Toronto’s textile designer Virginia Johnson’s bohemian collection will inspire you to let your hair down and run barefoot in a field of green or stroll on a sandy beach by the sound of crashing waves. Her 100% wool chain-stitch pillows will give your house the “cottage by the sea” look, while the breezy materials she uses for garments will no doubt give you a spring/summer vibe.
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photo taken from elleandblair.com
While glass slippers are outdated and uncomfortable, a fantastic pair of shoes can certainly be just as magical. The UK brand Topshop, which luckily ships worldwide, has an extremely eclectic and funky assortment of shoes. From trusty flats that you can slip on to avant garde, sculptural heels, Topshop offers all these and more at a reasonable price point. It is truly the best of both worlds for your budget and your feet!
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(Photo: beach-backgrounds.com)
Does last summer feel like a distant memory to you? Most likely, since this past winter seemed to last for an eternity. Thus, you can’t be faulted for having some forgotten some beach staples. Sure, there’s sunscreen and sunglasses, but you’ll need a few more items to ensure that perfect beach day.
Phone Pouch (go-travelproducts.com)
A Mobile Phone Pouch
Sand is beautiful to look and comfy to lie on, but it’s a disaster when combined with your tech gadgets. If it’s not getting into your headphone jack or keyboard, it’s combining with the heat and sticking to every surface. Get a phone pouch or protector that can cover your entire phone so that it never has to touch the sand all day.
A Camera
Whether it’s hijinks with friends or a beautiful sunset over the water, it’s probably worth remembering. If it doesn’t come with one, buy a protective pouch for your camera, too!
Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Humidity Hair Spray (sephora.com)
Anti-Humidity Hair Spray
If you spent the morning tousling, teasing, and curling your hair for the perfect beach waves, you definitely don’t want that ruined after half an hour in the sun. Even if you haven’t, you probably don’t want to end the day with a frizzy afro. A heat- or humidity- resistant will keep your hair looking great. Buy a waterproof model if you plan on getting wet.
Doubles of Clothing
Things get wet. Others that don’t get wet get covered in sand. Pack some extra clothes to wear on the way back or in case someone drags you in the water.
Towelite Body Beach Towel (theoutdoorshop.multiply.com)
A Compact Beach Towel
Beach towels are usually huge and a hassle to deal with, but lying on the hot sand without one is no fun either. Fix the problem by getting a light and compact microfiber towel. These are specially designed to be thin and to fold up easily to fit into a beach bag.
The beach should be the most relaxing place in the world, so don’t let the sand and humidity ruin your day. Grab these items and you’ll be able to soak up the sun without a care in the world.
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California in a Compact - Beach Bunny (Too Faced)
School may be out and your vacation may be starting, but before you go, make sure you haven’t forgotten about one of the most important courses of them all – Summer Beauty 101! Whether you want to be a “California Girl” like Katy Perry or have some romantic “Summer Nights” à la Grease, now is the time to look your best. With a few tricks, you’ll pass in no time!
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When invited to a wedding, be sure to ask what kind of a wedding it’ll be and where it’ll take place so as to dress accordingly. Below are a few looks you can go for depending on your style and the theme of the wedding.
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