5 Trendy Bathing Suit Styles For All Body Types

All bodies are not created equal, but still, as women, we spend a great deal of time criticizing every piece of our body. The last thing we should be doing during the summer season is dreading putting on a bathing suit, when we should be soaking up the sun and enjoying ourselves with friends and family.

Just like not all bodies are created equal, not all bathing suits are made equal either. Whether you are petite or plus-size, there is a flattering bathing suit for your body type! I’ve generated a list of 5 trendy bathing suit styles for virtually any body shape and size:

Long & Lean

For a long and lean body type, finding bathing suits with patterns, ruffles or other designs are key. Finding a top with ruffles, fringe and busy patterns will give the illusion of a larger bust and the same goes for bottoms. Push-up detailing and padded bikini tops will be your best-kept secret! Here are a few bathing suits that are perfect for a long and lean body:

Lace Up Bikini Set

This chic blue printed bikini set is perfect for a slim figure as it features a vibrant color pattern with a removal padded bra. It laces up the back and has cutout detailing on the front. The bottoms feature the same space pattern with a bit of a high-rise fit.

Lightly Lined Underwire Bikini Top

This bikini top provides amazing underwire support. It has natural shaping for an enhanced look and features a gorgeous orange and white floral print. It also ties in the back for added dimension. Pair this top with any solid bottoms or grab the matching set to complete the look.

Curvy

High-waisted bottoms are totally on trend and work almost like spanx to provide comfort and control from your navel down. If you have a bottom-heavy figure, find bold patterns or colors on top that draw attention upward. If you’re wanting a full one piece, opt for bathing suits with a higher cut leg line. Here are a few great bathing suit options for a curvy body frame:

Color Block One Piece

This mix of black and lavender color blocking patchwork is gorgeous. The scrunched detailing in all of the right places make this swimsuit super flattering and stylish. It features adjustable straps for all bust sizes and a push-up style cup for added support.

Ruched High-Waisted Bikini Bottom

These plus size bikini bottoms feature tummy slimming, high-waisted ruched sides that are very flattering. This high rise style sits on your natural waistline. Pair these bottoms with a tankini top or a bikini top with patterns for a super cute and trendy look.

Expecting

Expecting a sweet bundle of joy doesn’t mean you still can’t hit the sun in style this season. For a growing belly, opt for a low-rise style swimsuit to accommodate your belly comfortably. If you’re wanting a one-piece bathing suit, try finding one with a scrunched waist to support your belly and grow with you during the remainder of your pregnancy. Check out these super cute swim styles for any pregnant body:

Wrap Front Maternity Tankini

This tankini top is available in several colors and features a triangle faux wrap bust. The straps are adjustable and can easily be work a variety of ways for comfort and support. This tankini top has ruched sides for your growing belly. Pair this tankini top with the matching bottoms or opt for something more comfortable like low-cut boy short style swim bottoms.

Ruffle Trim Ruched One-Piece

This ruffle trim one-piece maternity swimsuit is available in black and lavender and features ruched sides for a flattering fit. It is double lined to prevent sheerness and has adjustable straps that are both convertible and removable for a variety of looks. This swimsuit also features padded cups on the bust for extra support. I’m really loving the way the ruffle trim really accentuates that sweet baby belly.

Athletic

For an athletic build, the goal is to give the illusion of more curves and accentuate your toned legs. A monokini is the perfect style swimsuit as well as anything with embellishments that will add femininity to your frame. Here are a few super cute swimsuit styles for an athletic build:

Halter Style Monokini

This one-piece halter style monokini features a built-in fabric shelf bra, moderate rear coverage, and crochet detailing throughout. It has an open back and ties behind the neck and back. It’s available in multiple colors and designs to fit any style and personality.

Lace-Up Floral One-Piece

This swimsuit is such a chic design that fits and flatters all body types. The floral watercolor print is feminine, which is perfect for an athletic build and the crisscrossed lacing adds a plunging front. This swimsuit features a scooped back with the crisscrossed lacing continued to match the front. It has adjustable shoulder straps for comfort and removable molded cups to accommodate all bust sizes.

Petite

The key to finding the perfect swimsuit for a petite body frame is to try elongating the torso and add dimension to your top to balance out your shorter mid-section. Low-rise bottoms are perfect for making your torso appear longer and halter straps are great for drawing attention to your neck and shoulders. Here are a few of my favorite bikini styles for petite body frames:

Crochet High Neck Halter Top

Available in army green, black, blue and tan this high-neck crochet halter bikini top is the perfect style for a petite body frame. It features a hidden bandeau top beneath the crochet overlay and includes a molded foam cup with supportive underwire for a push-up look. It also ties behind the neck for a nice fit that will make people skim over your shorter mid-section. Pair this top with any low-rise bikini bottom to finish off your swimsuit.

Low Rise Ribbed Bikini Bottoms

These versatile, low rise bikini bottoms come in a ribbed fabric adding texture to such a basic swim piece. The low-rise feature provides the illusion of a longer torso, which is perfect for a petite frame. It is available in white, burgundy and red which will make it super simple to match with a coordinating top. Remember to find a top that accentuates your neckline and shoulders like a halter style bikini top or one with strap detailing.
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October 25, 2018February 21, 2021

Flashback of Top 6 Trendy Fashion Ideas

The season is changing and so is fashion. Catch up! 6 trendiest fall trends of 2018.

The leaves are changing. The temperatures are dropping. And with Halloween and Thanksgiving right around the corner, all these signs can only indicate one thing…Autumn has commenced once again!

And if you haven’t already done so, it’ll soon be time to bust out your winter coat, scarves, and hats.

Still, there’s plenty of autumn left to soak up before the snow falls. So, what are some fall trends you can rock in the coming weeks?

Here are 6 fall fashion trends to enjoy this season!

Timeless Fall Colors

Fall fashion is all about embracing the changing colors and weather. And as far as colors go, there’s always been an emphasis on red, brown, yellow, and orange.

Lots of women tend to dye their hair darker this time of year. Many will blend red hues with chestnut or chocolate coloring, for example. This is also the time of year to swap out your pastel shadows and lip gloss for brown palettes and red lip stains.

This is the time of year to pack away your white and pastel-colored statement pieces. But that’s not to say you can’t incorporate a little white in your fall wardrobe, either. White and beige camisoles are some basic items that’ll help you stay stylish this fall.

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Rust, Mustard Yellow, & Magenta

We’re also seeing a lot more magenta with 2018 fall fashion trends. Magenta lipstick and magenta eyeshadow are popular fall makeup looks you can have fun with this autumn.

Mustard yellow is another statement-making fall color you can work into your wardrobe. For example, mustard yellow platform shoes or clutches make great ensembles.

If you take a look at this product, you’ll see a strong presence of magenta, mustard yellow, rusty red, and maroon. Combining any combination of these colors can also work for any outfit — casual or formal.

Fuchsia is another popular color you can expect to see more of this fall. So, if you’re not feeling a dark red or purple lipstick, swap them out for hot pink instead!

Plaid Overcoats

If you’re looking to splurge on a new coat, now is the time to do so before the frost arrives! There are a lot of plaid overcoats with fall 2018 fashion trends. And they’re the perfect option for business and casual wear alike.

Most plaid overcoats this season appear as if they’re designed for men. But many women’s clothing designers have feminized them for both catwalks and stores. You can expect to find a lot of plaid overcoats in gray, red, black, and beige.

Some coats are longer and have broader shoulder padding and sleeves than others. You can find others with more defined silhouettes, depending on your personal preference. Whatever style you choose for your overcoat, be sure to pair it with matching mittens, scarf, and hat!

Billowy & Animal Print Dresses

This fall season, you can expect to see a lot of clothing articles reminiscent of the 1960’s and 1970’s. Billowy, prairie-style floral dresses are in this season. They’re the perfect choice for going apple picking or out to a restaurant.

The majority of these dresses come long-sleeved and fall just below the knee. Although billowy, ones made with silk and chiffon are very fitting. Look for ones with brown-blush palettes and pair them with brown heeled boots.

If prairie-dresses aren’t your style, never fear! There’s more sleek attire with 2018 fall fashion trends. And we’re seeing a homage to the 1980’s with lots of dresses this season.

Whether long or short, animal print dresses are in again this season. So are neon-hued, holographic ruffled dresses. Pair your dress with a soft leather jacket and you’ll be sure to turn heads.

Additionally, animal print coats are in style this autumn and winter. So, if you’re a fan of zebra, cheetah, or leopard prints, you’re in luck and can rock a printed coat all winter long!

Printed Silk Scarves

If you’re going to rock a plaid overcoat this autumn, there’s nothing better than pairing it with a silk scarf.

Printed silk scarves a classic choice making a big comeback this autumn. They’re perfect for outdoor and indoor wear. And some popular patterns we’re seeing are plaid, polka-dots, and floral. We’re also seeing lots of printed scarves made with loose, fringed ends.

You don’t have to worry about matching your printed silk scarf with your coat, either. This autumn, fall trends are all about mixing and clashing…in small doses.

Colored Sunglasses

Just because there may be leaves or snow on the ground doesn’t mean you can’t wear sunglasses. This season, put your standard brown or black sunglasses away. Swap them for something more colorful.

Though they may seem more appropriate for the spring and summer, tinted sunglasses are in. Rectangular, round, and oval-shaped frames are particularly popular. And many designers are using rosy, sky blue, and orange lenses instead of black.

Layer Up!

Not only should you wear layers to block out the gusty cold winds this autumn and fall. If we’ve learned anything from the hottest catwalks this season, layering up is IN!

Parkas, overcoats, puffy jackets – you name it. The key to looking stylish this season is to make sure you stay cozy and warm.

Underneath your jacket, make a statement by wearing a solid-colored cardigan… and throw on a printed silk scarf while you’re at it!

Stay Stylish with Fall Trends This Autumn

Autumn isn’t over yet! There’s still plenty of time to rock these fall 2018 fashion trends. You can continue to do so well into winter!

Be sure to stay tuned for more tips on how to stay stylish throughout the colder months. Bundle up with these fall trends and let us know in the comments what your favorite looks are this season.

And in the meantime, don’t let your skin dry out due to the colder weather. Check out these 6 skin care tips to help your skin stay moisturized and glowing well into the warm months!

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October 21, 2018

Buying a Second Hand Luxury Bag

4 Things to look for when buying a second-hand luxury bag

While it is a crime to buy some pre-owned items like underwear that is not the case for luxury bags. In fact, you can get a pre-owned bag that is almost new at a lower price than you expected. So, what are some of the important things to look for when buying a second-hand luxury bag?

The texture and stitching of the bag

When buying a second-hand luxury bag, it is easy to get enticed into buying a counterfeit one. So, when buying your bag, make sure you check to see if the stitches are well-aligned inside and outside. To make sure you know exactly what to look for, visit a store that sells genuine bags of the brand you are looking to buy. Feel the texture and weight of the bag and be keen at the small details like stitches and seams. This way, it will be easy for you to know whether the second-hand luxury bag you want to buy is genuine or fake.

Familiarize yourself with good reselling sites

Get browsing and look for reliable reselling stores online. You will find a ton of them but you will have to do thorough background checks to ensure that whatever choice you make is a reliable one. Once you find a trusted website, find out how they price their bags, what their return policy is, what fee they charge to it to you, and other important details that will help make your purchase a smooth process.

Authentication tag

Second-hand luxury bags, just like new ones, will have a proper authentication tag. This is a good way to ensure that your bag is not fake. Also, you should be aware the method your brand uses to authenticate their bags because every brand has its own way of doing it. If it is the brand logo, then make sure it is bold and well written because if not, the bag is most likely to be a counterfeit. You don’t want to end up spending a huge chunk of your money on a bag that is not worth it.

Know why you want it

While pre-owned luxury bags are associated with lesser prices, it is important to know the reason behind your willingness to buy the bag. Maybe it is your first time buying and you want to start at a reasonable price or maybe you wanted a specific brand a specific color that you did not get in the actual store. It also could be that second-hand bags suit your needs better or that they are what you prefer. So, it is important to understand that the reason for buying a second hand luxury bag goes beyond the price.

Bottom line

Buying second-hand luxury bags doesn’t have to be a rip-off or a difficult process. If you know what to look for, then you will have an easy time identifying what you want and making sure it is genuine. All you need is to know where to look and how to look for what you want.

October 16, 2018February 21, 2021

Combining Style and Comfort in Your Everyday Fashion

It’s a hectic world, this is true, but that shouldn’t stand in the way of us having our cake and eating it too. This means we should never allow ourselves to let style get in the way of comfort or vice versa. Despite popular opinions there are definitely ways, and easy ways for that matter for these two “worlds” not to only reconcile but to merge, and form a powerfully innovative fashion amalgamation. Just in case you’re not taking our introductory word on it, make sure to stay glued to your screen because we’re about to take you on a comfortably chic fashion ride like no other and show you just with what ease this look can become your permanent everyday go-to fashion choice.

Athletic on top, vamp on the bottom

Faux leather skirts have been and still are all the rage this season. Whether they’re A-line, pencil, pencil with some ruffles for extra pizzazz or any other cut is irrelevant – the important thing is that you pick the kind that suits your body type, makes you feel comfortable and confident and look chic. Now, you may head out to work in this skirt, or for a casual lunch with your partner or girlfriends, so you don’t want to be overdressed. In case of an office situation the comfortable or athletic aspect can be a simple wonderfully grey crew neck sweatshirt or cotton long-sleeve blouse, and if you want and can afford additional athleisure, a grey hoodie fits the bill perfectly. You can choose to wear heel ankle boots or flats, depending on just how comfortable you want to be, but whichever route you take you will still look ultra-chic.

Not a necessity

By now, us ladies should be aware of the fact that chicness and stylishness can be accomplished with numerous other clothing items besides dresses and high heels. We’re aware that we don’t have to endure constricted clothing and feet-killing footwear in order to look fantastic. Just to prove a point imagine and outfit like this – a breezy pair of amazing wide-leg checked pants that make you feel like you have nothing but make you look like you’re floating on air from all the chicness. Then, a simple white tee and a slightly oversized blazer in a saturated hue (preferably containing one of the colors featured on the pants), and then all of that completed with a pair of trendy and comfortable New Balance sneakers that are almost too cool to bear. Put on a simple tote or add some extra elegance with a cute and compact micro-bag and bam – you’ve got yourself an office, dinner, movie, errand and even Instagram-worthy look.

Jeans will save the world

Whoever said that jeans can’t be chic simply hasn’t had the good fortune of finding the perfect pair. That being said, not all jeans are created equal and black and dark wash ones, especially if they’re straight-leg rule above all other kinds. They are comfortable, they never fail at making you look classy and they’re always here for you as you can choose to dress them up or dress them down. A nice silk or other kind of a ‘flowy’ blouse, if it features a bow neckline will make you look like you’re ready to conquer the French Riviera. The blouse allows you to move yet look heavenly chic and when it gets chilly what do we do? We add a classic and timeless trench coat into the mix, mid-heel camel ankle boots and just for a touch of casualness a brown backpack. You are free to board a plane, go to work, college and even evening drinks. Heck, you can even board a plane and head straight to Paris and you’ll still look almost ethereal while not sacrificing comfort for a nanosecond.

A comfortable couture moment

In case you’ve missed Carolina Herrera’s fall 2018 collection, you should know that ball gown skirts in saturated hues completely dominated the runways. The outfit we have in mind belongs in the upper end of the casual arena, as it does feature an extravagantly big skirt. Still, the flow of it makes you feel completely comfortable in your own skin, and if you don’t feel like emulating the entire look with a white dress shirt and a wide statement belt, there’s an easier way to both tone down the look and make it appropriate for almost every occasion (aside from running, unless you want a dramatic flowy moment down the street). A chunky sweater – it is time for sweater weather after all can be the perfect addition and it can create that nonchalant ‘oversized on top of oversized’ vibe that you can definitely take into the office as well as any other place in town. Just make sure you ‘elevate’ yourself a little with both a chic crossbody bag as well as a pair of mid-block-heel shoes, just so you save the dress from dragging on the floor. If a day in this outfit doesn’t turn into a spectacular one, we don’t know what will.
Jean jackets over metallic pleated skirts topped off with tennis shoes, leggings and elegant tunics, chic A-line dresses with edgy motto leather jackets – the world of casual and chic truly is your oyster. You just have to stop pigeon-holing your wardrobe and classifying things as ‘chic’ and ‘casual’. Let your creative juices flow, choose random items from different styles and something great will happen each time, you just need to trust your instinct.
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