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finally, a flattering modern aesthetic luxury swimwear brand

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In search of high end swimwear without awkward fit and low grade materials? It’s become increasingly difficult to navigate swimwear, especially when shopping online. (The photos just look so far from the actual fit). The sagging bottoms, loose threads, unflattering fit – it’s almost impossible to find swimwear to suit elevated taste. Even when you shop luxury. As with all core purchases, swimwear is an investment piece that should feel effortless and sexy, while suiting your personal style.  I’m truly thankful to have discovered a high end brand that completely eliminates the most common woes of modern swimwear. Introducing PARAMIDONNA. The brand name may take you a minute to pronounce, but is appropriately translated, “for my woman.”   Designed to suit all women, PARAMIDONNA designs super stretchy luxury swimwear in aesthetic, modern designs that contour to the body for the most flattering fit. I spent a weekend in Naples, FL from poolside to country club and never changed my swimming suit.   Here’s what I loved most: The fabric has high elasticity – select designs brag a …

11 fashion influencers slaying summer style

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In the ever changing landscape of fashion and technology, there has been an extraordinary rise in the industry of content creation and micro trends driven by the luxury fashion blog community. Influencers certainly get a lot of hate, but it’s harder than you might think making life look so effortless. Lifestyle and fashion bloggers make you want to treat everyday like a luxury experience, and inspire us to live life the way you truly want to. With some mad props to the majors and respect for the fashion bloggers continuing the grind, let’s highlight a few women on Instagram who are killing it in the world of social media, and some of the best fashion influencers to follow for outfit inspiration and beyond. Cut outs and sleek, sexy summer style: Carolina Lindo Blogger behind @imnotsorrydarling, her handle clearly sums up her approach to style. Bold, daring, and effortlessly sexy, Carolina has mastered the art of summer style in slinky dresses, bold printed bikinis and cutouts galore. Follow her for luxury resort wear style. Casual can …

must have “it” items for spring style from Shopbop

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Trying to decide what to buy to freshen up your spring wardrobe? 2022 is a year of fashion like none other, as we all learn to embrace our individuality in new and exciting ways. Style is an important part of self expression, and after a couple of years spent more secluded than ever, we’re ready to re-enter the world in a big way.  As such, spring runways have been littered with bold new prints, silhouettes and artistic creations like we’ve never seen before. It can be a bit overwhelming. Here are a few must have “it” items from luxury retailer Shopbop for spring style that extends beyond trends. These pieces are great staples to start building your spring style, or key items to add on to your capsule wardrobe.  The vibe dress What’s your vibe this spring? Find a signature dress that embodies your energy this season. Understated but sexy? Casual and confident? Unique and artistic? Find a piece that makes you feel like the best version of you. And wear it often. You should …

shop local wedding dresses in Lynchburg VA | Ashley Grace Bridal review

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It’s wedding season. If you’re local to Lynchburg, VA shopping your perfect wedding dress is about to get a lot less stressful. Shopping for a wedding dress is no easy task. (Especially when you care about style in the small Lynchburg VA). But if you know where to look, it can be an experience you truly enjoy, and you can find the perfect dress. Getting married this spring or later in the fall? Here’s a review of Ashley Grace Bridal in the greater Lynchburg area, based on my personal experience with their staff and bridal collection. What made Ashley Grace Bridal stand out Excellent staff and service: I never felt rushed, anxious or in the way. And the staff was incredibly helpful and supportive Wide assortment of wedding dresses: Organized by style of gown, so you can browse without being overwhelmed New dresses arrive frequently: So if you’ve shopped once, there’s reason to shop again They create an experience: With open fitting rooms and a luxurious atmosphere, Ashley Grace Bridal has the space and service …

22 best designer color block sneakers in neutrals with bright color pops

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For those who are looking for color block sneakers for that aren’t too loud, this minimalist curation of women’s designer sneakers is your new athleisure shopping list. As a luxury fashion blogger and a creative director in the women’s sneaker industry, this is a category I follow closely, and excited to show you a shortlist of some of the best. Check out some of spring’s hottest high end sneaker brands from Axel Arigato to Hogan and Ash. This mix of neutral color block sneakers have just the right amount of color pop mixed with neutral whites and greige to offset your modern, minimalist wardrobe. Subtle pinks and teals feminine color block Ash Extra sneakers These Ash designer sneakers have all the color blocking cues desired to stay fresh for 2022 – from elastic and hiker lace details to the subtle mix of neutrals and feminine pop colors. Shop > Luxury brand exaggerated Pierre Hardy urban utility sneakers Looking for something with a bit more edge? These urban utility sneakers have exaggerated details that make the silhouette …

from the end of the world to the fastest returning fashion trend – y2k is back

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For all my millennial comrades wondering, y2k is making a monumental return – but this time as a fashion trend, not the end of the world as we know it. And this season it’s all about the aesthetic. While 90’s returned almost as quickly as they ended, y2k may be the fastest fashion trend turnaround of all time. Celebrating an era of curious youth, simple tanks, bucket hats, chunky footwear and yes… low rise cargos are making a return.  What is y2k fashion?  Talking decades, y2k fashion covers the late ’90’s and early to mid 2000’s. For millennials, it’s all about the throwback to early teens and capturing those fond memories of youth and exploring new found freedoms.  Defined by pop culture, it’s a little less about bringing back Britney, and a little more about expressing style at that stage when you transition from youth to adulthood. As such, exploring what it means to feel “sexy” is a big definer of the trend, mixed with whimsical elements of youth.  Yes, we’re talking teeny-tiny mini skirts and …

spring fashion trend – bucket hats are back, and still not going anywhere

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Vogue has officially declared that the bucket hat fashion trend is going no where. You can thank Y2K fashion and the early return of 90’s and early 2000’s style. The bucket hat is officially back on the fashion scene. And with its laid back yet edgy vibe, there are plenty of reasons to embrace the trend. What are bucket hats Yes, I’m talking about the fisherman style hat with its narrow, downward-sloping brim. While fashion leaders and celebrities have been obsessed with the re-emergence of the bucket hat trend since 2020, they’re making even bigger headlines in spring 2022.  Typically made of canvas, the most outrageous styles have even been spotted in thick padded faux fur and shag (but let’s not go there).  Who’s wearing them Fashion leading celebrities like Bella Hadid, Hailey Beiber and musician Duo Lipa have all been spotted wearing bucket hats on the repeat paired with beach style and street style alike. The ever fashion social circle has also widely adopted the trend, rocking bucket hats with y2k fashion, retro outfits, …

best knit dress and knit set outfits to transition into spring style

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The sun leaks promisingly into our windows, and a few beautiful weekends remind us that spring is just around the corner. Aching to show a little leg and catch some rays over the next several weeks?  The perfect balance of skin and coverage, these cozy, effortless ensembles make for the best stylish outfits to get you through the unpredictable weather in the spring.  Knit two piece set and knit dress outfits are a mega trend for spring that have been littering the runways, street style and social media for the past several weeks. If you’ve been holding off on this spring fashion trend, now is the time to loose your apprehensions. Looking for some outfit Inso? Here are some of the best outfit ideas for styling your knit dresses and sets from now through spring. Comfy and sexy – knit sweater and skirt set with utility boots Want to start wearing them now? Pair your knit set or knit dress with utility boots to add an extra layer of protection through spring rains and chilly …

chic summer resort wear wishlist from Tory Burch SS22 collection

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Planning on seaside travel this summer? Endless horizons, sun kissed beaches and salty spray await. Escape on a much needed getaway and create a luxurious experience of your own design in the Tory Burch SS22 collection – vacation style. I’ll be indulging in three upcoming seaside escapes from south Florida to the Outer Banks. Wardrobe planning has already begun to take form in this chic summer resort wear wishlist from the Tory Burch SS22 collection with several selects for vacation outfits. Summer vacation isn’t just about your destination… It’s a mindset.. and escape, and experience we create for ourselves. After an onset of chaos, we all deserve to enjoy a bit of luxury from head to toes in the sand.  From luxury swimwear to gold accessories, woven handbags and subtle prints in toffee hues, Tory Burch has released a summertime assortment that embodies all we crave in summer style. Here are a few of my favorites from the SS22 Tory Burch collection that emit an especially beachy vibe with a chic assortment of minimalist essentials …

self check, is this outfit even me?

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An inbox full of fashion newsletters, runway updates, trend magazines and reports – and don’t even get me started on scrolling for hours through covet-worthy insta posts. It’s easy to get lost in the world of fashion.  We are a culture of excess, and access to it all. Working in fashion and managing a side hustle fashion blog keeps me brow-deep in all things fashion. And studying all of the world’s most tantalizing trends can sometimes make it difficult draw the line between what we love, and what’s truly “us”. If your wardrobe hasn’t felt like you lately, maybe it’s time for a self check.  It’s important to realize you can appreciate all kinds of fashion, without feeling like you need to jump on board with every single trend. If you’re trying to reduce clutter and maintain a more minimalistic wardrobe, perhaps it’s time for some self diagnostics before shopping. Pre-shopping self(help) checklist: Does this piece express something about me? Is this something I would feel confident wearing? Do I have other items in my …