I’ve been so excited about this giveaway for some time now; as evidenced by the length of this post. Lime Ricki provided our entire family with swimsuits this year & I’m completely sold on them. So sold. Lime Ricki is a local company started a few years ago that provides the world with comfortable, no-fuss swimwear. I think I went to high school with the sisters that started the whole thing. I couldn’t tell you for sure.
These suits are designed & manufactured in the U.S. with great attention to quality & detail. My incredibly talented friend, Alma, is the woman behind all of the bright, fantastic prints. The suit I have just screams Alma! I love that I have my very own Alma Loveland print in my wardrobe. And may I add, it’s a pipe dream of mine to have my designs on clothing. I’m so excited that Alma’s already there!
Hands down, this is the best-fitting suit I’ve owned since I spent all of my allowance money on a teal striped suit from Gap when I was 9. I love that LR has suits for every female figure from flat to curvaceous to pregnant. Just this year they’ve introduced a girl’s line AND a men’s line! The girl’s line offers a range of different tops, bikini bottoms, rash guards and shorts (I bought shorts for Felix!). The men’s line is simple and ingenius; they offer a range of lengths from board shorts to euro trousers. Ever since our excursion to Brazil several years ago, I’ve been sold on short shorts for men. Chris has awesome legs, so I like it when he shows them off.
I love that P & F are both looking at us like, “what? you do that still? Gross.”
My suit is fabulous and fully-lined (as are all of their suits). I never have to adjust the bosoms & I feel perfectly covered & secure. The shorts are AH-mazing. Last year I was plotting to make my own high-waisted boy shorts, but that never happened. While these have yet to be high waisted (that would be such a fab option, next year perhaps?) they’re the perfect length. They’re longer than most boy shorts & cut off just below the most unflattering part of the leg. The waistband is incredibly comfortable & perfectly constructed. I honestly LOVE my suit. No need to hide behind a cover up in this baby. I still made one anyway, though. Like it? (I’ll post better pics later)
Penelope’s suit is equally fabulous. The bottoms stay put as does the top. I love the orange & pink color combo! She loves wearing it, too.
Chris’s swim trunks are the best length. I originally got the square cut shorts for him, but Chris has very burly thighs from doing crazy heavy squats & deadlifts 3 times a week. I’m sure the 180lb Chris would’ve loved them, but the 210lb Chris found the legs to be a bit too tight. So an FYI, if your hubby has brauny thighs, go for the mid-length suit. Even then, Lime Ricki offers free shipping on all exchanges. They really stand behind their suits, as do I.
Since I loved their suits so much, I picked up a pair of boy shorts (made for girls) for Felix. I figure the red color makes ’em pretty gender neutral. They fit him perfectly. He’s my mini euro hipster with his little ‘speedo’.
Their separates are available for $30-$40 per piece which can be a splurge at $60 per suit, but they’re well worth it for the quality, style & original prints! If you’re an occasional swimmer like me, they’re the suits that last a few swim seasons. Currently they have some of last year’s swim pieces on sale in the $10-$20 range, which is a steal. My honest advice: even if you’re not going the tankini route this summer, be sure to stock up on their bottoms. You’ll be glad you did.
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What a perfect giveaway! All the suits are great but I love the Odessa Tankini for myself and the Winnie Tankini for my little one.
the patterns are so fab – i couldn’t even choose just one for a tank top. BUT, i live in spain where the tanning is topless! so lucky me, i just need a fab, anti-muffin-top bottom – like this: http://www.limericki.com/WOMEN/BRIEFS/TEAL-CLASSIC-BOTTOMS
love!
Those are so sweet! It’s hard to find good swimsuits! I love the auburn tankini top and the yellow boy shorts! :)
Oh my gosh you guys are the cutest! Love the last family picture. ha. I’d pick the olympia or augustina top with some coordinating bottoms.
the auburn tankini top is too too cute
I’d totally love to win this for my sister. Probably the Adelaide top
I would get the Alexandria tankini top and white briefs. Super cute, and since I’m more of an apple shape, I think it would keep me all together well (if you know what I mean) : ) It’s terribly hard to find a swimsuit that fits me right!
Outside of the contest (I’m not trying to be a suck-up!), Melissa, I love your site. I think I’ve gone through it five times in the last week, checking your updates! So adorable, and I love your taste in fashion!
– Jenn
I would either get the victoria one-piece or something for my husband. He’s in more need of a new suit than I am.
Thanks!
They’re all so stinkin cute but I’m in love w that Auburn tank!! It looks so chicky on you and I’d love one for myself! Thanks Melissa for the opportunity!
I would do the Charlotte tankini top and yellow briefs. I love that combo!
Ooooh I love these! Thanks for introducing me to some fabulous new suits! I LOVE the Odessa tankini!!
So hard to choose! I think I would get the Gingham shorts and the Alexandria top. Such a great giveaway!
i LOVE the Merlin tankini top with the classic green bottoms.
I love the beverly tankini top and I’d pair it with the pink or red boy shorts!
I am in love with the Odessa, plus that is what I want to name a baby girl one day. But after looking at the description I think I would go with the beverly tankini top, It’s the same print but better for my shape and I would still pair it with those cutest black/white striped bottoms! I hope I win!! Love me some Lime Ricki!
The Madison top with teal bottoms- I’d love to rock that at the pool!
I adore the Dakota tankini top! I hardly ever see plaid swim suits, and this top would be a great piece to wear this summer! I love the little tie in the back too. These bathing suits have very colorful prints that would be great for the summer!
that’s a tough choice. they are all pretty! i think either merin or auburn though.
btw, i got your email. we are still thinking about it. thanks for the info! :)
I love the Auburn tankini & the basic brief in teal suit! They’re all so cute! :D
oh. my. goodness! the auburn tankini top is *obvs* adorable, but i also love the beverly & savannan tankini tops. in reality i’d probably have to go with the savannah top to ensure maximum boob coverage (which is no small feat). i’d go with gray boy shorts either way…imagine the gray with those beverly roses?! tres chic, oh la la :)
It is so hard to choose! But, I would probably pick the Augustina or the Auburn. I so love that all of their styles are so modest! I have the hardest time finding a suit I am willing to wear at the pool with my hubby and kids that I wouldn’t be tugging or pulling at!
love the shelby top with briefs!
i am all set in the bathing suit department, so i think i’d get the grey boardies for the huz. he needs a new suit badly!!! it looks like such a cute company. i hope i win! :)
I really love the men’s suits! I would probably choose the mid length shorts for my boyfriend because I don’t think he’s had a proper pair of trunks in 10 years! And he also lifts at the gym so most don’t fit his thighs–glad you had a tester!
Oh boy…I am in desperate need of a good swimming suit! I love the savannah tankini top!
Wow, they are all so beautiful!! I absolutely love the Sydney tankini. Its so cute! Love the ruffles!
I would defintely get the http://www.limericki.com/WOMEN/TANKINI-TOPS/Savannah-Tankini-Top or even something cute for my little Bergen. I love how lime ricki gives you tips on matching the swimsuits together or how bust sizes fits! Thanks!
I love Limi Ricki as well, all their stuff is adorable. My favorite suit is the Mesa Tankini. Love all the pattern mixing on it. http://www.limericki.com/WOMEN/TANKINI-TOPS/Mesa-Tankini-Top
I need a new swimsuit so so so bad!! I really hope I win. I seriously love them all!
These are awesome! I would get the navy trunks or the gray trunks for my man who is in desperate need of some swim wear! Thanks for the chance Melissa!
I really love the Victoria one piece, and I’m in need of a new suit!!
Melissa, I have to win. My body NEEDS a gorgeous swim suit. I’d pick the delancey one-piece. It’s darling!
Thanks for exposing me to some cute suits. Even if I don’t win, I’ll probably order one!
You know, as much as I love their tankini tops, I am in dire need of a rash guard (suuuper sunburn prone freckled girl over here). I love their rash guard in gray!
I have a crush on the Georgia top- and some delightful boy shorts for sure! Yay Lime Ricki!!
My goodnes, I LOVE, LOVE the victoria one piece. I hope I have a chance o wear it!
Well, doesn’t OHS produce overachievers…(yourself included.)
If I won, I’d rock the Shelby tankini top and some neon green bottoms.
I really love the Victoria one piece! I don’t usually go for one pieces, but it is just gorgeous!
i love lime ricki!
i got a wonderful swimmer a few years ago,
and have been longing for another.
I love the victoria one piece!
yellow and grey were my wedding colors :)
i’d love to win one of these!
You won’t believe this–or maybe you will. I went through all of the tankinis and decided I liked the same one you’re wearing. But they don’t have it in a medium. So my second choice is the Adelaide Tankini Top with a black skirt. I LOVE the ruffles!
We are going to Florida next week, and I tried to buy a new suit yesterday, and it just wouldn’t work out. There were only super hot cleavage ones (yes, I have that problem), but nothing mommy-friendly. I certainly need a new suit! I just might have to buy one of these for myself, even if I don’t win!
I’m really in need of a new suit! I love the Victoria or London one pieces. So cute and flattering.
http://www.limericki.com/women/tankini-tops/mesa-tankini-top
so cute!
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The Dakota tankini is so cute….but I love so much it was hard to choose!
I love the Delancey one-piece! Polka dots are my favorite.
I love the augustina tankini top. It is not too loud but very pretty. With the teal bottoms or ruffle wrap skirt!
I love the madison top or the london one piece!!
I LOVE the AUBURN TANKINI TOP with the Yellow boyshorts.
I’ve wanted a suit from here FOR-EV-ER.
I love love love the carson one-piece. What a fun giveaway! Thanks!
The Dakota! Love the plaid! even if I don’t win, its already bookmarked.for purchase!
i loooooooove the london one piece!!!
FUN! I haven’t bought a new suite in almost two years, since my son was born. I love the tankini and one pieces- not boring or ‘old-lady’ at all! Either the Victoria or London one-piece, or the Olympia or Quincy tankini. Thanks for the giveaway!