BEDKNOBS & BAUBLES

Summer Lovin’

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Every beach getaway deserves a new swimsuit, so I was especially grateful that Orchid Boutique offered to send one over just in time for our South Carolina vacation. The shop offers an array of beach essentials and has already become my go-to destination for flattering one-piece swimsuits.

I fell for the whimsical updates on this classic navy swimsuit. There’s enough ruching to hide trouble spots and the box pleats are a welcome way to boost my small bust. A word of warning to other ladies with full hips: this suit is difficult to hike up. I had chosen my regular size (I didn’t want it to be too large on top), but I’d recommend sizing up if you’re blessed with an hourglass figure. It comes with a detachable halter strap if you’re looking for additional support.

Really, though, I felt beautiful in this swimsuit and isn’t that what matters most? (Truth be told, I didn’t feel as confident as the bikini-clad gal on the beach nearby. Her boyfriend was snapping photos of her in some awfully risque poses!)

Featured: gifted Seafolly swimsuit // Juicy Couture sunglasses // Essie “First Timer” nail polish

Currently Coveting

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Right now, I’m coveting:

  • Kate Spade’s new woven clutch in either burnt sienna or navy
  • A pair of turquoise and crystal earrings
  • A swimsuit straight out of the ’70s
  • Tropical sandals in an eclectic mix of shells and raffia
  • A quartz cuff that looks like sea glass (or rock candy)
  • A breezy tunic in an ocean hue
  • This bright botanical rug

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It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for: a brief recap of our Floridian vacation. I can never get enough oceanside lounging, especially when seashells are abound.

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The best place for shells was definitely along the rocky shore of the Blowing Rocks Preserve in Jupiter.

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Why, yes, I am holding a bag of shells. There are just a few photos of me actually looking up to appreciate the scenery. I was happier with my nose in the sand.

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Dave ventured much further out than I did.

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One final glimpse of the preserve before we continued on.

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Just south of the nature preserve was Palm Beach a.k.a. the first place I’ve ever felt poor. And yet, within 20 minutes of walking along Worth Avenue, we ducked into the Sunglass Hut and spent around $400 in the matter of minutes on two new pairs of shades.

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Although, I’m not the one with rich blood in the relationship. My white Coach aviators only cost $130.

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As expected, we spent plenty of time relaxing by the hotel pool (pictured) and the Atlantic.

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The beach entrance at the corner of A1A and Las Olas.

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The view is almost enough to convince me to move here – as long as my house is within a reasonable distance from the ocean.

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I spent entirely too much time watching the sandpipers dart in and out of the surf. They were just as excitable as children.

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A piece of coral that washed up on shore.

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One of the most interesting attractions in Fort Lauderdale is the Bonnet House Museum.

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Most of the lizards were camera shy, but Dave was able to get a close up of him.

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We went to Flamingo Gardens in Davie where I appropriately wore the flamingo-print skirt Dave gave me for Christmas. Here, I’m befriending an ibis.

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And, of course, Florida’s main attraction.

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