Hey, ladies! I started off at 245 at my heaviest weight and am now at goal of 145 with some minor fluctuations of a couple of pounds consistently. I've been looking forward to trying a bikini for the first time in my life, but there's a small issue there.

I'm not really concerned with my scars, as it has now officially been over a year and they've faded. Rather, I've got a roll of FUPA and a little loose skin around my navel that jiggles. Oy. So I don't want to wear the typical skimpy bikini bottoms.

I'm in the middle of studying for my bar exam at the end of next month in conjunction with a full time job in the city that I commute to, which does not accommodate a lot of time to do my abdominal exercises. (Though, I ALWAYS get my 10k steps in).

Anyyyyyway. I'm wondering if anyone can recommend bikini bottoms that would be flattering in this instance. I don't mind them being higher-waisted as I think I can maybe pull off the retro look.

Thanks in advance!

I also started out around the same weight do you mind me asking your age and height? Loose skin is a huge fear of mine but happy to know you can wear a bikini! thanks

Check out swimsuitsforall.com. They have all sizes and have a lot of those cute high-waist retro type bottoms. Plus you can buy them as seperates which is great. I am able to buy a couple of bottoms in black and brown or navy and then buy all kinds of tops that match then you can have different suits.

I always thought board shorts as bottoms and a cute bikini top were a great combo. It covers you, but you can still show a little skin and feel like you look good.

Landsend.com has many choices and styles for every leg opening and waist.

I always thought board shorts as bottoms and a cute bikini top were a great combo. It covers you, but you can still show a little skin and feel like you look good.

Yup. Board shorts is what I do. Perfect solution for me.

@@Babbs @@Cervidae I'd love that look! Are there board shorts you wear that come up high enough to cover the belly button without looking stumpy?

@@Jewelgirl04 it will probably be trial and error to find the right one. I found a decent pair at Wal-Mart of all places.

@@Cervidae Damn trial and error rule! Hehe. Do you know the name/brand of what you found?

You should try looking up Monokini. It is a one piece with the benefit of a bikini, covering up the belly button while showing off everything else. You could add a skirt or swim shorts if you are insecure about your legs.

@@Jewelgirl04 I'm pretty sure it was just the Wal-Mart brand, Faded Glory, and it was in the men's section. So it was only like $10.

@@Cervidae Thanks!

Mod Cloth has cute high waisted bikini bottoms too!

These caught my eye... If we can't eat them... Wear them????

Yes, go vintage! High-waisted bikini bottoms and cute tops to match!

how old are you? this makes a difference in the style... if your younger, say twenties early thirties, i would not recommend you get that super high vintage look... if mid thirties and above... then sure, go for it.

I have bought this brand in swimsuits and in Bras..... Love them and they fit great. I also buy most of my bras from www.belle-lingerie.co.uk Even though they are in the UK i have never had any issues with them. Love the fact that i can buy a med bottom with a 34H top. Has never taken over a week to come in. Normally if i order on a monday, i have by the next monday depending on availability. I had to send one thing back in all the years dealing with them and it was because i didn't notice the bra had padding. They credited my card right away. For your issues... i would recommend the "fold down" style of bottom. I find they hid the tummy flap the best. Try to find something bold on top and neutral on the bottom. This will draw attention to bust area and less to the stomach..... and a nice spray tan helps... not dark, just a sun kissed glow. My motto... tan fat looks better than white fat..... Can't tone it... Tan it.

Remember this..... when going to the beach or anywhere else for that matter.... there will always be someone thinner and prettier.... but... there will also always be someone fatter and less attractive.... Nothing looks better on a person than SELF CONFIDENCE.... Don't worry about your minor imperfections... EVERYONE has them.... Remember where you were and how far you have come.... Embrace the new you and all your accomplishments.

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