hansolosmom Posted April 27, 2015 #1 Share Posted April 27, 2015 What do you wear under them? Last cruise I took a swim shirt with me and wore it over my regular suit (a tankini) It felt really bulky like I had too many layers on. I'm not huge chester but I wouldn't be comfortable not wearing anything underneath. But I'm a bigger woman which is why I do a tankini. I burn easily so I will swim in the shirt and keep it on. I was thinking maybe a sports bra or bikini top since all the tankini tops seem to be kind of loose/fabric-y. Thanks for any ideas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzCruiseGurl Posted April 27, 2015 #2 Share Posted April 27, 2015 What do you wear under them? Last cruise I took a swim shirt with me and wore it over my regular suit (a tankini) It felt really bulky like I had too many layers on. I'm not huge chester but I wouldn't be comfortable not wearing anything underneath. But I'm a bigger woman which is why I do a tankini. I burn easily so I will swim in the shirt and keep it on. I was thinking maybe a sports bra or bikini top since all the tankini tops seem to be kind of loose/fabric-y. Thanks for any ideas I wear a bikini top. I think a shorts bra would work just fine also. I just bought a long sleeve one online have only worn short sleeved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auntjoy036 Posted April 27, 2015 #3 Share Posted April 27, 2015 I sunburn easily. Before swim shirts for women in styles less skin tight than traditional rash guards became widely available, I had a couple of tee shirts in swimsuit fabric custom sewn. I wore a regular, predominantly nylon bra underneath. With the shirt and bra both being a nylon/spandex mix, they performed and dried similarly. I avoided padded cups for fear the padding would dry more slowly and create two circles as the rest of the shirt dried. This year I was pleased to be able to order swim tees from Lands End instead of having to hire sewing. Lands End has beautiful patterns to choose from. I am plus size and my size was a perfect fit. Vicki Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froufie Posted April 27, 2015 #4 Share Posted April 27, 2015 I have the 'zip up' plus size rashguard 'jacket' from land's end and I love it! Easy on and off and goes well with my tankini tops! http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-aquasport-zip-front-rash-guard/id_277056 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted April 28, 2015 Author #5 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Thanks ladies. I love the swim shirts from Lands End, those are the ones I own. I saw they have a couple plus size bikini tops so I might get one of those. Otherwise I'll try the swimsuits for all that a lot of people like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolosmom Posted April 28, 2015 Author #6 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I sunburn easily. Before swim shirts for women in styles less skin tight than traditional rash guards became widely available, I had a couple of tee shirts in swimsuit fabric custom sewn. I wore a regular, predominantly nylon bra underneath. With the shirt and bra both being a nylon/spandex mix, they performed and dried similarly. I avoided padded cups for fear the padding would dry more slowly and create two circles as the rest of the shirt dried. This year I was pleased to be able to order swim tees from Lands End instead of having to hire sewing. Lands End has beautiful patterns to choose from. I am plus size and my size was a perfect fit. Vicki That was smart having the shirts sewn for you. I love the more blouses ones they have not, they're good camouflage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbjen Posted April 28, 2015 #7 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I started wearing a rash guard/swim shirt last summer, my kids have always worn them and my husband started a few years ago, I wish I'd done it sooner! I just wear my regular tankini top underneath, I make sure to buy the rash guards in a slightly larger size so it will be looser fitting. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sr4mjc Posted April 28, 2015 #8 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I just wear a bikini top under my rashguards. I used to buy a lot of tankinis and found that since I hardly ever swim without a rashguard anymore (sun protection), I didn't really need the extra bulk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted April 28, 2015 #9 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I wear a one piece under the rash guard, after I lose a bit more weight I might try the bikini top... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted April 29, 2015 #10 Share Posted April 29, 2015 I'm on the smaller side (for better of worse :rolleyes:) so love wearing a boy's bathing suit bottom with pockets and a ladies bikini top with a rash guard/swim top (in a size larger for a looser fit) ! :D LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted April 29, 2015 #11 Share Posted April 29, 2015 yup, I usually wear mens board shorts as well...protects my cadaver white skin on my butt and thighs from the lobster burn! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gloobella Posted May 12, 2015 #12 Share Posted May 12, 2015 I wear a bikini top. I tried with nothing underneath. The swim shirt was okay without anything underneath until I actually swam and then was a little bit revealing. Now I am collecting fun ones from Lands End. Someday they will just put a shelf bra into the shirt. Impatiently waiting for that day to come. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mistizoom Posted May 13, 2015 #13 Share Posted May 13, 2015 If you can't find a bikini top that works for underneath the swim shirt, you can try a swim bra. I had one from Decent Exposures (online store) that I liked and will probably get another one for my next cruise in a smaller size as I have lost a bit of weight since I used it last. If you need serious support for the girls, there are bra manufacturers that make swim bras. Breakout Bras (online store) seems to have a decent selection, but I've never ordered from there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted May 13, 2015 #14 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Someday they will just put a shelf bra into the shirt. NOOOOOOOOO. Large busted women who never fit into those teeny "shelves" do NOT want that day to come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted May 13, 2015 #15 Share Posted May 13, 2015 The twins laugh at the shelf bra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted May 13, 2015 #16 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Definitely no shelf bra for these "girls" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted May 14, 2015 #17 Share Posted May 14, 2015 I bought a really cute swimsuit (separates) at Penneys today. SPF 30 in both pieces (& added bonus of underwire & drawstring board short bottoms). Shorts came in charcoal & black. Many different tops, all with the SPF 30. I bought the neon pink/cream/charcoal (kind of a tweed) & ordered the hot pink with charcoal trim. 40% off & an additional 15% at the register. Even DH liked it [emoji41] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHnDWplus2 Posted June 6, 2015 #18 Share Posted June 6, 2015 No shelf Lands End! I need underwire!! Sent from my SPH-L710 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted June 6, 2015 #19 Share Posted June 6, 2015 No shelf Lands End! I need underwire!! Sent from my SPH-L710 using Forums mobile app 36DDD laugh at shelf Sent from my XT1030 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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