Today, at a pool party, I had forgotten to bring a swim suit, so I went in in my bra and shorts. After everyone screaming and telling me to put my shirt back on, I asked, "Why? It's the same as a bikini." My best friend told me it was because no one wanted to see me topless. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I went to the pool. When I hit the water the top of my swimsuit came off so I tried to put it on underwater. The lifeguard thought I was drowning and pulled me out in front of everyone. Topless. FML
Today, I went to the beach. While I was swimming, I noticed a few really hot guys passing. Trying to be sexy, I slowly got out of the water, showing off my body. I showed a bit more than I expected when I realized my bikini bottom had fallen off. FML
Today, while at a pool party, I found out the reason I got my new, white bikini at such a bargain price; it goes completely transparent when wet. I only realized this after everyone was staring at me and whistling. FML
Today, I went swimming at a public pool. When I dove in, my speedos decided they’d had enough of me and slipped right off. I spent a minute underwater debating my life choices before realizing they’d floated to the shallow end, right next to a group of giggling kids. FML
Today, I was at a pool party. Standing outside of the pool, I was hesitant about taking my shirt off. A girl in the pool shouted, "Hey, you're not the only fat one here, don't feel bad!" I was worried about what my friends would think of my new bellybutton ring, I didn't think I'm fat. FML
Today, I was swimming in the ocean with my best friend and a giant wave came and knocked off the bottom of my bikini. My friend told me that she would go get another bottom so I could walk onto the very crowded beach. She left me for half an hour, laughing from the shore with her entire family. FML
Today, I went to the water park with my boyfriend. A swimsuit was required to go on the rides. My bikini straps somehow got torn off and I had nothing else with me. My boyfriend said, "Hell, just wear my spare shorts. You could pass as a guy with your chest". FML
Today, I went to the pool with my new white bathers. I felt really good about myself because everyone was staring at me until this hot guy came up to me and said "Dude, your bathers are see-through. You need to shave!" FML
Today, my family and I attended a pool party. I never learned to swim, so I didn't bring a suit. When someone asked why I wasn't in the pool, my sister replied in a loud voice, "She's on her period and didn't want the pool to get dirty!" Thanks. FML
Today, at the pool, I tried to impress the hot lifeguard by doing the perfect dive. Afterward, I realized my shorts were floating through the water. FML
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MR_Ray 9
would have to have seen to possibly make a comment, as there is a massive variation around underwear and body type that would dictate what was acceptable and what might make people uncomfortable.
Weslea Sanchez 12
If you can run in one or walk around in one, then you should be able to swim in one. it's not a huge deal, plus you should always do what makes you comfortable (or happy) regardless of other people's opinions because only yours should matter
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Comments (11)
Mathalamus 25
Bras are different from bikini tops. People can and will make that distinction.
Trinity Fenwick 7
not the point.
raven_of_azarath 35
Bra: thick fabric, padding, underwire, only covers boobs Bikini top: thick water safe fabric, padding, underwire, only covers boobs. Huge difference there.
Weslea Sanchez 12
If you can run in one or walk around in one, then you should be able to swim in one. it's not a huge deal, plus you should always do what makes you comfortable (or happy) regardless of other people's opinions because only yours should matter
MR_Ray 9
would have to have seen to possibly make a comment, as there is a massive variation around underwear and body type that would dictate what was acceptable and what might make people uncomfortable.
alycion 39
Definitely. Smaller on top people can get away with more of these tricks, as the bras often come in styles closer to a bikini. But they can also become see through pretty quick. Larger boobs require more attention and depending on what was being worn, could be uncomfortable for people. But in the end, people need to lighten up. Guys stare at our boobs when they are covered, but a little freedom and they get squeamish.
Major_Haywire 7
Agreed, please post a comprehensive set of photos so we can advise you properly
jbuckets_404 39
Alycion, I highly doubt that it was the MEN-folk complaining about OP's see-thru attire. It was probably their obvious stares that upset their GFs eg, OP's bff. Just sayin'
RichardPencil 32
They were afraid you’d eat all the krill and then end up beached.
JuliaKay14 33
Comment moderated for rule-breaking.
Stop commenting on fmls
MR_Ray 9
if were not supposed to comment....why is there a comment system :)
RichardPencil 32
Thanks. I’ve confronted this bully directly. We’ll see if she has the guts to reply. It’s not the first time she’s tried to deny my right to free expression.
Iamthebanzai22 21
Dude, your comment is derogatory and body-shaming to OP. That is not cool.
jbuckets_404 39
If you're sensitive to unkind remarks, then posting your FML here on this site (like many, many others) is not advisable. This is the internet after all. Just sayin'....
zoelog 10
how could you forget a suit when you're going to a pool party??? ydi
Mooglefox 24
How dare they disrespect the boobies!!
jbuckets_404 39
Unlike bikinis & swimsuits, don't bras (esp. white ones) tend to become see-thru when wet? Asking for a friend....
AnadiaRose 7
no, no they do not.
jbuckets_404 39
Yes, yes, they CAN. Read elsewhere on this pg, plz.
PhoenixChick 26
Bras are made of regular fabirc, that becomes more transparante when wet. Bikinis are made of thicker, waterproof material that does not become transparant. Bras are made of non-stretchy materials (usually) and use elastic bands to hold on. This means that in vigrouos movement they will not conform exactly along with the body, which is fine when they are UNDER CLOTHES. Bikinis are made entirely of stretchy material to conform to the skin so you don't keep flashing side boob whenever you move in the when wet. Bras are padded with material that soaks up water and retains it, causing the to droop and sag when saturated. Bikinis, if padded at all, use material that does no absorb water. THEY ARE NOT THE SAME THING
BurnInDemonFire 39
No, but they both do the same job - hide boobs from prudes who think that a woman going topless is something to be ashamed of. Boobs are awesome. Except man boobs. If men can go topless, women should have that same freedom. And we can definitely do without guys who think dick pics are a good idea, too. In short, OP was fine to wear her underwear if she so chose.
LadyRen 20
It’s the connotation. Bikinis are meant to be seen but many people view underwear as private, even if they’re the same shape and such.
BurnInDemonFire 39
Again, prudes.
jbuckets_404 39
No, swimwear is designed to still be visually-appealing/ -neutral when wet; underwear isn't ... and it shows - more ways than one....
Cat Michele Davila 3
In my friend circle, I'm the only one that doesn't go topless. It's normal and should be normalized. I get that's not what you planned on doing, I'm just saying those guests should take it down a notch.
MR_Ray 9
can i be part of your friend group haha