Hello beautiful, welcomeย to the #MySwimsuitStyle challenge hosted by Marรญa Josรฉ Ovalle of Very Busy Mamรกย andย co-hosted by the fabulousย Katie Reed of A Mother Thing, Reesa Lewandowski ofย Momma Lew,ย Vicky Mason of The Mummy Chroniclesย and Andrea Summers of Momma in Flip Flops.
We are trying toย promote and encourage self loveย not loathing this summer, and really all year round. The thing is, summer is a time that we tend to get much more critical of ourselves, particularly our physical bodies, as we prepare for “beach season”. Weย might beย worried about how we’ll appear to others in our bathing suits, because it’s probably the least amount of skin coverage we’ll have in public all year long.
It’s totally fair, and there’s nothing wrong with working out to try to get your body in tip-top shape, but you know what else is fine? Just loving yourself as you are. If you didn’t get rid of your love handles or establish a six-pack by the summer solstice, just throw on your bathing suit anyway! (If you’re interested, the bikini top was purchased at Forever 21 and the bottoms are from WalMart!)
If you want a bikini body, put a bikini on your body! [Tweet it!]
The last time I wore a bikini in public, I was sixteen. It’s kind of big deal for me to have a bikini, even if it’s aย fatkini, which I have no problem with. Since then, I’ve lived a hell of a life, full of beauty and struggle. I look at my stretch marks and cellulite in a similar way I imagine mothers do. They know those marks on their skin represent the journey they took to create a little baby, and while I’m not a mother (and could never be), I look at mine knowing that I made a choice to put my mental health above physical beauty.
So join in by showing off YOUR swimsuit style, let go of your insecurities, and make a splashย this summer!ย How can you participate?ย Write a blog, or simply post a picture in your swimsuit to Facebook, Instagram or Twitterย using #MySwimsuitStyle, submit your link, andย visit participants leaving positive comments!
I’m so glad you joined us!! I love this suit and that quote!
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Vicky
themummychronicles.com
Thanks Vicky!! This was fun (and scary!)
You look beautiful!! I love the print of your top, it’s so perfect!
Brooke
pumps and push-ups
Thank you so much! I knew I wanted it as soon as I saw it.
super cute! love this swimsuit on you ๐ cute photos also โฅ
Aw, thanks Tianna!
You are ADORABLE! Seriously, I love this so much. Looking great! You are WEARING that!
Yayy!! Thank you!! <3
Absolutely beautiful
Aww!! <3
You look FABULOUS! That top is perfection.
Thank you!! I’m super into that top, too.
You look so pretty! I’ve never been in a bathing suit, except for when I was like 4. I always hated how I looked in them since I’m overweight. But you’ve inspired me to try one. I’m going to do so this weekend and head to the beach.
You totally should! I actually just wore it around the house all day after that to try to get used to it and get comfortable. Spending time naked or close to it really boosts your confidence, it’s kind of weird and counter intuitive. Let me know if you go get one! Target, Walmart, Forever 21 are all good places for plus size suits.
Awesome, Mary!!!!! You inspire me, as always! And l love, love, love your suit!!!! โค๏ธ
Thank you, you’re so sweet!
I love your attitude and your swimsuit is super cute.Your pictures scream fun. #MySwimsuitStyle
Thank you so much!!
Gorgeous! Love the cutout in the top! You look amazing!
Right? I thought that was a really great design touch. Good job, Forever 21! And thank you so much!
Thanks a bunch for this post, as I haven’t been in a swimsuit since 2007. This post also gave me the additional push to get started on a more “general” blog (in English) rather than just my bookblog (in Norwegian).
Nice! Yes, you should go get a swimsuit and then start documenting your beautiful life in a blog, then send me a link!!
Adding to the Mary-Love here! I’m inspired!
#UncustomaryLove <3 Great!!
You are just the brightest light in the blogger box. I love this. I’ll definitely join in – I just need to find the right bikini. How long is the campaign running?
It’s going all summer long!
I love you had such a good time doing this!!!
I really did. I walked around all day in the bathing suit, hahaha.
I love love love that suit! While I’ve never worn a bikini, I have never covered up or avoided doing something because I need to wear a swimsuit. I guess living in Florida helps with those hang ups. If I want to go in a pool, I need to put a swimsuit on.
That’s a really good point, I bet where you live can really have an impact on getting over that kind of thing. OR it can make it worse! Like if you really had a bad hang out but lived in a place like Florida where pools were everywhere all the time it could make your life way more stressful.
LOVE THIS …you look awesome and I can just SEE the confidence in your face:) Most favorite quote ever…If you want a bikini body just put a bikini on your body. GENIUS!
C
Thank you!! Confidence is important with any outfit! ๐ And I’m glad you like that concept, too. ๐
Thanks for your comment on my blog! I so appreciate it. And you look great and this is such a cute blog post. Think I’ll subscribe. You just look like you are having so much fun. Have a good weekend!
Oh how sweet of you! I hope you do subscribe. I definitely was having fun!
Wow girl, this is just brilliant! And that suit is spectacular ๐ THANK YOU so so soooooo much for joining and i hope you have a great weekend…in your swimsuit!!! xoxo
You’re so welcome! I was so psyched to participate. Thanks for your love and encouragement, and putting all of this together! ๐
Confidence is the most important accessory when wearing ANY suit, and you’ve definitely got that one covered! Awesome post. ๐
Thanks Sadie!! I totally agree!