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(based on 32 ratings)
Brand:Jessica London
Located in:Clothing, Swimwear
V-neck, side-draped suit. Imported.


  • Surplice styling flatters your curves while ruched detail camouflages your waist
  • Skirt minimizes hips and thighs
  • Soft-cup bra for support
  • Nylon/spandex blend shapes you comfortably with great support
  • Nylon/spandex; hand wash


Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.8 stars
(based on 32 ratings)
81% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive design(25), Dries quickly(10), Flattering(24), Good fit(16), High quality(17)
Cons:
Poor fit(4)
Best Uses:
At the beach(22), Casual swimming(22)
Describe Yourself:
Athletic(6), Comfort-oriented(16), Conservative(5), Midrange shopper(19), Stylish(23)
 
The Beach VS. The Pool
By Sherry from Iowa on 9/16/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this black suit 2 years ago and have taken it on several vacations. It has worn very well and is the first suit (in a long time)that I have felt comfortable wearing in public because of my heavy thighs. The neckline helps to draw attention upward. I'm planning on order one in orange now for for my next vacation, so that I have 2 suits.

 
swimdress
By TARVerified Purchaser from Markham, IL on 8/17/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, High Quality, Lightweight
Cons:
A little lowcut
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Athletic, Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great color!

 
Love It
By Royelle from Boston but I wish I was in Vegas! on 8/6/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Lightweight
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love this swimsuit! Very stylish! I would not recommend for anyone who's weight is around the middle. It it great for someone like me who has a smaller middle and big thighs and butt. The skirt is longer and gives great coverage. I wish they had it in Black!!!

 
Nice dress but...
By ValVerified Purchaser from Bronx, NY on 7/29/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, Lightweight
Cons:
Bra cups show thru, Lining Too Thin
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I like the color, coverage and fit so will try altering the swimsuit since I had a discount.

 
Not so great
By DeeVerified Purchaser from Ky on 7/19/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Cons:
Color Not As Expected, Poor Fit
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

color brighter than expected, didn't offer support as I anticipated, over all not that great...will have to return..too big. Design not as attractive as I thought it would be.

 
Good looking
By Pat St. ThomasVerified Purchaser from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands on 7/17/2008
Waist:
Feels too small
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, High Quality, Lightweight
Cons:
Needs more bra support, Tight around stomach
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great looking swimsuit particularly if you are a modest person regarding your thighs. Great color. Suit would fit and look better with more bra support.

 
Sooo beautiful!!
By LLVerified Purchaser from NJ on 7/15/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, Sexy
Cons:
Straps a little too long
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming, Just to feel sexy
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, High-end shopper, Persnickety picky, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Received many compliments [from strangers] on what a nice swimsuit and how beautiful I looked.
I have it in orange and the color is rich and vibrant, which complemented my skin tone magnificently.

The only minor con is the straps are a little too long, which is an easy fix. Take to a tailor and have shortened a bit, which also gives the girls (breasts) a little more support :)

 
Hides Hips and Upper Thighs Well
By Jolie CPAVerified Purchaser from San Francisco on 7/1/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I took this on a trip to Hawaii. I wore it snorkeling and it worked fine - I'm not a strong swimmer and wore a waist vest with it, and I was able to get around just fine.

The material and cut was a bit bulkier than I was expecting, but this is the first time I bought a suit that wasn't a straight bathing suit - so I would guess this is normal when you add the extra material to cover the lower body. The top is very revealing, as others have mentioned. It didn't bother me, and I think it detracts from other problem areas, but only go for this one if you are comfortable with a lot of cleavage showing (I am probably a 40D and I bought a size 16).

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
A bit vibrant , but nice style
By SueVerified Purchaser from Columbia SC on 6/24/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Lightweight, Runs a little large, Suggest 1 size smaller
Cons:
A bit more vibrant, Prefer tighter ruching
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Athletic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

In spite of a more vibrant color than expected, I think the suit will look great with a deep tan. I am so grateful to another shopper who suggested buying 1 size smaller. Thank you - I agree the suit runs a bit larger on the top half. The quality is in line with price.

 
what a beautiful way to cover my flaws
By reneeVerified Purchaser from wheeling wv on 6/19/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, Great flow, High Quality, Lightweight
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I've not worn a swimsuit in public in years, I can't wait to wear it again. It's very flattering and flirty in the most ladylike way.

 
"Flattering Fit"
By mmVerified Purchaser from Magnolia, MS on 6/18/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
High-end shopper, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I bought this swimsuit to wear while I was at a conference. I really loved it. It hide all my unattracted features and flattered my attracted features.

 
Bust was to Big
By Tiffany the mother of 3Verified Purchaser from Illinois on 6/18/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I really liked the suit, but the bust was to big. I am still waiting for my smaller size suit to come back.

 
"I would buy this style again"
By kris the katyVerified Purchaser from Mansfield, Ohio on 6/14/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality, Lightweight
Cons:
Cut too low
Best Uses:
Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Conservative, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The swimsuit is beautiful, but it is cut too low. Some alterations have to be made before getting into the water for fear of the suit coming open in an embarrassing way.

 
The sizing runs big.
By ValerieVerified Purchaser from Little Rock, AR on 6/11/2008
Waist:
Feels too big
Pros:
Attractive Design, High Quality
Cons:
Lower cut than expected
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Lower cut than expected. Sizing runs big; had to return for a size smaller. Nice overall.

 
Too Reveiling for Me
By JackieVerified Purchaser from Washington State on 6/4/2008
Cons:
Poor Coverage, Poor Fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Not a good thing for larger ladies who are larger on top. It shows WAY to much. A very odd shape and fit.

 
Great Fit!
By Nikki G. from Atlanta, Ga. on 5/20/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Athletic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Really holds you in without fealing too tight.

 
is nice-but top area was too big for me
By angVerified Purchaser from NY on 5/9/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design
Best Uses:
At The Beach
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It was nice but the v cut top was too large for me compared to the bottom

 
Beautiful
By SusieVerified Purchaser from Saulsbury, TN on 4/16/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality, Lightweight
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Athletic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I use this swim suit to celebrate a very large weight loss, and I'm proud of it!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great camouflage
By beachcomberVerified Purchaser from Indianapolis,IN on 4/9/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Active swimming, At The Beach
Describe Yourself:
Athletic, Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Design provides great camouflage for figure challenges! Looks great with print sarong!

 
SIZE 20 AND LOOKING GOOD!
By LADY DEEVerified Purchaser from INGLEWOOD CALIF on 4/9/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality, Lightweight
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Conservative, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I LOVE IT

 
Comfortable and secure
By BeccaVerified Purchaser from Bradenton, FL on 4/8/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

It was nice to have a stylish suit with cleavage and no slippage. I could enjoy swimming and playing in the pool without having to check my suit every 30 seconds AND look good while doing it. YEAH!

 
Love the color and length.
By DivetteVerified Purchaser from Waverly, OH on 4/4/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality, Lightweight
Cons:
Top needed tailoring
Best Uses:
Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I loved the color and length of this swimdress. However, the top was a bit revealing so I did have to have it tailored a bit.

 
Covers on bottom - not on top
By Shopping QueenVerified Purchaser from SLC, UT on 4/3/2008
Waist:
Feels too big
Pros:
Covers a lot on bottom, Lightweight
Cons:
Too large overall
Best Uses:
Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Practical
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

If you are use to ordering a little larger through a catalog, I would refrain from doing it on this item. It was too large on the bust and way too big on the bottom. I would even suggest buying one size smaller.

 
Everything I expected
By debVerified Purchaser from charlton, ma on 4/3/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Flattering
Cons:
Color Not As Expected
Best Uses:
At The Beach
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This swimsuit will look wonderful with a tan.....

 
My 2nd swimdress and counting
By soaking wetVerified Purchaser from Houston, Texas on 3/29/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Dries Quickly, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Cons:
Fades quickly
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is my 2nd swimdress in a year! I absolutely love it! It holds its shape very well. I wear mine every day to soak in a hot tub after I work out. The only concern I have is that the color fades from the pool chemicals easily.The color I purchased twice is the brown one.

 
nice swim wear
By pamVerified Purchaser from va on 3/27/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Flattering, Good Fit
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

i love this suit it make big gurl look good

 
Not What I Expected
By Shopper 1Verified Purchaser from Boerne,Texas on 3/21/2008
Waist:
Feels too small
Cons:
Poor Fit
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

For a hefty,full busted lady the fit just isn't right for one reson or another.Too tight around the bust and hit area.

 
Have to exchange this suit.
By SusanVerified Purchaser from Los Angeles, CA on 3/16/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit
Cons:
Poor Coverage

Bought this for my mother. She said it's a pretty suit and fits, but it reveals too much cleavage for her comfort level. She said it would be lovely on younger women and would recommend it to them. She wants me to exchange it for the swimdress with the princess seams which isn't lowcut on the chest. (She has one already and loves it.)

 
Very flattering!
By Mary SunshineVerified Reviewer from USA on 3/12/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach
Describe Yourself:
Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is the nicest swim suit I have ,I'm ordering all the colors!
It covers you up nicely ,but still sharp looking.

 
Nice swimdress
By Lady DiVerified Purchaser from Woodworth, LA on 3/11/2008
Waist:
Feels too big
Pros:
Flattering
Best Uses:
Casual Swimming
Describe Yourself:
Athletic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Would be sharp looking at the beach or pool!

 
I would buy this product!
By Ann the swimmerVerified Purchaser from Alexandria, VA on 3/4/2008
Waist:
Feels true to size
Pros:
Attractive Design, Flattering, Good Fit, High Quality
Best Uses:
At The Beach, Casual Swimming, Hot Tub, Sauna, Steam Room
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I love the way the swimsuit fits me! I look great in it!

 
odd fitting don't buy
By LuLuVerified Purchaser from san jose, ca on 2/28/2008
Waist:
Feels too small
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Poor Fit
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I plan to return the product. The fit is very odd, too large in the bust, too tight in the waist, too large in the rear and too long. I really liked the look, but the fit is bad, at least for me.

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