Coconut Pearl Cover-Up at Anthropologie

Oh Summer, you just can't get here fast enough, can you? This time of year always has me dreaming of tropics. I am hoping that my next beach vacation is outside of the Caribbean. I am thinking Tahiti, so that  I can walk the same sands as Gauguin. I have the perfect cover-up to wear while I sip Tahiti Drinks.  Anthropologie's Coconut Pearl Cover-up  is purported to be manufactured in a distinct fashion so that the cover-up never loses its true form. Because the cover-up is an on-line exclusive, I could not visit the store to put it to the test, and I doubt that a visit to the store would be enough to determine the veracity of such a statement. In either case, the cover-up is certainly dreamy enough to make me purchase regardless of any truth or untruth. Besides anything with the word "coconut" in the title and sold by my absolute favorite has to be good, right? The Coconut Pearl Cover-up is sold at Anthropologie for  $138.00.

Until next time, 




Chamele

Summer Time Series: Day Two, Gorgeous Swimsuits

Hello Divas!

Are you enjoying the beautiful sun?  I am!  I love sitting in the sun because it just makes me happy!

Today I am featuring the hottest swimwear for Summer 2010.  I love the beach and I promised myself if I am fortunate enough to go on a true beach vacay, I am taking several swimsuits instead of one. I found some really gorgeous styles that I love.  I must admit I am a bikini girl, but there are some smoking one pieces that are outstanding.  Check them out!

1. Sexy One Piece

This is not your mom's one piece.  This halter plunging neckline one piece gives you coverage but is still sexy.  Also it comes with a built in bra for support.  Since I am heavy up top,  this is a perfect swimsuit for me.

One piece cut out.

This style swimsuit is the hottest thing going for Summer 2010.  It is basically a bikini connected by a piece of material.  Love it!


Bikini

I love the color of this bikini.  Plus the one strap is creative and adds lots of flair.

What type of bikini will you rock this Summer?

Toodles!

Fun Fridays! How to Prepare for a day on the Beach!

Hello Divas!

It is Memorial Day Weekend! Whoohoo! Time for barbecues, shorts, and the beach! Whatever you do this weekend be safe but have a blast!

Now one of my favorite places in the world is the beach. Half of my dad's family is from Melbourne, FL so I have been going to beach since I was 5 years old. Love it! I know many of you Divas will visit a beach this weekend. So I have come up with some "beach beauty" tips to keep you looking fabulous while protecting your skin from the sun! Check them out!

1. In order to achieve a gorgeous tan, you must prepare your skin. I have said this before, I have a medium-dark skintone, but I love to get a tan. Why? Because my skin looks so luminous when I get a tan. So I always use a good sugar scrub and loofah to exfoliate my skin before going to the beach. Exfoliation will remove dead skin and your skin will tan much easier and even. The Body Shop has the best sugar scrubs for your body. They exfoliate but are super hydrating. Love them!

2. Next, make sure you have a very very good sunscreen. You need one for your body and one for you face. In addition, my philosophy is the more SPF the better. For the body and face, try Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock SPF 100. I know...100! It is non-greasy, so it won't clog your pores. Plus it is lightweight, sweatproof, and waterproof! It retails for only $12.


3. Make sure to wear big sunnies to shield your eyes from the sun. Make sure your sunnies have 100% UAV/UAB protection. Of course they have to be big and fabulous! I have been eyeing these Chanel Pearl Shades for the past month. I need them.

4. Get a pedicure before going to the beach. Remember, your toes will be on display for the world to see!

5. Also have tons of water...laying out in the sun can cause dehydration. Keep yourself hydrated!

6. Lastly, have a fabulous swimsuit. I am saving my money to buy a Shoshanna swimsuit. I am slim but heavy chested. So I always have a problem finding a bikini that fits. Shoshanna suits are great for heavy chested girls like me, (they offer lots of support) and they are stylish and adorable. This is my pick! So cute!

Toodles!

Hautelanta Fashion Week: Founder and Creator Layla K.

Hello Divas!

Today is Friday! Yipee! What a week! I am wrapping up my coverage of Hautelanta Fashion Week with an interview and the fashion of Layla K. Layla K. is the founder and creator of Hautelanta Fashion Week. She took the initiative to create Hautelanta Fashion Week because as she states "Atlanta did not have one and I wanted to showcase the fashion and style of the Atlanta Fashion Industry." I had a brief interview with Ms. Layla K and this is what she had to say:

Luxetips: Layla, I looove your swimwear collection. How long have you been designing?

Layla K.: I have been designing off and on for 10 years now. I am also a graphic designer and I have a bath and body line. I just love creating! But now I am re-focusing on my love for fashion design.

Luxetips: Wow, you are a busy lady! What was the inspiration for your swimwear collection we saw tonight?

Layla K.: It is called Liquid Silk Swimwear. Yes the swimsuits are made from silk! But it is for the woman who goes to the beach to be fabulous...not to get in the water. This fabulous woman is going to wear silk and lounge on the beach or poolside shooting the breeze..so she is a true fabulous diva but also down to earth too.

Luxetips: My kind of woman. Thanks Layla! I can't wait for the next Hautelanta Fashion Week!

Layla K: You are welcome!

Of course Spring 09 Hautelanta Fashion Week would not be complete without swimwear. So ladies, check out the fabulousness of Liquid Silk.

Sexy one piece!

Fabulous halter bikini

Another hot bikini!

A throwback to the Roaring 20s! I loove this swimsuit! My favorite! And Royal Blue! Swoon..

This swimsuit is so creative! I love the criss cross top!

And a glimpse of the back..gorgeous!

Toodles!