Active discussions

Meet the Other Phone. Protection built in.

Meet the Other Phone.
Protection built in.

Buy now

Please or to access all these features

Talk
Style and beauty

Looking for style advice? Chat all about it here. For the latest discounts on fashion and beauty, sign up for Mumsnet Moneysaver emails.

Original poster

Who needs a cheap and ridiculously flattering 50's style swimsuit?!

42 replies

BunnyLebowski · 29/04/2013 07:31

I bought this for my holidays yesterday.

I can barely put into words how flattering it is on my size 14 lumps curves. Particularly on the stomach. And it's so pretty!

Just wanted to share Smile

OP posts:
Forgetfulmog · 29/04/2013 07:33

From Peacocks! Sorry, not trying to be a snob, I was just surprised! Thanks for sharing Smile

Original poster
BunnyLebowski · 29/04/2013 07:35

I know. I only popped in because their kids stuff is surprisingly nice and DD needed a few things. This caught my eye, the price tag especially Smile

Also it's true to size. I was going to size up due to norkage but risked it and it's perfect.

OP posts:
pocketandsweet · 29/04/2013 10:43

thanks bunny. I went in last summer to find some emergency leggings for dd2 and was surprised not only how great those were but also on a return trip I bought myself a pair of jeans. I tried them on and figured for £12 they were worth a try and darn it they are fabulous. Peacocks who knew. I think if you have a judicious eye there are some good things to be had. I will have a wander to the swimsuit section next time. I had to send my Toast ones back because they weren't flattering. Maybe I will luck out with your recommendation.

FarleyD · 29/04/2013 21:39

Link not working? Or is it me?

BellaBearisWideAwake · 29/04/2013 21:42

was it this one?

Original poster
BunnyLebowski · 29/04/2013 21:58

Not sure what happened there but yep that's the one Smile

Bought it in the pink polka dot but I'm tempted to buy the red too!

OP posts:
BellaBearisWideAwake · 29/04/2013 21:58

oooooh very nice!

BellaBearisWideAwake · 29/04/2013 22:00

If there was a navy one or a navy with polka dots I'd be buying one - not sure I am brave enough for red or pink!

AngiBolen · 29/04/2013 22:01

What is the norks bit like? Is it firm (DH calls it fake boobs) or flimsy?

It looks very nice indeed. Smile

Inthebeginning · 29/04/2013 22:04

I was going to ask the same angi last peacocks ones I tried on were like shoelace straps. I drooped. :)

AitchTwoOhOneTwo · 29/04/2013 22:11

enquiring minds need to know.

oohaveabanana · 29/04/2013 22:14

Very cute. I have a similar one in red & white spots from last year (not from Peacocks, Debs I think) & it's a really flattering shpe, but I might need another. Hummm, red or black....

Original poster
BunnyLebowski · 29/04/2013 22:22

I'm a 34DD/E and it fits fab.

It has soft vaguely boob shaped inserts but they mould to your own shape rather than give a fake tit effect iyswim. It gives great support and the same effect as a balcony style bra.

OP posts:
EmmaDale · 29/04/2013 22:30

I have the tankini version of the it and I have to agree that it is v comfortable and flattering. I was really surprised.

bluebump · 29/04/2013 22:36

That looks nice actually, I might go investigate it in store.

Waferthinmint · 29/04/2013 22:39

This reply has been deleted

Message withdrawn at poster's request.

novelsituation · 29/04/2013 22:39

Thanks, Bunny

I've been looking for a red retro swimsuit. Have ordered

cocolepew · 29/04/2013 22:42

Looks lovely Envy

FarleyD · 30/04/2013 07:59

Oh thanks for that. It does look nice. Good price too.

awaywego1 · 01/05/2013 22:50

I've just ordered this as I've been searching high and low for an affordable 50s style swimsuit for ages. Went for the pink. There's a code for 20% off if you use paypal PAYPAL20 which I couldn't get to work for ages but it seems to have worked now.
Thanks OP-hope its as flattering on me-eek Smile

hellswelshy · 02/05/2013 10:13

Great thread! Just like to mention as well, there are some beauties in Sainsburys too, very similar style for £15! Available in a few colours and polka dot and a Aztec print. Havent tried them on yet, but they look nice and flattering - i need something to hold my tummy in that doesnt look a bit, ahem old lady swimsuity. Great price so may be worth a look! Smile

BobblyGussets · 02/05/2013 10:23

Thank you! Peacocks is a mile away from me, so I am going in a minute! If it's a good 'un, my Mum and eveyone else will get to hear about it.
I bought some Italian leather wedges from there (they had a shop in "Woolworths") years ago so cheaply and they must have lasted 6 summers at least.

misslaughalot · 02/05/2013 10:34

Oh thank you! Have been looking for a flattering swimsuit for my post baby body as we're planning on taking DD swimming for the first time next week. Have ordered this in black!

ellesabe · 02/05/2013 13:37

That looks reeeeeally nice! I wonder if I could squeeze my 32GGs into it... stupid boobs

MrsLettuce · 02/05/2013 16:57

I MUST have one but am flummoxed about what size I need Hmm

Measured today and looked at their size chart, says my hips are a 12 (yay!). 'waist' a 16 (started my period today though). norks in a bra are also a 16 (not swolen ATM, very, very squishy in nature, pendulous).

So, WTF size do I go for? A 14?? DOn't want it hanging off my arse but would also like to be able to breathe. I'm not in the UK so DM will have to order it and send it over, needs to be as right as it's getting first time.

Help?