is there such a thing as a non-frumpy tankini?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:A tankini that touches or overlaps looks no more or less frumpy than a 1 piece of the same color. It's just easier for some to fit into 2 pieces when you have git issues like length, large chests, tiny chest but big bum, whatever

Takini will always look more frumpy that a one piece. It breaks up your top half and lower half, there is usually some tummy hanging out in between, the fabric moves and bunches around your middle..just no. I have yet to see one on anyone in person looks good. It is as if they are compromise of middle aged moms that want to cling to a bikini but are too self conscious about their body. A stylish and flattering one piece is always the better option

[Anonymous]

I've only worn tankinis for years...they look like one-piece suits from far away. I don't think they are frumpy at all if they are fitted (vs the tops that flair or bottoms with full skirts).

It's really nice when you are different sizes...I need a larger size on top than on the bottom.



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[Anonymous]

I have one from Boden- the Santorini I think? I like it and don't see how it's any frumpier than the one piece version.

[Anonymous]

Am loving the quality and pattern of what I got from https://www.naniswimwear.com/. With a long torso, there are not many one piece options from swim companies so a tankini usually works but may be a bit cropped.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Am loving the quality and pattern of what I got from https://www.naniswimwear.com/. With a long torso, there are not many one piece options from swim companies so a tankini usually works but may be a bit cropped.

Still hate the takinis, sorry. But their bikinis are very sporty and cute!

[Anonymous]

This thread is fascinating. I had no idea there was such vitriol for tankinis. I just bought my first one for this summer. I have always worn bikinis, and as I get older, I thought I would do a little more coverage. Every one piece I tried did not fit because of my long torso. So I got a tankini. I still think it looks cute and love that I can get a different size on the top versus the bottom.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:A tankini that touches or overlaps looks no more or less frumpy than a 1 piece of the same color. It's just easier for some to fit into 2 pieces when you have git issues like length, large chests, tiny chest but big bum, whatever

a tankini can be more comfortable but it in inevitably draws attention to the saggy butt area which is not what any of us want. maybe a monotone black tankini would be better.

[Anonymous]

I have a long torso and most one-pieces are uncomfortable. I like the way they look and agree that they tend to streamline stomach areas better than tankinis, but I want to be comfortable if I'm at a pool all day chasing my kids. Tankinis it is!

[Anonymous]

I don’t get the long torso rationale. Plenty of suits come in tall/long.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A tankini that touches or overlaps looks no more or less frumpy than a 1 piece of the same color. It's just easier for some to fit into 2 pieces when you have git issues like length, large chests, tiny chest but big bum, whatever

a tankini can be more comfortable but it in inevitably draws attention to the saggy butt area which is not what any of us want. maybe a monotone black tankini would be better.

Can you please explain how a tankini is any different than a bikini or a one-piece with respect to drawing attention to one's rear end? I'm genuinely baffled by this comment.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Uh, pull to side? Who takes down a one piece?

Gross

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:A tankini that touches or overlaps looks no more or less frumpy than a 1 piece of the same color. It's just easier for some to fit into 2 pieces when you have git issues like length, large chests, tiny chest but big bum, whatever

Takini will always look more frumpy that a one piece. It breaks up your top half and lower half, there is usually some tummy hanging out in between, the fabric moves and bunches around your middle..just no. I have yet to see one on anyone in person looks good. It is as if they are compromise of middle aged moms that want to cling to a bikini but are too self conscious about their body. A stylish and flattering one piece is always the better option

I'm skinny with a pouchy stomach, and I promise you that my stomach looks better in a tankini than in a one piece that highlights it. I have a bunch of halter ones that have a plunging front like this: https://www.barenecessities.com/product.aspx?pfid=Sunsets73DISLBL&cm_mmc=GLPA_NonBrand-_-Swimwear-_-Sunsets401-_-Sunsets73DISLBL&BillboardPopupEnabled=false&BorderfreeEnabled=False&color=Island%20Bliss&amsk=w9a4hfr3k4&cmp=sw&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2Mz8hKfj8AIVAf_jBx3eXQklEAQYBiABEgJ-zfD_BwE

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don’t get the long torso rationale. Plenty of suits come in tall/long.

Normal one-pieces don't hit me in the right spots and the crotch area really pulls, but the suits made for long torsos also don't fit. I seem to need something in between.

[Anonymous]

I also have a long torso, and have to buy two pieces. Tankinis are fine, and no more frumpy than other styles.

[Anonymous]

OP here. I have a long torso and the selection of one-pieces that come in tall/long is limited. Also - it seems sort of gross to just pull aside the crotch to pee!