Hapari makes swimsuit shopping a happy experience
June 4th, 2009
When I think of Hapari I think “happy” and not just because the two words sound so much alike. Swimsuit season always brings with it a few nasty side effects: the dreaded glare of the fluorescent lights in the dress room; the shock of pale white skin; the sheer exhaustion of trying on numerous suits to finally find one you like well enough to wear in public. Okay, I’ll stop there before I break out in hives!
Fortunately I’ve discovered a line of swimsuits sure to turn this year’s swimsuit shopping into a much more pleasant experience. Hapari Swimwear offers a fabulously stylish, flattering-yet-modest line of tankinis and bikinis sure to keep those nasty side effects at bay. You can mix and match any bottom with any top and every tankini top can be worn three different ways: halter, tank, and criss cross!
Though their two most popular tankinis are the GNO V-neck tankini (pictured above, left) and the Mango Mudd Sport tankini (pictured at right), I chose the Blue Luau V-neck tankini (v-neck styles look better on me since I have broad shoulders) with the coordinating bottom to test for this review–I just couldn’t resist the red with white polka dots! I had totally planned to wear this while visiting my girlfriend in Florida but it rained all but one day I was there, and the one day we went to the beach I was going for all the sun I could get (i.e. I wore my tiniest bikini–and fried my stomach in the process, but that’s another story!).
I did try on the suit and found myself actually enjoying what I saw in the mirror rather than cringing from it. The suit fit really well and was truly flattering. I could tell it was made from high-quality fabric and with high-quality construction. I also checked out one of Hapari’s unique features: pockets for silicone breast inserts or “Illusions.” If I want to look anything like the model in the picture I better pick up a pair!
Hapari also has swimsuits for men and junior girls and boys. One other fun fashion find from Hapari is their Shores line. Shores is a collection of half tees that “provide a comfortable layered look without the extra bunching and bulk of a full-length layered tee.” I am really excited about this tee and here’s why. I have a couple dress under which I have to wear a cami or layering tee and every time that tank or tee starts riding up under my dress. By the time a couple hours have passed my waist looks twice as thick 
as it did when I first got dressed! I’m constantly going into the bathroom to pull it back down. So if your first thought of Shores was mine (”a half shirt? didn’t those go out of style a long time ago?”) I beg you to think twice. With summer’s full-on heat almost here do you really want multiple layers over your entire torso?
I believe a good swimsuit is worth the investment and Hapari Swimwear makes more than a few good suits. If you are looking for stylish tankini swimwear visit Hapari.com. Money may not buy happiness but a good swimsuit sure will! –Emily
*** Giveaway!!! Hapari Swimwear is giving away one tankini and one Shore tee, winner’s choice! Please visit Hapari.com and leave a comment telling us your favorite swimsuit style. Please include a valid email address for our drawing. We’ll draw the winner from the comments and contact her via email. Deadline: June 12, 2009 (midnight). The winner will have 24 hours to claim her prize or a new winner will be chosen.
* Congratulations to Lisa S., the winner of the Hapari giveaway! Thank you to everyone who took the time to read the review and add a comment. Keep reading the Daily Dish for your chance to participate in more giveaways!
June 5th, 2009 at 5:35 am
I love the sport tankini. I have one that in a similar style that is 10 years old and it’s flattering but covers everything.
June 5th, 2009 at 8:49 am
I love the Vintage V Neck Tankini. Love the halter style top! It is so cute. After losing close to 100 pounds this summer, I have been looking for a new bathing suit. This is so cute. Hope I win!
June 5th, 2009 at 2:59 pm
Wow their swimwear is so awesome! I just visited their website and I’m loving the suits available, will have to make a purchase!
Thanks for the sweet review and ROCKIN’ giveaway!!!
June 5th, 2009 at 3:14 pm
I never thought of using a half shirt that way! Brilliant!
June 5th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
I went to the website and got so distracted by the amazing suits, I ordered one and then almost forgot to come back here and enter the giveaway! I had such a hard time deciding. I chose the zebra suit. But, if I win, I am getting the giraffe too!
Yay for a rockin’ giveaway!
missy
June 5th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
I absolutely loved the Mardi Gras Butterfly Tankini. The colors and print are just wonderful! If I were to win the giveaway though, I would donate it to a friend of mine who just had a double mastectomy for her to get her first post surgery suit. Thank you for the opportunity!
June 5th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
I would definately look sexy sch-mexy in the Giraffe sport tankini! oooooh! rockin’ the pool time in that number!
June 5th, 2009 at 10:23 pm
Love the Maui VNeck Tankini. They’re all pretty awesome though.
June 5th, 2009 at 10:38 pm
I like the GNO V Neck Tankini! I so need a new suit too.
June 6th, 2009 at 8:28 am
My fave is the Aqua Bay Sport Tankini.
crystal_reagan at hotmail dot com
June 6th, 2009 at 10:52 am
Love these Tankinis. I’m a big fan of the floral prints. Super cute! krust37@yahoo.com. Thanks for the fun giveaway!
June 6th, 2009 at 11:06 am
I love them all. The blue ones are all very pretty.
missbroncos1@yahoo.com
June 7th, 2009 at 6:49 pm
I love the Blue Aloha V Neck Tankini! jyl.pattee AT comcast DOT net
June 8th, 2009 at 12:36 am
Love the Cream Shore (Crop Top) and Regular Red and White Polka Bottoms. Thank you!
June 8th, 2009 at 9:14 am
I like the Mango Mudd Bikini With Brown Band with the regular brown bottoms.
June 8th, 2009 at 9:47 am
The V-neck tankini is definitely my favorite style. I like the Zebra one the best!
June 8th, 2009 at 11:46 am
I loved the V neck Giraffe tankini! What a fabulous style.
June 8th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
I really like the Brown Dot Scoop tankini and I like the blue and green shore tees.
bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
June 8th, 2009 at 1:32 pm
I love the GNO Butterfly Tankini.
June 8th, 2009 at 2:40 pm
Zebra V Neck Tankini is my fav!
June 8th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
My favorite is the The Mango Mudd Sport swimsuit. I also like the
June 8th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
The V-Neck Tankini Style is certainly very flattering, even for this mom of four. I like animal prints, I like the Zebra.
June 8th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
I like the Vintage V Neck Tankini!
June 8th, 2009 at 5:12 pm
V Neck Tankini of course!
June 8th, 2009 at 5:36 pm
I love, love, love the Maui Vneck Tankini. W-O-W, how cute is that! Almost makes you want to shop for swimwear!
June 8th, 2009 at 10:11 pm
I love the GNO Butterfly Tankini! It is a really pretty design!
June 9th, 2009 at 10:10 am
I loved the Red Aloha Sport Tankini. Bright red is my favorite color to wear!
June 9th, 2009 at 9:03 pm
My favorite is the GNO “Girls Night Out” V Neck Tankini. Thanks for the great giveaway!
June 10th, 2009 at 7:42 pm
I like the Aqua Bay V Neck Tankini. They have a wonderful selection! Thanks!
June 11th, 2009 at 12:45 am
I love the Maui Vneck Tankini! Thanks for the chance!
June 11th, 2009 at 11:13 am
The Maui VNeck Tankini is my favorite!
June 11th, 2009 at 1:44 pm
Like the Giraffe Sport Tankini and the aqua sassy skirt
June 11th, 2009 at 8:32 pm
The Red Aloha Sport Tankini. I like the straight/scoop neck look of it.
June 11th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
I like the Aqua Bay Sport Tankini. I loved the color and it’s actually modest.
June 11th, 2009 at 10:54 pm
i loved the Mardi Gras Butterfly Tankini it is so pretty i really love the idea of these thanks for the giveway tina eaglesforjack@gmail.com
June 12th, 2009 at 10:49 am
I really like the Brown Dot V Neck Tankini… after having my second child a few months ago it would be like a dream to find a swimsuit that I would actually be okay with wearing in public this summer. Thanks!
June 12th, 2009 at 12:57 pm
My wife would love if I won her a new swimsuit! I think her favorite would be the the Brown Dot V Neck Tankini. Thanks.
csundell AT uwalumni DOT com
June 12th, 2009 at 2:30 pm
The Brown Dot V Neck Tankini is my favorite, not too flashy but a fun print! Thanks.
itrigonis[at]gmail[dot]com
June 12th, 2009 at 3:25 pm
Love these fun swimsuits! I like the tankini style, my fave is the beautiful GNO “Girls Night Out” V Neck tankini!
June 12th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
I like the aqua bay sport one the best — although there are several that I really like, too, like the mardi gras and blue aloha
June 12th, 2009 at 9:10 pm
I like the Vintage V-Neck Tankini with the Hot Shorts Brown Bottoms. Thanks for the chance!
lmarston AT yahoo DOT com
June 12th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
The mango mud and the brown dot scoop tankini are really cute.
June 12th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
I love the Cali Palms Butterfly Tankini.