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Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- The Unbelievable Lift Scoop Balconette: sexy, supportive, and so lightweight!

- The Embraceable Wireless: I’ve recommended this wireless bra for large busts for years and was in need for a new one! 

- The Stunning Support Smooth Balconette: this is the perfect t-shirt bra for large busts with padded straps and disappears under knits

- The Stunning Starlet Multi-Way Strapless: recently improved for more support and more comfort, this wireless bra stays put and gives fab shape

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Lipstick: @glossier 
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This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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A decade ago I was working full time in an office and was promoted to manage a good portion of my department. My blog was doing quite well, I was featured in local and national publications and websites. I was embracing what I felt to be a polished professional with an edgy vibe. Less color, more interesting accessories, and my first semi-designer bag (I still have that leopard print mini M.A.C. In the back of my closet). 

I have come to embrace color and have way less black in my closet now, but a lot of these looks are timeless and I would wear now… just likely with lower heels! 😂

Do you recall what you were wearing a decade ago? How similar is it to how you dress now?

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Fashion Advice, Swimwear · August 4, 2022

IMO the Best Wwimsuit for Women Over 40

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Wardrobe Oxygen wearing the Lands' End Tugless Tank in black with a straw fedora and aviator sunglasses. She is standing on the beach with her dog on a leash.
I look at the camera, my dog looks at the ocean!

We may have back to school being shoved down our throats, but there are still a few weeks before Labor Day, and anyone near a lake or beach will have weeks after that where they're enjoying the warm weather and cool water. I just got back from a beach vacation and had a good opportunity to assess my swimsuit collection. One suit I took on this trip, and last year's trip too. I consider it to be the best swimsuit for women over 40 and pretty much any grown-ass woman. It continues to be a winner year after year for me and many of you in the Wardrobe Oxygen Community. It is the Lands' End Tugless Tank. I have owned a variation of this swimsuit for over a decade, and considering I'm 47, that's proof it's great for us over 40 as well as pretty much any age!

This post was updated for 2022 with new links and offerings from Lands' End. I love this suit so much and have been trying on spring and summer clothing and re-tried this suit and still love it. I just HAD to share it… especially since at the time of writing this Lands' End is having a sale!

What is the Best Swimsuit for Women over 40?

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Talk about variety! And to think this is only some of the prints and styles currently available for the Lands' End Tugless Tank!

This swimsuit I am wearing in these photos isn't my first Tugless Tank from Lands' End; I think this is my fourth. It's not like the old ones wore out, these suits wear like iron. It's just that over time my body changed, my tastes changed, or I succumbed to influencer pressure and felt I needed something bolder, brighter, and exposing less skin.

As an influencer who uses her platform as a way to normalize bodies that look like mine, I don't mind showing skin in pictures or in real life. I'll rock a bikini at the beach or community pool happily. I love color, I love print, I love showing that every body, regardless of size, shape, age, or ability, looks amazing in what swimwear makes them feel great.

But as I mentioned in a previous blog post, I am not the same person I was last year, and surely not the same person I was in 2019 (AKA PrePan). The current me wants to dress for herself, which means comfort and joy. In some parts of my life, that means bold prints and bright colors, and cool silhouettes. In others, such as swimwear, that means chic and practical… just like the Lands' End Tugless Tank.

You may also like: summer getaway capsule wardrobe featuring the Lands' End Tugless Tank

Is this the best swimsuit for women over 40? Alison of Wardrobe Oxygen models the Lands' End Tugless tank in black. She is standing on the beach facing to the right and is smiling at the camera.

Why Is The Lands' End Tugless Tank so Perfect?

I was chatting with my sister who is a different shape, size, and height from me and she shared how much she too loved the Tugless Tank. I was reading comments in the Wardrobe Oxygen Community on Facebook and multiple readers across the country, of different sizes and ages and personal styles were raving about this suit. And I think how I also have it and think it's pretty perfect.

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Why is this swimsuit perfect? Because it looks simple but it is quite innovative. What appears to be a run-of-the-mill tank-style one-piece swimsuit comes in multiple variations to accommodate short torsos, long torsos, plus sizes (up to 26W in regular and long torso), those who have had a mastectomy, those with a larger bust, and an option for those who prefer a little tummy control. They even have a long-sleeved version that still has the built-in bust support.

The Lands' End Tugless Tank is chlorine resistant. Seriously, you can spend all summer in the pool, even forget to rinse your suit after laps, and it will still be the same color come Labor Day. It also resists breakdown from sun, sweat, and other environmental factors. The fabric is UPF 50; The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends it as an effective UV protectant only for covered areas.

Why is it called Tugless? Because it is the first swimsuit I have ever owned where I haven't had to pull out a wedgie after swimming laps or going down a water slide or playing in the surf. Where the straps stay in place, no matter what. Made with LYCRA® Xtra Life™ spandex, this suit will last 10X as long as other swimsuits, and will hold its shape after multiple wears.

Alison in the Lands' End Tugless Tank swimsuit in black. She is standing on the beach with her hand on her head laughing to the camera.

Is the Lands' End Tugless Tank Good for Large Busts?

As someone with a large bust, I struggle to find suits that will not only fit my chest, but give it great shape while staying in place even if I do a flip turn. The Lands' End Tugless Tank is always secure; I can even dive into the deep end and know I won't be underwater trying to slip everything back in place before I come up for air.

The Lands' End Tugless Tank comes in cup sizes (regular, D, DD, and DDD). For regular you have the choice of soft cup, shelf bra, or just lined. For the D-DDD sizes, you have a soft cup. And unlike some other swimsuits I've gotten with weirdly shaped soft cups that are visible on the outside, these are virtually invisible while providing support, shape, and modesty.

You may also like: the best swimsuits for large busts

Alison standing on the beach in a black Lands End Tugless tank with her hands on her hips looking off into the distance.
For reference, I am wearing a size 12 DDD in the Lands' End Tugless Tank.

Is this the best swimsuit for women over 40?

Let's be honest, trendy swimsuits are a lot of fun, but there is something to be said for a classic maillot at any age. While I currently own this suit in black, in the past I owned the Lands' End Tugless Tank in other colors and some of their fun prints. Some provide a more athletic vibe, others are feminine and flirty prints, and Lands' End always carries a range of solid suits in classic neutrals as well as pops of color.

Oh, the best part of the Lands' End Tugless Tank? It is always under $100, and Lands' End regularly has sales where you can get it for much less. With department store swim brands heading towards $200 for a basic suit, it's nice to know you can get style, performance, and quality from Lands' End for way less!

What swimsuits for women are available off-season?

Again another reason to love the Lands' End Tugless Tank! While many retailers end or drastically reduce their swimwear selection after Labor Day, Lands' End offers this classic swimsuit in a range of sizes, colors, and features all year round!

Alison and her dog on the beach walking away from the camera
Can't write a review without a backview!

Fit Tips for the Lands' End Tugless Tank

I find that I do best going up one size if a swimsuit has tummy control, and down a size if it does not. I do not get the Lands' End Tugless Tank with tummy control, but there's nothing wrong if that makes you more comfortable. I am a size 14 in most brands; my Lands' End Tugless tank is a size 12.

As for the bust, I am a 36 F/G and after decades of weight fluctuation and years of breastfeeding my breasts require support. I find the DDD cup Lands' End Tugless Tank to offer enough support, left, and shape to feel confident, even to dive into the pool or just tie a towel or pareo around my waist.

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  1. Claire Weir says

    March 19, 2023 at 1:57 am

    I read your review of the landsend packable raincoat and I’m sold! I’ve been a landsend lover for decades now and I’m always surprised when I meet women my age who haven’t heard of them. Happy to see someone my age loving LE too.

    Reply
  2. Kim says

    August 7, 2022 at 12:59 pm

    I dug up this old review before taking the plunge (hee) and buying two tugless tanks during Lands End’s recent swimwear sale. I really wanted the hot pink color but it didn’t come in DDD cup – at $20, I said what the heck, and went for it. I just wanted to share that even though I was somewhat flattened in the chest, the suit still looked ok and fit well everywhere else. I just got back from a beach vaca in Maine, and the suit did not budge one bit in the rough surf. I’m excited to try the black one I purchased with the proper cup size soon!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 11, 2022 at 11:03 am

      That’s a great review, thank you Kim!

      Reply
  3. Melissa says

    August 6, 2022 at 12:57 pm

    I bought one of these a few weeks ago (in the tropical print). I am 58 and when I wear it I feel happy and athletic. Thanks for your recommendation! I love it for paddle boarding. No tug, indeed!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      August 11, 2022 at 11:03 am

      That’s fantastic, Melissa. I am so glad it works for you too!

      Reply
  4. Emily says

    August 5, 2022 at 11:37 am

    I LOVE my Lands End suits, and I LOVE that I can get at Kohls! Easy peasy returns!

    Reply
  5. Gelinda says

    August 5, 2022 at 9:53 am

    I didn’t spot an answer to an earlier question about apron belly hang. It’s always been a problem and weight loss at an older age has made it worse. Does the suit contain the floppy bits? Or does anyone have a recommendation for what does? I’m restricted to boy shorts for the moment.

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 5, 2022 at 10:00 am

      It doesn’t have tummy control, but it has a leg opening designed that it keeps everything in without looking frumpy. I have apron belly hang and love how this suit, even if I move a lot and maneuver in and out of kayaks and canoes, doesn’t shift and have bit spill out in front or in back.

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    • annieb says

      August 5, 2022 at 6:26 pm

      I also have apron belly fat (the one area I really hate on my body). I am a size 18w, 40DDD bust, hourglass shape, short height. This suit looks good on me, and I did not get the tummy control one. I think I could wear this out almost like a tank top, with a light shirt tossed over and shorts/skirt/jeans. Nothing will completely make the apron invisible, but this smooths things nicely, and I feel good in it.

      Reply
  6. Sadie says

    March 15, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    I’ve been wearing one of these in New Zealand for two years, alternating between rough surf and mineral-water hot tubs, and it’s holding up beautifully!

    Reply
  7. hmbalison says

    June 25, 2021 at 11:29 am

    I ordered the suit and it came yesterday. Fit like a dream, great quality. Just like you said, Allie! Thank you for the recommendation.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 25, 2021 at 3:52 pm

      I’m so glad!

      Reply
  8. Dawn says

    June 24, 2021 at 12:01 am

    I want to try this suit but real talk: will an ample tummy hang out the bottom or is there real coverage there? I choose swimdresses so I don’t have to worry about apron belly spill (and yay! I’m now old and confident enough to admit on a public board that I have an apron belly!). I’d love a regular tank!

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    • Alison Gary says

      August 5, 2022 at 10:01 am

      Not sure where my response went! I have some belly spill and while the version without tummy control won’t compress the stomach, everything stays inside the suit, even if you’re doing water sports and active things.

      Reply
      • Dawn says

        August 5, 2022 at 9:12 pm

        Thanks! And you taking time to make sure this was answered is dedication! I appreciate it.

        Reply
  9. Roberta Ling says

    June 22, 2021 at 7:31 am

    Yes, the Tugless Tank is great. However the past two years LE has not carried my size which is mastectomy 12 D cup. They can’t give me an explanation.

    Reply
  10. Grace says

    June 18, 2021 at 7:49 pm

    It looks awesome on you! I got one based on your recommendation and sadly it really doesn’t work for me. I am about 5’6, a size 6 and it just doesn’t flatter . But I will say it certainly stays put!

    Reply
  11. Alyssa says

    June 16, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    Just got one in Navy Ombre! We shall see how it turns out!

    Reply
  12. Kathleen says

    June 16, 2021 at 1:51 pm

    I ordered the long sleeve version in 2 sizes to see if it works for me. I’m committed to the apply sunscreen as infrequently as possible which means long sleeves in the water! I was sad by the size and color choices. No black in anything smaller than a 12 or larger than an 18. 🙁

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  13. Linda B says

    June 16, 2021 at 10:39 am

    I am a long time fan of Land’s Ends suits. I have a long torso; nothing works unless I get a bathing suit that takes this into account. I have three suits and he one I almost always choose to wear is the “Tugless tank” I got last September on clearance from Land’s End. I think I need another one. . . I’ve moved to a condo complex with a pool–and summer is loooong and hot in Arizona.

    Reply
  14. hmbalison says

    June 16, 2021 at 9:57 am

    I took the plunge and bought the tank in black. You look so comfortable in your photos and too often bathing suits and comfort don’t go together….

    Reply
  15. Ruth Slavid says

    June 16, 2021 at 9:01 am

    Is it just me? I know I have friends who disagree but when I am in a swimming costume, I don’t ‘want’ boobs. For a long time I looked longingly at costumes with a racer back and didn’t dare buy one, because I thought people would laugh that I wasn’t a strong enough swimmer to deserve one. But then I thought, what the hell – I’m a swimmer, because I swim. I now have two, from Zoggs. High neck, just a bit of elastic under the boobs and my 34E are squashed nicely in space and I don’t have to bother about them. I admit I don’t want to spend a lot of time lolling around in a costume – I hate the look of my legs coming out of it, and swim by imagining I am invisible. But anyway, who wants to burn – and covering up as soon as I am dry is less of a bore than putting on loads of sun cream? So for me, the idea of a swimming costume with cups etc. is anathema. Anyone else agree?

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    • Erin says

      June 16, 2021 at 9:10 am

      I 10000% agree!!! I hate that modern swimsuits present my breasts like two cupcakes. I want them smashed down and out of the way.

      Reply
    • Monica says

      June 16, 2021 at 9:23 am

      I think it depends on your chest size. I am a 34B and if I don’t have swimsuit with ‘soft cups’ I look like I’m 12. Well, no, I don’t. My legs and hips are clear testament that I have had children. Some things are just not meant to go back to their original size and position I suppose. But – suits with nothing to “help” up top make me flatter than a pancake. Interestingly, I like soft cups but I hate underwire in a swimsuit. I can understand why some need one for support – but I’d rather look like a pancake than deal with that contraption in a suit.

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      • Sabine Chabot says

        June 16, 2021 at 4:06 pm

        YES!!! All of what Monica said from a 40B who just turned 50 and has two teenage sons and the body to show for it. Though I also agree that I do not understand how anyone wants to swim with the contact danger of boobs floating out of the top …..

        Reply
  16. E says

    June 16, 2021 at 8:46 am

    As Kate said, I love the LE semaphore flag print this season. Bold! And colorful.

    I think I’m going to become the trendsetter who takes us back 100 years in beachwear, LOL. I just don’t think there’s any way I will ever feel comfortable exposing as much skin as in the past.

    If I’m swimming laps, I’ll wear my tugless tank. Otherwise, I’m leaning towards something more modest, maybe something linen and flowy. Like you, Allie, the 2021 version of me is different from my pre-pandemic one.

    Trying to feel ok about it all.

    Reply
  17. Hadilly says

    June 16, 2021 at 8:37 am

    Thank you! I just ordered a turquoise tank. I really appreciate your reviews and all the thought and hard work that goes into them.

    Reply
  18. Kate says

    June 16, 2021 at 8:31 am

    I bought my first one on your rec and it’s still in such great shape I don’t need another, but I’m eyeing their new semaphore flag print!

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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Aug 30

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Aug 29

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Aug 28

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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#usinthewild #bretonstripes #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

#printfresh #printfreshpajamas #printfreshpartner

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Aug 12

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Shuts laptop until Monday… #RehobothBeach

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