A Guide To Finding The Perfect Bathing Suit

Photo via: Vogue Paris

When it's too hot to wear clothes, you only have one option left. No, not nudity! A bathing suit. Bathing suit shopping can be daunting. That top is too big. This one is too tight. Those bottoms don't give you the booty you wish for. When shopping gets complicated, look to this guide. Every type of bathing suit is designed to enhance different body parts and we're designed to help you scout out the perfect one. To hide a tummy, go for waist ruching. To make your legs look a mile long, try a high cut. For a cheaper breast-lift, opt for a halter top or thicker straps. Want a bigger butt? Go for a cheeky boy short or ruffled bottoms. Small chest? PADDING and busy prints. Broad shoulders? Asymmetrical tops. Check out some picks below (in the order mentioned) for your perfect bathing suit. Read the post on We're Not Exclusive for more.

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2 Chic Ways To Wear A Peplum Frill Bikini

I'm head over heels for this bikini with peplum frill details. I just can't decide which color I like the most. I thought styling both might help me make my decision, but it really just made it even harder! Which of the two looks would you go for?

1. Le Specs Bandwagon Sunglasses
2. Lola Hats Alpargatas Hat
3. Zimmerman Anais Bonded Frill Bikini
4. NARS Body Glow
5. Mango Strap Cord Sandals
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6. Ray-Ban Clubmaster Sunglasses
7. Halogen Straw Panama Hat
8. Zimmermann Anais Bonded Frill Bikini
9. NARS Body Glow
10. Mango Strap Cord Sandals

SUMMER ESSENTIALS

If you haven't already heard, eBay’s Designer Collective has officially launched! As an avid ebay-er since college, I am super excited about this. It has a great selection of designer pieces and the best part is... no bidding and free shipping.

I put together a few collections with my favorite summer essentials for a chic vacation, a summer wedding and for a night out. Here are some of my top picks:

1. House of Harlow 1960 Chelsea Sunglasses
2. Nicole Miller Hinley Floral Knit Dress
3. Cynthia Rowley String Bikini
4. Cynthia Rowley Flask Bangle
5. Siwy Denim Camilla Shorts
6. Billy Reid Audrey Sandal

Be sure to follow me on eBay to check out more from my collections.

My eBay Collections were created as part of my collaboration with eBay. The opinions, as always, are my own.

MINIMAL CHIC SUMMER

Photos via: Vogue UK

Absolutely adore this minimal chic summer editorial starring Andreea Diaconu and Ashleigh Good. The Derek Lam gingham bandeau top and sheer Burberry floral skirt are perfection. This makes me want to grab my best friends and head out on a stylish road trip.

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GRACE KELLY | BEACH BABE

Photos via: Howell Conant

Came across these gorgeous photos of Grace Kelly at the beach. Such a babe!

CALIFORNIA COOL | MLLE MADEMOISELLE | FALL 2013 LOOKBOOK

Obsessing over the Mlle Mademoiselle Fall 2013 lookbook. The styling, the location, the film-like quality of the photos, the model's hair... don't even get me started on that leopard print jacket.

Their e-boutique launched today and all the California cool pieces from the lookbook are now available. So yea, my bank account is now in serious danger.

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BRONZED

ph: Vogue Netherlands

This pretty much sums up what I wish I was doing right now... Walking on a beautiful beach, bronzed and tan in a crochet bikini. Now if only I looked that good while doing it.

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+ Beauty and The Beach Bikini Sugar and Spice Crochet Top
+ Beauty and The Beach My Oh My Crochet Bottoms
+ Birthday Blues Crochet Swimsuit
+ Lisa Maree Triangle Crochet Bikini Top
+ Lisa Maree Crochet Bikini Bottoms

BRIGHT MIRRORED SUNGLASSES

I know I'm a little late on this, but I love these bright mirrored sunglasses too much not to share... Great nude frames on both styles, but can't decide if I'm liking the orange lens cat-eyes or the blue mirrored lenses more. What's your vote?

ps- If you prefer a darker frame, check out these mirrored wayfarers- only $20!

POPPY IN PRINTS

ph: ELLE Mexico

Poppy Delevingne looking great in prints!
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ULTRAVIOLET

ph: Exit Magazine

A great set of sexy sport + surf-inspired looks! So gorgeous!
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BEACH EDGE

ph: Vogue Germany

Drooling over Guinevere's embellished Isabel Marant vest + Givenchy shark tooth necklace!
Click below to see more, including some AMAZE Balmain embellished pants.
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LES IT DE L'ÉTÉ

ph: Grazia France

Loving this summer inspiration!
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