Thursday, March 26, 2009

How to Shop for a Camo Bikini Online

It's that time of year again. Spring is here, which means that summer, and bikini season, is just around the corner.

Shopping online gives you many advantages over shopping in a store. For one, there are no crowds that you have to fight. For another, you don't have to use any gas in order to get there. And finally, the selection is much wider than anything you'd find in a normal store. So no matter what you're looking for in a camo bikini, you're sure to find it.

Here are some tips to ensure a successful hunt for a camo bikini.

Measure yourself

You may wear a small from one store or a medium from another, but one way to be sure you're looking for the right size is to measure yourself. Most online shopping sites will have a size chart that lets you know where their clothes stand on the "small, medium, large" scale.

If you know your measurements, then you'll have a better estimate of where you fit in on the scale. This can help you find a camo bikini that fits well on the first try.

Check out their return policy for a camo bikini

Since you can't try before you buy when you purchase online, check and see what their return policy is on a camo bikini. That way, if you get the suit in the mail and it doesn't fit, you'll know if you can exchange it for a different size or get a complete refund.

Some retailers may include a small restocking fee if you seek a refund, while others will let you exchange an item for free. If their return policy isn't listed on the site, don't hesitate to call and ask about it. That will also give you a chance to see how good their customer service is.

Stick with the familiar in your camo bikini

If you've never tried a boy short bottom on a camo bikini before, or you aren't quite sure how that bright yellow pattern will look on you, skip to a different type. Stick with camo bikini styles and colors that you know look good on you. That will lessen your chances of having to return it.

Enjoy summer! Follow these tips, and you'll have a better chance of getting the perfect camo bikini on the first try.

About the Author
Tony Brobst is the president of The Camo Shop, which features camo bedding and home accessories for every outdoorsman (or woman). Visit them online at TheCamoShop.com to see the different camo bikini styles they have - just in time for the changing season!