swimsuit

I will be shooting female swimsuit models. Im curious what some photogs are usings for lighting.

A few strobes, off camera flash are the common ways. Flash will fill any nasty shadows and give the eyes a sparkle.

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The Ideal lighting for nude or swimsuit shots is early morning sunrise and late afternoon sunsets. You will have to work quickly because your light changes dramatically during these hours of the day. Plan ahead. Have your model ready to go and be on location before the sun turns its warm colors. You will need someone to assist you for this type of shoot. The assistant can be a major help in holding light disks, off camera flash attachments , mirrors, diffusers and many other use full things like changing memory cards in one camera while your busy shooting with another. Studio lighting is an option too. Some photographers bring a gas powered generator to provide electricity for the strobes. Others prefer the battery powered types. Whichever suites you best. Good luck and good shooting. P.S of you would like a critique of your photos. I would be more than happy to help. Just shoot me an email to photojoe75@yahoo

I'm all about cross-lighting with the sun for this sort of shoot.... I'll commonly use my 47" octobox on a beefy studio light overpowering the sun.

Cheers!

Early morning just as the sun is rising.

Large gold reflector, maybe two of them.

Depending on the available light, use fill-flash and/or reflectors to lighten shadow areas. If necessary, use remote flashes to give light to background areas, for separation. Lighting behind the hair brings highlights to most models, as well.

What makes you comfortable or uncomfortable about the swimsuit shops near you?

Is it the service? Inventory? Cleanliness? Just a feeling you get in the store? Price?

Describe the perfect atmosphere of a retail swimsuit shop.

The atmosphere of the store should remember the holidays , these holidays could be hippie and young as California in the 70's , or more classic & elegant like the French Riviera with the celebrities swimming or being competitive as some Olimpic games with Speedo.

Carefull with the cheap fabrics of the pareos or bad sunglasses.

Also take care of the dressrooms where someone can steal your merchandise.

Give attention like it would be a lingerie shop, specially for women who searchs glamour, comfort for a moderate price.

Give 3 or 4 trends of variety, then in colors matchable between them.Meanwhile the men search something simple and resistant.

Keep it clean, in order and simple, don't overwhelm the costumer with the enviroment.

Give some cupons to make return the clients to the store.

i like stores that are clean, and very organized. im lazy so i dont wanna look all over for a swimsuit. color coordinated would help about, cuz thats normally how i pick swimsuits, by wut color i want. i personally like bikinis with a little band at the bottom for the top, not the scrunchy kind that can pull aoart and your boobs pop out. lol. but thats just me. boyshorts are nice too, but i like bikini bottoms mostly. oh its not cool when you they have a limit on the fitting rooms, cuz with swimsuits, you normally try on alot, plus the top and bottom count as seperate. mhmm

so ya thats all i can think of.

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I don't like any of the bikinis in the United States because they are all too large (cover too much, have too much material). I prefer to wear smaller, brazilian bikinis. My mother's friend is Brazilian and she sells Brazilian bikinis for 50-60 dollars a set. In the stores in Los Angeles, they can run up to nearly 200 dollars. So, I don't buy my bikinis from a store. The ones my mother's friend imports also happens to be one of the top brands in brazilian swimwear, so I think I'm getting a pretty good deal.

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I don't need one coz. I swim naked all the time.

Well prices drive me insane. because thats why i never go out and get a realllly cute new one cuz my mom is like a heck no. but no selection is important in styles colors all that stuff andddd service, people should be around to help and you should have to approach them. so ya hope that helps?

i have big boobs and a big butt. i need a good swimsuit for this year and can't wear those skinny little things for girls that are flat chested. any suggestions? i am healthy and VERY curvy. please help and send links. thanks for everyone who particpates!

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try to find some with support under the bust and halters may or may not be a problem. it may if your chest is so big that it hurts but if not you're okay.

or this?

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this is if you want to cover up more.

good luck!!! =)

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http://WorldSwimwear.com

They have cute supported swimsuits. I would suggest an under wire if you need extra support. Make sure to check their size chart page to ensure that you are getting the correct size. Not sure what you mean by big boobs, I do not think that they go over the D alphabet.

Here are some of my favorites for your body type.

http://www.worldswimwear.com/servlet/the-78/2009Juniorsswimwear-2009monokini-2009swimsuits-2009swimwear/Detail

http://www.worldswimwear.com/servlet/the-101/monokini-sexymonokini-onepiece-sexyonepiece/Detail

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http://www.worldswimwear.com/servlet/the-13/underwirebathingsuits-twopiecebikini-swimsuitscom-swimsuitsforjuniors/Detail

http://www.worldswimwear.com/servlet/the-46/2009swimsuit-2009bikini-zebrabikini-juniorsbikini/Detail

Not sure what you like, ie colors and cuts. Not sure if you want to cover your but, so you should go through the website yourself. They have great stuff for inexpensive and great quality.

Good luck!

I am in great shape, just have stubborn fat around the thigh area giving me the look of saddlebags. I would like to find a swimsuit style/cut that minimizes this.

A swimskirt would do the trick. It's like a mini skirt attached to bikini bottoms.

A 2 piece with a skirt bottom or short bottom. hides the sides better

dont get boy short bottoms. get a bikini top, but try a lil skirt to cover em up. thats wat i do

one piece flare skirt or boy cut bottoms or bottoms that look like a skirt or wrap. try to draw the eye upward in a very suble way. cute cut top or necklace. anyway... work those hips.

I don't want a swimsuit that's see=through! Also, do any swimsuits come with a little bit of support up top?

i think that Lycra is more comfortable than polyester, but the polyester definitely lasts longer if your in a pool every day, and your suits wear out frequently. Also, if you want more support, you can try wearing more than one suit, wearing double-lined suites, or wearing bikini tops underneath your one-piece.

If you swim often go with the polyester suit - it will last longer and the color of the suit won't fade as quickly. I think only the lycra suits come with support and they are also stretchier than the polyester ones. Both types come in really neat patterns and colors, so go with whatever you feel is more comfortable & best for your needs. :o)

check out kiefer swim

www.kiefer.com

click on competitive swim, click on dolfin suits or kiefer suits

Polyester lasts longer, chlorine in pools wears out lycra suits.

Get a suit that is lined. A lycra suit is more comfortable and will form to your body better.

I'm shopping for a swimsuit, and I can't seem to find a top that looks good on me. Any suggestions?

Land's End has an extensive line of women's swimsuits designed to deal with a variety of body "problems." Their website is http://www.landsend.com/

In general, I'd suggest that, even though you CAN wear a suit without any bust support (like a tube top), don't. They tend to make you look flatter. Get something that holds up what you've got or something that is lightly gathered around the bust horizontally (outside, inside or both, but not necessarily above or below... you'd have to try those on to see what they do to your bustline)

Most of all, enjoy the pool or the beach no matter how flattering your suit is (or isn't!)

something that has ruffles or bows or sparkle on the hem at the top. halter bikinis are good and there are the ones with a built in bra that you could use.

Any sort of halter top style will make you look bigger

halter is super sexy and shows off those sexy shoulders...good luck :)

bandeau baby!

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I completely know what you mean! Whenever I try on bathing suit tops, it just looks like I'm tying a bikini to a surfboard. :( Try tops with embellishments, and bandeaus are definitely not the way to go!

Triangle shaped bikini tops. Get one with a little pad in it.

If one piece, get the halter top kind that you tie at the back of your neck.

Go topless.

I am 14, 5'8", and weigh 120lbs. I have never been comfortable in a swimsuit. I have been doing pilates and haven't gained weight in 2 years (but I have gotten alot taller). I just need someting to help lose afew lbs/inces and tone up. I feel like pilates is not doing anything anymore. I want to look good in a bikini.

everyone can look good in a bikini, but they may not think it. i dread myself in a bikini! but with confidence when you wear it (strut your stuff! ) then people can see that you feel happy how you look and they will think that you look good in it too, it really works. when you are happy with how you look and find yourself attractive, other people will see that and will find you attractive.

you better wear the bikini,don't be afraid of it! lol

Step up your pilates or do more cardio, is it normal not to have gained weight in two years for your age??!! Especially if you are getting taller. If anything you should of gained some weight from the muscles you have been developing. Health is alot more important than the way you look. This is a crucial time of development for your body, dont screw it up. You should go to a dietitian, a professional, dont ask us yahoo random people, we could give you bad advice without knowing it! Your family doctor even would be more suitable to talk to. Good luck and I wish you well

i have the same problem, except i'm shorter and weigh a little less..if you ge any good answers on this, let me know

I want to swim, but my swimsuit is wet from yesterday. I hate the cold/clammy feeling of putting on a damp swimsuit. Is it okay to put it in the dryer, or will that mess it up?

You can run a swimsuit through the dryer, but that weakens the lycra fabric. If you want to dry it, I advise instead that you just hang it close to a fan. It's not the heat that dries objects. Rather it's the wicking away of moisture through air circulation. Hope this helps.

You will definitely mess up your bathing suit if you put it in the dryer. You can place it on a towel and then roll up the towel. That helps get most of the water out of the swimsuit. If you hang it up after that it shouldn't take that long to dry.

my hubby did that to mine and the butt part got all stretched out...don't do it unless u wanna show ur goodies

yes but be sure you use low heat especially if its nylon and if it has elastic in it you may ruin the elastic

I have many swimsuits that have been used for more than 1 season. I know what I am talking about. Shall I begin. First you should wash the used suit, in cold water with a Woolite type delicate soap on the gentle cycle- if possible let it spin twice, this way, most of the moisture is removed. You can then place, in the dryer using the "air fluff" setting this is air only not a heat setting. If you don't have this setting than use only the lowest possible heat temp. Dry for only 10 minutes and remove,hang or lay flat to thoroughly dry. The problem with most suits is that rinsing after each use instead of washing leaves residual chemicals, even saltwater can ruin a swimsuit this eats at the fibers/lycra and the next time you take it out it's lost it's shape the elasticity is deteriorating. Another reason you should wash your suit is moisturizers or suntan/sunblock can ruin your suit as well, it is just best for maintaining the appearance as well as performance .

Yes you can but the swimsuit will go out of shape. The best thing to do is hang it on a coat hanger and use a hair dryer to dry it.

odds are yes you can put it in the dryer. but you should take your swim suit and off wow now walk to the washing machine. wow you look good naked walking to the washing machine . now lift the lid on the machine and you will see symbols that tell you what to do with your washing. your swim suit should have this little tag on it match that up with the symbols on the lid of the machine and wow you will know if your swim suit can go for a ride in the dryer.

depends on the brand and material of your swimsuit. Most of them- it's alright to put in the dryer- just remember low heat.

I have that problem too. Yes it's ok to put your swimsuit in the dryer just make sure you rinse it off if you were swimming at the beach before you put it in the dryer.

No! I am a competitive swimmer..best way to wash a swim suit is in cold water in your sink with gentle detergent and hang dry it. If you dry it in the dryer you will fade the colors and stretch out the elastic in the suit fabric.

Sure. Just wash it in cold water, and then hang dry.

For a women's swimsuit, are there supposed to be bra or any kind of support in it? Are your nipples supposed to show when you are cold when you have a swimsuit that fits?

Your bathing suit should be really really tight. And if you are swimming in races there usually isn't any support. swim suits should be tight and smash down your boobs.

The swimsuit is supposed to be able to stretch well over you whole body and there should be bra pads in the swimsuit to prevent guys having a free show at the pool. When you are wearing a swimsuit, it should feel like you're wearing a bra, no tight-er or loose-er then that. (; Lol.

no, yes and a good fit means that you can't lift that straps in your shoulders really high there should only be a couple cm gap and the legs(if you have them) don't fill up with water or it goes down the front and fills up too

I am a guy, and I want to know how I can change into a swimsuit in a changing room [with other people in it] without people seeing my privates...

then keep your towel around u and just pull on the swimsuit and once thats on take off the towel and you will see that the swim suit is on and no one will see ur privates.

You could go in a bathroom stall or keep your swimsuit under your clothes so all you have to do is whip off your pants. Good luck! :)

wear a towel round ur waist, and pull the suit up, and tzke the towel off ♥

I taught my children( both boys) to change facing into a corner so that no one can see anything but their backsides. Most guys are so worried about keeping their own stuff hidden that they are not looking at anyone elses. Another trick is to buy a speedo and wear as undies and when you strip just wear it under your trunks.

Turn your back to them or wrap a towel around you or use a toilet stall , but why be so embarrassed it isn't like they have not seen others people's privates.

HEY!!!.....be a man. be proud of your jewels no matter how small or fruity they look.

wear a long shirt and change your pants then take off the shirt.

Wear your swimsuit under your pants instead of underwear before going and use a towel around your waist afterwards.

Wrap a towel around your waist.

agree with last answer

why is it that small? deformed? go into a restroom stall and do it, or turn around so your front is facing a wall and only your butt is exposed.

dude it doesnt matter. so what if they see itim mean come on, or are you a little self conscious?

NOBODY IS TRYING TO SEE YOUR JUNK UNLESS THEY ARE GAY. STOP SWEATING IT JUST FREAKIN CHANGE FACING AWAY FROM THEM.

I am going to Sydney in February and will be at the beach/pool and was wondering what is a good swimsuit style for a chubby guy? I have skinny arms, nice legs but a tummy and I was thinking of doing boardshorts or a standard swimsuit. I won't do a speedo-don't worry!! Are board shorts good for swimming, snorkeling? Thanks for any help anyone could provide.

Wear board shorts, but also wear a board shirt if you can find one. They do wonders to make you look less fat and more in shape. If you are like 3 or 4 x then don't worry about it, but if you are like xl or close than it should help!

ANY KIND!!!! Chubby guys are hott and any kind of bathing suit would work because they look hott weather in a shorts, speedos whatever hey might as well just see them naked! I love chubby guys! I think chubby guys are sexy, loving and ahhhh i just love you guys and anything would be great just show your stuff dont go to like a pool party and not go in the pool be confident because you guys are the best!!!!!!!!

Much Love,

The biggest fan of chubby guys!

Don't pick tight shorts! Choose boardshorts that sits right at the knee top conceal your tummy, never too short or way below the knee. Try to pick colors according to your skin color. Pale skin goes with pale color, darks skin goes with darker color. FYI boardshort goes along with swimming as well as snorkeling.

Yeah, do broadshorts that go to your knees.

a tent works wonders for us big guys