MadQuilter, I am a plus size also. I have been taking water exercise classes at the local YMCA for years. I loved the fit of Lands End Tugless Tanks but they did not hold up to the pool chemicals. I was in the pool 2 to 3 times a week. The instructor told the class about (www.h20wear.com). The suits cost more but they last forever! My first one I still wear is at least 5 years old. I bought a tankini last year since I am babysitting my granddaughter and have to be a quick change artist some time. The website says it takes logner for plus size suits but it's only a couple days. I got 'basic black' and it is always in style. You won't have to go thru the buying a suit torture for a long time!!