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Swimsuit designer makes a splash with flattering retro, custom looks.

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Byline: Laura Gunderson

Oct. 16--The sewing spree began after an exasperating shopping trip for a swimsuit.

Hitting store after store, Pamela Levenson couldn't find a fashionable suit that fit well -- meaning it would keep her covered if she decided to go for a swim or lean over to pick up a shell.

The Victoria, B.C., native stayed up until 4 a.m. the night before her Mexican vacation and sewed several suits in her favored retro style.

Her designs stirred rave reviews and requests from friends for their own, jump-starting the apparel industry veteran's dream of opening up her own little retail shop.

Levenson, 46, learned the ...

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