Summer Fixin’. Cold Sore Blitzin’

Summer brings with it trips to the beach, barbecues, convertibles and outdoor adventures. Before we start to talk summer fashion trends, blitz your cold sore blues — and don’t forget the sunscreen!

Now let’s help you find the perfect swimsuit.

Swimming attire is a difficult fit. Why? The honest answer is bodies come in all shapes and sizes, swimsuits mean more skin and the possibility of revealing your imperfections. This is difficult for almost anyone. The main goal is to find something that covers the right spots and flaunts the rest.

Swimsuit DON’TS For the 2009 Season

Leave the Muffins at the Bakery

When shopping, consider your options both dry and wet. It has to be practical, sexy, comfortable and functional. NO MUFFIN TOPS! Ladies, please! Also think age appropriate and weight appropriate. That needs no explanation. You know your body. Put your figure into something that fits and makes you feel good. That is the easiest way to know it is right for you.

Don’t Look For Extraordinary. Find Something For Everyday.

Don’t make the mistake of thinking of your swimsuit as an Oscar dress. It should not just be a special occasion piece. If you do this you will only want to put it on at special times. That will automatically screw with your self-esteem.

Take Caution with Your Prints

Finally, be careful of the prints you choose. I say NO to animal prints. It always looks like you’re wearing a wet animal. Just think of wet dog. Yuck. Skip the polka dots too. They’ll make you look like you have a strange version of the chicken pox. Ick!

Swimsuit DO’s For the 2009 Season

Offset Your Cold Sore With Some Asymmetry, Irregularity and Cut-Aways

The biggest trend this season in fashion and swimwear is asymmetry or the one shoulder. It is trendy, supports every shape, and gives you a great body line. You can find one-shoulder options in skinny, wide, irregular and standard shapes. It’s a total DO! Also trendy this season is cut-away suits and bikinis. This is a great way to accentuate your figure. Imagine having the option of showing just a little skin. It’s almost like someone took a bite out of you in just the right spot.

Suited For Accessories

No need be afraid to purchase a suit with a little accessory. Swim attire matches perfectly with buckles, hardware, ruffles, chains, beads or a belt. Anything goes, as long as it’s comfortable and flattering. You be the judge.

Hide Behind Geometrics

If you want a pattern, look for geometrics. This is great on the body and confuses onlookers. It’s the perfect way to hide shape issues.

It Is As Simple As Black & White or As Hot As Bright Colors

This season’s hottest colors are greens, brights and metallics. If you do not want to be trendy, stick with a solid or black-and- white option. This is always good for any body type.

More is More Fabulous

This one is so fun. Add a necklace, a sheer cover-up, a hat and the perfect flip flop. Swimwear is made for more. So do not be afraid to add. Don’t be afraid to over-accessorize.

Enjoy the summer and remember…The right look always disguises a cold sore.

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