10/10 Recommend

And the price tag.

I have always been, and always will be,a shapewear girlie.

If you’re familiar with the old guard of restrictive, somewhat fugly (let’s be real!)

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shapewear swimsuits, allow me to introduce you to the one brand breaking the mold.

But finding a suit that fits my needs is easier said than done.

), I found that most shapewear-inspired swimwear looked matronly.

Hi Cut Plungey in Black

Not the vibe!!!

The result is supposed to look as though youre wearing Spanx or SKIMS underneath your swimsuit.

Still, I was skeptical of the mega-expensive price tag.

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Almost $200 for a swimsuit?

How good could it really be?

On their site, they compare it to the material of a high-end sports bra.

Bella Gerard wears a black swimsuit by TA3 with a plunging neckline.

Im one of those people who always removes the padding immediately (anyone else?

), but I really liked the bra and strap details.

Boy, was I glad I did!

Bella Gerard wears a red TA3 swimsuit for a dip in the pool.

The moment I tried the first suit, I fell in love.

I felt supported and held in, but not necessarily restricted.

It officially confirmed the TikTok reviews Id watched were legit.

Bella Gerard wears a red TA3 swimsuit with a square neckline.

It struck the perfect balance of modest and spicy especially in theBaywatchred shadethats become my go-to.

Depending on how tightly you lace the back, the trailing laces can end up laughably long.

So, while less than ideal, its certainly a problem that can be solved.

The other critique is one I shouldve seen coming, I fear.

The suit itself isdelightfully cheeky, but as you cinch the back, expect it to become even cheekier.

I cant remember ever feeling as confident in a one-piece as I do in these.

Im personally keeping my fingers crossed for a few fun patterns in addition to the pretty solids.

TA3, if youre reading this: More, hey!