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anne:

--- Quote --- It is not a big expense, but for me, and I think, most women, picking out the right suit can be a traumatic event.... ANy thoughts or advise? Thanks in advance.
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There is almost nothing worse that shopping for a swimsuit.

I always hand wash mine, and only in lukewarm water and a little Woolite. The stretching and fading is inevitable, but can be slowed down. Also, wash as soon as possible after use. I have a great suit that has lasted me 5-6 years that way. Granted, it is only used 5-15 times per year.

drewstar:
We  don't use suits in the pool and tub, unless we have company over.   I think bathing suits are the biggest reason for my foam issues.  

My wife hand washes the suits.  We think it makes a big difference in keeping the suits as new as possible. I too have heard that machine washing is a "no-no"

I think they are fading due to chlorine and good rinsing may help, but  it wont negate the fact that you just soaked your suits in a chlorinated tub for 1/2 hour or so.

You may want to ensure you sanitizes level are not excessivlely high, and perhaps invest in some inexpesive suits to wear when you are not trying to impress folks (Everyday suits, and Suits we wear when company comes over?)

Also , don't "wash" after each use, but a good rinsing should suffice.

wmccall:
I have noticed that my 2nd suit lasted much longer than my first. I attribute that to better chemical management.

wmccall:

--- Quote ---I hope you have invested in some nice suits for your upcoming cruise! I am jealous just thinking about it.
The shows, the food, the ports, the food, the beautiful sunsets, the food, the pools, the food! did I mention they have wonderful food? Might want to get those suits about 1 size larger!  ;D
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When we made the reservation, I put up a counter on my website (billmccall.com) and it read 542 days. Now it is down to 23!   I am pulling the old blue boxer style suit out of the dresser and packing it this week!.  I had to buy a new suit and it is violating one my main rules of life, don't wear a tie on vacation)

Bonibelle:
I have real good luck finding bargain suits at Kohls after the season. I picked up several pair for my hubby and kids last fall for less than $5.00, maybe more like $3.00.They were the same brand (speedo) that I paid $45 for early in the season.  We typically rinse them well and I have strong suction hooks in the shower stall that we dry them on overnight. ..

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