This is just for costume purposes only, sadly. I wish it was a real swimsuit. But it's nice if you're a guy who wants to pose in a green borat mankini. I'm pretty sure this mankini in particular was tailored for the borat actor Sasha.. and he's a tall dude. So if you're not close to 6' feet tall, then this probably won't fit you that well. I got this for my boyfriend who is 6'2. Looks grand on him. I tried it on once, I'm 5'2, and the crotch part of it covered up to my belly button. But anyway, this is still a cool article of clothing to own :) I'd give it 5 stars if this mankini were able to get wet without being soiled.