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Waterproof Swimsuits

If you’re looking for waterproof swimsuits, keep in mind that swimwear isn’t designed to keep you dry. Explore the swimsuit selection and compare fit, coverage and care details in each product description to find a style that suits your preferences.

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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit
A black shaping swimsuit with a sweetheart neckline, compressive lining, UPF 50+ protection and chlorine-resistant fabric.
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$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress Print
A blue printed nylon-blend swimdress offers compressive shaping, UPF 50+ protection, and quick-drying comfort.
(306)
$130 $89.99
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$130 $89.99
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Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit, Colorblock
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Sweetheart Tanksuit, Colorblock
A blue nylon-LYCRA® one-piece swimsuit with shaping compression, sweetheart neckline, UPF 50+ protection and adjustable straps.
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$99.95 $99.95
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$99.95 $99.95
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit Print
A multicolor recycled-nylon and elastane swimsuit with UPF 50+ protection and adjustable straps.
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$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Bandeau Tanksuit
A black recycled-nylon swimsuit with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps and moderate support.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Sweetheart Tanksuit Print
A black shaping swimsuit in nylon-LYCRA® fabric with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps and full coverage.
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$110 $76.99
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$110 $76.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Clasp Halter Dress
A black nylon-blend swimdress with compressive shaping, UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and chlorine-resistant quick-drying fabric.
(263)
$120 $79.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Attractive appearance
Very comfortable
High-quality fabric
Excellent coverage
$120 $79.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Scoop Tanksuit, Print
A multicolor recycled-nylon swimsuit with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and moderate support for beach days.
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$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit, Print
A blue, full-coverage swimsuit made with chlorine-resistant Italian fabric, offering UPF 50+ and quick-drying performance.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit
A red tanksuit in recycled nylon and elastane with UPF 50+ protection and adjustable convertible straps.
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$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
A blue printed tanksuit with cap sleeves, recycled nylon stretch, UPF 50+ protection and moderate support.
(0)
$99.95 $69.99
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$99.95 $69.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit
A black recycled-nylon swimsuit with cap sleeves, UPF 50+ protection, moderate support and quick-drying stretch.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, V-Neck Tanksuit Print
A yellow tanksuit in recycled nylon blend with UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps and moderate support.
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$89 $43.99
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$89 $43.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit
A black nylon-blend tanksuit with compressive shaping, full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and chlorine-resistant durability.
(426)
$99.95 $69.99
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What customers like:
Great fit
Flattering cut
Durable
Comfortable
Slimming effect
$99.95 $69.99
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Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Highneck Tanksuit
A black, full-coverage one-piece swimsuit with chlorine-resistant, quick-drying fabric and UPF 50+ sun protection.
(0)
$79.95 $54.99
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$79.95 $54.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Squareneck Tanksuit Print
A colorful, full-coverage tanksuit in chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+, quick-drying performance, and adjustable straps.
(644)
$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit Print
A blue, full-coverage tanksuit in chlorine-resistant Italian fabric with UPF 50+ protection and quick-drying performance.
(1,947)
$59.95 $39.99
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$59.95 $39.99
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Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swim Dress
A black swim dress in quick-drying recycled nylon with UPF 50+ and built-in romper.
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$110 $74.99
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$110 $74.99
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Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Swimwear, Scoop Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's L.L.Bean Coastal Essential Swimwear, Scoop Tanksuit
A black UPF 50+ scoopneck swimsuit made with recycled nylon and elastane, featuring adjustable straps.
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$89.95 $89.95
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$89.95 $89.95
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tanksuit Print
A multicolor nylon-blend tanksuit with compressive shaping, UPF 50+ sun protection, and full coverage.
(1,247)
$110 $76.99
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What customers like:
High quality
Flattering fit
Full coverage
Comfortable
Vibrant colors
$110 $76.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Tankini Top Print
A multicolor nylon-blend tankini top with compressive shaping, UPF 50+ protection, adjustable straps, and quick-drying fabric.
(714)
$89.95 $35.99
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What customers like:
Good looking
Chlorine resistant
Sun protection
Pretty colors
Comfortable fit
$89.95 $35.99
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Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Long-Sleeve Tanksuit Print
L.L.Bean Women's Coastal Essentials Swimwear, Long-Sleeve Tanksuit Print
A blue printed long-sleeve tanksuit with recycled nylon, UPF 50+ sun protection and quick-drying performance.
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$99.95 $64.99
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$99.95 $64.99
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Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
L.L.Bean Women's Shaping Swimwear, Soft-Drape Tankini Top
A black nylon-blend tankini with compressive support, draped coverage, adjustable straps and UPF 50+ protection.
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$89.95 $59.99
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$89.95 $59.99
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Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
L.L.Bean Women's BeanSport Swimwear, Scoopneck Tanksuit
A black nylon-blend tanksuit with full coverage, UPF 50+ protection, and chlorine-resistant, quick-drying fabric.
(813)
$49.95 $29.99
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What customers like:
High fabric quality
Great value
Secure straps
Excellent coverage
Comfortable fit
$49.95 $29.99
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Waterproof Swimsuits

Waterproof swimsuits can sound like a promise to stay dry in the water, but ordinary swimsuits do not keep the body dry. The term is best treated as a starting point for browsing, not as a feature shared by every suit. A waterproof claim needs to identify exactly what it describes and any limits that apply; the name of a category alone cannot establish how an individual garment performs. That distinction leaves room to focus on the details that make choosing swimwear more personal: the shape of a neckline, the amount of coverage, the proportions of a silhouette, and a style that feels like a natural extension of the rest of a wardrobe. Some people prefer simple lines and understated details, while others enjoy a more expressive look. Neither approach requires setting aside individual preferences about fit or coverage. A swimsuit should be considered as a complete garment rather than a photograph or a size label, with attention to its front, back, and side views wherever those are provided. A detail that looks subtle from one angle may play a bigger part in the overall shape from another. Written descriptions are equally useful, especially when they explain a design element that is difficult to see in an image. For another perspective on the category, Swimmers Swimwear offers a related place to continue browsing. Throughout the selection process, the most useful distinction is between an appealing style and a documented feature. Appearance can help narrow the choices, but any expectation tied to the word waterproof belongs with the individual garment’s stated specifications. Keeping those two things separate makes comparisons clearer and helps avoid choosing a suit for a capability its description never actually promises. It also gives everyday preferences their proper place: liking the overall look matters, and so does knowing what the garment’s details actually say.

Fit deserves just as much attention as appearance, especially because swimwear sizing can differ from the sizing used for other clothing. A familiar size is a useful reference, but the measurements and fit notes attached to an individual garment provide a better basis for comparison. Where a size chart includes bust, chest, waist, hip, or torso measurements, matching the relevant measurements is more informative than relying on a single number. Proportions matter as well. Two people with similar measurements may prefer different amounts of coverage or a different relationship between the upper and lower portions of a suit. Someone who often finds garments too short through the torso will approach the selection differently from someone whose main concern is the waist or leg opening. Those preferences are worth acknowledging rather than treating as problems to overlook. Photographs can help show the intended silhouette, while written fit information can clarify details that styling alone does not explain. If a description identifies an adjustable element, its location and purpose matter more than the mere presence of an adjustment. Likewise, construction details should be evaluated for what is actually described, without assuming an unseen feature is included. When trying on a swimsuit, the overall impression comes from several small observations: where seams sit, how edges lie, whether the proportions feel right, and whether the amount of coverage matches expectations. A suit that looks appealing on a hanger may not be the preferred shape once worn, and a simpler design may turn out to be the more satisfying choice. Personal preference remains central throughout. There is no single neckline, cut, or coverage level that everyone needs to favor. Thoughtful selection is less about following a prescribed look and more about finding a balance of shape, detail, and fit that feels familiar and easy to choose again. Clear product information helps make that judgment without asking a photograph to tell the whole story.

Materials, construction, and care complete the picture, but those details belong to the individual swimsuit rather than to the category name. The fabric composition should be read as provided, with any separate information about the lining or other components considered alongside it. A fabric name by itself does not establish that a garment is waterproof, and appearance is not a substitute for a stated specification. Similarly, the presence of a pocket or closure should not be taken as evidence that it will keep its contents dry. Any such expectation requires explicit information about that particular feature. Durability also calls for a measured approach: neither a photograph nor a broad category label can establish how long a suit will last. Construction descriptions and care requirements offer more concrete points of comparison than general promises. The care label is the appropriate reference for washing, drying, and any restrictions, since a routine that suits one garment may not be appropriate for another. Before making a selection, it helps to consider whether those instructions fit the way clothing is normally cared for at home. Someone who prefers a straightforward laundry routine may weigh care requirements differently from someone accustomed to giving individual garments separate attention. That practical consideration is part of choosing well, not an afterthought. Swimwear can also be a thoughtful gift when the recipient’s size, preferred silhouette, and coverage preferences are already known. A favorite color or familiar style can make the choice personal, but guessing at fit introduces uncertainty that attractive presentation cannot resolve. For a personal purchase or a gift, the strongest starting point is the same: clear information, realistic expectations, and respect for the wearer’s preferences. A well-considered swimsuit brings together a look the wearer enjoys and details that have been checked rather than assumed. Browse with those priorities in mind, allowing the individual description to establish the facts and personal taste to shape the final choice.
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