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Flattering swimwear for older ladies? Does it exist?

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Skydancer Fri 18-Mar-22 16:40:26

Now the sun is shining I'm thinking of summer....I really want to swim in the sea this year but am very self-conscious. I have bad skin and am in my 70s. I need something that covers up as much as possible. Anyone know of any companies that sell swimwear for the older lady? I have thought of shorts and t-shirt or even perhaps a wetsuit?

tanith Fri 18-Mar-22 17:22:26

How about a one piece suit with a shorts bottom half. I bought one for regular swimming they are very comfortable the shorts are mid thigh length. There is probably a name for them but I can’t remember it.

Atqui Fri 18-Mar-22 17:30:29

If you Google burkinis it come up with lots of suggestions

Calendargirl Fri 18-Mar-22 17:34:14

tanith

How about a one piece suit with a shorts bottom half. I bought one for regular swimming they are very comfortable the shorts are mid thigh length. There is probably a name for them but I can’t remember it.

Are they ‘boyleg’ swimsuits!

nandad Fri 18-Mar-22 18:17:20

Thank you Calendargirl, not sure if that’s what the OP is after but boy leg swimsuits definitely fit my requirements!

tanith Fri 18-Mar-22 18:27:36

Yes Calendargirl that’s the one.

Skydancer Fri 18-Mar-22 19:35:45

Thank you, everyone. I didn’t know what boyleg swimsuits were. So I’ve looked at them online and think they’d be ideal for my bottom half. Now need something for the top half. Any ideas anyone?

tanith Fri 18-Mar-22 19:57:29

Could you just wear a similar colour T-shirt either under the boyleg swimsuit or on top?

Fleur20 Fri 18-Mar-22 20:09:52

Google 'modest swimwear'... lots of idea.....

Babs758 Sun 27-Mar-22 12:23:54

Have a look at rash/swimming tops. Long sleeved and prevents sunburn too. I love mine. Think I got them fro Lands End or Simply Swim.

Babs758 Sun 27-Mar-22 12:26:30

www.landsend.co.uk/s/LandsEndUK/Womens_Petite_Rash_Vest/pp/5736355.html?coupon=3DBT&cm_mmc=search_g_pla_12815413338m42819910-1204P&_cclid=Google_EAIaIQobChMIp_z6_Jbm9gIVDbbtCh3eRAXsEAQYBCABEgKgk_D_BwE&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIp_z6_Jbm9gIVDbbtCh3eRAXsEAQYBCABEgKgk_D_BwE

Esmay Sun 27-Mar-22 16:29:21

Embarrassed by my swollen leg - I've just bought three modest Muslim swimsuits from Amazon .

They cover up my wobbly bits and my ugly leg very nicely !

V3ra Sun 27-Mar-22 16:56:35

I've just had some rash-suit tops and bottoms from Amazon. There's a big choice of sleeve and leg lengths.

honeyrose Sun 27-Mar-22 18:50:15

I bought this one last year from Cottontraders. I have quite a big tummy and find this swimsuit really flattering. It’s not too low at the front neckline (I don’t like showing cleavage as I’m a modest lady!) and the back neckline is higher than the usual swimwear back. The skirt part isn’t too long - I am very pleased with it. I hope you find what you’re looking for.