Which Swimsuits Last the Longest? 3 Experts Sound Off

Just like all articles of repetitively worn clothing, swimwear will experience natural wear and tear. The best thing you can do to avoid stretching? Look for suits with spandex and shape-retention technology that will sculpt and shape to the body after every use, Freeney said. Like the name suggests, shape retention helps the suit retain its shape no matter how much activity it goes through.