When Should You Order Your Competition Bikini?

The short answer: order your competition bikini at least 4 weeks before your show date, that's our standard build time for a custom suit. If you're tighter on time, rush production is available and can get you a suit in as little as 1-2 weeks for an added fee, but the earlier you order, the more room you have if anything needs an adjustment.

What Affects Your Timeline

• Custom versus ready-to-ship. A ready-to-ship suit is already built and ships fast, a fully custom suit takes longer because it's designed and built specifically for you.
• Crystal density and design complexity. More crystals and more intricate designs take more time to build.
• Season and show calendar. Turnaround can shift during busy competition seasons when order volume is higher.
• Alterations or design changes. Any changes after your order is placed can add time, the earlier those are locked in, the smoother the build.

Our Current Turnaround

Custom suits typically take 4 weeks to build. If your show date is closer than that, rush production is available and can get your suit built in as little as 1-2 weeks for an added fee. Ready-to-ship suits move faster since the design work is already done, you just need sizing.

If you're on a tight timeline, reach out before you order, we'll tell you honestly what's realistic for your show date.

A Simple Rule of Thumb

If you know your show date, that's the moment to start the process, not a deadline to work backward from at the last minute. Booking a free design consultation early gives you time to make good decisions about color, crystals, and fit without rushing, and leaves room for any adjustments before you're on stage.

Common Questions

What if my show date is coming up fast?
Reach out directly and let us know your timeline, we'll tell you honestly what's realistic and what your best options are.

Does a rush order cost more?
Yes, rush production is available for an added fee and can get your suit built in as little as 1-2 weeks instead of the standard 4.

Can I order a ready-to-ship suit if I'm short on time?
Yes, ready-to-ship suits are built to ship faster than a custom order since the design work is already done, you just need sizing.