Have you got sand and surf in your plans? Or simply swimming laps and relaxing in the steam room? Whether you require get-around gear for the beach or pool, you’ll find a wide variety of men’s and women’s swimwear and accessories at these Calgary shops.
Featuring three Calgary locations, Swimco is Western Canada’s go-to boutique for stylish, high-quality swimwear for men and women. Shop staff will help you find the right suit — top and bottom — to fit your shape just right. Also find beachwear from dresses and cover ups to T-shirts and shorts.
La Vie En Rose is a Canadian lingerie company that carries a wide selection of bathing suits. While it doesn't offer a wide selection of women’s suits to fit larger cup sizes, the boutique does feature a great selection of suits, bikini skirts and beach-appropriate active wear as well as accessories such as straw hats and sandals.
The Bay has a great selection of women’s one- and two-piece bathing suits in a range of styles, sizes and prices. Also find tunic cover ups, beach pants, board shorts and more. For men, find swim trunks in a variety of cuts as well as board and swim shorts.
Love vintage and pinup-style clothing? Visit Blame Betty for ultra-cool, vintage-style one- and two-piece bathing suits. And while these saucy suits sport the look of yesteryear, they feature the stretch and comfort of modern bathing-suit fabrics.
Shapes ‘N Figures carries over 8,000 bathing suits at any given time. The shop features women’s swimsuits in sizes six through 26 and up to cup size J. Also find cruise wear and sarong skirts.
A lingerie shop located on Edmonton Trail just south of the Trans Canada Highway, Bratopia also carries swimwear. Tops and bottoms are sold separately, and styles include tankini, bandeau, halter and one-piece. Brands include Curvy Kate, Panache Swim, Fantasie Swim, Prima Donna Swim and Sea Folly.