Szizzle Designs creates, sews, and embellishes custom bodybuilding competition stagewear, swimwear, and unique fitness apparel. Check out our website and contact us with any questions!
Connectors
Our connectors are the best quality and strength in the industry and contain Preciosa crystals for maximum sparkle! See our FAQ page for care and cleaning instructions.
We recommend starting with your hip connector style, and then choosing coordinating neck and center connectors. Let us help you design your coordinating set: we consider metal and crystal colors, as well as shape and crystal sizes (SS#) when putting together a beautiful set!
You may use the Connector Selection form at the bottom of the page to submit your connector request!
COLOR & METAL
When choosing your connectors, you have a wide arrange of options including metal color and crystal finish. Metals come in either a silver or gold finish, and crystals come in either a clear crystal or crystal AB finish. The AB finish is a gold-based coating that pulls colors from adjacent objects. Most - not all - connector styles offer all four options, so let us know what you’d like. If you’re on the fence, we can help you select which finishes will go best with your suit and skin color!
Center (Short)
These are shorter connectors (<1”-2”) that are good for placing between top cups, or anywhere you want a little bit of sparkle with maximum comfort. Remember that shorter connectors can enhance cleavage!
Neck (Mid-Length)
These are generally 2”-4” in length and are great for use on neck straps, or as part of a multi-piece back connector design. Note that many connector styles come in various lengths, so choose the design you like best and we’ll ensure that the correct length is chosen to best fit your body proportions.
Hips (Long Length)
These are generally 5”-7” in length and are for use on the hips. As a rule of thumb, the straighter styles will look best for any division (bikini, figure, women’s physique, wellness), while more dangly connectors are generally reserved for the bikini and model divisions. Note that many connector styles come in various lengths, so choose the design you like best and we’ll ensure that the correct length is chosen to best fit your body proportions.
Back (Extra Long)
These connectors are generally >7” long and are great for use across the back for a clean, sparkly look. These are used in conjunction with a hook and/or slider on the straps. Note that many connector styles come in various lengths, so choose the design you like best and we’ll ensure that the correct length is chosen to best fit your body proportions.
Closures
These are two-piece connectors that open/hook in the center and offer a clean, sparkly look across your back. The long piece sets are 12” long, total.
Crystal Sliders
For adjustable straps. These are an upgrade to our plain gold or silver finish sliders.
Swan Hook Connectors
Sparkly alternative to a standard clear hook.
Unique Shapes
Let us use our imagination to add a creative edge to your suit!
Connector Selection
Use the submission form, below, to choose your desired connectors. We will let you know if there are any issues regarding availability or length/proportions. Please be sure to coordinate your selection with us so that we can help guide you with the best selections based on your budget and desired look!
Quality & Sparkle
We use high-quality, 12+ facet Preciosa crystals in our connectors and for our rhinestones. Preciosa is a Czech-based company that manufactures and supplies beautiful crystals directly to our supplier in NYC. They offer a broad color and finish range, and provide consistent, clear color that sparkles like crazy on-stage!