While we love a good scroll through a review section both for entertainment and should-I-buy details, we also know the absolute best recommendations for clothing, TV shows, desserts, books, and the like usually come from friends.
So we’re introducing a new column this year which is, simply, Our Favorite Things. We’ll switch the focus monthly; the idea is to scroll through a few of the favorites we’ve gathered from the AMR Team, and then add your own in the comments below.
A root canal. An IUD insertion. A Brazilian wax. I’d pick any of those over going swimsuit shopping.
The unflattering glare of the overhead lights is enough to make me flinch. Then add in the three-way mirrors so I can inspect every dimple on the back of my thighs? Makes me want to dive into the deep end and just stay there.
There is good news, though: our favorite swimsuits are built for active, athletic bodies that like to walk on the beach, swim backstroke down the lane, and boogie board in the hot sun. So even though you still have to try them on, at least you know they’re solid, durable choices. (Read: less shopping, more swimming.)
PrAna Atalia Top + Title Nine Adjustable Boy Shorts Bottom
The top is more than a bikini but less than a tankini and comes down far enough on my short-person torso to provide coverage without creating weird bulges. Likewise, I love the athletic coverage of boy shorts from Title 9.
—Tish Hamilton, Podcast Co-host
Nani Palaka Patchwork Crop + Colorblock Bottom
I found Nani suits at REI during COVID (when shopping in a store felt like a novelty!), and loved how colorful and energetic—and inclusive (size XXS-XXL)—the brand is. I adore this style of suit because the one-shoulder profile makes me feel sexy, but it doesn’t sacrifice coverage. Ditto with the stay-put bottoms.
—Dimity McDowell, AMR Co-Founder
Just ordered from Q- love their suits…I feel so good im them when I swim. Plus their designs are FUN and they have 50% off sales often so you can get pretty much a custom suit for $36 plus shipping. Deal!