March 26, 2008

Swimming in a Velvet Sea

Letruc Swimwear

Things you don’t want your bathing suit to be remembered for: tacky rhinestones, overt skimpiness, transparency.

It’s no cinch to find something without such flaws, but you can count on Letruc to cover all your bases. Started by designer cousins Melissa Halleran and Mary Lago, the line formerly known as Cusp was reinvented this spring with all the right details.

Double knots and gathering help to enhance the smaller bust, while fuller figures will appreciate the fashionable high-waisted bottoms. Colors ranging from pure black to navy blues and midnight leaf mean options are endless, while sheer, matching cover-ups round out the line.

They’ve arrived just in time for your spring escape; it should be a vacation to remember.

For all the right reasons.

Available at Mahri, 215 Newbury Street, Back Bay (617-437-0110). To see styles, go to letrucswim.com.