Holiday Shopping!

To those of you who like to avoid the holiday crowds we have great news! Beginning Black Friday we will be offering FREE SHIPPING on all of our products! STAY TUNED FOR MORE FUN STYLES!

We are back!

Hello Lovely Customers!

I am back in the saddle sewing creations. This time I am teaming up with my good friend Laura who is very excited to join me in sewing fun, modest fashions. Stay tuned for our latest. If you would like to join my mailing list just contact me in my shop.

www.blackandwhiteapparel.etsy.com

Last call for custom orders!!

I am wrapping up custom orders for a while so that I can calm things down before I have my baby in July. The last day I will accept a custom order is June 10th! So hurry and get your order in if you have been wanting a swimsuit! Please be aware that I will try to keep my swimwear in stock in several different styles. Check back periodically for new sizes posted.

Summer has finally appeared!

The best way to celebrate summer time is by laying pool side or taking a dip. Now is the time to order your swimsuit to take advantage of those uv rays! Let me know about your dream swimsuit and I will make it happen!

The Color Collection is complete!

To all of you who have been wanting some color this summer now my color collection has been updated. I will have model shots posted shortly, as well as tops and bottoms available separately. Also, if you have a fabric from my blog that you like feel free to tell me and I can do a custom order for you!

Prices just reduced!

To everyone out there who loves a good deal I just reduced my prices!  Happy Shopping!

The Color Collection will be available in the next week!

To all of those out there who would rather have some color on their swimsuit this season.  My Color Collection will be available in the next few days!  Stay tuned!

Free Shipping!!!!!

To all of you who hate paying for shipping I am offering free shipping via usps permanently in my shop!!

Swim tops and bottoms now sold separately!!

I decided that with the economy there are probably those out there who want to buy a swim top from me, but probably don't want to pay more than that right now.  I decided with the economy the way it is for people that selling my swimwear in separates gives people more choice in what they want to spend on a bathing suit.  Check out my swim bottoms, free shipping!

Spring Swimwear is here!

My Black and White Collection is here! The Color Collection is to come just next week!

How to take your measurements.

There are a lot of people out there who are unsure how to take their measurements when it comes to buying online.  Here are a few tips to get it right, and be happy with your purchase.

Most size charts are very basic with bust, waist, and hip measurements.

Get out that tape measure.  If you don't have one you can purchase one even at the grocery store in the sewing section.  

When taking your bust measurement you are measuring the largest part of your bust.  Bring the tape measure around your back and around the biggest part of your bust not holding it too tight or too loose.  Taking a couple of deep breaths and seeing where it lies is a good idea.

  

Taking the waist measurement is very confusing for people.  What you should be measuring is the smallest part of your waist.  Look in the mirror to make sure it is the smallest part of your waist you are measuring.  It varies for everyone.  If you are looking for swim bottoms and you know your natural waist falls very high, you will want to choose a slightly larger size for around the belly button area.  That way you will bet a better fit with your swim bottoms.  

Finally, taking your hip measurement is not around your hip- bones like a lot of people think.  It is actually the biggest part of your bum.  Using a mirror for this measurement is advised to make sure the tape measure is even all the way around.  

There you have taking your measurements in a nutshell.

What is your idea of true modesty in dress?

I would like to know what people view as modest when it comes to swimwear and clothing.  Your feedback would be much appreciated so that I know what kind of needs are out there for future lines.  Your comments on my blog are most welcome!

Spring/Summer swim suit line is almost here!

Sorry for the delay on my new swimwear line!  Weather has held up my photoshoot for sometime now.  Finally this week I will have my new swim styles available to order!  I will be posting them on my mannequin first and soon will have the model shots!  If you would like to join my mailing list and haven't done so yet please give me your name and e-mail address so that I can contact you with new styles of swimwear and clothing that I post :)

Free Swimsuit anybody?

I will be giving away a free swimsuit to one lucky recipient!  This lucky person will receive their swimsuit in any size, and any fabric they choose!  To be entered in the random drawing sign up for my free mailing list.   Contact me in my shop by sending me your e-mail address.  The address to my shop is esty.blackandwhiteapparel.com or click on the link just to the right.  The winner will be chosen at random March 30, 2009!  GOOD LUCK!

Who doesn't want free advertising?

I am searching for businesses similar to this one that promote modest clothing or just plain cool products.  I would be willing to do an advertising trade.  Contact me by sending me a conversation in my shop.

Suiting up for Spring!

Thinking of taking a vacation this time of year?  Why not go out in style with one of my swimsuits?  Be sure to check out my fabric samples.  Feel free to mix and match fabrics!  There are no limitations to your creativity!