Most Uncomfortable Areas For Women & How Hapari Fixes Them

September 24th, 2012

Summer has come to an end, but there’s still plenty of time left in the year to enjoy the beach, pool, water parks, lakes and great outdoors. Nothing should hold you back from enjoying the end of summer and beginning of fall, especially not those “problem areas,” that most women above the age of 18 seem to have. Hold your sigh. Here are three body parts that you can feel better about showing off with the right swimsuit:image of green Hapari Tummy Tuk swimsuit bottoms

Tummy

Crunch after crunch after sit-up after plank and you’ve still got the little belly pouch. Good news: higher waisted bikinis are in style this year and Hapari offers tummy tuk bottoms that will help you look skinnier. Our tummy tuk bottoms rest at your natural waist line and pull in your stomach while hiding the common problem area right below the belly button. We offer these bottoms in a variety of different colors like black, brown, turquoise, coral, raspberry and more. With so many color options it’s easy to match different bikini tops to give you a variety of different flattering options.

Chest

Whether you desire more support up top or want to look fuller, we have a variety of different options to help you get the look you desire. Hapari’s twist top bikini offers great coverage and support for women who are larger up top. It can also be worn 3- different ways in order to give women different options depending on their wishes. For women who want to look fuller up top, we offer Silicone inserts, called Illusions, which fit into just about all of our bikini tops. Full Inserts give women 1 ½ to 2 cups enhancement and half ones give women a little extra lift and support.

Thighs

You can still show off your legs while covering your thighs and glutes. If you prefer more coverage over your thighs, consider wearing a sarong or skirt bottom. Sarong bottoms are longer than shirt bottoms but feature a flatter slit. Looking good in a baiting suit doesn’t have to mean bearing it all. Creating illusions by not showing off all of your features is mysterious, flattering and sexy.

When it comes to baiting suit season, remember to speak kindly to yourself. If you speak negatively to yourself, you’re going to see problem areas everywhere. With a flattering suit and a positive mind, you’ll be able to enjoy the rest of the summer to the fullest.

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Top Swimwear Tweets – August 2012

August 31st, 2012

It’s that time again—let’s take a look at some of our favorite funny, clever, or on-trend swimwear-related tweets people have been buzzing about recently on Twitter. We love talking about swimwear, and so does the social media-verse!

 

 

 

 

 

Marie Claire fashion director and project runway judge Nina Garcia says that a sarong is an essential beachside accessory. We couldn’t agree more! While we haven’t tried to wear ours as a turban, who are we to argue with a fashion icon?

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What do you like to wear by the pool? Is it one of our made-to-move sport tankinis or do you like to play it cool in one of our bandeau bikinis? Whatever you choose, we here at Hapari want to help you feel beautiful and confident! Our swimwear secrets are designed to flatter every type of beach body.

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New York Daily News gives us a fascinating look into the evolution of the Olympic swimsuit. As of London 2012, there are strict regulations for what swimmers can and can’t wear—the suit must be made of fabric and cannot go past a certain length. Check it out!

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Speaking of Olympic swimwear, there are some people who are lamenting the fact that the USA swim team’s gear is not more patriotic. While plain black is classic, it doesn’t do the job of conveying the swimmer’s nationality very well.

Who knows? Maybe you’ll see something suitable in Hapari’s swim line for next year.

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One more tweet from the Olympics—have you seen the United States’ swim team’s rendition of “Call Me Maybe”? It’s pretty funny.

On a side note, congratulations to Michael Phelps, Missy Franklin, and all the other swimmers who represented the United States in the Olympics this summer. You’re fantastic!

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Wondering how you can accessorize your favorite Hapari suit? Who What Wear Beauty has some great ideas.

Image of Tweet from In Style Magazine

 

 

 

 

InStyle magazine advises that there’s still time to find the perfect swimsuit this season. We couldn’t agree more! Beach season is still going strong, so be sure to check out our latest styles for something you’ll love.

Be sure to keep reading our blog for more swimwear news, exciting styles, and fashion advice.

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Four Must-Have’s for the Beach

August 23rd, 2012

When you’re heading to the pool or beach for some fun in the sun, make sure it’s just that by remembering to pack entertainment, sun protection food and drinks and something to sit on. Here are a few ideas to maximize your pool or beach experience:

Sun Protection

The powerful is sun is nothing to mess with and with 3.5 million new cases of skin cancer diagnosed annually, it’s more important than ever to remember different types of sun protection. For starters remember UVA/UVB full spectrum sunscreen. You can even read our blog post about how to make it yourself. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your entire body including your scalp, ears and the tops of your hands and feet. Lip balm or chap-stick that contains SPF is good for you lips. The sun is most intense between 10 AM to 4PM so remember and umbrella or shade structure you can escape to. A hat, polarized sunglasses and a swimming suit cover-up are also necessities.

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Entertainment

Pools and beaches open a wide variety of opportunities to play. Soccer, footballs, Frisbees and badminton are all great beach activities. Swimming pool games like volleyball, sharks and minos, Marco Polo and relay races will keep kids entertained for hours.  If you are heading near water to relax remember to pack a book or your kindle. If you need recommendations, read TIME’s Best Books of All Time or New York Times Best Sellers. If you’re into music don’t forget an iPod and portable speaker or headphones.

Food and Drinks

Staying hydrated while you’re in the sun will keep your energy levels high. Remember to always bring re-useable water bottle. Besides water there are many snacks that can keep you hydrated like watermelon, cucumber, apples, bell peppers, pineapples, grapefruit and carrots. Coconut water contains natural electrolytes so after you (or your kids) have been playing in the sun it’s a good way to replenish. Some other good snacks to bring to the beach that won’t spoil are frozen grapes, trail mix, pretzels and popcorn.

Sitting Apparatus

Maybe your pool already has lounge chairs but don’ forget a towel to place over the chair for extra comfort. An extra towel or blanket also comes in handy at the beach. There are a variety of good chairs to bring to the beach. A backpack chair, one that you can carry on your back is nice when you’re hands are full. A canopy beach chair already has a shade structure built into it and folding chairs that are made out of fabric are easy to carry.

When heading to the pool or beach remember to throw away your garbage and recycle. The great outdoors are good to you and it’s important to leave as little trace as possible.

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Top 3 Most Popular Beaches for Family Vacations

August 21st, 2012

 

When envisioning the perfect family vacation, one usually sees children running in the sand, jumping in the waves and families lounging on the beach. Many family vacations happen at the beach. Not only is the beach full of entertainment, it is a relaxing vacation spot.

Beach vacations truly are one of the most ideal for families. Kids can play, swim, and run around all day long. Parents can enjoy playing with their children and while relaxing in the sun on a beach chair. No matter your age, a beach vacation can be one you smile as you remember.

image of a sunset on the beach

Now that you’ve stocked up on sunscreen and packed your swimsuit, you need a destination. The following are three of the most popular beaches for family vacations. Now, take your pick.

California

When thinking of the beach, California is always one of the first thoughts that come to mind. These Pacific Coast beaches have so much to offer families. The southern part of the state is flooded with beaches. The wharfs are created to entertain. If you choose to leave the beach for an activity, you can visit Disneyland, Sea World, and Rodeo Drive for shopping, and Hollywood closeby.

The activities available are never-ending. The beaches themselves beg vacationers to spend the entire day. With California’s near perfect weather all year long, you can plan a trip almost any time of the year.

Florida

This peninsula state has more beaches than you can even imagine. Florida is a family hot spot. The ocean water is generally a little warmer than the rest of the United States beaches. This makes spending time in the water much more enjoyable. The Gulf Coast water is also warmer than the east coast of Florida.

While the list of beaches in Florida is a mile long, some of the most popular spots for families are Daytona Beach, Key West, Palm Beach, Miami Beach, and the Emerald Coast. The white, sandy beaches in Florida are some of the most beautiful the United States has to offer.

Myrtle Beach

Don’t leave South Carolina off your vacationing list. Myrtle Beach has been called the number one family beach in North America. Myrtle Beach truly creates the ultimate vacation ambiance. There is entertainment on every corner. You can visit aquariums, Family Kingdom – a water park literally on the beach -, Carolina Opry, NASCAR Speedway, and literally tons more.

While this beach may be popular, you will be sure to find a place to call home for the day in the 60-miles of white, sandy beaches. The area is filled with flea markets, outlet malls, water sports, deep-sea fishing and golf courses galore. There is more to do than can ever be squeezed into one visit.

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Introducing Hapari’s Brand New Sarong Wraps

July 27th, 2012

Sarong Wraps - New by Hapari Swimwear

Searching for a cute cover-up to wear by the pool this summer? Look no further—Hapari’s brand new sarong wraps are just what you need.

These wraps are a brand new addition to our swimwear line. We’re proud to offer them in two sizes—regular and plus—and four vibrant colors—white, black, brown, and turquoise. You can mix and match your Hapari swimwear with any of these new sarong wraps to create a fun and flirty beach look that’s sure to turn heads.

Keep Cool and Covered

These sarong wraps are made from a lightweight, semi-sheer material that’s as durable as it is attractive. Tie one over your favorite Hapari swimsuit when you’re headed out to lunch or when you want a little bit of extra coverage after a day spent sunning and swimming. Our sarongs are easy to put on, easy to wear, and easy to take off take off when you’re ready to make a splash. When you’re not wearing it, you can simply fold it up and take it along with you in your beach bag or purse.

Sarong Wraps

On-trend Style that Works

Hapari’s designers are always hard at work to bring you amazing swimwear products that incorporate fashion-forward styles with fit secrets that look great on everyone. Our sarong wraps are no different—we offer two different sizes so that you can get a look that’s perfect for you. Choose your favorite color or get one of each so you can mix and match all your Hapari suits. You’ll love the way these wraps make you look and feel –they’re as breezy and beautiful as you are.

If you’re looking for stylish swimwear that’s made to work with your body, you can’t go wrong with Hapari. We specialize in making one-of-a-kind suits that incorporate figure-enhancing details to make you look great no matter what. Check out our full line of 2012 swimwear products to go along with these great sarong wraps—tankinis, bikinis, bottoms, and more.

Start shopping Hapari Swimwear today.

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Swimwear Illusions—A Guide for How to Wear Hapari Swimwear

July 12th, 2012

Do you suffer from swimsuit anxiety? Hapari can help you put an end to your insecurities and enjoy being beachside again with our swimwear secrets. No matter what your size, shape, or style, Hapari makes suits that work with your body to play up your best features and hide your problem areas. Take a look at how Hapari can work for you:

Versatility

Brown, Red, and Green Cinch Top Tankini with Side Tie String

One of the best things about Hapari swimwear is that you can wear our suits how you want. Take our new cinch tankini tops, for instance. You can cinch it up for a flirty fit that’s great by the pool and then tie it down for a cute swimdress look when going out to lunch. Or how about our super cute twist bikini tops? These suits look great whether you’re catching waves or catching up on your favorite fashion mag.

Mix and Match

Hapari’s suits are never boring! No matter how long or short your vacation is this year, you don’t ever have to wear the same swimsuit twice. Mix and match any of our tops with any of our bottom for a one-of-a-kind look that’s all about you.

Hapari “Illusions”

If you want a little help up top, Hapari has the perfect solution for enhancing your natural curves. Most of our suits come with built-in secret pockets that you can use with our Illusions silicone breast inserts to give yourself a little “extra” up there.

Support

You don’t ever have to worry about slipping or sliding with Hapari—our suits give you the right amount of support exactly where you need it. You can wear our bikinis and tankinis all day without ever needing to push or pull it back in place.

Help for your “problem” areas

If you have any particular areas of concern, Hapari makes swimwear that can help. Our Tummy Tuk bottoms, for instance, are great if you’re worried about how your midsection looks. They do a great job of “tuk”-ing in what you don’t want showing without creating any extra bulk. If you are looking for something that does the job of camouflaging your thighs, try one of our sassy swim skirts for a great look in and out of the pool.
Fun Features

In addition to all the great figure-flattering secrets of Hapari, our suits are just fun to wear! They come in beautifully modern colors and prints and also offer you cool features like our signature straps that you can tie three ways.
Hapari has what it takes to help every woman feel beautiful. Let us know how you like to wear your Hapari suit!

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3 Ways Swimsuits Can Be Both Attractive & Athletic

July 4th, 2012

If you think you need to give up style to be able to move, or that participating in a beach volleyball tournament means that your swimsuit has to be frumpy, think again. You don’t have to choose between looking cute and breaking a sweat. Believe it or not, your swimwear can help you look cute by the pool and give you the freedom to get going when you need to.

Here are three tips to help you be fabulous and feel fabulous in your swimwear, no matter what you’re doing:

1. Get swimwear that fits you

Too much of the time, women assume that in order to be attractive they have to follow whatever the latest trends in fashion are, even if those trends don’t work with their body or their active lifestyle. Here at Hapari, we want to help put an end to this myth. lava sport tankini top
Looking good in swimwear is all about finding what works for you. Hapari makes suits that incorporate the latest styles and colors into swimwear that is actually designed for real women who move. When you find a suit that fits your body and your personality, you exude confidence that’s extremely attractive.

2. Go for extra coverage where you need it

If you know you’re going to be participating in extreme sports, it may not be the best time to try out a suit that doesn’t give you the coverage you need. Hapari’s sport tankinis, for example, are made to be slightly longer so that you don’t have to worry about showing too much when you’re diving in headfirst. If you prefer a bikini, ours are designed to give you all the support and security you need. Hapari’s suits move with your body to keep you covered all day long.
The word “coverage” doesn’t mean “old-fashioned,” however. With all the colorful styles and prints available, you’ll never feel anything but beautiful in or out of the water. 

3. Accessorize your look

If you really want to make an entrance at the beach, make sure to accessorize your suit for the right look. Nothing can make you feel more attractive than wearing a pretty cover-up and a great pair of sandals to make your big debut.
When it’s time to hit the court or make a splash, you’ll be ready knowing that you have what it takes to play hard and look great.

What are some of your tips for being both athletic and attractive?

Written by Amy Carson.

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Learn How To Make Your Own DIY Sunscreen

June 14th, 2012

Hapari-DIY-Sunscreen-eCardIt’s no secret that overexposure to the sun is damaging to your skin and health.

If you’re planning on spending some time in the sun this summer (and who isn’t?) it’s important to wear sunscreen that protects again both Ultraviolet A (UVA) and Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays with a broad spectrum sunscreen.

Store bought sunscreen can be expensive and contain ingredients that can be unsafe. Your best bet? Making your very own homemade sunscreen. It’s simple and fun to make and will save you money:

Here’s the ingredients you’ll need:

2 cups coconut oil

2 oz beeswax

4 oz shea butter

4 TBS 100% aloe vera

6 TBS zinc oxide

We like the smell of coconut oil, but olive oil, avocado oil, sunflower oil or soybean oil also work well. Beesewax is normally sold in the form of blocks, pellets or sheets. For the best beeswax buy it from your local beekeeper or you can find it on Amazon.

Directions:

  1. In a double boiler over boiling water to melt coconut oil.
  2. Add shea butter.
  3. Add beeswax to mixture and stir with a wooden or metal spoon until wax is completely melted.
  4. Add aloe vera and zinc oxide.
  5. Transfer sunscreen mixture into a glass (no plastic) container as quickly as possible. Because the sunscreen is made up of waxy materials it will become thicker as soon as it settles.
  6. Run tap water over container to bring the temperature down.
  7. Ice the sunscreen by placing the container in the ice water and stir mixture until you like the creamy consistency of it.
  8. Cover container with paper bag and store in cool area away from direct sunlight until you are ready to use it.
  9. Stir sunscreen before applying it so the mixture is consistent.

Final Tips:

  • Use a mixing spoon that you won’t use on food again. Because of the sticky beeswax the spoon probably won’t be good to use again.
  • Be wary when dealing with zinc oxide because it’s harmful if it’s inhale.
  • Zinc oxide comes in different strengths. Tailor the strength to your SPF needs.
  • Add oils like lavender or peppermint for smell. (They also add sun protection).
  • Sunscreen isn’t sweat or waterproof like store bought sunscreen with artificial ingredients. Reapply after going in the water.

Enjoy the sun and remember to always wear sunscreen. We would love to hear any other tips you have when creating your own sunscreen.

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Top Swimwear Tweets – May 2012

May 30th, 2012

Summer is here, which means that the Twitter-verse is buzzing with hot poolside news. Take a look at some of our favorite swimwear-related tweets for this season:

swimwear accessories tweet by vogue magazine

Looking for some ways to accessorize your favorite Hapari swimsuit? Teen Vogue’s list of beautiful swimwear accessories will keep you looking and feeling cool by the pool. From wedges to beach bags, find inspiration for perfect summer look.

swimwear tweet from Oprah about swimsuits

Oprah recently helped celebrate National Swimsuit Confidence Week—a weeklong celebration of looking and feeling great in your swimwear no matter what. We love this idea! While the idea of putting on a swimsuit is nerve-wracking for many women, we believe that every woman deserves to feel beautiful. At Hapari, we like to think that our shape-saving secrets can help you be confident in your suit all year round.

real simple magazine tweet about swimwear

Real Simple Magazine offers advice for how to buy the best swimsuit for you and tells you which swimwear myths you should feel free to ignore. Did you know, for example, that a wearing white swimsuit is not a fashion faux-pas? In fact, it’s a-okay! Follow these tips to find a great fit and a suit that you love.

tweet about getting into shape to fit swimsuits by womanly health

If you want to feel great during swimsuit season, it never hurts to do what you can to stay healthy and fit. Womanly Health provides some tips for how to target key areas that most women are concerned about through proper diet and exercise.

pool party with jenna tweet

While we hate to disagree with YouTube sensation Jenna Marbles, she clearly has not yet tried one of our sport tankini tops. These athletic suits are made to move—you will look great and still have a shot at the cannon ball championship.

lisa-jo baker swimsuit tweet

Blogger Lisa-Jo Baker reminds everyone that your worth is not determined by what you look like wearing a swimsuit. We couldn’t agree more.

At Hapari, we have our finger on the pulse of the swimwear fashion world. Stay tuned to our blog for more exciting and informative summer and swimsuit news from around the web.

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Summer Water Swimming Activities by Hapari [Infographic]

May 8th, 2012

Hapari Swimwear Summer Water Activities Infographic

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There is no better experience than soaking up the sun with family and friends enjoying the experience of summer fun activities. Those of us who spend a lot of time in the water during the summer are always looking for the best games and sports that can be friendly for all.

Hapari Swimwear is increasingly becoming known not only for our style and versatility, but the athletic capabilities too! Many who sport our suits love to take them surfing, body boarding and more.

From activities at home to the beach and to the pool let this graphic be your guide for the best activities your family can take part in during your 2012 summer.

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