- PHPatricia H.Verified ReviewerReviewingBeacon One Piece: BlackI do not recommend this productUsual Size Worn SMHeight 5'3 - 5'5Body Type AthleticWhat bra size do you typically wear? 34CSize Purchased SMRated 1 out of 5 stars4 minutes agoLOVE this swimsuit, only one-star because the Melon Stripe w. Watermelon color is SEE-THRU when wet!!!
I've swam in the Beacon Pro for years and absolutely love it. It's the best lap swimsuit I've ever tried. (For ref, I'm 5' 3, size SM, 34C cup, ~120-125 lbs, and I swim a mile at least 3-4X per week. It holds up forever.) I also wore the Beacon Pro (in black) while pregnant, swimming all the way up until 40 weeks and 2 days (it still fit, more or less!). So, in my post partum return to the pool this summer, I opted for the Melon Stripe w. Watermelon color thinking it'd be a fun way to depart from my usual black color. (New mom trying to be cool, I guess, hah.) But today, I got out of the pool at the Y and to my shock and embarrassment, it was see-through! I'm talking: breast pads visible, belly button visible, etc. It was awful. Can't recco this suit enough, but stick to the darker colors and patterns, unless you want to put on a show. Eek!
In good news, I reached out to customer service and they issued me a store credit. They don't plan to restock the darker colors this summer, sadly, so I guess I'll have to wait until next year or try something else for this season. I'm a Carve Designs die-hard when it comes to lap swimsuits, so I'm sure I'll find something. Long story short: if you're thinking about the melon color, skip it.
FitRated 0.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2Small True to Size BigWas this helpful? - SRStephanie R.Verified BuyerReviewingBeacon One Piece: BlackUsual Size Worn MDHeight 5' - 5'2Body Type Curvy / BustyWhat bra size do you typically wear? 36CSize Purchased MDRated 3 out of 5 stars1 week agoCheeky
I bought this swimsuit years ago and wore it out. I was excited to see it was still sold by Carve, but this time it is way cheekier than when i bought it 5-7 years ago. It constantly gives me a wedgie. Love the swimsuit otherwise. But kind of hard to love a suit that I'm not comfortable in.
FitRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2Small True to Size BigWas this helpful? - JCJoanne C.Verified BuyerReviewingBeacon One Piece: Setsail w. AquamarineUsual Size Worn SM D/DDHeight 5'3 - 5'5Body Type HourglassWhat bra size do you typically wear? 34DDSize Purchased SM D/DDRated 3 out of 5 stars1 month agoBeacon One Piece:Setsail w. Aquamarine
The color is great. The fit for me needed more support on sides/back for bust especially once suit would be in water there would be too much give. I would love if this configuration would address the strap/side/back issue. Thank you for asking.
FitRated 1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2Small True to Size BigWas this helpful? - RKRegina K.Verified BuyerReviewingBeacon One Piece: BlackI do not recommend this productUsual Size Worn SMHeight 5'6 - 5'8Body Type TallWhat bra size do you typically wear? 34ASize Purchased SMRated 2 out of 5 stars2 months agoNot what I had hoped for
I really love the style of this suit, at least how it looks on the model. I ordered a small tall. I have a long torso, I’m a smidge shorter than 5’8” and I’m around 120lbs. I’m pretty flat chested, small waist, but have a decent curve in my hips and more of a bootie than the woman modeling. This suit gave me a wedgie as soon as I moved around. It wasn’t very form fitting, had a higher neckline than I thought it would, felt loose up top, and overall it just fell short of what I wanted it to be. I’m a 40 year old active mom who exercises. I’m moving around with kids. I just knew this wouldn’t work, especially on my bootie.
FitRated 1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2Small True to Size BigWas this helpful?CDCarve Designs2 months agoHi Regina! We're sorry to hear the Beacon One Piece didn't work out quite right for you. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your detailed feedback about the fit, as this helps other customers and our team understand how the Beacon works for different body types. If you'd like some advice on other suit styles that might work better for you, our customer service team is here to help - [email protected]. 🩵
- LBLinda B.Verified BuyerReviewingBeacon One Piece: Surfside w. NightdiveUsual Size Worn MD D/DHeight 5'6 - 5'8Body Type AverageWhat bra size do you typically wear? 34DSize Purchased MD D/DRated 3 out of 5 stars2 months agoLove the suit and pattern
Love the suit and pattern, but the straps run tight.
FitRated -1.0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2Small True to Size BigWas this helpful?CDCarve Designs2 months agoHi Linda! We're so glad you love the suit and pattern - the Surfside with Nightdive combo is one of our favorites! We're sorry to hear the straps run a bit tight for you. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. If you'd like some advice on adjusting the fit or other suit styles that might work better for you, our customer service team is here to help - [email protected]. 🩵
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