Meet the amazing Esther Swimsuit! It’s structured like an evening gown to flatter your figure, while still being fully functional for a day at the pool or beach. The Esther Swimsuit has an interior foam bra, boning, flattering corset-inspired side seams, and tons of figure control with the use of a power mesh underlayer. We even added a back bra band so that you feel super supported in your suit.

And because we love to give you options, Esther has several interchangeable bottoms. The panty is the classic full-coverage bottom, and you can add the skirt on top for an adorable look. The bloomer bottom was inspired by one of my favorite vintage suits, and it gives you an hourglass shape by creating a curvy lower half.

We’re also bringing you an exclusive ruched bottom on Patreon (along with a full-length video on sewing the Esther Swimsuit from start to finish) so make sure to become a patron if you’re looking for even more fabulous swimwear content.

Fabric Notes

Main fabric: Light- to medium-weight swimwear fabrics with 80% nylon/polyester and 20% spandex/Lycra

Underlining: Heavy power mesh

Lining: Specialty swimwear lining

Cups: Poly laminate foam for your bra cups

Supplies

• Swimwear fabric (see yardage chart in booklet)
• Swimwear lining fabric (see yardage chart in booklet)
• Heavy power mesh (see yardage chart in booklet)
• Poly laminate foam (see yardage chart in booklet)
• Thread to match fabric
• ¾-in (1.9 cm) plush back elastic for interior bra (see yardage chart in booklet)
• 3/8-in (1 cm) swimwear elastic (see yardage chart in booklet)
• 1/4-in (6 mm) swimwear elastic for bloomer
• ½-inch-wide (1.3 cm) boning channeling or bias tape
• ¼-inch-wide (6 mm) spiral steel boning
• One swimsuit clasp
• Hook and eye tape