If you live in Great Britain, you will be familiar with our varied British weather often meaning it is very hard to know what to wear. Even when we go abroad now, it is hard to fully rely on weather reports, especially in humid exotic locations where thunderstorms and patches of rain at somepoint are likely.Whether you are choosing to go on a late summer holiday abroad, or a traditional British holiday, here are our top three weather sorted items for your holiday clothes wardrobe, whether you are planning a hot or cold break, these are guaranteed to keep you weather savvy!
1. FOOTWEAR
Get laced up.
COLD: Ilse Jacobsen boots. With a quirky twist on the classic design, these laced up wellies will keep your tootsies dry, whilst keeping you looking trendy at the same time.
HOT: O’Neill flipflops : in a range of gorgeous designs and at reasonable prices allowing everyone to show off their individuality.
2. ACCESSORIES
COLD: Wrap up warm with a Banana Moon Shana Debka scarf, with a classic checked print allowing it easy to coordinate with the majority of the rest of your wardrobe. Effortless chic.
HOT: Keep cool with an O’Neill straw hat, which looks great on the beach or even for a bit of holiday shopping in the city.
3. THE KEY WARDROBE PIECE.
Jeans: a staple piece in any wardrobe.
COLD: Banana Moon Narwik Tovar jeans. Everyone needs a staple pair of jeans in their wardrobe, and with the way these are cut and the gorgeous dark colour, they offer a really flattering fit . Ideal for wintery days.
HOT: Banana Moon Bridget beach dress: Multi functional; perfect for slipping on top of a bikini for a relaxing day on the beach, but also makes a fabulous mini dress for those sweltering city club nights.
Posted in Beachwear.
Tagged with beachwear, boots, dress, hat, holiday clothes, holiday wear, holidays, weather.
By admin
– August 29, 2011
With beach holidays always being a hit with the British public, there has always been a lot of press and advice on what swimwear to wear, but what if you are not the biggest swimming fan and just plan to chill on the beach?
Let’s face it, we are not all blessed with Kate Moss figures and many find it a daunting prospect with regards to deciding what beachwear to wear for a trip to the beach. Although many can’t wait to jump into their teeny weeny bikini and flaunt their bod, you can of course still look beautiful without flaunting flesh.
O’Neill have produced a wide range of Summer 2011 items that cater for every style and shape, so there is something for everyone. So sorry girls, but that means no more excuses for turning down the invitation to the beach!
Get cute and girly with a maxi dress
The Girly Girl
If you like to dress feminine and floaty, then the O’Neill Rosewood beautiful maxi dress with its romantic vibe, is for you. Available in a gorgeous bright print for the bold and a more demure black version for the more classic style. Team with simple flip flops and a floppy hat and you will be the belle of the beach.
The Tomboy
Not a fan of dresses? Don’t fret. Shorts are always going to be bang on trend, which is why O’neill’s Hortela walkshorts are a godsent; a modern twist on a classic style in a lovely olive colour. These look fabulous accompanied by a simple block colour t shirt, leaving the shorts to do all the talking.
Make a statement with a jumpsuit
The Fashionista
Like to make a statement? Look no further, because we can guarantee that the O’Neill Nile River jumpsuit will provide you all the attention you require. With it’s bright paint strokes print and trendy once piece style, this is an item every fashionista needs in their wardrobe.
The key point to be made is you don’t always have to wear swimwear whilst hanging out on the beach, make a statement with your beachwear. Now all left to do is cross our fingers crossed for a few more days of summer sunshine!
Posted in Beachwear.
Tagged with beachwear, jumpsuit, maxi dress, o'neill, shorts.
By admin
– August 29, 2011
Bikinis are, perhaps, the nations favourite item of beachwear but knowing how to build your bikini look can be difficult. Here we look at three essential items that every girls needs in order to embrace that beach-ready style.
The bikini look is, surprisingly, not all about the bikini itself, and there are other items which need to be considered when creating your own bikini look. So what are they?
Sandals and Bags
Easy items to overlook, but sandals and bags are often the making of a perfect bikini style. It is important that you consider these items carefully as they need to serve a functional and decorative purpose.
Bags should be big enough for your needs. Wicker designs are a timeless classic that look good on girls of all ages. Sandals should be comfortable and durable. Open-toe, flat varieties are the most popular items due to their practicality on the beach – after all, we all know what a menace sand can be to high heel or closed-in shoes!
Cover Ups and Kaftans
While bikinis are designed to show off your beach body, this doesn’t mean that you won’t need a few choice items for covering up when it starts to get cooler. The sea air is notorious for bringing cold bursts with it and cover-ups/kaftans can be worn in conjunction with women’s swimwear to make your beach experience stylish and comfortable.
Kaftans and cover ups are available in a range of styles and colours to suit all ages and preferences. The Banana Moon Hanover Andreana Cover Up is a stylish cover-up that can be worn off the shoulder and has great length for increased comfort. The combination of a black background colour and flowered design make this a striking item that would look good over any item of swimwear.
Cover Up from Banana Moon
Bikini Top and Bikini Bottom
Lastly, but by no means least, attention can be given to bikinis themselves. The most important things to consider when shopping for a bikini is the style you want and the design. It is vital that you get a bikini that will be comfortable and attractive, so don’t be tempted by ill-fitting but beautiful designs. Moulded bikini tops are great for women with larger breasts as they offer more support and bikini shorts, as opposed to tie briefs, are great for those who want more of their skin to be covered.
Posted in Bikinis.
By admin
– August 26, 2011
We are forever getting told that you are “only as young as you feel” but many of us struggle to find the confidence to take to the beaches dressed in a body-revealing bikini. Not Nancy Dell’ Olio though, who has demonstrated how you can still strut your stuff on the beach at the glorious age of 50!
Dell’ Olio, the former love of Sven Goran Eriksson, celebrated her fiftieth birthday in style by strutting around in a stunning bronze, two-piece bikini. Her trim physique fitted effortlessly into the dazzling item of summer swimwear and proved that you are never too old to wear a bikini.
For those feeling invigorated by Dell’ Olio’s act of self confidence there are a number of ways in which you can recreate that celeb look. A range of great women’s swimwear is on offer meaning that you can find colours and styles which are flattering to your figure.
The Dell’ Olio Look
Dell’ Olio’s look embraced the shimmering summer colours, so why not do the same? Picking swimwear with striking colours such as gold and bronze is a great way to emit your very own summer glow.
The Freya Supernova short and triangle bikini top (pictured) combine these colours with black for a more flattering look. The belt offers a stylish yet modern twist, whilst the shape and design of the bikini provides good coverage and lots of comfort.
Freya Supernova bikini
Flower Power
If you are not keen on opting for a bright and striking design such as that donned by Dell’ Olio, then why not consider the next favourite design, flowers? Flower power is a timeless classic when it comes to bikinis and there are always a number of great prints and patterns available. These can range from bright colours for those with more bold tastes and paler patterns for those with a more conservative preference.
Plain but Simple
If the idea of wearing a stand-out bikini doesn’t fill you with confidence then keep it simple with a plain design. These can be offered in a variety of styles in order to provide extra coverage and support for those with larger figures.
You can opt for bright colours, such as the bright red Freya Eclipse Triangle Bikini Top (pictured), or go for more classic and conservative colours such as black or brown.
Freya Eclipse Bikini
Posted in Bikinis.
By admin
– August 26, 2011
Sorting out our perfect bikini outfits is a key priority for any sun-loving woman, but what about the rest of your beach fashion? It is important to consider all aspects of your outfits and determine what items should be immediately added to your summer wardrobe.
The fashion world is constantly offering us a vast variety of choice when it comes to clothing, and this is especially true in the world of beach fashion. Far from just incorporating bikinis and swimsuits, beach fashion is made up of a number of great but terribly overlooked items.
Here we have put together three top items that should be in every girl’s summer wardrobe:
Beach Shorts
Shorts are an integral part of beach fashion, providing comfort and style in one effortless move. Beach shorts are available in a range of styles in order to suit all body shapes and sizes, so there is no reason why a pair or two shouldn’t be in your wardrobe. Loose fitting shorts are best for those with larger thighs whilst tighter fitting variants look best on those with slim figures. Sticking with classic colours like white and black will always be a timeless look, but patterned and coloured varieties are available for those who are a little more adventurous.
The O’ Neill Crossing Border Beach Shorts feature a striking pattern and interesting design style that make them a popular fashion favourite.
Crossing Border shorts from O'Neill
Summer Dress
Summer dresses are another essential item that add a girly flavour to any summer wardrobe. Not only can summer dresses be worn at the beach, over swimwear, but they can be worn casually whilst out and about. This makes them a perfect addition to any wardrobe and once again there are many styles to choose from.
A popular favourite this season are long length maxi dresses. These are available in plain and patterned designs and give an elegant beach look to any outfit. The O’Neill Rosewood dress is a perfect example of a great beach dress that exudes summer vibes.
Rosewood Dress from O'Neill
Sandals
The last essential item for all summer wardrobes is, of course, sandals. This staple item of footwear is available as heeled or flat, open-toed varieties. Flip flops are always a popular choice when it comes to hitting the beaches but more robust sandals can look just as good and can be worn with women’s swimwear and other outfits throughout the summer period.
O'Neill Betsy flip flops
Posted in Fashion.
By admin
– August 26, 2011
