SpeedoWomen's Swimsuit One Piece Powerflex Ultraback Solid

When I first received this swimsuit, I was delighted. I had never ordered a suit by mail or online before -- had always tried previous suits on in stores -- and it was gratifying to learn that I could obtain a high-quality, affordable suit that fit me so well "off the rack" -- better yet, "off the Web," sight unseen, with no try-on. The suit was my first Speedo: an established, esteemed name in swimwear for leisure swimmers and professionals alike -- and I was delighted with it overall.This suit was never put to any rigorous or demanding tests. Over a 10-month period, I wore it, at most, three times a week -- and then, exclusively for a 45-minute Arthritis Foundation class in aquatics, consisting of gentle water exercises in a lukewarm, impeccably maintained pool at the first nationally accredited medical fitness center in our state. It was a swimsuit that never swam a single lap, in fact, but merely took an occasional sedate dip. It never visited our local Great Lake, for instance, let alone any ocean. It did experience an occasional ten-minute sojourn in the fitness center's well-maintained whirlpool. I was scrupulous in following the care instructions, washing it only by hand, with no other garments, in temperate water and gentle soap, then promptly setting it out to dry in a well-lit room (since the instructions caution against drying it in the shade).Within a few months, however, I got a quite a shock. My snappy navy blue Speedo was rapidly losing its color!-- this despite the fact that it had been advertised as chlorine-protected or chlorine-resistant. By June or July, although I attempted to remain in a state of denial and rationalization ("Well, the point is fitness -- who cares what anyone else looks like in a bathing suit?"), I was deeply disappointed, not to mention embarrassed. I found it harder and harder to attend aquatics regularly. It was time to replace the dud, but my finances had been hit hard by the economic crisis and additional setbacks in my family. (I didn't think to ask Santa for an attractive new bathing suit; he brought me a much-appreciated Best Buy gift card and some tasty Belgian chocolates. And no, I did not consume said chocolates anywhere in the vicinity of my now-brownish suit.) I balked at the prospect of springing for a whole new suit after wearing this one in such a limited way.But the time has come, and I must now begin all over -- initiate anew the whole massive research effort that went into my ultimate selection of this spiffy Speedo which soon let me down so badly. Let's face it, my one and only bathing suit, although my former pride and joy, has deteriorated into a pretty strange semblance of its former self. It's now irregularly two-tone: Primarily a muddy brown, but with large, bilateral patches, front and back, of a very faded blue, and areas of nearly navy blue on the straps morphing into muddy brown in places.My classmates go through their paces at the same time I do -- same pool, same conditions -- but their many and varied suits (plain, patterned, flamboyantly floral; hailing from Target, Nordstrom, Macy's, Land's End) retain their original colors month in and month out. I seem to have the only Speedo, and the only color-shifter, in the class. I will say one thing for the color(s) of my eccentric suit: the Speedo logo, low on the front righthand thigh, remains crisp, bright white. Whatever chlorine resistance was promised for this suit, it was definitely incorporated in the logo. The rest of the garment, alas, looks like the veteran of a deep, long dip in a vat of some permanent pigment which could aptly be dubbed "Mudpie."I've given this suit a few stars for its good fit, excellent construction and durability, flattering style, and sleek suitability for free motion of any kind in water. But beware its chameleon-like nature! If you should order a Speedo anything like this one, and if you like your bathing suit to retain much of its original color over time, you may love this item out of the box -- but you will not be a happy camper for long.

This Speedo is perfect for an ample shape. Because Speedos are so tight, I bought it a size larger than I normally would and it is perfect. I'm not swimming competitively, only lap swimming, so I don't need or want it to be skin tight.

I like this suit for swimming laps. Very supportive & the black insets at the waist are flattering.

I wanted a functional bathing suit - something with strong straps and a high back. This fit the bill. I am a size medium and ordered such (size 8) and it fit perfectly. It doesn't ride up the back or have straps/ties that dig into my neck or side. It is very comfortable for sport swimming.

Fits great!

I am a between size 24-26 so I got a size 22 and it fits great and feel good. I love the speedo brand and I love they make real women sizes.

I like to swim for exercise and recreation, but I am not a racer or a pro or any sort of thing that would require me to have a suit that helps me go faster. I just needed one that doesn't slip off, provides enough support, and is comfy enough to swim around in for a long period of time.This is the suit for that!The sizing seemed about right, but for me, I went up a size-- In women's dresses, I am a 6 or 8, and I got a 10 and a 12 in this suit to see what would fit. The 10 felt a little tight when I put it on, but not uncomfortably so. The 12 was a little loose, especially in the top. So, I opted for the 10, and am glad that I did. As soon as I was in the water, the 10 fit perfectly, did not feel too tight, and did not leave any red marks or anything like that. I think I made the right choice size wise for me, looking at the size chart, I was a 8 in the bust measurement, 6 in the waist, and a 10 in the hips, and the 10 is just right for me, if that helps anyone with the same sizing issues!The fabric seems durable, and it is nicely lined. There is a built in shelf-type bra (it doesn't have formed cups, or anything, but there is a separate bra part, with an elastic band across the front, and this provides some support). It doesn't provide a great deal of support, but enough given that the suit is relatively thick and seems to retain its stretch well. That was one concern that led me to a suit like this rather than a suit that was just for fashion, because other suits that I have owned tend to slip off when I dive into the pool, or provide no support at all.The straps are thick enough that they do not dig into my shoulders, and the way that they cross in the back allows for me to move my arms easily.The leg openings are not super high, which I love. This is not like the typical high-leg racing speedos that I think of when I think of speedo suits. It comes down lower, which I find very flattering. It is accurate to how it is shown on the picture. Although it is a more modest suit, it still hugs my body in a way that I find very flattering. So, even though it is not just for fashion, I still feel confident in this suit, and think that it looks nice.I will update this when I have used it more to say whether or not it fades or any other issues appear, but if it stays how it is, I will be very happy. It seems like it will last me a long time, even with weekly use. I can't say how it would be for those who swim for reasons other than I do, but I recommend it to anyone who needs a practical suit.

It faded immediately, and it started to stretch within about 3-4 swims.

There was no issue on being able to exchange the swimsuit to get a size that fit me

Es exactamente que estaba buscando

Me mandaron una talla que no pedí. El traje es de buena calidad. Pero me quedo grande.

Have trouble finding a bathing suit long enough. This one fit perfect

I never write reviews so you know this was good. I've been looking for a new sport swimsuit for a while but most swim brands don't carry larger sizes. I am a lifeguard and play water polo at my university so I wanted a suit that I can do laps in and not just a fashion bathing suit (which is what most of the choices for plus sized women are) I was so happy to find a speedo suit that fit me (I used to wear the "normal" sizes but over the years have gained weight which is totally fine but I haven't been able to wear the suits I've always worn) The only thing for me is that its not as tight as I am used to and if it was available I might have tried a size 18 instead (reference I am 5'11, 275lbs, 42" waist and 52" hips and I ordered a size 20) Otherwise the size guide is great. I also am not a fan of the shelf bra and pads inside but once its on you don't really notice it. The cut of this bathing suit is very modest (again I'm used to high cut suits so not my favourite) but it means you don't have to keep fixing a wedgie making it great for lifeguarding. Overall the quality is great, super comfortable to wear, shipping was fast and I would definitely recommend :)