Swimsuit shopping is an almost universally dreaded event. And so, when we find a swimsuit we like, there is extra incentive for us to keep it in good shape so that it lasts a long time — after all, ...

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Since swimsuits are designed to stand up to water, seams are often reinforced to prevent sagging and stretching. Some find tighter stitching to be a convenience (so the suit stays in place despite ...