Let me preface this post by saying: I’m definitely NOT a swimsuit model but I took a deep breath… got in a suit… in front of a camera… just for you. 🙂

Why, you ask? Well, it all started with Amy Tobin asking me to help her do a “How to be Cool at the Pool” segment for her radio show and blog. So, I did my homework and got in a few samples from various suit companies to try them out for myself before I could truly recommend them.

Amy and I ended up putting together a great segment (click here for all the tips and trends!), but there was one suit in particular that I ended up LOVING and keeping. It’s this bronze bandeau suit by Guira. It has a little padding, which is nice regardless of your cup size. I like the extra padding because it offers a little lift and helps hide when I’m cold, if ya know what I mean. 🙂 The straps are convertible, which is nice so you can wear them however you want, or not at all to avoid the tan lines! Also, the bottom gives great coverage. I have a little extra junk in the trunk and suits don’t usually do a good job of staying put and keeping everything in — this suit does a great job of both!

I wanted to feature this suit (and the great matching cover-up) because it’s a rare occasion to find a swimsuit that fits well and actually makes you feel MORE confident in it!

So, make sure you click here to check out all my stylish swimwear tips and trends (including a Cincinnati-native swimwear designer, accessory ideas, and even ways to look geek chic at the beach!) and enjoy these pics our Cincy Chic photog Neysa Ruhl snapped of me in my new suit and cover-up!