Swimsuit of Dreams

I honestly can't remember the last time that I wore a swimsuit previous to this one. I think it was probably about 7 years ago for a PE lesson, so it would have been one of those horrible black ones with the unflattering neckline that go see-through in the wrong places all to quickly! So naturally, with all those awful memories of one piece costumes, the swimsuit to get me to fall back in love with swimsuits needed to be a bit special. And with the florals, the frills and the beautiful back detail, I think I have found the one.

There is a hint of Dolce and Gabbana about the print and something slightly "grannyish" about the costume. Almost so bold, floral and frilly that it really shouldn't work; but it totally does! My brother's exact words were "that is the most hideous thing you have ever worn!". My mum on the other hand loves it so much that she bought a dress in the same print! And I am just obsessed with this swimsuit!

For a girl that lives in neutrals and breton stripes yellow florals are not something I would usually consider. But swimsuits are huge this year and I really wanted to buy into the trend this Summer. I initially started searching online, filtering by the colour black thinking that this would be the most flattering. But they either reminded me way too much of my school days, or they were so revealing and seemed to have even less fabric than a bikini! And then the one time that I forgot to filter my search I came across this little H&M number and knew it was the one.

I'm very fussy when it comes to shopping for swimwear. I find that with such little fabric and so much skin on show there is a fine line between classy and well, not so classy. And when most of my holidays tend to consist of family, I like my swimwear to be family appropriate! And I completely forgot how practical swimsuits are. There are no issues when you are jumping the waves or going down a water slide! Plus, this costume looks amazing with a little pair of denim shorts, something I'd feel comfortable wearing in a cafe after the beach.

Personally I think this beautiful costume is better suited to my previous holiday in Bali! For now though, I am in Cornwall wearing a swimsuit that I will definietly not be swimming in, as I can't even begin to describe how cold the sea is here! But at least it's pretty!

Speak soon xx

 

 

Sunshine And Salty Hair

Sunshine And Salty Hair 

Had another amazing day today in the sunshine. We woke up late again (I have still not adjusted to the two hour time difference!) and spent what was left of the morning lazing around by the pool. After lunch we walked to a beach that my dad and brother had swum to the day before. It was a little bit of a hike, clambering over rocks, which was made worse by the 40° heat!

But it was another absolutely beautiful bay. And after a few hours there we had it all to ourselves! This was my favourite spot, by the tree and a crystal clear water. 

This is my favourite bikini that I don't think I have shown yet on my blog. I got it for this Summer in the Asos sale and I love the print and the fit. It's cute and fun and the colours remind me of holiday. 

I love the sun on my skin and the salt in my hair. Well, I like it when my hair goes into sort of beachy waves, but most of the time it just looks like it needs a serious brush! I've taken to wearing it in plaits a lot and then it dries into waves which I love. 

And I finally feel like my tan is coming along. I do worry about sun damage which is why I tan pretty slowly as I wear a really high factor and reapply my suncream like every hour! But despite the danger, like most people I do love having a bit of colour in the Summer.

Think that we are heading out for dinner again tonight! So unlike my family to eat out, but it's holiday! So I should probably go and slap some makeup on my face and find something to wear. Speak tomorrow xx

Sunshine And Salty Hair

Sunshine And Salty Hair 

Had another amazing day today in the sunshine. We woke up late again (I have still not adjusted to the two hour time difference!) and spent what was left of the morning lazing around by the pool. After lunch we walked to a beach that my dad and brother had swum to the day before. It was a little bit of a hike, clambering over rocks, which was made worse by the 40° heat!

But it was another absolutely beautiful bay. And after a few hours there we had it all to ourselves! This was my favourite spot, by the tree and a crystal clear water. 

This is my favourite bikini that I don't think I have shown yet on my blog. I got it for this Summer in the Asos sale and I love the print and the fit. It's cute and fun and the colours remind me of holiday. 

I love the sun on my skin and the salt in my hair. Well, I like it when my hair goes into sort of beachy waves, but most of the time it just looks like it needs a serious brush! I've taken to wearing it in plaits a lot and then it dries into waves which I love. 

And I finally feel like my tan is coming along. I do worry about sun damage which is why I tan pretty slowly as I wear a really high factor and reapply my suncream like every hour! But despite the danger, like most people I do love having a bit of colour in the Summer.

Think that we are heading out for dinner again tonight! So unlike my family to eat out, but it's holiday! So I should probably go and slap some makeup on my face and find something to wear. Speak tomorrow xx