This spandex swim suit fits like a swim brief but looks more like swim shorts. It has a contour front seam, front lining and drawcord. It's fairly easy to sew but requires experience in sewing elastic and buttonholes. The pattern is made for waist sizes SMALL 28-30 inches (70-75 cm); MEDIUM 31-33 inches (77.5-82.5 cm); LARGE 34-36 inches (85-90 cm). Requires: 1-1/2 yards (1.37m) spandex; 1/2 yard (46 cm) swim lining; 1-1/2 yards (1.37m) of 1/2 inch (13 mm) elastic; 1-1/2 yards (46 cm) of 3/4 inch (18 mm) elastic; 2 yards (1.8m) of drawcord. Please see this note regarding fabric requirements. Level: Fairly Easy.