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Not always the most flattering swimsuit in the ever evolving state of beach fashion, but certainly one of the cuter, and slightly more modest trends in 2013. Part granny panty, part sexy, and entirely retro; high waist bikinis are awesome. A great alternative for someone stuck in a rut as to what "type" of bathing suit to get, without having to opt for a tankini (yuck) or something equally drab. It's a[...]

Beach Fashion 2013

03/26/2013

Stuff We Love

For some of us west coastians/southerners it's starting to get hot already, don't say you envy it--because many of us here are certainly not ready to deal with steering wheel burns, boob sweat, and sunglass tan. Anyway, while I can't stop the weather gods, I can at least fantasize about a new gaggle of vintage summer beach fashion finds, right? 1. ETE Swim The St. Tropez Bikini, $275. Talk about ad[...]

Inspired by the Past: Steve McQueen Style

12/15/2012

Celebrities, Fashion Icons

The simple and refined look of Steve McQueen style has a timeless quality to it. Few other candidates can make sporting a neutral turtleneck look as stately, let alone flattering. We’re huge advocates of taking a page out of the McQueen book of style. McQueen’s classic appearance is anchored in quiet elegance, a certain simplicity that allowed the details to create a moderate presentation. In[...]

Top 5: Sixties Ye-Ye Girls

10/29/2012

Lists

Spring 2013 runways took us back to a time when --well, we weren't actually around in the 1960s, but we love to make believe we were. The looks for 2013 included strong dark 60’s inspired eyeliner, bold patterns, mini-dresses, and even more peter pan collars. To us, nothing epitomized the swingin’ sixties quite like the french pop scene, also known as yé-yé. We compiled a list of our favorite[...]

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Stuff We Love: High Waist Bikinis

Beach Fashion 2013

Inspired by the Past: Steve McQueen Style

Top 5: Sixties Ye-Ye Girls