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Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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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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Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

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Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
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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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Fashion Advice, Swimwear · June 21, 2023

Universal Standard Swimwear Review

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Universal Standard Swimwear Review

Several weeks ago, Universal Standard reached out asking if I would like to try their upcoming swimwear collection. The collection was so new, they didn't even have photos of the products, just drawings. As a Universal Standard ambassador since 2017 and a regular customer of the brand, I was excited to hear they were launching swimsuits and said yes. I chose the one-piece in what looked like a highlighter yellow color (one of my favorites). The suit arrived, I've worn it to the pool, swam some laps and did some somersaults to provide a detailed Universal Standard swimwear review.

Universal Standard Swimwear Review
Wearing The Swimsuit from Universal Standard in size XS with an old Chico's ruana seen in this capsule wardrobe, this Printfresh tote (use WARDROBE_OXYGEN for 15% off), and an old Lack of Colour hat (previously seen here)

Universal Standard Swimwear Review

As mentioned, I have been wearing Universal Standard since 2017. While I do get the occasionally opportunity to receive free product in exchange for social media promotion, I am not paid by the brand to do any sort of content here on Wardrobe Oxygen. While Universal Standard has a great range of diverse models, most of them are far taller than I (5'3″). Knowing that I am the average height of a woman in the United States, I figure me modeling Universal Standard clothes may be helpful to others so I want to have these reviews as shopping resources.

Universal Standard's Swimwear Collection

The entire Universal Standard swimwear collection is now available. This is a limited edition collection which means there is a limited number of pieces available. However, if the Universal Standard Swimwear collection does well, it may be restocked and/or updated with improvements and additional styles. Thinking of Universal Standard's linen collection, it has returned for three summers, each time having some of the original pieces but also switching it up with new silhouettes and colors just for that year. I can see Universal Standard's swimsuit collection to be similar.

Universal Standard Swimwear Review

The Universal Standard swimwear collection is available in the brand's full size range of 4XS (00/0) to 4XL (38/40). There is The Swimsuit (which I received), a swim dress, a swim shortie, two different styles of separate bottoms, and three styles of separate tops (one which is a tank).

Most styles of Universal Standard Swimwear are available in more than one color and I have found that the pieces perfectly color match other items from Universal Standard. For example, the Bright Melon swimsuit matches the Bright Melon swim shorts and the Bright Melon Thames Fog top. I have seen folks on social media wear the suit with the Bright Melon linen shirt and it too looks like a perfect match.

Universal Standard Swimwear Review

I am 5'3″ with a 36 F chest. I never buy non-cup sized swimwear because of my bust. Being over 40, having my body change over the years due to activity, lifestyle, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and more, my curves are soft and blessed by gravity. I have only found cup-sized swimwear to provide the lift and support I desire and I like a thicker suit with layers or “tummy control” to support my belly and subtly lift my rear. I didn't have high hopes for Universal Standard's swimsuits which have neither tummy control nor cup sizes.

Does the Universal Standard Swimwear Fit Large Busts?

Universal Standard Swimwear Review
Showing the innovation and technology in the bust area of the Universal Standard The Swimsuit

I was pleasantly surprised. The Swimsuit (Universal Standard's most traditional one-piece) is not bra-sized, but well covered and supported my bust. The swimsuit has a shelf bra design with an elastic band below the bust, sewn-in soft cups for shaping, and side panels made of a power mesh that keep the breasts from sliding into one's armpits while offering support. The design completely covered my breasts; no extreme cleavage and no side boob!

How is the Universal Standard Swimwear Designed?

Universal Standard Swimwear Review
Showing the beige power mesh that lines the entire swimsuit

The entire suit is lined in this power mesh. It's a tight knit that stretches but doesn't stretch out. Putting on the suit I was impressed by how this fabric contained me without being restrictive. It's not like a Miraclesuit which really compresses, but it contained more than Summersalt or Andie swimsuits.

back view of The Swimsuit
Showing the back view of The Swimsuit. This is the bow it was tied in when I received it. The straps slide through those two loops but I didn't find the loops shifted when wearing.

The straps are wide, and go through loops that connect to the sides of the suit, and then can be tied to adjust the strap length but also the tightness of the bust area. You can play with where the straps lie on the suit to customize the fit; think like having one set of hooks for a corset (but much softer and more comfortable).

Is the Universal Standard Swimwear Adjustable?

The straps, even with the suit cinched for my short self, didn't dig in. My big bust is used to having neck pain at the end of the day from straps doing the hard lifting; this suit is so well designed the straps don't have to dig in to hold things in place.

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I tied the suit in a bow before putting it on. I did have my sister adjust the back of the suit before this photo, as the ties did get a bit tangled when I put it on. However, if I looked in the mirror I likely could have done it myself. I've seen some on Instagram just tie it in a knot; that would likely be easier to adjust on one's own than all the loops of a bow.

The suit comes tied in a pretty bow. I recommend trying it on without untying to see if you need to adjust the straps. Then remove the suit, untie and adjust the straps and retie before putting back on. This isn't like those viral social media suits that you yank the strings to cinch the suit; I think it would be pretty hard to tie the suit while wearing it. Even with the straps shortened, you can still get in and out of the suit as easily as any other one-piece bathing suit.

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I wore the suit to the pool. I dove in the water, did somersaults, swam a lap or two, and in general had a fun hour in the pool. Nothing shifted, the suit didn't bag out or collect water, and the ties on the back didn't annoy me. My daughter said they'd fill with water and look like pillows, but it “wasn't weird or anything.” I climbed out of the deep end via the ladder and didn't have to do any adjustment to ensure everything was covered.

Issues with Universal Standard Swimwear

I only have two issues with The Swimsuit from Universal Standard, and I wonder if both would be remedied with a different one in a different color.

Issues with Universal Standard Swimwear
My tattoo showing through the wet swimsuit, but it's not so sheer you see my buttcrack or other more intimate parts.

The Bright Melon is a gorgeous highlighter color, but like many light colored swimsuits, even when lined, it can be sheer. It covered the private bits I didn't want to show through a swimsuit, but you could see my black graphic tattoo that is on my hip/lower back. Also with the lighter color is was more obvious to see the shape of my nipples and the dent of my belly button. I think any of the other colors would fare better wet than this one; I wish I got the orange or green as I think I would have felt more covered.

Bright Melon swimsuit
After swimming, I sat on a lounge chair and saw part of the power mesh lining was showing on one cup of The Swimsuit. This also happened while the suit was dry.

The other issue is that I had one cup's edge fold over, exposing the power mesh. I was able to adjust the suit to cover it back up, but it would sometimes pop out again. The power mesh is beige and very close to my skintone so it didn't really show on me, but not all people are the same color I am. Some topstitching would prevent this from happening; it's the kind of detail I wouldn't be surprised is added if they relaunch swimwear next summer. Also this may just be an issue that happened with manufacturing this one suit and may not be an issue on others. I look forward to seeing it on more influencers and non-models.

Is the Universal Standard Swimwear Worth It?

Universal Standard Swimwear Review

Universal Standard's swimwear collection is not cheap. I have had many on Instagram and in the Wardrobe Oxygen Community share their shock at the pricetag. However, I want to explain how freaking REVOLUTIONARY these suits are. This swimsuit, while not perfect, is the same design whether you wear a size 0 or a size 40, whether you're an A cup or an H cup, whether you are shaped more like an apple, a pear, a starfruit, a triangle, a hexagon, or a cloud of fog. Dude, that takes some serious design, technology, trial, error, and passion.

Universal Standard swimsuits

Name another brand that is so size-inclusive and so passionate about it that they didn't create a separate design for half the size range. Name another brand that offers all the styles and all the colors to all the sizes. No ending the cool colors and patterns at size 12, no limiting the plus size and large busted to basic black and maybe a tropical floral print, no having the plus option be a completely different design, no deciding who can and who cannot wear a sexy suit, a practical suit, a versatile suit, a suit that makes them feel great.

Universal Standard size-inclusive swimsuits
Different people all wearing the same swimsuit from Universal Standard

Seriously, let this soak in. Look at these different bodies, all wearing the same exact suit I am wearing. And we all look great in it. That is, pardon my French, fucking fantastic. It is so fantastic it is why I am not raging about how the pale-colored suit I chose shows my tattoo and belly button. It's why I continue to share Universal Standard, wear Universal Standard, and buy Universal Standard. The brand is not perfect, and the prices are not low, but damn if other brands would try just a bit to be as inclusive and innovative, this would be a much more wonderful world to live in.

neon yellow swimsuit

While I will be keeping this neon yellow swimsuit for a romantic getaway with my husband, I am excited for Universal Standard swimwear. I can't wait to see it on other bodies, hear how the other designs fit and work, and hope that Universal Standard brings it back next summer with even more versatility, innovation, color, and fun.

Update: I know captions aren't easy to read, so I am sharing my outfit details again. I am wearing The Swimsuit from Universal Standard in size XS with an old Chico's ruana seen in this capsule wardrobe, this Printfresh tote (use WARDROBE_OXYGEN for 15% off), and an old Lack of Colour hat (previously seen here). Chico's doesn't have this same ruana, but they do have a great selection each year of kimonos and ruanas cute with a tank and jeans or with a swimsuit; I have a few. Here's a link to their latest collection.

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  1. Allison says

    June 24, 2023 at 10:02 pm

    I got the twist bikini top in my usual size (XS) and it was *almost* perfect. I’m pretty busty (34G) and the bottom was a little too close to showing some under boob. Maybe there needs to be a bit more length on the top? I would have had to keep adjusting with the xs. Everywhere else was almost perfect so I didn’t feel sizing up was an option.

    Good for US for giving swimwear a go!

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  2. RoseAG says

    June 23, 2023 at 11:38 am

    It’s a nice looking suit.
    I get that it’s not ‘cup-sized’ but with the soft bra it’s got structure.
    I think the back tie is a clever and attractive way to offer adjustment potential. It wouldn’t surprise me if some would secure the bow with a safety pin.
    I wonder whether a reviewer with darker skin tone would find that their tatoo showed through. I’m thinking yours is high contrast against your skin tone and more likely to show through.

    Reply
  3. Chris says

    June 21, 2023 at 11:50 pm

    “Shaped like a starfruit”. That’s choice. Your other shape descriptions were fun too.

    Speaking of US, I am really liking their dresses. I am trying to decide if I should go ahead and purchase.

    Reply
  4. Bonnie Grove says

    June 21, 2023 at 2:58 pm

    I love this one-piece! One question on fit… with swimwear I tend to go up a size because, well just because I don’t want to be crammed into my swimsuit. Is the XS the size you normally would order in US? Thanks for all the great info & a fabulous review!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 21, 2023 at 5:08 pm

      I vary between S and XS with US choosing XS for stretchy knit things. I have in the past been burned by too large swimwear and intimates for reviews and thought with this better to go small than large so it won’t sag in the water. I think a larger size would have been too large for my body.

      Reply
  5. Grace says

    June 21, 2023 at 9:40 am

    I’m team Universal Standard for life, for lots of things… wearing US leggings + denim tunic right now!!
    Love this review, and I’ll be excited to see this collection evolve.

    Reply
  6. Mimi says

    June 21, 2023 at 9:35 am

    I really appreciate this review detail as I appreciate a good suit and the innovation and style of US. Would love to see you model the other suits.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 21, 2023 at 5:09 pm

      I actually asked if I could get more than one suit and offered all sorts of promotion in exchange. They said they wished they could but because it’s limited edition they wanted to minimize gifting and keep the product for the customers. I respect that decision so I chose the suit style and color I thought I’d enjoy the most.

      Reply
  7. Jane says

    June 21, 2023 at 9:26 am

    Thanks for this review-you made a compelling case for shelling out $$ for a swimsuit. I’m a similar size and short on time these days, and the colors are gorgeous! Oredered!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 21, 2023 at 5:10 pm

      I hope you love it! Be sure to report back and share your thoughts once it arrives!

      Reply
  8. Linda says

    June 21, 2023 at 8:53 am

    “Blessed by gravity.” I like that.

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      June 21, 2023 at 10:11 am

      I was coming here to say just that!!

      Reply
  9. Bette says

    June 21, 2023 at 8:22 am

    Love the PrintFresh bag and the [??] kimono. The colors are gorgeous together!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 21, 2023 at 8:28 am

      The coverup is from Chico’s last year. It was featured in this capsule wardrobe: https://www.wardrobeoxygen.com/fire-island-capsule-wardrobe/

      Reply
    • Leu2500 says

      June 21, 2023 at 8:32 am

      Old Chicos. Alison did a summer to fall transition capsule featuring it. If you click on “fashion” at the top right of the front page, then “capsule” & scroll down, you’ll see it.

      But also, Chico’s has pieces like that most of the time, so they might have something current that you’ll like.

      Reply
      • Bette says

        June 21, 2023 at 9:08 am

        So nice, thanks for the info, which I see Alison also provided — love the combo of prints and colors and fabrics!

        Reply
  10. Marie says

    June 21, 2023 at 8:06 am

    I really love your coverup!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      June 21, 2023 at 8:29 am

      Thank you, it’s Chico’s. It’s from last year but I updated the post with a link to when I wore it before and Chico’s current selection of similar pieces.

      Reply

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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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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! 🐅🍃🥰

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