Seamless, silky, soft to the skin. Meet BasicBAR. Basic, but not so basic. If you're tired of wearing thick and stifling shell dresses, this one's for you! With our ever expanding collections of shell and layering dresses, we've really got it all. But when we saw BasicBAR, we knew this is the cream! What we love (and we're sure you'll love too) about these shell dresses and slips is the ultimate comfort and breathability. Its super thin fabric ensures a seamless look. And it's made in the USA! Whether you're looking to layer or use this as the base of a dress, these versatile options and colors will work flawlessly. BasicBAR is available in sleeveless, long sleeve, and slip skirt versions.     The sleeveless style is available in two lengths, classic and tall. The classic version measures 38" from shoulder to hem and the tall version measures 40" from shoulder to hem. It's available in 3 colors: Black, Nude, White   The long sleeves style is also available in two lengths, classic and tall. The classic version measures 38" from shoulder to hem and the tall version measures 40" from shoulder to hem. It's available in 3 colors: Black, Nude, White   The slip skirt is the queen of all half slips. It's available in 2 lengths, Petite which measures 23" and Classic which measures 25". They are available in Black and Nude.   Useful Size Guide for BasicBAR:  

Sunny spring weather is here and that means one thing, summer is around the bend! We’ve been working all winter long to bring you the most amazing items for camp and vacation and finally, the products are bracing our racks! Flamingo swimwear is a young brand that is evolving so rapidly due to its high quality fabrics and strong focus on fit. If you know me, I’m a sucker for well fitted products. Because anything less than perfection doesn’t make it into our shoppes.Let’s discover their exciting brand new line of teen swimwear.The BSS Collection The BSS collection this year, features these colors: For the slim and tall teenFeatures: Color trim Removable cups High neck High back Sized 30-40, this swimsuit model is the perfect option for the slim and tall teen. Easy to fit - just go by the bra band size. If your teen measures 32B, then a size 32 will fit. The BSV Collection For the short and thin teen and for the short fuller teenFeatures:Vertical stripesRemovable cupsHigh neckHigh backSized 30-40, this swimsuit model is the perfect option for the shorter teen.Easy to fit - just go by the bra band size. If your teen measures 32B, then a size 32 will fit.2Z’s 2 Piece Tank and Shorts Swim SetAvailable in 2 versions, this practical set is a favorite among pre-teens and now teens!2ZBM Black/Multi 2 Piece Tank & Shorts Set Ideal for the budding pre-teen, this set does not have any built in cups. Sized 14-20 which conveniently corresponds to children’s clothing sizes.2ZBW Black/White 2 Piece Tank & Shorts Set The 2.0 version of the 2ZBM, this updated version is geared for the teenager. It features removable cups and is sized XXS-XL. Another great asset is the hoops on the bottom of the tank that attaches to the shorts to keep the tank in place when swimming. Swim Shorts Teens love these shorts and we’re not surprised! Has a tight fit on the waist and thighs, just what they need for a comfortable swim workout.Sizes XS-2X Swim Skort Want a tight fitted short with a bit more modest coverage? The Flamingo swim skort adds a perfect flair.

        "In order to trust your body as a guide, the first step is to begin to understand it."   As women, the biggest power we have is to learn and become in tune with our bodies. The first step is education. Our Mylie tutorial videos in each of our fitting rooms in both locations aim to do just that: tell you secret tips that nobody's ever told you.   One area that I find needs more awareness is fluctuating bra cup sizes. Realize that your body is constantly changing. YES! even within the same month. Once you have that knowledge, you can:   A) Be in tune with your body so you can watch for changes B) know when to schedule a bra fitting    Factors that can affect or contribute to fluctuating cup size:   1) The most common one is the menstrual cycle. Women can be up to a full cup size larger during their period.    2) Birth Control. Birth control has a direct effect on breasts and so it also affects the cup size as well. Just have that knowledge when shopping for bras as when you start and stop taking birth control, your bra size will most definitely change.   3) Weight Gain / Weight Loss. When you gain or lose weight, one of the areas less commonly known to get impacted is your breast size. Even 5 lbs up or down matters. Also, once a bra is stretched due to weight gain it'll stay stretched out even if weight is lost, thereby losing its support.   4)Fertility Treatments. Any time hormones are introduced into our bodies, it affects us one way or another. For lots of women, cup size increases.    5) Pregnancy. Hormonal factors in early pregnancy cause most women to grow in cup size. The bra size typically regulates at around 18-20 weeks so that would be the ideal time to get fitted. Then, as the rib cage expands to make room for the growing uterus (usually in the 7th month and on), you'll feel the bra band getting tight. At that point, an extender can be added to the bra for more wiggle room or comfy nursing bras can be purchased to get you through the pregnancy and early breastfeeding stage.     6) Breastfeeding. After birth, breasts become enlarged to accommodate the milk supply for the newborn. There is no way to predict how much one will grow. From experience, every birth looks different for the same mom. It is important to know this as it's not recommended to over-purchase bras before birth. We recommend getting 2-3 comfy wire free nursing bras to get started.    Additionally, cup sizes fluctuate while nursing as well. For most women, 12 weeks postpartum is an ideal time to come get fitted as the milk supply is usually regulated by then.  Make sure that you're not due for a feeding or pumping session when coming to get fitted.   An important disclaimer on this topic: No two bodies are alike. Every woman will respond differently to any of the above factors. The purpose of this blog post is to educate so you have the knowledge to learn your body and plan bra fittings accordingly.