Best of 2003: Best Bikinis

Pilar's Beach Wear

3745 Mission Boulevard, Mission Beach

858-488-3056

Long lines in front of the dressing rooms are common, as are boyfriends and other spectators who watch those trying on suits by Body Glove ($28 to $35, pieces sold separately) as well as pedigree designer duds by Gideon Oberson and Gottex ($80 to $200, sold in two-piece sets only). The shop allows customers to mix and match tops and bottoms from different size and style selections, in order to fit every type of body including pregnant women. Also available are accessories including wraps and cover-ups ($20 to $100), visors (from $5), and beach bags ($18 to $60). Open 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.