The One Big Swimsuit Mistake Illinois Parents Make Each Summer

As you prepare for all the summer fun ahead, pay close attention to the color of swimsuits you buy, especially if you are buying them for kids!

Kickoff to Summer

Memorial Day weekend is here, and for many Illinois residents that means the beginning of all the things we love most about summer like cookouts, outdoor parties, and swimming.

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My family has a pool that we typically open for the season on Memorial Day weekend, but we also spend a lot of time at our family cabin in Wisconsin, so we're around water a lot.

When it comes to buying swimsuits, most people buy the style or fit they think is most flattering, but what about the color?

I tend to buy black or bright pink swimsuits for myself, because those are the colors I feel best in, but when it comes to my kids, if it's cute and provides good coverage, I buy it.

Turns out, there is one big factor I have been ignoring while choosing swimsuits for my children, and I will never do it again.

Why Swimsuit Color Matters for Kids

Today I saw this post float across my social media feed, and now I feel like a bad mom for not realizing how important swimsuit color choices can be.

Today's fashion trends may be less flashy and more simple, but when it comes to swimwear, remember flashy colors and bold patterns may be the key to keeping your kids safe while swimming this summer!