Choosing a swimsuit for comfort & Style

Are you in the market to update you swimsuit?    You'll almost certainly want more than one suit for each type of occasion you attend.   Most of us have a different style when at a private pool than at a public beach.  Do not listen to what everyone else is saying about fashion when choosing a swimsuit.  You want to pick the suit that fits you comfort zone and expresses your personality.

There are many different styles that you will look at but briefs offer the most benefit in their cut.  They are the choice made by competitive swimmers for racing and training because they allow for a full range of motion.  They are a least conservative option but they have a V-shape front and a solid form fitting back which is very flattering.  You will find that this style is the style chosen most.  Explore styles for yourself but I think you will come back to the brief more often than not.

First thing that happens when you look for bathing swimsuits for men is your eye is drawn to the color and pattern that you like.  Once you have determined what pleases you visually you need to look at your bathing suit at a different level.  You want something that handles moisture properly.  The material your suit is made of should wick the wet away from you for quick drying.  It should be a breathable material.  When you step out of the water and dry off you don’t want that sticky feeling you want to feel once you have dried off that you are cool, dry and most importantly, COMFORTABLE.  Comfort is key.

Sizing is important.  Make sure you pick your suit based on your actual measurements not what you think they should be.  You are the only one who will know your measurements so get an accurate reading and order the size that truly fits. A suit too snug, one that leaves deep creases in your skin, makes you look heavier because it forces any unwanted weight to bulge.  A suit fitted properly will fit just tight enough that it outlines your natural form and won’t fall off while swimming.

Now that you have a suit that is visually pleasing, constructed from the right material and fits your body type you need to think about stain resistance.  You don’t want to sit on the beach or on the grass and have a permanent stain that ruins your suit.  Look for a suit that also handles releasing the stain from the fabric once you wash it out or even once you re-enter the pool or ocean.

Lastly, UPF protection should be on your list.  You want to make sure your sun protection is at least a 50+.  You may say that it is not that important but what we don’t take into account is even an hour’s worth of exposure a few days a week can build up on our skin and we can run the risk of developing skin issues.  You will appreciate your sun protective suit after you have spent many hours out enjoying your day.

So remember, comfort, style, UPF protection and material that is forgiving is critical.  Don’t be afraid to move up a size if you think you need a little more breathing room.  No one is going to know what size your suit is but they will notice if you have squeezed into something slightly too small.  You want to look like you put care into your selection and it’s a suit that reflects you.

So enjoy, select the suit that fits your personality and don’t be afraid to experiment with color and pattern.  Pick more than one so that you have options for your outings and just have fun with all your water sports and time at the beach!