SUMMER IS COMING SUIT UP YOURSELF FOR BATHING SUIT SEASON
As summer nears, so does the ubiquitous pool party. If donning a bathing suit keeps you in the cabana, try one of these swimwear suggestions for the self-conscious.
(Nutricise) — In about a month, the school bell will sound for the final time until next fall and most of your classmates will head out the doors and right to the local beach, lake or pool in your area. If the thought of squeezing yourself into a bathing suit and strolling the hot sand makes you wish for more final exams, you are not alone. While it's not too late to shape up for summer, there are other options to help make you feel more like a bronzed goddess than a beached whale. Nutricise asked dELiAs.com, a leading marketer of teen apparel, for a fashion consultation to make the transition from biology to the beach a little less stressful.
Who needs an itsy-bitsy-teeny-weenie-yellow-polka-dot-bikini anyway? It is not only unflattering but also not very practical for today's active teen. dELiAs offers suits in a variety of shapes and every size from XS to XXL. What's more, because most of us have less than symmetrical bodies, you can even purchase bikini tops and bottoms as separates, getting the exact sizes you need. Their bikini bottoms provide good coverage, and the athletic-looking boy shorts are even more forgiving. The Amaya suit with its tropical Hawaiian print has full coverage bottoms and a liberal halter-top. The Skylar(blue with turquoise and hot pink binding) has coordinating pieces with two tops and two bottoms. You can get a sport top with straps that allow it to convert to halter or a racer back tankini, which offers a little more coverage. Match it up with boy bottoms or full-cut bikini bottoms. Sometimes a less revealing one-piece is the way to go. Check out the Star Brite One-Piece if more material is more your speed.
Fashionable cover-ups are not just for getting from home to seaside and back again. There's no rule that says you can't lounge around in a wrap or a pair of shorts (it's always good to give your skin a break too). Tie dELiAs' A-line cotton Terry Wrap around your waist or throw on the Surf Skirt. If you feel comfortable in something longer, the Rashmi and Shamalla skirts lend a tropical island feel. These skirts are all cotton, and if you feel brave enough to remove them, they can always double as blankets to lie on.
Board shorts are huge sellers at dELiAs, and their appeal is obvious. These versatile bottoms are athletic-looking and come in a variety of patterns. They look great with a T-shirt or over a one piece and pair perfectly with a bikini top. Designed for surfers, you don't even need to take them off when you jump in the water. At dELiAs, you can look at the Pool, Hibiscus, Diner and Lifeguard shorts among others. Also, while it is not recommended that you swim in them, the cotton Med pants are lightweight with a drawstring waist and loose fit, and are an easy alternative for lakeside lazing.
Summer break is meant to be fun, and being self-conscious at pool parties does not make for the most enjoyable experience. Be creative with your summer wardrobe and try to find pieces that make you feel good. Confidence will stem from comfort. There are more good options than ever this season.
Visit dELiAs.com to view even more summer fashions
(Nutricise) — In about a month, the school bell will sound for the final time until next fall and most of your classmates will head out the doors and right to the local beach, lake or pool in your area. If the thought of squeezing yourself into a bathing suit and strolling the hot sand makes you wish for more final exams, you are not alone. While it's not too late to shape up for summer, there are other options to help make you feel more like a bronzed goddess than a beached whale. Nutricise asked dELiAs.com, a leading marketer of teen apparel, for a fashion consultation to make the transition from biology to the beach a little less stressful.
Who needs an itsy-bitsy-teeny-weenie-yellow-polka-dot-bikini anyway? It is not only unflattering but also not very practical for today's active teen. dELiAs offers suits in a variety of shapes and every size from XS to XXL. What's more, because most of us have less than symmetrical bodies, you can even purchase bikini tops and bottoms as separates, getting the exact sizes you need. Their bikini bottoms provide good coverage, and the athletic-looking boy shorts are even more forgiving. The Amaya suit with its tropical Hawaiian print has full coverage bottoms and a liberal halter-top. The Skylar(blue with turquoise and hot pink binding) has coordinating pieces with two tops and two bottoms. You can get a sport top with straps that allow it to convert to halter or a racer back tankini, which offers a little more coverage. Match it up with boy bottoms or full-cut bikini bottoms. Sometimes a less revealing one-piece is the way to go. Check out the Star Brite One-Piece if more material is more your speed.
Fashionable cover-ups are not just for getting from home to seaside and back again. There's no rule that says you can't lounge around in a wrap or a pair of shorts (it's always good to give your skin a break too). Tie dELiAs' A-line cotton Terry Wrap around your waist or throw on the Surf Skirt. If you feel comfortable in something longer, the Rashmi and Shamalla skirts lend a tropical island feel. These skirts are all cotton, and if you feel brave enough to remove them, they can always double as blankets to lie on.
Board shorts are huge sellers at dELiAs, and their appeal is obvious. These versatile bottoms are athletic-looking and come in a variety of patterns. They look great with a T-shirt or over a one piece and pair perfectly with a bikini top. Designed for surfers, you don't even need to take them off when you jump in the water. At dELiAs, you can look at the Pool, Hibiscus, Diner and Lifeguard shorts among others. Also, while it is not recommended that you swim in them, the cotton Med pants are lightweight with a drawstring waist and loose fit, and are an easy alternative for lakeside lazing.
Summer break is meant to be fun, and being self-conscious at pool parties does not make for the most enjoyable experience. Be creative with your summer wardrobe and try to find pieces that make you feel good. Confidence will stem from comfort. There are more good options than ever this season.
Visit dELiAs.com to view even more summer fashions
