Palomino Posted November 10, 2004 #1 Share Posted November 10, 2004 We leave on our cruise in a week and a half, and my sister doesn't have a bathing suit. She is busy at work and doesn't want to have to face that unsettling task of suit shopping before the cruise, especially since time is running out. Are there bathing suits available in the shops on the ship (Diamond)? What are the selection and prices like? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toto2Kansas Posted November 10, 2004 #2 Share Posted November 10, 2004 Haven't been on a ship yet that doesn't sell them in the shops. Most that I have seen are all one piece suits and run around $60-$90. But there is normally a very small selection of suits and sizes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted November 10, 2004 #3 Share Posted November 10, 2004 I agree with Toto. I would look at Lands End online - they have swim suits all year long in their catalog. I would have her order several and what she doesn't like/or what doesn't fit - she can return when she gets back from the cruise. Sorry - just noticed you live in CA - they probably has bathing suits all year there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Podgieree Posted November 10, 2004 #4 Share Posted November 10, 2004 I was at Lake Tahoe last week and wanted a suit to hit the hot tub. I wound up at Kmart, as they are getting rid of their summer items before they roll out Christmas. If going shopping is the issue, she may not care about the ships prices. If she wants to spend under $20.00 (well under) she may want to whip into Kmart on her way home (they're open late). Have a great cruise! -Podge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheebah Posted November 10, 2004 #5 Share Posted November 10, 2004 I saw some pretty ones last week on board the Diamond in the gift shop that sells clothes and liquor and Princess logo items, but didn't check prices. Nice selection. Most with good "coverage", know what I mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbiejay Posted November 10, 2004 #6 Share Posted November 10, 2004 You absolutely can't beat Lands End online. Not only do their suits fit fantastic, they are beautifully made. Also if they don't fit or you don't like it is very easy to return. Just order quick and maybe get special shipping. When we went to Maui, I ordered 4 or 5 and kept what I liked and there was no problem returning. Don't know about everyone else but I live in hot country, Arizona, and the suits in the department stores are totally picked over and not much left at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GloriaF Posted November 10, 2004 #7 Share Posted November 10, 2004 I know what you mean about the suits on sale in the stores this time of year, if you're a cute sixe 4 that is looking for a thong, then you're in luck....otherwise, sorry. It sounds like Lands End is the answer. Be a good sister and order for her, then return what is left over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetMarie Posted November 10, 2004 #8 Share Posted November 10, 2004 Have a wonderful cruise! Yes, they do have them, however, I found them to be pricey and not on the stylish side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeniceglassman Posted November 10, 2004 #9 Share Posted November 10, 2004 The fit is amazing and any returns can be made to your local Sears without a fuss. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1cruiselvr Posted November 10, 2004 #10 Share Posted November 10, 2004 I was on the Diamond last week and saw bathing suits in the gift shop. However, as others have pointed out, they were very pricey and not a big selection in both size and style. Better that your sister does some last minute shopping to find the perfect suit for her shape and tastes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palomino Posted November 11, 2004 Author #11 Share Posted November 11, 2004 [quote name='jeniceglassman']The fit is amazing and any returns can be made to your local Sears without a fuss. ;)[/QUOTE] Thank you for all of your thoughts! I didn't know that Land's End returns could be made to Sears! That is a great tip. I have purchased bathing suits from them and they are my favorite. I did purchase one this year from TravelSmith, that I really like as well. Thanks again...it looks like we should make sure my sister gets a bathing suit before she gets to the ship no matter how painful it might be. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted November 11, 2004 #12 Share Posted November 11, 2004 Sears - I forgot to mention this. Yes - you can return Lands End items to any full service Sears. I ordered some boots about 2 weeks ago and the color was wrong. I called Lands End to order a different color and they told me to just take the pair I didn't want back to Sears with the shipping paperwork and that Sears will pay shipping back to Lands End and that my credit card would be credited within 3 business days (and it was). This was the least painfull return I have ever experienced. Apparently they have been doing this for around 6 months (that is what the rep told me). I was really impressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom-n-jules Posted November 11, 2004 #13 Share Posted November 11, 2004 I love Lands End too.......being a Midwesterner, I've been shopping there for years! I also love the swimsuits at QVC: [url]http://www.qvc.com/asp/frameset.asp?class=0009&tmp=hp&cont=mhfa[/url] they have a great selection and fit a variety of body shapes.....they even tell you which ones "hide the hips, thighs, etc"! :D :D :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Palomino Posted November 11, 2004 Author #14 Share Posted November 11, 2004 Thanks everyone. My sister just e-mailed me, and she feels much better now that she placed a Land's End order. She order 2 suits and is hoping that one fits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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