What will you be wearing at the beach or poolside this summer? I dislike bathing suit shopping so much, I've considered just wearing my cute pajamas and calling them a swim-lounge-suit. I know that sounds extreme, but florescent lighting against my unsunned skin is just one of those horrors I'd rather avoid.
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Also, bathing suits rarely seem to fit me perfectly, either the top is too small or the bottom is too big or the other way around. When I find one that I like, I'm going to wear it to death whether you like it or not. Perhaps it's time to take matters into my own hands.
If you share any of my bathing suit dilemmas perhaps you should consider doing it for yourself too with these 5 swimsuit DIYs you have to try.
Turn a bra into a bathing suit top
How many times have I wished that I could find a bathing suit top that was structured exactly like my favorite bra? So many times. Well, now I know I can turn my favorite bra into the bathing suit top of my dreams. Bras that are made out of nylon and spandex are perfect for this project as that's pretty much what bating suits are made of.
Get the full DIY directions at Tasha Delrae.
Transform an one piece into a trikini
Do you have a trusty one-piece that you always go to, but feel like everyone and their grandmother has seen you wear? Give it an update by turning it into a trikin.
Get the full DIY directions via Plan B Anna Evers.
Make your own print
I love this tutorial because it gives you permission to take a Sharpie and draw all over your bathing suit. Maybe I need to do that to a pair of white shoes too.
Get the full DIY directions at Teen Vogue.
Add scallops
Scallops belong in the water so why not add some to your otherwise boring bathing suit?
Get the full DIY directions via Lions, TIgers, and Fashion oh my!
Turn a bikini into a tankini
Over your bikini? Turn it into a tankini.
Get the full DIY directions at Over the Big Moon.
