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Second in difficulty only to denim is bathing suit shopping—and finding a store with a decent selection and non-offensive lighting in New York City is tough. Fortunately, there are a handful of great stores that get the tough job done. We've rounded up thirteen of them for all your swim-related needs: whether you're in the market for a figure-flattering one-piece, a teeny-weeny two-piece, or just something that simultaneously fits your top and your bottom.