Ahhh … the allure of pristine beaches, relaxing on tranquil shores, glittering turquoise water lapping at your pedicured toes. The cabana boy brings you the umpteenth cocktail of the day, as the scent of Reef Oil wafts gently in the balmy breeze. Long and lazy days melt away your cares… but wait! “What do I pack?!” I hear you panic.
Don’t get your hibiscuses in a knot and take the shimmer off your vay-cay with what-to-pack nightmares. Here is my list of Summer essentials to include in your LV luggage to guarantee a glamorous beach holiday.
1. A Kaftan … or ten. The Summer Holiday is the domain of the Kaftan. Load up on as many as you can get your hands on, be they micro mini or ankle grazing maxi length, plain or brightly coloured. Bedazzled with all manner of shiny baubles, wild crazy prints, embroidered, belted, knotted, twisted and tie-dyed … you name it, just go for it. The Kaftan’s versatility is endless and guaranteed to take you from Beach to Banquet, Pool to Palladium in the ultimate resort chic.
2. Great Swimming Costume … OK, I agree that this is the most daunting of all the items. It can be a big ask from a small piece of fabric! But with some serious “trying on” time, an honest opinion [take your most trusted gal pal] and expert fitting advice – you can find the most flattering swimsuit for your shape. Invest in one that highlights all your best bits, and distracts from the rest. Your seaside confidence will boost in spades. Isola by Megan Gale has some great shapes for real women with real curves.
3. Big Sunglasses and fabulous Hat … now it’s no secret that I’m a fan of eyewear. However, Sunglasses are an integral part of your holiday look. Let them be large and black to cut out the glare, then top it off with a wide brimmed hat to shield your face from sun damage. The hat and sunnies combo delivers the added bonus of creating a certain mystique. Function, fashion and fascination … now that’s the perfect recipe for holiday fun.
4. Sunscreen … no one wants unnecessary sun damage, freckles and premature ageing. So block out the harmful rays with a 30+ like Invisible Zinc. Your Mum said it, and I’ll say it again: “put on your sunscreen NOW!”
5. Bronze up with a great faux tan. Model Co “Tan in a Can” is my favourite, as it’s more “sun kissed” than “tandoori dipped”. The trick is to do it before you leave town and take the edge off that Reflex paper moonscape hue. Plus I’m sure it’s scientifically proven that a tan instantly gives the appearance of losing 5kgs.
6. Espradilles … even perfectly proportioned swimwear models wear a heel with their togs on runway. It just makes your legs look better – don’t ask me why, it just does. Look for a great pair of wedge heels with tie straps and non slip soles – guaranteed to lengthen legs and glamorize any holiday moment.
And voila … Perfection in Paradise whilst firmly lodged in the recline position! Now we can all really chill and order another cocktail.
By Alex Perry
www.alexperry.com.au
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