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SWIMWEAR STYLES
DEFINITION: A swimsuit is an item of clothing designed to be worn for swimming. They are often lined with a fabric that prevent them from becoming transparent when wet. The most revealing outfit you will wear in public is your swimsuit, so fit, style and comfort are essential.
SWIMWEAR TYPES:
Brief: Are used by professional and recreational swimmers.
They are worn below the lower waist and secured by a drawstring.
Square Leg: The square leg style is a more conservative style than
the brief. Suits of this type are named for the coverage that they provide
to the upper thighs due to a square seam opening for the leg.
Jammer: A type of men's swimwear worn primarily by
competitive swimmers to obtain speed advantages. They provide
moderate coverage from the mid-waist to the area above the knee.
Drag Suits: Some swimmers use a specialized
training suit to simulate increased drag during practice. Drag suits has an
outer layer of looser fabric, often mesh or nylon, to increase resistance
against the water and built up the swimmer's endurance.
Boardshorts: Are a style of men's swimwear that are normally
longer than the common shorts and sometimes have a baggy appearance.
They extend to the knee or slightly above it in length.
Bikini: It's a type of woman's two-pieces swimsuit. It was invented in 1946
by French engineer Louis Reard. He named it after an atomic bomb testing
site "Bikini Atoll" referring to its explosive effect on fashion.
One piece: It's a swimsuit used by women when swimming in a swimming
pool or in the sea and covers the whole front of the body
Slim suit: Has a built -in lining that shapes the body in specific areas,
giving smooth appearances. Look 10pounds slimmer in a body-shaping suit!
Plus size swim suit: If you are large built, you can pick up a plus size
swim wear. Don't hide behind old-fashioned styles. Don't compromise on
the quality, because cheaper swimwear will not do anything to you figure.
Tankini : Is a two piece swimsuit, where top and bottom halves meet.
Tankinis comes in different styles, colors and shapes.
Maternity swim wear: Maternity swim wear are made with extra
lining in the places that need it. The swimsuits come in both two-piece
and one-piece suits.
Mastectomy swim wear: is a special swimwear needed for woman
who had a breast removed.
Kid swim wear: Kid swimwear can be found in different prints and styles.
Children vary in size and therefore it is best to take them with you for kid
swim wear shopping.
A. Floating swimwear- will help you child to float and balance in water.
B. Thermal suits -constructed from a specially treated, heat reflective
and UV protective neoprene, will keep you child comfortable and
warm in the water, without to restrict the movement.