{"product_id":"whale-shark-beaded-top-slots","title":"Whale Shark Beaded Top Slots","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the Whale Shark Beaded Top shown in the photos, this listing is for a fully custom-made design created to match your individual vision, tail, and measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a fully cast silicone top, the only silicone elements on this design are the whale shark pieces themselves. The majority of the top is constructed from hand-sewn beadwork, shells, pearls, and decorative accents. Because of this, this design can be customized for a much wider range of sizes, from A cup through larger cup sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor larger cup sizes, additional whale shark pieces may be added along the inner seam for additional coverage and balance, but this depends on the final design and size requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom Design Process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce your order is placed, I will contact you via email from \u003ca href=\"mailto:tigersharkmermaid@gmail.com\"\u003etigersharkmermaid@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e to begin the design process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can send:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos of an existing mermaid tail for color inspiration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple tails you’d like combined into one design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mood board or color palette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral themes, aesthetics, or ocean-inspired concepts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe whale sharks themselves can be customized in nearly any color combination, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic whale shark coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFantasy color schemes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetallic finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor-shift inspired designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTail-matched color palettes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach top is individually designed and no two tops will be exactly alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese tops require extensive hand sewing and material sourcing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery bead, shell, pearl, and accent is individually selected and sewn onto the top by hand. I often source materials from multiple suppliers and stores to find the closest match possible to your chosen color palette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated production time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2–4 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that production times may vary depending on material availability and shipping times for supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBra Base Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis design can be constructed on:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-cut U-shaped bra base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional underwire bra base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWireless bra base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this design relies heavily on beadwork rather than a full silicone cast, it offers more flexibility in shaping, coverage, and customization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrap Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may choose from the following strap styles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvisible strap material (recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-way stretch mesh tie-back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeoprene swimsuit fabric tie-back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishnet tie-back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the original bra straps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBand Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou may choose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvisible band (recommended)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD-ring band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the original bra band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf selecting the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD-ring band option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you must also choose a tie-back material such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4-way stretch mesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeoprene swimsuit fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishnet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFit Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the beadwork can add weight to the finished piece, I typically recommend the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einvisible strap and invisible band option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the most secure fit and support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter your order is placed, please watch for an email from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:tigersharkmermaid@gmail.com\"\u003etigersharkmermaid@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe email address attached to your order should be one that you regularly check and can respond to, as I will use it for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurement requests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign planning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor approvals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProgress updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinal construction details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour top will not begin production until sizing and design details have been confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tiger Shark Mermaid Ventures LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53474595897657,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/1475\/0265\/files\/IMG-3895.png?v=1781640848","url":"https:\/\/tigersharkmermaid.com\/products\/whale-shark-beaded-top-slots","provider":"Tiger Shark Mermaid Ventures LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}