March 31st, 2009
Don’t look like this in your bikini?
Not a problem.
Designers have finally picked up on the fact that most women are less than confident about their bodies…especially when it comes to revealing swimwear. There’s a whole new breed of cover-ups available and best of all, they don’t look like the frumpy muumuus that used to be our only option. Here are some of my breezy favorites.
Shoshanna Monet Floral Cover-Up, $198. Perfect for hanging out poolside when you’re eating lunch (since I know squashing my thighs up against a rubber chair isn’t my best look).
Vix Swimwear Sky Pom Pom Cover-Up, $105. The little pom poms add a flirty feel and some gold hoops and a straw tote would make this a perfect beach barbecue outfit.
Ella Moss Gidget Tunic Dress, $99. I like how the deep v-neck on this tunic lends a seductive touch with long sleeves to balance it out.
March 30th, 2009
Shay Todd Bikini, 12th St. by Cynthia Vincent Red Dress, Calypso Violet Dress, Jigsaw Hat, Kaitlyn Dark Purple Dress
My week-long stay at the Westin in Ka’anapali was pure bliss and though it was my first legitimate vacation since I graduated from college, I learned some invaluable lessons:
1. I was never a rum fan prior to my trip, but I’ve since realized that a post-breakfast daiquiri is a great way to start the day.
2. Don’t check work email. This proved to be almost as relaxing as the deep tissue massage I got at the spa. Well, almost.
3. Dessert tastes way better when ordered through room service and eaten in bed.
4. Score early seats at the adult pool. No matter how tempted I was to hit the water slide, a soundtrack of babbling brooks and crashing waves was far more enjoyable than screaming kids.
5. Take note of the things that bring me joy and try to replicate once home. I loved eating outside and am now motivated to convert our dumping ground balcony into a romantic little cove for having dinner.
March 23rd, 2009
I’ve decided not to blog during my vacation to Maui so I’ll be back to writing regular posts once I return on Monday, March 30th. In the meantime, here’s a shot I took this morning at 4:30 since I’m apparently still on California time. Have a great week and you can expect lots of pictures upon my return.
xo
Emily
March 20th, 2009
Happy first day of Spring!
Once the weather warms up for good, I’ll be living in colorful little dresses that I can just throw over my head and run out the door. In the meantime though, I’ll be hopping on a plane en route to Maui for the week!
Pink: J.Crew, $68.
Red: American Eagle Outfitters, $39.50.
Orange: Gold Hawk, $341.
Yellow: Roxy, $39.50.
Green: Tibi, $425.
Blue: Black Halo, $262.50.
Purple: Torn by Ronny Kobo, $84.
Black: RVCA, $38.
xo
Emily
