuck. Their delivery and returns are great too.

[FrowningFlamingo]

I second the m&s ones, I don't think they are uncomfy and lots of them have ruching across the tummy that's quite flattering.
Tbh I think any of the costumes with extra bits look more conspicuous and probably have the opposite effect to what you're after tbh.

[FrowningFlamingo]

www.marksandspencer.com/secret-slimming-ruched-swimsuit/p/p22502210?extid=ps_gglpla_UK_Gen_,Women%20_PLAWomen%20--%3E%20Clothing%20--%3E%20Swimwear%20&%20Beachwear%20--%3E%20Tummy%20Control%20Swimwear_M&S%20Secret%20Slimming™%20Ruched%20Swimsuit%20RED%208&s_kwcid=AL!2750!3!176576748454!!!g!282012037158!&device=m&cvosrc=ppc%20shopping.google.Women%20%3E%20Clothing%20%3E%20Swimwear%20%26%20Beachwear%20%3E%20Tummy%20Control%20Swimwear&cvo_pid=46077006944&ef_id=Dq1PTpb3iwsAAAW1:20170705100453:s&pdpredirect

This looks nice. Might have to have a look at it myself!

[brunette89]

@FrowningFlamingo oooh I might try that!

[squirreltrap]

Wear what you like, literally

If you like it, buy it and enjoy it

[Branleuse]

I like it. Id wear it

[Katmeifyoucan]

The style of the M&S one is much nicer.

[InigoTaran]

I like it. Also they have some good reductions in their sale if you suit that vintage look!

[PlymouthMaid1]

I think it looks lovely, classy and different with a fifties vibe.

[brunette89]

@PlymouthMaid1 my thoughts exactly I love that vintage style!

I've just ordered loads from Joanie all pretty cheap though and free returns, so can't go wrong!

I've got the M&S one coming too - hoping it works wonders! X

[nina2b]

It looks very 1940s!

[JaneJeffer]

Looking at the back view it seems to show a lot of arse and then the front is very covered so it looks a bit strange.

[nina2b]

The M&S one is not as nice. That ruching thing fools nobody.

[CocoLoco87]

No they don't feel uncomfortable. I bought 2, will try and post links although I don't know how! The only thing I would say, once wet, they are quite tricky to get back up once you peel them down to go to the loo! Without being too graphic, I ended up just hoiking them to the side if I needed to go but you don't have that problem I'd they aren't wet

[CocoLoco87]

www.marksandspencer.com/secret-slimming-striped-swimsuit/p/p22489246?image=SD_02_T52_5860_E4_X_EC_90&color=BLUEMIX&prevPage=plp&pdpredirect

www.marksandspencer.com/secret-slimming-plunge-swimsuit/p/p22496985?image=SD_02_T52_2720_Y0_X_EC_90&color=BLACK&prevPage=plp

Hope the links work!