Since I bought this suit for general swimming, not competition, I went a size smaller than I normally wear. Didn't really want a "baggy" suit (although "baggy" is definitely a relative term when you're discussing this kind of form-fitting suit). It's snug but gives me the comforting feeling that it will stay on. I like the bright colors (I have 2 of the Uglies suits and they are both BRIGHT!). All that said, I have not yet actually worn my suits in the water. I bought them both for swimming in the Sea of Cortez this summer and we're not there yet. Sure makes my butt look good, though.
Her coaches have ordered that they wear a drag suit. The cost was much better that at other sites. The bright colors work for girls. She wears them out and this is her second suit. The first one is still in use but allows her to change so that we can get the chorline out.