Tropical Print & Polka Dotted Retro Bikini in Thailand's Tropical Paradise!

   On my recent vacation to Sunny Thailand's beautiful island of Phuket, I stayed in this beautiful  Beach Resort, which was surrounded by acres of stunning gardens and lush green foliage, resembling a Tropical Forest. I had a relaxed time by the swimming pool, basking in the sun and sipping cocktails.

  I wore my favourite High Waisted Polka Dotted Bikini and a Tropical Print Shirt Dress over it. I accessorised my look with long green and gold feather earrings and some coloured hand beads and bangles and wore my comfy White Strappy Wedges.

  I absolutely love the high waisted bikini trend, I adore the Retro Vibe of it. It's injects a slight vintage feel into otherwise modern swimwear.

  I am also obsessed with one of Spring 2013′s hottest trends; Tropical Prints! This season fashion has taken a trip to the tropics with bright eclectic prints propping up everywhere.

The easy, breezy tropical print trend definitely puts you in the mood to take a beach getaway and so was absolutely fitting for my Thailand Beach Vacation. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Perks of the High Waist Bikini Trend

    The high-waist bikini bottom offers women who love to wear a two-piece; but the option to have a bit more coverage in the midsection. It also channels the 1950′s glamour and pinup girls such as Marilyn Monroe.

High waisted bottoms give extra coverage to the midriff allowing for this sexy, slimming torso high waist trend to be pulled off effortlessly; just ensure the swimsuit fits flawlessly with your shape. The high waist bottom compliments most top half styles including halter neck, bandeau and underwired so this is a look you can get really versatile. Don’t be afraid to bring out your inner goddess and prepare to bring your pin up style to the table. 

 

Styling Tips for Tropical prints

   The Tropical prints and flowers might be bold, but the Styling Tips are easy:

For a more subtle look pair printed tops or bottoms with simple minimal pieces.

For a bolder look, add neon or gold accessories for an extra fun pop! Besides your on vacation anyways right? Bring out your inner starlet!

 

 

 

   I Accessorised my Vacation Chic look with green and gold Feather Earrings to add to the exotic appeal of the island, some colourful Arm Candy to match the Tropical print of the Shirt Dress and my favourite Sunnies from Aldo. 

 

 

  

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~ High Waisted Black Polka Dotted Bikini - TOPSHOP

~ Tropical Print Shirt Dress - NEXT

~ Green Feather & Gold Earrings - DIVA

~ Coloured Hand Beads & Bangles - ALDO

~ Sunnies - ALDO

~ White Strappy Wedges - ALDO

  

 

 

Bohemian Chic in June Bloom !

  Call it an effect of the shift in global consciousness or a gypsy revival, the fashion world is witnessing a Bohemian Bonanza this summer. Boho Chic has gained popularity over the years with glamorous renditions of it. What started out as a modern day interpretation of the 1960s flower child is now an independent look with its own personality and traits.The look is storming the ramps and the high street with fresh zeal and modern updates.
  Today's my Boho Chic Look is a pretty Yellow Pleated Long Maxi Skirt paired with a Coral Tank top with Crochet. I accessorised with lots of colourful 'Arm Candy' with coloured wooden bangles and bracelets. I wore long dangling multi coloured Earrings with a little ethnic feel and a Blue beaded Neckpiece. I also donned a Floral Neon Hat,wore a Neon Orange Clutch bag across my torso and Neon Orange Peep Toes.
It is a very modern day Boho Chic look with a colour burst. It's June Bloom time and we shot amongst the beautiful surroundings of garden, trees and flowers. Today's pictures have been shot by talented photographer Pooja S .

 

 

    Boho is short for bohemian and by definition,unconventional. The reimagined trend has found elegance hence the term 'chic'. Boho is all about looking individual and natural. In essence it means putting together your outfits in such a way as to be uniquely stylish and unusually, unexpectedly elegant. The look is free-spirited. A woman who prefers this look is considered fun, ungoverned by mainstream fashion rules and independent.
    Some of its famous practitioners include  Nicole Ritchie, Kate Hudson, Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Hudgens, the Olsen twins and Sienna Miller.

 

  

Boho Chic Styling Tips
 
1. Clothing: Boho chic has moved from simply being an earthy flavour and loves tones such as greens, oranges, yellow and magenta. Look at the length of your skirts and dresses. They tend to be floor-sweeping, making it a critical part of this look. The skirts are flowy, hair is loose and print from floral to animal is on. Look for tops with beading, embroidery, floral prints, crochet details. This summer, some of the dress trends are super long dresses, prints, floral patterns, and bright colours paired with earthy tones.
 
2. Accessories: This is probably the most important part of all. Boho chic is synonymous with "accessories galore". This means plenty of bracelets, ankle bracelets, mix-and-match necklaces, and dangling earrings.. Layers of bracelets make the phrase “arm candy” very boho. Long, dangling earrings and wooden bangles are perfect and you can  also wear a small purse across your torso.
Your sandals can be in neutral tones, but pops of colour can be a fun way to make this trend your own.

I Accessorised my Look with some Coloured Wooden bangles and Bracelets, Blue Beaded Necklace, Multi coloured dangling earrings and a Neon Floral Hat.
 

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~ Coral Tank Top with Crochet Detailing - CHARLOTTE RUSSE

~ Yellow Pleated Maxi Skirt - PULL & BEAR

~ Coloured Wooden Bangles & Bracelets - Local Store

~ Blue Beaded Necklace - ALDO
~Neon Floral Hat - Bangkok

~ Multi Coloured Dangling Earrings - FOREVER NEW