Who still has swimsuits - B&M? Need one ASAP!

[WatchingThemGrow]

We're going to the Great Wolf Lodge for my birthday and I just realized none of my swimsuits fit! I have a nice, huge maternity one from Mimi and all my favorite Anne Cole/Tyr suits that are size 8-10, but none for that "my baby is 5 weeks old" stage.

HELP!!! I've got the ILs coming over 8-10 am, so I can go then (who is open at 9?) I can probably make ONE stop leaving town at noon, so I need to make one very educated guess about where to stop. That stop needs to be a fruitful one.

Have you seen any modest tankinis (I guess- I'm nursing/pumping) at a B&M store that still has a good range of sizes left? Obviously I can't be picky about colors at this point, but I do need to try on different sizes...maybe a 14? I dunno...

Funny, I'd *never* let this happen to my kids. They each have 2-3 suits that fit, complete with coordinated Crocs, rash guards and hats.

[fortato]

Do you live near some outlets??

I found bathing suits at a GAP outlet on Monday... and Target still had some tonight....

[brittone2]

Haven't been to our mall in a while, but what about Sears...Land's End is pretty modest and mom friendly. I have a tankini from there with a halter style top so that works well for nursing. Not sure if they are still out or picked over...hopefully someone else can report on what the selection is like in their Sears stores.

I totally want a report on the GWL. I'd like to do that eventually if we stay in the area when DH finishes up his program.

Have a great time!! And of course, happy birthday!!

[randomkid]

Don't know that I can be of much help since I am in FL and swimsuits are pretty easy to find here. But, the one suggestion I do have is this - do you have a store near you that only carries swimsuits/beachwear? We have a store called Everything But Water. They are more expensive, but this time of year they start to have good clearance sales.

Good Luck - I know how frustrating it is to have to do something last minute like that.

[billysmommy]

If you have a Sears near you, I'd try there. I've loved every suit I've gotten from Lands End, their tankinis are pretty easy to nurse in. I used the halter style and just untied the straps and lowered the one side (the other one stays up well) I've also had luck with the other brands at Sears too

[brittone2]

WatchingthemGrow-
There is a bathing suit only store out at Southpoint I think...not sure of the selection/sizing/styles available, but at one point there was one...again, haven't been in the mall much lately though.

In a pinch you could possibly check there and Sears for Land's End, maybe?

[WatchingThemGrow]

Ok, good tips so far, but the LE @Sears and Everything But Water (or whichever one we have) are the opposite direction and they don't open until 10. Is this the type of event Target is made for? (Opens at 8am, carries somewhat disposable clothing...) Are 14's still in stock usually? (I can never find my shoe size 9.5 in stores.)

There are outlets right there at the GWL, but I might be a ball of stress if I wait until we get there to secure a suit. It's just so funny because it is SOOOO not me to realize I don't have a suit that fits. Well, except for the honeymoon to Hawaii where I realized I didn't pack one either. Can I chalk this one up to mommy brain?

Right by the interstate we have an ON, Marshall's and a sporting goods store that carries TYR. Obviously, I can pick up a suit full-price lap suit at the TYR place. Do ON and Marshalls still have them?

[Tondi G]

I got my last 2 tankini's from Target. My top went missing and I found a new top that worked. It happened to be on sale for 9 bucks too! I would hit target.

[rlu]

Could you wear a regular top and shorts instead? That's my standard beach wear, but wouldn't wear it into a swimming pool. I'm not familiar with where you are going.

[Globetrotter]

yep, I saw some at Sears (lands end) and also Macys'.