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Carol would take and wear almost everything off the runway if it were easily accessible. She has a passion for seasonal trends and celebrity style and always has the low-down on fashion do’s and don’ts.
By carol on December 13, 2010
The stars descended upon Washington, DC recently for the Kennedy Center Honors Gala and at least one of them was wearing one of this season’s hottest colors. Gwen Stefani, accompanied by her No Doubt band members, was the picture of fun elegance wearing a simple design with a punch of color. Yellow is proving to [...]
Posted in Celebrities | Tagged banana tea party, betsey johnson 2011, betsey johnson swimwear, designer swimwear, gwen stefani, gwen stefani kennedy center, yellow swimsuit
By carol on December 11, 2010
This week has seen hundreds of fashion shows with pre-fall looks, and as style junkies we’re checking out the hot trends for next year. Some of the biggest things we’re seeing on this years’ runways are exotic prints and embroidered pieces. Designer swimwear always brings to mind private beaches and poolside cabanas, but this year [...]
Posted in Trends | Tagged agua bendita swimwear, beaded swimsuit, bendita carosella, chanel pre-fall, designer swimwear, embroidered swimsuit, exotic swimsuits, exotic swimwear
By carol on December 10, 2010
It’s no secret that Lady Gaga likes to shock her fans with outrageous ‘one-piece swimsuit‘ inspired outfits and costumes. Her unique style is quickly garnering her a reputation as one of the most influential style icons of the moment. Though we generally don’t dress quite as extravagantly as this international star, we are definitely inspired [...]
Posted in Celebrities, Featured Item, Trends | Tagged lady gaga, lady gaga swimsuit, nanette lepore swimwear, pin-up swimsuit, pin-up swimwear, retro swimsuit
By carol on December 9, 2010
The holidays are fast approaching and its time to start thinking about some perfect gift ideas and swimwear looks to celebrate the season! Here are some great options for swimsuits that channel the holiday spirit:
Posted in Featured Item, Specials | Tagged designer swimwear, holiday gifts, holiday swimsuits, red swimsuits, white swimsuits
By carol on December 3, 2010
Elaine’s Mission
Elaine Turner is dedicated to creating an accessible luxury fashion experience that offers women the opportunity to escape life while feeling beautiful, empowered and happy all at the same time. Her beach handbags offer a chic yet elegant option for completing your beachwear look.
Elaine’s Story
In 2000, after having spent several years in New [...]
Posted in Expert Interviews | Tagged beach bags, Beach Handbags, Elaine Turner, Elaine Turner Handbags
By carol on December 2, 2010
Even though winter is fast approaching and we do love mittens, hot cocoa, and the occasional snow flurry, we are truly warm weather admirers at heart. This year, we’ve decided to bring our own slice of springtime cheer a little bit early with brand-new swimsuits from Sofia by ViX. This up-and-coming new brand is the [...]
Posted in Designers | Tagged bandeau swimsuit, bandeau top, paula hermanny bandeau top, sofia by vix, swimsuits, Vix Swimwear
By carol on November 29, 2010
News broke last week that Prince William had officially proposed to girlfriend Kate Middleton after 8 years of dating and immediately set the fashion world abuzz with talk of this up-and-coming princess and fashion icon. To announce the engagement, the future Queen of England wore a royal blue wrap dress that showed off her svelte [...]
Posted in Celebrities, Featured Item, What's New & Hot | Tagged badgley mischka 2011, badgley mischka swimwear, draped one-piece, kate middleton, prince william, royal style
By carol on November 22, 2010
A couple weeks ago, we talked about convertible swimsuits and how they can be changed or styled differently to offer a new look. Well, we’re back with a second installment to show you more options for converting your swimsuit from one style to another.
A great convertible suit option is the Rocker Girl Bikini by Sabz [...]
Posted in Chic Tips, Trends | Tagged adjustable swimwear, agua bendita 2011, convertible swimwear, sabz luxury, salinas swimwear
By carol on November 11, 2010
Ever get bored of putting on the same swimsuit and wish you could switch up your favorite style to give it a new, updated feel? Well, don’t fret, because we have the perfect solution: convertible swimsuits! What exactly is a convertible swimsuit, you ask? Convertible suits are pieces that can be styled and worn in [...]
Posted in Chic Tips | Tagged adjustable swimwear, agua bendita 2011, agua bendita swimwear, changeable swimwear, convertible swimsuits, dynamic swimwear
By carol on October 27, 2010
One of our favorite style crushes, Keira Knightley, totally wowed us on the red carpet at the recent London Premiere of ‘Never Let Me Go’. Stunning in a Chanel Haute Couture gown (it definitely pays to be the Chanel muse and friends with Karl Lagerfeld!), she is right on trend in her nude dress with [...]
Posted in Celebrities, Trends, What's New & Hot | Tagged celebrity style, cut-outs, fringe, keira knightley, keira knightley chanel, l*space swimwear 2011, monokinis, nude trend, stardust beige monokini
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