[Christina Cernik Photography] BATHING SUIT: (c/o) Marysia via Avenue32 Take it from me, someone who spent many many years in a leotard in ballet classes, the right one piece can balance your body, compliment your skin tone, show off the good stuff and represent your personality. More importantly, it can give you the confidence you need to strut your stuff and feel good about yourself in front of others. BRACELETS, POM POM SUN HAT: (c/o) C.J. Laing One of my “ballet tricks” was to wear leotards that are cut high on the thigh to make my legs appear longer. I would choose leotards with plunging necklines or with open backs to give the appearance of a nice, long look. This made me look longer and slimmer (I’m only 5’2) and feel beautiful standing next to ballerinas who were taller than me. I would also wear printed leotards on days where I wanted to camouflage areas like my stomach or tush. Interestingly, the second I put on this one piece, I thought to myself, “this feels a lot like one of my old favorite leotards that I used to wear all the time.” Then I looked up the designer and voilà… The designer, Marysia Dobrzanska Reeves, is a former ballerina (who also spent many years in a leotard) and surfing enthusiast (who wore a lot of wetsuits). I knew it! There had to be something special about this suit… because it fit me perfectly! Marysia’s swimsuits are all about impeccable fit and perfectly executed shapes. Made from comfortable stretchy printed fabric (that hides a lot), this perfect one piece has a low back and sits slightly higher on my thigh (therefore giving the illusion of longer legs). Wear it on days where you want more coverage or on days where you want to leave a “little to the imagination…” Shop today’s look via Avenue32 here… Xo, Stephanie (Thank you Avenue32 for sponsoring this post)
That one piece looks great on you. I’ve been loving seeing their line everywhere. It’s simple with a twist and I do see that it takes into mind your body shape. I like the tips about a higher thigh for longer legs as well as a lower neck or back. Interesting to hear that the creator of the brand was also a ballerina and I like the tips about hiding your problem areas such as the stomach. I feel that! http://www.dressupchowdown.com Reply