Debenhams Launches Its 'Diet In A Swimsuit'
Released on: April 01, 2011, 7:41 am
Author:
Debenhams
Industry: Retail
Debenhams launches its innovative new 'Slimsuit' which has
been dubbed a 'diet in a swimsuit' for its ability to create the
illusion of instant inch-loss.
The fashion retailer is expecting record sales of the swimsuit, following customer
research revealing that 92% of women dread getting into their swimwear and 55% of
those questioned said they slimmed down prior to their holidays.
As a result, Debenhams took the measurements of 5,000 British women to help create
the perfect figure-sculpting shapewear swimwear.
Sasha Nagalingham, swimwear buyer at Debenhams said: "The challenge was to use data
to create a suit that accentuates the good bits, and smoothes the lumpy bits without
making women feel like they're wrapped in cling-film. It's Spanx for the beach."
The majority of women (55%) agreed that the top body worry when stripping off for
the beach to put on a swimsuit or bikini was a flabby tummy, with the need for bust
support coming a close second (37%).
A staggering 98% of women identified feeling and looking 'shapeless' in a swimsuit
as one of their top five concerns.
Sasha continued: "All of our swimsuits already contain control panels but our
customers told us they expected more. This is a cheat's tool to getting beach ready
- and in less than 10 seconds.
"You cannot find this level of support and sculpting technology anywhere else on
the high street."
The 'Slimsuit' is constructed from two layers of fabric - the inner layer is made
from a specially designed heavier gage lining fabric which does the miracle work,
while the outer layer is a slinky micro fibre which gives the suit a glamorous
appearance.
Combining shapewear with traditional padded swimwear, moulded bust support lifts and
separates breasts in a similar way to a bra. The suit is sized by cup size as well
as dress size to allow women to find the perfect fit.
Extra strength through the waist panel creates a cinching effect and the illusion of
inch-loss, and a control panel simultaneously flattens the tummy. Low rise legs
ensure no bulges and a smooth curve in the hip.
Sasha added: "But it's not all about functionality – there's no point cheating if
it doesn't look effortless. We have spent as much time on the look of the suit as
we have on the construction of it.
"Women can expect to find rich jewel purple with glamorous detailing, a beautiful
chocolate rose print and classic black for a timeless look."
There are four different 'Slimsuits' available and are available in sizes 10 to 20
and up to an F cup.
About Debenhams:
Debenhams is a leading department stores group with a strong presence in key product
categories including womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, home and health and
beauty.
Debenhams is the second largest department store chain in the UK and operates 167
stores in the UK, Republic of Ireland and Denmark, comprising 154 full departments
stores and 13 Desire by Debenhams stores, which is a small store concept featuring
an edited product range. Debenhams also has 60 international franchise stores in 23
countries. Debenhams' online store is available at www.debenhams.com.
Designers at Debenhams include Ted Baker, Jeff Banks, Jasper Conran, Erickson
Beamon, FrostFrench, Henry Holland, Betty Jackson, Ben de Lisi, Julien Macdonald,
Melissa Odabash, Jane Packer, Pearce Fionda, Janet Reger, John Rocha, Lisa Stickley,
Eric Van Peterson and Matthew Williamson.
PR contact:
Carie Barkhuizen
Debenhams PR Manager
Womenswear, accessories and store PR
33 Wigmore Street
London
W1U 1QX
08445 616161
www.debenhams.com
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