I got this suit for a trip to an all inclusive resort figuring that I would have a rotation of wear one, dry the other. I guess I didn't read the description closely since I missed that these didn't have pockets.  I am also a big guy with a 38 to 40" waist. I had trouble pulling the drawstring tight enough to not be worried if I dove into the pool or surf.  I didn't have enough time to exchange them either.  I know most of this is my own fault but wanted people to know about my experience.