Strapless Swimsuits (w/skirt) for over 50's

Hi, all. I like strapless suits (because I don't like tan lines), but I am an older woman with thighs that need a bit of, shall we say, disguise. ;) I love the swimsuits with skirts (one piece), but they usually have straps that cannot be undone while sunning. Anyone have a lead on any swimsuit catalogs that might have what I'm looking for?

Thanks so much.

Jane

Can't help with finding a strapless suit, but why not just pull the straps down? I do that all the time!

Or, if you're handy with a needle, make the straps "removable"---they have the clasps in most sewing stores--it wouldn't be too hard to do, depending on how the top is made.

What about this one?

http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=348549&CategoryID=12420&LinkLoc=8699&LinkType=SiteAd&AdID=42483

Have you tried Spiegel.com? I don't know if they have strapless, but they have their ShapeFx brand, and have nice skirted suits. I bought 4 bathing suits from them this season, and kept them all!

unless the top would tumble down past the girls, i would just tuck the straps into the suit. takes care of the problem of the tan and you can reuse them as needed.

Here are some of the websites that I go to when shopping for a swimsuit.

Lands End

Lord & Taylor

Newport News

Target

I didn't check if they had the suit you're looking for but those website usually have a decent selection. Lands End & Target are where I usually find what I"m looking for. Goodluck!

Try separates. Here is one ~ if you click on the picture, it looks like the straps are removable.

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32684229&index=128&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

here are the bottoms

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32688229&index=128&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914&show=1&Catg_Hide=1

Another

top

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36050229&index=4&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

bottom

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36055229&index=9&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

more ~

top

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36002229&index=42&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

bottom

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36001229&index=41&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

top

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36186229&index=52&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

bottom

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=36185229&index=51&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

any of these tops

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32698229&index=57&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32724229&index=69&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32707229&index=73&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32653229&index=87&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

with this bottom

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32723229&index=78&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

this bottom matches the top above also

http://www.newport-news.com/shop/product_single.aspx?style_id=32655229&index=89&gp_coll_id=2012&gp_cat_id=7505&nav_cat_id=8913&category_id=8914

Thanks to everyone, really great suggestions. I found one at swimsuitsforall.com that I just love (received it today). Removable straps and the little skirt are perfect. I have a good 20 pounds on this model, and it's still flattering! Now that's amazing. It also comes in aqua, pink and black, but I liked the print. If you click on the thumbnail, a larger picture opens.

Best wishes!

Cute suit!!

at 56 I still love strapless suits, been wearing them since my20's.

Several years ago I found a fabulous suit with matching pull on pants (full length). It always got rave reviews when I wore it - and who doesn't love it when people stop you and say, "wow, I love that outfit' ? It was made by Janzen and I've never found another like it. :( but my fall back has been to buy a black bandeau suite and black sheer pants. Several companies make the pool pants (or whatever they're called). They are sheer so they're cool and because they're black, they match any black suit. Makes for a great look - super for sea days.

Of course, if I stumble upon one of those matching print combos I'll be one happy camper.

unless the top would tumble down past the girls, i would just tuck the straps into the suit. takes care of the problem of the tan and you can reuse them as needed.

Without straps, I'd have to have a suit with hydraulic lifts built in. Otherwise, my girls would be rolling in the scuppers. Shiver me timbers....

I don't see you make mention of what size you are looking for; but almost all of my skirted suits (swimdresses) have removable straps. I've ordered mine from Roamans, Woman Within & Silhouettes. Plus sizes but I think they start at size 12?

Exactly right, a size 12. And I could lose a few pounds to look better in it! Thank you for the leads, I'll check them out.

Do try swimsuitsforall.com...everyone...they have just about everything under the sun!

Jane

I can not rave enough about this store callled "Everything But Water." They have an online shop and great return policy. I bought my Bikini here from the mall in Tampa and LOVE it! I am not a bikini wearing girl. Funny, I have never wore my bikini in public yet... I will wear it on the cruise because people there do not know me. I sitll have a hard time wearing it in front of my son's little league parents! LOL.

Without straps, I'd have to have a suit with hydraulic lifts built in. Otherwise, my girls would be rolling in the scuppers. Shiver me timbers....

So funny...with being a 40D I also need help with the girls.

Missygirl

at 56 I still love strapless suits, been wearing them since my20's.

Several years ago I found a fabulous suit with matching pull on pants (full length). It always got rave reviews when I wore it - and who doesn't love it when people stop you and say, "wow, I love that outfit' ? It was made by Janzen and I've never found another like it. :( but my fall back has been to buy a black bandeau suite and black sheer pants. Several companies make the pool pants (or whatever they're called). They are sheer so they're cool and because they're black, they match any black suit. Makes for a great look - super for sea days.

 

Of course, if I stumble upon one of those matching print combos I'll be one happy camper.

Venus.com makes these. The clothes can be slutty, but the suits are good. I'm a 34DD and their tops, at least the wired tops, can be worn comfortably as bras.

Have you tried Kohls? I bought a cute tankini that has removable straps!

My Target has a ton of these. Wal Mart had some too but they seemed a bit cheaper... like in make not just price.

Been shopping for a suit for a while and found one at The Tog Shop.Com.

Check it out.

I purchased this swim dress from JCPenney and LOVE it! I have a few photos of the red one in my Liberty of the Seas review in my signature (I wore it in Cozumel). One of the best swimsuits I've ever had. Wore it strapless all the time. Plenty of support in the top, and great coverage for hips and thighs. I think it would look great on anyone, any age or any size. :)

In blue/green

In red

I purchased this swim dress from JCPenney and LOVE it! I have a few photos of the red one in my Liberty of the Seas review in my signature (I wore it in Cozumel). One of the best swimsuits I've ever had. Wore it strapless all the time. Plenty of support in the top, and great coverage for hips and thighs. I think it would look great on anyone, any age or any size. :)

In blue/green

In red

LOVE this suit. Rouching is definitely my FRIEND! I'll have to check it out. Because of something I read on another thread I searched this swimsuit out at TARGET and ordered it yesterday. I hope I like it on as much as I like it in the picture. :D

 

 

LOVE this suit. Rouching is definitely my FRIEND! I'll have to check it out. Because of something I read on another thread I searched this swimsuit out at TARGET and ordered it yesterday. I hope I like it on as much as I like it in the picture. :D

 

If this suit doesn't work, try a similar one at LLBean. I bought it last year and found it comfortable and very 'forgiving'. Might not be great for a large bust, however.

I ordered this one from swimsuitsforall Pink is out of my comfort zone but I am tired of black

I ordered this one from swimsuitsforall Pink is out of my comfort zone but I am tired of black

Very cute suit! I try to avoid black too unless the design of the suit is so cute and unique that I have to have it. Love this pink one, I'm sure you'll look great in it :)

 

 

LOVE this suit. Rouching is definitely my FRIEND! I'll have to check it out. Because of something I read on another thread I searched this swimsuit out at TARGET and ordered it yesterday. I hope I like it on as much as I like it in the picture. :D

 

UPDATE:

Received this suit yesterday. Sadly it was not very flattering on me, so it's back to TARGET it goes. I hope they have 'easy' return procedures. <SIGH>

That means it's back to the drawing board for me! :( P.S. Did I mention that I HATE swimsuit shopping?