Reddit mentions: The best one-piece swimsuits for women

I'm 5'1" and curvy. I absolutely get this and at your age felt the exact same. But the gift of age has given me some wisdom: we can't change our bodies, but we can change our thoughts about them. You're fun size, so have fun with it! You may not see see it, but you're probably adorable. And trust me, People care way less about our bodies than we do, so if we can tackle the brain weasels that try to convince us otherwise, it's a step in the right direction.
That said, I know that's easier said than done. So, first, find a bathing suit you like. Even if you don't love your shape, make sure you love the look of the bathing suit. It helps immenseky, I prefer retro looks because they cover my tummy, but aren't fuddy-duddy. Like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Q1EG2LA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_.kU7Bb3WF73X1
But they have adorable 2-piece retro suits you may like better.
Also, wear a split sarong if you're uncomfortable with your bottom half. I was a huge fan of those. Alternatively a short cover up sundress or a cute pair of cutoffs for photo ops. at least keep them handy in a bag so you can quickly access them.
Outside of that, embrace your petite frame. Remember, FUN SIZE IS FUN! 😉

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I bought this one from Amazon a while ago. Although I haven't had the chance to actually wear it, I love it! The print is really nice and the fabric is seems great as well. Sizing can be a hassle though, I originally ordered a medium but returned it for a large. Medium fit perfectly except on my butt, the Large fits much better around my butt but isn't as fitting up top as I'd like.
I also spent hours deliberating what suit to buy on Amazon. There seem to be a lot of great options that I also want to buy. My suggestion is to only buy suits that have free returns and lots of reviews! Here are some of the other suits I've been eyeing. They're all one pieces.
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Aerie is also a great place for suits! I've never bought one but I have tried them on and they're cute. Their high cut swim suits don't have padding so your nipples will show which I'm not crazy about.

Wow. What a nice contest. Thanks so much for doing it.

My "must have" item at the moment is a retro bathing suit that I just found on Amazon today. I simply adore this and would love to have it to wear on the (small but hopeful) chance that I get an opportunity to go up to my cousin's lake house in Maine this summer. But it's fairly pricey with the shipping.

The other item I've been totally craving for a while now is this t-shirt from one of my favorite shows, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. It fits me to a t (pun intended). ;D

In addition to being indisputably lower class, I'm also indisputably loud, hence my username. :)

Thanks again for a great contest.

[A snazzy Harry potter water bottle!] (https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Buffalo-HP1664-Gryffindor-20-Ounces/dp/B0164809P2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1527744053&sr=8-3&keywords=harry+potter+waterbottle)

[A gorgeous floral suit!] (https://www.amazon.com/ADOME-Swimwear-Womens-Monokini-Swimsuits-Bathing/dp/B07CYWBBK1/ref=sr_1_76_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1527744383&sr=8-76-spons&keywords=floral+swim)

[ I think everyone needs a pizza beach towel!] (https://www.amazon.com/WANTU-Microfiber-Beach-Towel-Multifunctional/dp/B07BF5MLQL/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1527744465&sr=8-3-spons&keywords=pizza+beach+towel&psc=1)

[ A rubber duck for your pool sounds amazing!] (https://www.amazon.com/GAME-Giant-Derby-Inflatable-Float/dp/B0196KKY6E/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1527744556&sr=8-18&keywords=pool+float)

[A cute pair of sunglasses!] (https://www.amazon.com/Kate-Spade-Darilynn-Sunglasses-Gradient/dp/B00S8L1OB2/ref=sr_1_17?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1527744755&sr=1-17&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=sunglasses+kate+spade)
[ A floral beach bag] (
https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Original-Lightweight-Shoulder-Shopping/dp/B078SKQN8R/ref=sr_1_30?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1527744885&sr=1-30&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=beach+bag)

[A book about the strong women involved within the science field] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1607749769/ref=s9_acsd_zgift_hd_bw_b2_c_x_3_w?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-12&pf_rd_r=Y5EWX7PNS9N9ZFF59TE9&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=fa1855b5-f3d3-592a-9c59-d14bda0d8982&pf_rd_i=2)

[The I know what you did last summer trilogy] (https://www.amazon.com/Know-What-Summer-Still-Always/dp/B001F4Y2A4/ref=sr_1_11?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745161&sr=1-11&keywords=summer&refinements=p_n_format_browse-bin%3A2650304011)

[ A set of Popsicle molds to make our very own frozen treats!] (https://www.amazon.com/Kitchen-Paradise-Popsicle-Molds-Blue/dp/B01DTGJX0Y/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745353&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=popsicle+mold&psc=1)

[ I think that this palm tree makes great summer decor!] (https://www.amazon.com/Lightshare-Lights-Decoration-Christmas-Nativity/dp/B0123SJ1SI/ref=sr_1_10?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745407&sr=1-10&keywords=summer+outdoor+decor)

[I'd love to give my grandfather this tumbler! He has always been there for me and is one of the kindest people you will ever meet.] (https://www.amazon.com/Tervis-1168985-Definition-Tumbler-Clear/dp/B00RVXNAWO/ref=sr_1_5?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745530&sr=1-5&keywords=dad+tervis+tumbler)

[A 'murica hat!] (https://www.amazon.com/MURICA-FOURTH-JULY-USA-america/dp/B00J9TTE46/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1527745682&sr=8-2&keywords=murica)

[ A llama is the best thunder buddy that you could ask for!] (https://www.amazon.com/Aurora-Plush-12-Llama-Flopsie/dp/B001PJXGJ2/ref=sr_1_2?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745766&sr=1-2&keywords=llama+stuffed+animal)

[ Rainy days are the best to learn new hobbies!] (
https://www.amazon.com/ALEX-Toys-Craft-Chunky-Funky/dp/B000BWYN78/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1527745823&sr=8-1&keywords=learn+to+knit+kit+for+kids)

[ I would bring the new Panic! at the disco CD] (https://www.amazon.com/Pray-Wicked-Panic-At-Disco/dp/B07BMDQMQX/ref=sr_1_1_twi_aud_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1527745899&sr=8-1&keywords=panic+at+the+disco)

[You never want to forget sunscreen!] (https://www.amazon.com/Neutrogena-Defense-Sunscreen-Lotion-Spectrum/dp/B00AEN4QZ8/ref=sr_1_7_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1527745996&sr=1-7&keywords=sunscreen)

[These pineapple socks are adorable!] (https://www.amazon.com/Socksmith-Womens-Pineapple-Wintergreen-Multi/dp/B01B3DHGJ0/ref=sr_1_17?ie=UTF8&qid=1527746095&sr=8-17&keywords=pineapple)

[Tomatoes!] (https://www.amazon.com/Million-Organic-Seeds-Jays-643451295290/dp/B01CVUW054/ref=sr_1_2?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1527746179&sr=1-2&keywords=tomatoe+seed)

[Have a splashing good time with this!] (https://www.amazon.com/Banzai-Waves-Water-Discontinued-manufacturer/dp/B0000VSGU0/ref=sr_1_20?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1527746339&sr=1-20&keywords=water+slide)

[Become a shark with your very own hand puppet!] (https://www.amazon.com/Schylling-Shark-Hand-Puppet/dp/B01APYB090/ref=sr_1_9?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1527746444&sr=1-9&keywords=shark)

I tell people all the time about this bathing suit but that's because it's awesome. http://www.amazon.com/Esther-Williams-Womens-Piece-Swimsuit/dp/B00DUFSIGA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418219588&sr=8-1&keywords=esther+williams+swimsuit

It's adorable and still sexy without being revealing, I get tons of compliments on it. But it definitely makes you feel covered up and more comfortable, I feel much less self conscious wearing it around. It's weird sizing though, you'll probably need a bigger size than you think you do, I would guess a 6. I usually wear around a 4 and I have an 8 and a 10 that fit.

Omg so many things. I went way overboard but a few of my absolute favorites...

Place cards for our rehearsal dinner and head table (OBSESSED with both of these!!)

Table numbers (as you can tell, we had a sea glass theme going)

earrings for the bridesmaids (these were a bit of a splurge but PERFECT and so beautiful and matched our color scheme/bridesmaids dresses PERFECTLY)

card for my groom, parents, bridesmaids, etc.

hangers for myself and bridesmaids - these turned out beautiful; loved the laser engraving

tshirt/tank combo for the day after brunch (usually these are apparently for bachelorette parties, but they were a huge hit for a married duo!)

guest book alternative (we framed our invitations, but may swap out for a wedding photo in the future)

honeymoon bathing suit from Amazon

Bridesmaids gifts (proposal/bachelorette/day of/etc.): circle towel, makeup organizers, travel mugs

I have this one in a different colourway, and it's pretty much the most perfect one piece ever! I've always had to wear a bikini because I have a long torso, so one-pieces always cut the cake and drag my boobs down. Very flattering.

But this suit looks so cute on - I fell in love with it instantly! It's fully lined so you get a good fit through the waist, the bottom is full coverage and very comfortable, the skirt is attached to the suit body so you never have that thing happen where the whole outer suit floats up and drifts on top of the water (especially in hot tubs) and the built-in support actually works!

Some of my favorite rings came from antique malls. I would check those out and find some piece of jewelry (brooch, earring, necklace, whatever).

I really love this pin up girl headband from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AZGI5YW?pc_redir=1407391178&robot_redir=1

Here is a pin up girl swimsuit my friend has that I really think is adorable.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00CDRYQ1M/ref=cts_ap_2_fbt?pi=SL110

You could also do a vintage locket from an antique store or online and put each of your photos in it.

Good luck!

Definitely seconding the person who said to look for something with an adjustable top! Buy to fit your bottom half and get something that ties at the top. I'd say "monokini" would be a great search term for you. Like this, this, or this. This one could also be great to balance out your proportions, and it has adjustable straps.

1. Bowling Pin Water Bottle
   
   
2. A sexy swimsuit that's sfw, but your kids might still think it's gross.
   
   
3. Kitty Towel
   
   
4. Jellyfish Float!!
   
   
5. Retro sunglasses
   
   
6. Beach bag
   
   
7. Zombie comics
   
   
8. Action movie!
   
   
9. Snow Cone Machine with a Handcrank
   
   
10. Tree Face!
    
    
11. Alice Cooper Funko Pop for DadI'd like to get him this because I've kinda gotten him into Funkos and just got him a James Hetfield one not long ago. Anything else he wants, he probably already has or it's way expensive and not on Amazon. He's always been big into collectibles and I guess that's where I get it from. We didn't always get along, but we get along a lot better now and my dad has been very supportive of me and we have a lot more in common than I realized.
    
    
12. This Murican Thing
    
    
13. Giant Prehistoric Thunderbuddy
    
    
14. A board game, of course!
    
    
15. This masterpiece
    
    
16. THE ENTIRE COOLER WITH ALL OF OUR CIDER IN IT
    
    
17. Pineapple Romphim
    
    
18. Mint Green Roses
    
    
19. Firefighter water gun
    
    
20. You can't watch shark week without your shark hat.

I just bought my first one piece off Amazon (I had a kid and I wanted something to be comfortable and feel sexy in) and the reason I bought it was because the customer review photos had EVERY shape of Woman in it and I was like "fucking SLAY IT LADIES I WANT IN ON ALL THIS"

the bikini in question

I got this one from Amazon. I am 26 weeks and large fits my belly and boobs. Also feels like there's room to grow without feeling too loose. It's a little loose around the legs, but it's cute. I think anything similar in style would fit a growing belly without costing an arm and a leg.

I ordered this suit first in red and black. I liked it so much I bought this pink and navy one as well. Very flattering!

https://www.amazon.com/CHERRY-CAT-Vintage-Waisted-Swimsuit/dp/B01IFH68T6

My husband picked this one out for me when I was 3 months PP. i wasn't loving it from the picture but then I tried it on and OMG it is SO cute.
http://www.amazon.com/Cocoship-Vintage-Swimsuit-Skirtini-Swimdress/dp/B019RCXQZC/ref=cts_ap_1_fbt

Ohhhh I think I got the same one! Is it this one?

I'm a 10 non-pregnant, a 12 at 13 weeks, and the XXL fits awesome.

HEY! ME TOO!

I bought this this year and love it!

https://www.amazon.com/CHERRY-CAT-Vintage-Waisted-Swimsuit/dp/B01IFH68T6


And I bought a huge floppy black hat so I can pretend that I am a character in mad men.

The top is modern and looks like all the bikini styles (plus has a wide band and support for my boobs that are damn out of control now), but the bottom comes up a little over my belly button. It has some kind of folding in the fabric on the bottom that really makes me look thin and hides all the junk so I can keep the illusion that I'm totally still smoking hot.


Order a size up though or it'll pinch at the top of the bottoms and give you that "busted can of biscuits" look if you know what I mean.

Thanks!! I got it on Amazon. Here:

Cocoship Black & White Striped Vintage Sailor Pin Up Swimsuit One Piece Skirtini Cover Up Beachwear M(FBA) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D2HPK48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_akw-ybWP3CR68

I have several cosplay friends, I would suggest either flesh tone leotards as /u/Viatrix suggested or latex skin over a bra... which will be expensive... or use a bathing suit as a base (horrific support).

I actually am commenting to dump this wikipedia link

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bra_size#Calculating_cup_volume_and_breast_weight

Consider that you are dealing with a minimum of 1 liter of weight, and more realistically 2 liters of flesh there... It will hurt to make a plater/fiberglass support that is just glued/taped on.

or you could also go with this style thing. :) https://www.amazon.com/RAISEVERN-Printed-Swimsuit-Swimwear-Monokini/dp/B0788N4P4X?ref=ast_p_ep&th=1

By the way, you can channel your own Blair St. Clair look with this suit on Amazon! Blair St. Clair Swimsuit on Amazon

This, this, dad bod fanny pack, toilet mug, swimsuit, and anything from this company