Thursday, June 5, 2008, 12:30 AM [
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Fiji Time Swimwear & More Is Helping Women Find Their Perfect Fit!
Expert swimsuit advice is here, just in time for bikini
season! Fiji Time Swimwear & More is a company that specializes in fitting
women of ALL sizes and shapes into their most flattering swimsuit. President and founder, Danna Pomeroy, is
changing the way women shop for swimwear by bringing the swimwuit boutique to
the privacy of people’s. What does this mean to you? No more embarrassing,
gut-wrenching dressing room moments that make you feel as though you’ll never
be ready for swim season. Fiji Time offers personal, one-one-one fittings,
"Swimsuit Parties" for groups of 10 or less, as well as comprehensive
virtual consultations.
10 Tips for Finding the Suit that Suits YOU from Fiji Time President/Founder, Danna Pomeroy
1.) Know your body type. Be honest with yourself about what your best features are and what parts
you shouldn’t accentuate or highlight. Just like a pair of pants or a dress, certain fits will make your body
look better than others. For instance, a bandeau top is typically more
flattering on women with smaller busts. Larger breasted women should use an under wire top or something with
extra support.
2.) One-pieces are great for plus size women, but just
because you are not a size 2 does not mean you must shun a two-piece. If you
have larger legs and a smaller torso or if you have very broad shoulders a one
piece might actually emphasize your flaws. Don't automatically assume a
one-piece bathing suit is more flattering than a bikini.
3.) Pay attention to detail on the suit itself: Colors and
patterns are very important and can make your body look better or worse. As an example, a solid color usually draws
less attention to the rear. Conversely, if you are small busted and self
conscious about it you can play up your bust with a swimsuit top that has bold
patterns and colors. Playful suits with ruffles, logos, or really bold designs
in certain areas can help draw attention towards one area of your body while
masking others.
4.) Fit is everything. Just like a business suit, a wedding dress, or a pair of jeans, the fit
of the swimsuit is the most important item. Don’t worry about what size you are
wearing. Too many women get hung up on trying to “fit into” size X because they
don’t want to be in a size larger. If a
10 fits better than an 8, even if you are usually an 8, get the 10!
5.) Find a suit that does not pinch (you should not get
bulging above and/or below any of the straps or material). Go up a size if you feel pinched.
6.) The swimsuit bottom should not be baggy in the front or
the back. You want the bottom to
contour your rear without pinching and without sagging. Women who would like to elongate their legs
should wear a tie side or a thin hipster bottom with a high arch. Tie sides
make the legs look longer.
7.) With the top, always do the bottom strap first as tight
as possible (don't lose circulation!) and then tie the top around your
neck. This has a dramatic effect on how
the top looks.
8.) Women who want to de-emphasize their butt should wear
less fabric. The less fabric you have the smaller the target for peoples eyes.
The more fabric, the bigger the butt will look. Also, another tip to draw the
eyes away from the buttox would be to wear a top that is eye catching. It can
be more colorful, have jewelry, have a pattern or anything else that would
catch attention. Then pair this top with a solid darker color .
9.) State of mind is important: Do not go swimsuit shopping
after a long day of eating or shopping or after a hard day at work. You will
think NOTHING looks good because you are already in a tired, possibly negative
state of mind. If possible, try to go swimsuit shopping in the morning or early
afternoon after you’ve exercised and drank lots of water (no sugary soft
drinks!). Your body always looks its
best after a workout and ample water.
10.) Consider a private fitting service like Fiji Time Swimwear & More. Swimsuit expert
Danna Pomeroy can bring the boutique to YOU so you can avoid department store
horrors. Through exciting swimwear parties, VIP private fittings and
comprehensive virtual online consultations, Fiji Time Swimwear specializes in
finding that perfect swimsuit for any body type.
REMEMBER: We are our own worst critic. You probably look
better than you think! Don’t compare
yourself to how another woman looks in a swimsuit. Focus only on what bathing suit makes you
feel most confident in YOUR body.
