Last weekend, I celebrated my birthday at the beach. I hadn't spent more than one day at the beach in quite a few years so I thought it would be a great time, particularly because it's getting close to off-season, to visit the beach and play in the water. This trip was especially memorable because we had a wonderful time and I took a major risk.
I have never worn a two piece bathing suit, but much of that is because of bathing suit designs I have seen throughout the years. Since most designs would typically have the entire stomach exposed, I never even thought to wear a two piece until this year. Plus size bathing suits have been popping up everywhere and the designs are so flattering.
I fell in love Forever 21+'s bathing suit collection this year. They had amazing prints and designs! I particularly loved this red, two piece when I saw it and I immediately posted about it on Facebook. On my birthday, I opted for this set because it gave a crop top feel with just a little sexiness. I felt confident on the beach and I'm glad I wore it.
Side Note: When plus size bloggers first began wearing two piece bathing suits online, there seemed to be a lot of backlash and "fat shaming." I just want to say that regardless of your size, you should love and embrace yourself. Your size shouldn't keep you from being happy and living a fun life.
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| Bathing Suit: Forever 21+ (Similar) Hat: Local Shop (Similar) |
What type of bathing suit do you prefer? Would you wear a two piece bathing suit?
God bless & stay fabellis,
You look Amazing girl!
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ReplyDeleteYou look amazing girl! You are giving me inspiration to wear a two piece again!
ReplyDeleteThanks girl! :-)
ReplyDeleteHey boo! Thank you! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Louida! You better go out and rock it. Plus, so many of them are on sale now. :-)
ReplyDeleteYou look great!
ReplyDeleteYou look great. I wore a 2 piece for the 1st time also this summer. Mine was from forever 21 also. I got the pink one. For me it was scary and I was not as confident as I would have like. Still I am proud of myself. Small steps to become my best self, including embracing my body as is even while I work on making it better and healthier.
ReplyDeleteGo GIRLLL!!! Very cute!
ReplyDeleteI'll be checking out the site to see if they have any in my size.
ReplyDeleteYou look so good! Way to rock it! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Jennae! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks boo!
ReplyDeleteThank you Melanie! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you! :-) You're right. It is very much about small steps. I was nervous when I walked out on the beach, but then it just got easier the longer I was out there. I bet you looked fabulous. I can't wait to see what Forever 21 comes out with next year.
ReplyDeleteI agree 100% - embrace and love yourself, regardless of size. I haven't worn a 2 piece, let alone any kind of swimsuit in a while. Haven't been able to hit the pool/beach this summer, but I sure would be out there flaunting my curves! :-) I like them both - 2 pieces and one pieces. Whichever style flatters your body, I say go for it. Your confidence is inspiring. Thanks for sharing, sis!
ReplyDeleteYou look amazing! I love that you embraced yourself and took the 2 piece plunge! I think everyone should wear what makes them comfortable!Thank you for sharing with us!
ReplyDeleteYou look great. I envy anyone who can wear red!
ReplyDeleteYou look absolutely amazing! I'm a thicker gal myself and I'm always rocking a two piece - it's all about confidence and girl, you have it! :)
ReplyDelete@FabEllis you are a rock star! What a great color choice and the style is perfect too!
ReplyDeleteLOL! Thank you sis!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jeniese! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Skye! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Lauren! :-D
ReplyDeleteThanks Karen! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you! :-D
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