hi ian - i've had mine (a bodyglove) for about 3 years now..probs should be getting a new one as it's stretched a bit about the knees and elbows but apart from that it's ok. c-skins are a great make i think tho! mine is blind-stitched but i reckon if ur missus is only wanting it for "casual" use (ie: not in the sea every weekend) i reckon you don't need a top quality blind-stitched suit. give someone at a surf shop a call, i know that jay at secret spot in scarborough is good as are the guys at cayton bay
good luck - and have fun in the water with your good lady
xx