When I first learned of the existence of separate women’s and men’s beaches, my next question was, “So does that mean women can wear whatever they want? Or go topless? Or go nude?” Of course upon further education, I learned that modest beachwear is preferable even on separate beaches or during separate swimming hours. And for the haredi crowd, nothing beats a shvimkleid (swim dress), like the one to the right, for modesty. That, a terry cloth turban, black shoes that go with everything, and you’re set.
For an account of impromptu hashgacha pratis in Miami and the importance of having a good shvimkleid, watch the video below. It’ll make you smile.
I did smile! But you know I didn’t understand everything she was saying. I guess I need more practice in Hareidi English.
Ilana-Davita: I know, a lotta Yiddish. I’m glad you enjoyed it nonetheless. And next time I’m in New York, I’ll have to be sure to find the cafe Cronch ‘n’ Monch; it sounds yommy.
OK, so now I want a schvimkleid. I want to see the looks on folk’s faces when I attempt a flip-turn in that thing.