DownEast Basics Swim
I’ve said in the past that DownEast Basics is one of my favorite clothing stores. Functional, adorable, great quality and priced reasonably. So it’s no wonder when I got the chance to try out some of their swimwear that I jumped on it.
Pros: The ladies swimwear line this summer is nothing short of adorable. Polka dots, wide stripes, florals, and colors that pop. I honestly had a hard time choosing which one I liked best, but in the end settled on the Riviera Tank, and Malibu Swim Skirt, both in taffy stripe.
Not sure what size to order, I ordered a small. After getting it, I realized I needed more room around the ribcage and bust, so I traded it for a medium. This is honestly one of the best lined swimsuits I’ve ever had. Right now I have 5 different swim suits that I alternate between. I know that seems like a lot, but we are headed to the Bahamas in December, and a girl can never have too many swimsuits, right? The top is lined with a very soft thick material and really helps with tummy control. My tummy is definitely my problem area. I attribute this to having kids, so anything that helps pull it in, I like. The lining is also super important because the base color of the swimsuit is white. We all know what wet white swimsuits can mean. Not with this one. As I mentioned before, it’s lined really well. The Rivera tank also has nice support through the bust area, and has removable bra pads. I really like the vertical stripe on this suit, it’s slimming and the colors are adorable.
As far as the swim skirt goes, it’s definitely used for a coverup. The fit is really cute and flattering, but it does not have a built in bottom, so you need to purchase different bottoms.
Cons: When I first ordered the size small, I got the Waikiki Bikini instead of the swim skirt. It was a bit on the small side, but it didn’t have the stitching along the outer edge of the bottom. Because it didn’t have this, I felt like it was more likely to ride because it was completely slick against the skin. When I talk about stitching, I mean something like what is pictured below. This is actually on the tankini top part. I think this would be a nice improvement.
I’d also like to see swim skirts offered with a bottom sewn in. That way you could have the coverage of the skirt when you swim without having to use it as just a coverup.
Overall, the swim line is priced very competitively and is awesome quality. Although this post is focusing on the swim line, I wanted to point out a few of my other favorites that I’ve purchased and loved from DownEast Basics. I have this Samba Skirt in white and love it’s versatility. It is that perfect knee length and you may have seen me wear it to The Jensen Project when I went to Austin last month.
Another favorite? The Heart Throb short. They are knee length, have an adorable wash and are a staple in my wardrobe. I wear them a couple times a week.
And one last thing that I am planning on ordering…I’ve had my eye on it – The Window Shop Top. The pattern is adorable, and details are great as well.
Price: Swimwear starts at just $22.99 per piece. (I noticed right now swimwear separates are 25% off by entering SUNSHINE at checkout.)
Where to Buy: DownEast Basics
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I like the Mediterranean Tank–Giraffe Print with the matching bottoms.
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I really like the Hollywood Tank–Yellow w/ Ocean Polka Dot
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I love the oceanside tank- clover and crystal cove bikini- clover
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I would choose the Mediterranean Tank–Spinach. Love that green color!
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I would choose the Santa Barbara Halter – ocean and white
I love the orange stripe or ocean stripe swimsuit! Very cute!
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I just got their Malibu Swim Skirt in bronze. I love it, but I agree. It would be nice if the bottoms were attached. I like the Mediterranian Tank in Spinach.
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I love the Sausalito Halter–Ocean Stripe and the Crystal Cove Bikini–Spinach Polka Dot
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I’d choose the Oceanside Tank–Hot Pink.
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Five swimsuits, wow I’m impressed! I am in love with the Hollywood Tank–Yellow w/ Ocean Polka Dot. SO CUTE!!
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Hollywood Tank–Yellow w/ Ocean Polka Dot I would love with the Santa Cruz Bikini Skirt. Too cute. I love Downeast Basics.
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