How To Adjust to Wearing a Bathing Suit (for Tomboys)

If you are a man, you might be turned off by revealing swimsuits.Shopping for swimsuits can seem overwhelming because you don't know what type of suit to get or how to feel in front of people.Try out some confidence- boosting tricks and spend a little time choosing the right suit for your body and personality to make wearing swimsuits more comfortable and positive.

Step 1: You can find ideas on the internet or in local shops.

The first thing you should do is to check out the different swimsuits on offer, so you can choose the one that's right for you.This will give you direction before you go shopping.Search phrases like "conservative swimsuits" or "modest swimwear" and you'll find suits that offer a little more coverage than a traditional bikini.There are three basic forms of swimsuits that you can find in most stores: a two-piece bikini, a one piece suit, and a tankini.There are many possibilities within the three categories.Specialty stores have swimsuits that offer more coverage.Variations of wetsuits can be found at a sporting goods store.You can check Islamic clothing stores and websites for modest swimwear that is a lot like a wetsuit in terms of coverage and material.

Step 2: Determine what is right for you by assessing your style and personality.

It needs to fit your style and personality to be comfortable in a swimsuit.Think about what kind of activities you would like to do in the swimsuit, how much skin you're willing to show, and what colors you want.If you are going to engage in watersports, you need a swimsuit with more coverage to protect you from injuries.You can wear anything that makes you feel good if you are just going to relax on the beach or attend a pool party.

Step 3: Choose fabrics that aren't revealing.

If you want to avoid feeling self-conscious in your suit, avoid tops that are cut very low or that reveal a lot of skin.White fabric can become see-through if you get wet and you want to be careful about choosing it.If you want to see if a swimsuit fabric is too see-through, hold it up towards the lights and stretch it out.The fabric is too thin for you to be comfortable and will become more transparent in the water and sun if you can see your hand clearly.There are swimsuits that give good coverage and look great.There are brands that specialize in these types of suits.

Step 4: The features of your body that you like are highlighted.

Pick your favorite body part and show it off in a swimsuit.If you have good arms and shoulders, choose an off- shoulder design.A belted one-piece suit will draw everyone's eyes to your midsection, if you want to show off your waist.If you have certain features that are not comfortable with, such as the size of your chest or backside, choose a suit that covers those areas and draws people's attention to another part that you love.There are suits that have padding in the bottoms and the top that give the illusion of a full chest, if this is something that concerns you.

Step 5: Try different styles until you find one that works for you.

As you try on suits in the store, you should keep trying on different styles until you find one that makes you feel better than the others.Try a variety of suits in different colors.If you want to try it on, buy swimwear from a store.If you pay next-to-nothing for an eBay sale, it could be worth the risk, but you never know what the fit will be.

Step 6: It's a good idea to get a tan to make yourself look better.

A tan can make you feel better about how you look in a swimsuit.All-over spray tans are great for avoiding harmful UV rays.If you want to tan all of your exposed areas, be sure to keep in mind what parts of the body will be showing.You might feel self-conscious if you don't.

Step 7: Put on a sarong, swimsuit cover, or oversized shirt.

There are so many products that you can wear over a swimsuit.You can choose a sarong or cover-up that is made for covering swimsuits or just wear a t-shirt and shorts from your closet.loose fabric can be dangerous while swimming and some swimming pools have rules about wearing shirts in the pool.If the place you want to swim in doesn't allow t-shirts, you can choose a rashguard top.These are snug-fitting swimming tops.You can wear a tank top and board shorts over a suit to make you feel less out of place.

Step 8: Wear the suit around the house to get used to it.

While you do laundry or watch TV, wear your swimsuit around the house.When you have it on in front of others, it will feel more natural.You should be careful with what you do in your swimsuit.Don't cook anything that could cause burns.

Step 9: Don't worry about the people around you.

No matter what you are doing in your swimsuit, don't compare yourself to other people or worry about what they think of you.Everyone's bodies are different and if you compare yourself to others you will ruin your fun.If you want to distract yourself, read a good book or focus on the sports you are doing.Put your fears in the back of your mind.

Step 10: People that make you feel good about yourself are the people you should hang out with.

You should surround yourself with good people.It's easy to forget about what you're wearing when you are with people who don't judge you.

Step 11: Try to have fun and forget about being perfect.

If you asked other girls how they feel about wearing a swimsuit, you'd most likely hear that they have issues with their bodies or how their suits fit.If you know that, just forget about what people think about you and have fun swimming, waterskiing, or relaxing on the beach.