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July 21st, 2011 | By | 2,790 Comments

Swell at the Miami Swimwear Show!

Sneak Peak at Spring 2012 Swimwear Trends….

We just got back from the Miami Swim Show, and there were some very exciting trends and new brands we are in love with! Associate buyer Hillary and I met with countless brands, attended the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, and of course soaked up the sun in South Beach. Here are our top 5 favorite finds for the upcoming season:

1. Lingerie-inspired corset tops
2. Crochet
3. 50′s inspired high waisted bottoms
4. Fringe, fringe, and more fringe
5. Brazilian cut cheeky bottoms, the skimpier the better

Take a look at what we saw on our whirlwind week of swimwear fashion:

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(Above)Tori Praver with Model

More pictures and video after the jump!
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July 15th, 2011 | By | 2,040 Comments

Top 5 Must Haves for a Tropical Vacation

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It’s Summer, and I have the travel bug. I’m planning my trip to Hawaii’s North Shore next month, and I will be spending it lying on the beach sipping mai tais and eating poke. Does it get any better than that? So here is a list of my top 5 essentials to bring on any summer vacation: an amazing bikini, a multipurpose day to night dress/beach cover up, and fashionable accessories to accentuate your outfit. Remember on your next trip to pack lightly and avoid baggage claim at all cost, be comfortable, and above look stylish!

1. Vix Michelle Bikini Top and Bottom
2. Tigerlily Celestial Mumu
3. Reef Goddess Sandal
4. Billabong Day Tripper Bag
5. Super Lucia Sunglass

hannahAbout the Author: If buying girl’s apparel were anything like garage sale shopping, Hannah would be the one knocking at your door at 5am, trying to score the best picks. Spot this dog surfing enthusiast with a longboard and lifejacket-ed Golden Retriever.

July 6th, 2011 | By | 2,316 Comments

Doggie (Stand-Up) Paddling!

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Paddling boarding is so fun, but paddling boarding with your pup is even better. Since I run and hike with my dog Meena, why not take her paddle boarding? My dog is fat. When she walks her bum waddles a bit, and her stomach bounces back and forth. Almost weighing as much as me, I was skeptical I could get her to SUP. Equipped with her life jacket, Meena plopped on the board with her tail eagerly wagging, and a big grin on her face. It didn’t take much coaxing at all. She really kept her balance, which is more than I can say about my first time.
So here it is, a snap shot of Meena and I cruising the Newport Backbay on Independence Day.
( This picture was taken just before she jumped off the board and threw me into the water…. It was good while it lasted!)

- Hannah

hannahAbout Hannah: If buying girl’s apparel were anything like garage sale shopping, Hannah would be the one knocking at your door at 5am, trying to score the best picks. Spot this dog surfing enthusiast with a longboard and lifejacket-ed Golden Retriever.

July 3rd, 2011 | By | 1,771 Comments

New at SWELL: Minnetonka

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(photo: stylefrizz.com)

Swell has finally launched Minnetonka, and I am in love with this awesome shoe brand. Authentic suede boots and moccasins are essential to any
boho-fashionista’s wardrobe. They pair great with MinkPink Slasher Denim shorts, Billabong Brooklyn leggings, or Angie One Shoulder Drop Tunic Dress. Plus, Minnetonkas can run through the woods without making a sound. How cool is that?!
Check out our favorite model and style icon Kate Moss rocking the Minnetonka Front Lace Hardsole Knee Hi Boot.

These shoes really makes your outfit feel so effortless and cool! How would you rock the moc?

hannahAbout the Author: If buying girl’s apparel were anything like garage sale shopping, Hannah would be the one knocking at your door at 5am, trying to score the best picks. Spot this dog surfing enthusiast with a longboard and lifejacket-ed Golden Retriever.