Finding a swimsuit that both provides coverage and is actually cute can be a struggle. It seems like so many options out there are either too revealing or downright dowdy, and if they manage to avoid either, they cost a ton of money. Enter: Blooming Jelly’s take on the one-piece swim dress, which reviewers say “checks all the boxes” for comfort, style, function and a boost of confidence.
Reviewers in their 50s and 60s in particular love this V-neck swim dress, which comes with adjustable straps, a built-in bra, a long torso design, a skirt with a tie knot and some elasticated tummy control around the waist and hips. “Finding a suit that is flattering, comfortable to move and walk in is a tough task,” wrote one reviewer, who said they were 65. Even with that tall order, they called the swim dress “so comfortable to swim and walk in, extremely flattering, and makes me feel confident when wearing it. I had ordered two different bathing suits, and this one came first. I wore it that day and got so many compliments and second glances, that I returned the second suit from a different company, and ordered another from Blooming Jelly. You can’t go wrong with this suit; high quality, affordable and eye catching.”
They’re not only one who’s become a compliment magnet with this swimsuit, either. Plenty of shoppers mention being on the receiving end of praise thanks to the swimsuit’s flattering fit, even from strangers. But it’s not just that others think they look good — the confidence-boosting swim dress seems to be affecting how reviewers, especially postpartum moms, feel in their own bodies, too.
“After 4 C-sections it made me feel confident in my body for the first time in a LONG time,” one shopper wrote. Another claimed, “This is the first bathing suit I think I’ve ever bought where I can feel confident wearing it in front of people.”
The dress design adds some coverage at the bottom, with the skirt’s slit at the thigh adds some extra visual interest without being so revealing as to make the suit uncomfortable. The V-neck is also sexy but still practical, and the adjustable straps allow for a customizable fit with gold detailing for a luxe touch. Shoppers can vouch for the support of the built-in bra, as well as the full-coverage bottom that they say doesn’t ride up as much as other suits. It also “looks and feels like new” after washing several times, so the lower price doesn’t mean lower quality.
One reviewer even compared this to swimsuits from Miracle Suit, which retail for close to $200. “The price beats the $200 price tag of [M]iracle [S]uit and it is constructed as well [as the Miracle Suit],” they wrote. “The tummy support is firm, the built in bra is supportive and the peekaboo thigh is super sexy. It was very flattering on my 50 year old frame. I’m going to buy it in another color or two for sure.”
If you’ve been searching for a swimsuit that looks good and feels good without forking over a ton of cash, take reviewers’ word for it: This could be the one for you. It’s available in so many colors and patterns, and sizes S-4XL. “This bathing suit made me feel good in my body,” one reviewer said. In the end, isn’t that what we all want?
“This is a high quality, beautifully made swim suit. I am 5’11”, 150 lbs and 66 years old, and I couldn’t be happier with it! It is supportive in the bra area and tummy. The straps are great and the gold ring so pretty. I am VERY PICKY about swim suits, and I would say Don’t Hestitate on this one!” — Grammy58
“Absolutely love this suit it fits so perfect and makes me feel great which i haven’t felt in a swimming suit since before I had kids! Its flattering and covers what i want covered yet doesn’t make me feel like im 70 yet. Its nice and thick feels like good quality material.” — HazeyDazey
“A beautiful suit. It’s perfect. I’m in my 50’s and everyone loved this suit on me. I got so many compliments. Very well made.” — Snowgirl
“This suit is the suit of my dreams! Cinched waist, small skirt, adjustable straps, support. I’m 57 and it looks great. So cute. I’d buy again. Finally.” — Laura
“WOW!!! Stop the presses, alert the paparazzi — I finally found a swimsuit that doesn’t make me look like a potato in spandex! The tummy control is working overtime, and the color? Let’s just say, if I don’t get compliments, I’ll assume everyone is just jealous.” — L G
Check out these other confidence-boosting one-pieces from a list curated by the HuffPost Shopping team:
A $40 option from Amazon with insanely high reviews
The sweet ruffled plunging neckline on this swimsuit doesn't skimp on fun. This soft, full-coverage suit is beloved by over 25,000 reviewers on Amazon, and is available in 22 colors in sizes XS-XXL.
Promising reviews: "I'm a mom of 3, 5'6 and 150lbs and got a size medium. It's very flattering. I think the placement of the ties in the back help with the shape. It also doesn't accentuate my mommy belly. I wouldn't say it has a lot of tummy control but it is very flattering. I can't wait to wear it. I'm already thinking about getting another color." — Kristen
"It is so hard for me to find swimsuits that are flattering on me and make me look my age. I am 28, so I still like to look "hot" and feel sexy, but I am 5'8" and 170 lbs so a string bikini is no longer an option lol. This bathing suit is adorable and it wrinkles around the hips/stomach which gives me a thinner, sexier look. The pattern is super cute and I will probably order this in every color. The cleavage part also supports my breasts in a flattering way and my husband is also a fan lol. A must need for the summer season!" — bbq_princess
A practical silhouette that's available in a slew of tropical colors
This longtime bestseller has a lot of fans at Nordstrom, where it's racked up a 4.4-star rating across over 840 reviews. This lined swimsuit has adjustable straps and removable soft cups for added support, and is shirred throughout the waist for added detail.
Promising review: “If you’re anything like me, you gave birth to your second child 2 months before the pandemic quarantine began, and you’ve spent the last year working from home while also full time parenting so prioritizing your physical wellbeing went out the window and the last 15 pounds of pregnancy weight remained on your waistline, but now you want to escape to an airbnb with a pool for the weekend and realize you have nothing but bikinis. This suit is perfect for you! Ok but more importantly, I’m 31 yo, 5’7, 150-155 pounds, more apple shape with most of my weight in my midsection. Boobs around 34D, but fluctuate between my baby needs to eat and deflated balloons. I got a size 10 and I’d say it’s perfect. In clothes I’m an 8 pants (some fit some don’t rn) and medium top. Flattering, not frumpy, love it!” — Alexandra47
A "freaking chic" one-piece that offers plenty of bust support
My colleague Greta Geiselman is a major fan of this Lands' End swimsuit, saying "I love that they accommodate larger bust sizes, offer excellent support without looking dowdy, easy to launder and have lasted well." Designed to help you look and feel like a goddess, this high-quality, ultra-durable suit has UPF 50 sun protection and just the right amount of stretch to smooth and firm the physique. You can shop it in three colors and four cup size options in 16W-24W sizing.
Promising review: "This suit is freaking CHIC. I’m a new mom experiencing my first summer with a mum tum (plus some leftover baby weight), so I wasn’t feeling my best when it came time to head poolside. My pre-pregnancy suits fit, but they weren’t as flattering as they once were. Enter this suit! It is great! It has some slight gathering/ruching across the stomach that camouflages any lumps and bumps you might not love. Bust not as perky as it once was? This suit has bra cups that lend support and shape. The neckline is so pretty, too! I wish it came in more colors (Baywatch red, anyone?!), but I’m definitely ordering it next year if this one doesn’t fit again! I’m 5’5” with a short torso, 200 lbs, 36DDD, and I ordered the 16W." — Leigh