Flashin' Skin

I finally bought my first set of Flash Tattoos this year, and boy oh boy are they addicting! So simple yet so rad. I could have a gold AND silver palm tree on at the same time or create any other combo I feel like. It's like being 4 again but this time they can last a week, which makes them 100x better. 

Have you flashed people lately?? I highly suggest you do...I promise you won't regret it.

 shell bikini | striped bikini bottoms | sunglasses | black & tan bikini top | towel 

Summer's on my mind

I've been loving practicing my calligraphy lately. It's uber relaxing and I feel such an accomplishment when I can write any word in any font [in the three that I've learned]! It may not seem like much, but having no knowledge whatsoever prior to this, it's a big leap.

So this weekend, on a very rainy Saturday, I started playing around with watercolor lettering. I love the almost ombré effect you can create while using watercolors..and then I started using different colors, and then I used blue and it reminded me of the ocean...and then I couldn't get summer [or the idea of salt water on my skin] out of my head.

So here's to constant waves, warm water, sunny days, and soul in waves.

Lauren Bogosian Originals | Steve Burgos Music quote

A September Summer

 

 




It's hard to say summer is coming to an end, when we still have all of September to enjoy it. Here in New Jersey, we are kind of trained to associate the end of summer with the beginning of September -- post Labor Day weekend means school starts in a few days, no more lifeguards, and summer bars close up shop again [Parker House we're already counting down the days]. Now that I work a 9-5 job, Monday-Friday, you start to appreciate your weekends more and more...that being said, I am actually looking forward to September weekends! No one on the beach, parking will be a cinch, no line at surf taco, and you can go to whatever beach you want without worrying that you don't have a badge for it. Talk about the best of the best!

It's something little, but it's just another way to always find the bright side to situations, which I encourage everyone to do more often.

S U M M E R is still here :)

#SweatySelfie

We're all guilty of taking a selfie whether we share it on social media or not. And we've all caught someone not so subtly taking a selfie and then trying to pretend they weren't when they realize people are looking. But selfie's are definitely here to stay, especially according to Mr. Webster...AKA, the dictionary. So why not win something for that beautifu, not so sneaky, selfie of yours?

Beachbody is running a Sweaty Selfie contest until September 3rd for a chance to win some pretty awesome products! 

Here’s how to enter:

1. Follow @BeachbodyHQ on Instagram

2. Upload your #SweatySelfie to Instagram from your account

3. Caption #SweatySelfie and tag @BeachbodyHQ

5 lucky winners will receive:

3 Day Refresh Kit

1 bag of Shakeology

1 Recovery Formula

Beachbody workout program of your choice (base kit only)

I told you it was awesome. Now get out there and break a sweat!

Summertime Radness - Mikoh

While living in San Diego, I was lucky to peruse through a number of bikini warehouse sales. Which by the way, New Jersey is highly lacking of. Over a year ago, I came across a Mikoh warehouse sale -- I had seen them all over Instagram but never actually got to try one on. Once I did, I was hooked. Vibrant colors, creative designs, soft fabric...the list could go on and on.

You may have heard of or seen Mikoh more recently thanks to the uber fantastic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. [Yes, I love it because I get to see all the glorious kinis] I was pleasantly surprised when I saw one of my own bikinis, purchased over a year ago, sported by none other than Anastasia Ashley....I can't say I wore it better, but I can say I love it even more now. 

Check out more Mikoh summertime radness and see why they are such a favorite.

A Bit of Perfection

When you find a bit of perfection like this,

you can't help but stop,

and thank the mermaids.

Shark Week..Ooh Ha Ha

I have a secret love for sharks...while being equally terrified of them. As an ocean lover, I respect them, but admit I am cautiously fearful. We go into their territory yet expect to kill any shark that threatens our shores. We all truly need to be educated in keeping sharks and our shores safe. 

This year, I encourage you to watch shark week as educational value rather than just a fad thing to do. Learn and help how you can at your beaches. If all else fails, watch Finding Nemo and remember, Bruce is "really just a nice guy"...HAPPY SHARK WEEK!

Summertime Radness - L*Space

Today's feature of summertime radness goes out to L*Space swim 

Ever since I saw the cutest bikini on Pinterest back in 2011 I'll always refer to them as the original fringe bikini company. I will never forget my first either..a beautiful purple iris colored bandeau fringe top and matching bottom. [both no longer available to purchase] Ever since then, my collection has grown immensely and each year, a new one [or 2] get added to my kini drawer.

This company seriously has the best social media team. They feature everyday girls on their Instagram daily and make it a point to interact with their followers regularly. I've had my pictures featured twice, and it really makes you feel like the ultimate mermaid when you read 'lspaceswim has posted a photo of you.' So grab one of these kini's and get grammin' girl!

Summertime Radness

I truly love all 4 seasons, but there is just something extra special about summer. It's most likely because I'm a bikini addict, and I finally get to dust off my old bikinis or finally put on the new one [or 5] that I ordered while I was snowed in back in February. I'm also a beach addict, [like you didn't already know that] so I love the feeling of sticking my feet in the warm sand, jumping into 70+ degree water, tanning, riding my bike to the beach...gosh the list of summer beach things could go on and on!

My summertime radness mainly refers to all the amazing bikinis that are out there! Some personal favorites: L*Space, Acacia, and Mikoh. I'm pretty active when it comes to beach life, so I like a stylish suit yet one that can stay put while jumping in the water or getting pummeled by a wave.

For the rest of the summer, I'm happy to announce that I will post about my favorite bikini companies and let you all know why they should be your faves too :)

The View From Up Here

Festivals are fun. Festivals with friends are even more fun.

This year I attended my first festival....I know, I know, how did it take me this long?! Truth is, I've always wanted to go (Coachella and Bonaroo are onnn the bucketlist!) But money is always a factor. This year, I made it to a day of Governors Ball in NYC with a few close friends! 

I came to the conclusion, that while I love music, and having a ton of acts per day is amazing, it's more amazing to just be with your friends with all that goin' on in the background. I played cornhole with 2 random people (and loved it), danced to songs I didn't know, got free bandanas and koozies, and lost my favorite pair of Free People sunnies (RIP). All in all, Gov Ball was one fun time spent with some rad people.

Ok, here are the deets on my festival fashion:

Fringe purse   |  Vee bracelets   |  AE Cut offs [similar]

Setting Sun

I love you summer, but please slow down! I can't believe it is already past mid July. Where does time go?! Sure I've been enjoying every bit of the salt and sun, but I'd like it to just go a tad slower. 

Whenever I feel like the day, week, or month is getting away from me, I try to remember that the sun doesn't fully set until 9pm or so. That means, after a full day of work and then the gym, I can still go relax outside, and enjoy the beautiful sunsets over the water that I am blessed to witness right in my backyard. 

My summer tip to you, e n j o y & r e l a x. Too often do we act like the Energizer bunny and we miss the moments that you can take to kick back and let the day settle..even if it's only for 20 minutes. You've been cooped up inside all winter and all day in your cubicle, get yourself outside and wind your day down with the setting sun.