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9 Swimsuits for Your Beach Getaway

January 10, 2018 by jessica 2 Comments

I was looking through my archives and came across this post, which has me daydreaming about another tropical trip. It’s likely not in the cards for the foreseeable future with other travel plans on the books. (We have London in April, and likely Portland and Washington D.C. this summer when Dave needs to travel for work. I’ll fly out for a long weekend if my work schedule allows.) If you’re one of the lucky ones with an ocean getaway on the horizon, I rounded up nine of my favorite swimsuits to consider this year.

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Haight Tie-Waist Swimsuit | Allihop Ruffled One-Piece Swimsuit | LOFT Ruffled One-Piece Swimsuit

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Dorina Striped Swimsuit | Made by Dawn bikini top & bottoms | Tabula Rasa bikini

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Allihop bikini top & bottoms | Old Navy wrap-front halter swimsuit | Made by Dawn bikini top & bottoms

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The Coveted

June 6, 2017 by jessica 2 Comments

We finally picked out our first piece of art for our new home: Sombras by Lulaloo. It’s moodier than I had planned on, but Dave put the kibosh on adding more tropical-inspired artwork to our ever-growing collection of beach prints. I may have grumbled at our first design compromise for the new house, but it really is a gorgeous, sophisticated piece that will serve as the focal point of the room — especially since we’re going big with the 44-inch square print! I can’t wait to see it in person. Elsewhere in the house, we’ll do a gallery wall where I’d like to add this sweet print by Aspacia Kusulas.

Look for Less: Marysia One-Piece Swimsuit

April 20, 2017 by jessica 4 Comments

Lydia’s comment on yesterday’s post prompted me to go on an Internet scavenger hunt last night to find affordable alternatives to the Marysia swimsuits we all love. It’s definitely easier to find scalloped-edged bikinis, so I focused my hunt on one-piece bathing suits, which I love more anyway. (Seriously, why bother killing yourself at the gym just to get a summer-ready bikini body? Pack it all in a one-piece, grab an umbrella cocktail, and call it a day! #MoreToLifeThanAbs 😉 ) I bypassed quite a few cheap-looking versions and narrowed it down to three I felt were the best “inspired by” swimsuits that look like they cost more than they do. The key was finding options with a textured fabric, which is characteristic of a lot of Marysia suits.

First up, this black one-shoulder swimsuit that comes in at just $39.99. It has quite the flirty back! It’s also available in magenta.

Next, a bright poppy bathing suit. This is the most expensive of the group at $99.99, but it’s still a far cry from dropping over $300 on a swimsuit. Like the black one, it doesn’t have a lot of coverage in the back. It’s also available in white and black.

And, finally, my favorite of the three: this white halter-top suit. It’s the least expensive at $28.99. It has full coverage, so you won’t need to worry if you’re rocking some love handles this year. The online description says the swimsuit is fully lined. Hopefully it’s done well enough that a dip in the pool won’t leave you overexposed!

Let me know if you try any of these! I’d love to know if they’re as great in person as I hope they are!

Summer Lovin’

June 5, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

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

For Home | For You

March 27, 2013 by jessica Leave a Comment

Is there anything more summery than this resort look? Even if you’re not jetsetting this year, CB2’s Acapulco chair and this swimsuit by Mara Hoffman turn the smallest backyard into a sanctuary (add an umbrella drink and a kiddie pool for good measure).