If I order online, when will I get my suit?
Our “Quick Ship” items ship within 2 business days, alterations and custom orders will ship within 2-6 weeks. * Contact us to rush order any suit for an additional charge.
How Do Custom Suits Work?
Place your custom order inquiry and we will reach out to you to confirm any details about the timeline, design or budget. Then send you an invoice for half down now and half when the suit is ready to ship. Once the deposit is paid we get to work and will let you know when the suit is completed and the invoice is ready to be paid, then shipped out 2-6 weeks before your show. You can expect custom suits to be about $100 more than similar suits listed on site.
How Do I Check in on my Suit?
You can join our VIP group which gives you real time updates on your suits including , sketches, swatches, pictures, and videos! No matter what, we will always inquire if any design questions come up during the process to ensure we capture your vision. The VIP group also includes an 8 week video series that will coach you through numerous aspects of prep. There is no need to check in on us during the design process, if you do, please respond to the email chain from the initial suit inquiry.
Can I practice posing in my suit?
Our suits are made right here in the USA with high quality materials, but your suit is a work of art meant to shine and highlight your physique on show day. The connectors and rhinestones are not meant for the daily wear and tear of posing practice. A suit can be worn for dozens of shows if you take care of it properly by laundering properly right after the show and eliminating the use of glue.
Suit Laundering
How do I wash my competition bikini suit?
A) Follow along the instructions in this video: bit.ly/washyoursuit
B) Leave it to us and enter your suit into our ConSHINEment program
Glue vs Tape
Do I need to Glue my suit?
If a suit fits you properly, there is no need to glue or tape. If you want your suit to stay in place you can certainly use carpet tape.
Where do I glue my competition suit?
A common place to tape/glue your suit is on the edges of your suit bottoms. Be sure to place the suit where it naturally lies or your will risk it coming off and leaving a mark from your show tan.
Tape or Glue?
We prefer to use tape over glue because it is doesn’t damage the suit. It is also easier to apply and remove off of your body.
Other Questions?
Send us an email info@shinebikini.com
Do You Do Alterations?
ALTERATIONS
Connector Flip $25
NECK:
New neck Clasp($25)
Top connectors ($25 to flip) + cost of connector-price varies ($1-10+ per) and new ties ($10)
Top Rib cage:
Cut and clasp($20)
Center front connector ($15)and new strap with ties ($25)
Bottoms:
Scrunch butt($30)
pre tape ($5)
Postage: $15 if we mail back all three suits, $10 if its two, $5 if its one.