Salty Sweeeet! Salt Swimwear 2014 is Coming Ashore

We totally stand by Salt Swimwear.  If you have not discovered their adorable bikinis...well, shame on you!  Their stuff is just as sweet as can be.  This season we picked up 2 styles, each in 2 different color ways, for a total of 4 new bikinis for 2014.  AND, what's more they are reversible, so really you've got eight bikinis to review here, but who's really counting.  Each one is a winner!  Here's just a peak of what's to come.  We'll reveal more about the 2014 SALT swimsuits that will be arriving in a few weeks.  Here's just a li'l salty snack:




Salt Swimwear 2014 - Sesa-Lucy Bikini in Moroccan Summer Print



Salt Swimwear 2014 - Sesa-Lucy bikini in Teal



Salt Swimwear 2014 - Lola-Claudia Bikini in Black

 ~ C

Trippin' on Tavik

Tavik Swimwear is fairly new on the scene, but my, what a, "scene," they are making!  They have joined forces with Ani Breslin, owner and designer for Ani Bikinis, to create some unique swimsuits, full of character and pure originality.  The Tavik Swimwear 2013 line has already made some great press including Sports Illustrated and SURFING mags.  I'm sure that there's more to come as the season progresses and more fashion editors hear about Tavik Swimwear.

We have three, or four swimsuits from the 2013 Tavik Swimwear collection.  We still await the arrival of one style, but the rest are in stock and already selling.  So, for your review, may I present Miss Ani's and Tavik's latest:



Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Creedance Bikini Front

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Creedance Bikini Back

 The Creedance Bikini (above) is done in a watercolory, tie-dye print.  It sports a cheeky bottom and a unique top that although supportive, does not have any underwires in it.  It's cute, it's different and I think it's totally hip and sexy.  the price is not bad at only $149.



Tavik Swimwear 2013 - ZZ-Jimi Bikini Front

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - ZZ-Jimi Bikini Back

The ZZ-Jimi Bikini (we got a rock and roll theme goin' on here) is done in that great swimsuit fabric that looks a little like crochet, without all of the problems that crochet can have.  The bandeau top has a U-shaped cut-out and the cheeky bikini bottom has long, flowing strings.  Great color, BTW.  It retails for $159. 



Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jimi-Crosby Bikini Front

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jimi-Crosby Bikini Back

We've mentioned Jimi-Crosby bikini previously, but it's worth a second say.  Why?  It's cute!  It's tiny!  It's RED!!!  Oh...AND it's only $139. 



Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jefferson Bikini Front

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jefferson Bikini Side

This is our favorite Tavik bikini, but unfortunately it has not arrived yet...waaahhh!  We don't know why, but we wish the heck it would get here soon.  We've had so many customers inquire about it.  We're on the horn, trying to help this little high-waisted bikini find it's way home to us.  We'll keep you posted.

There are so many new swim labels out there this year, but we're sure that you'll agree that Tavik is the cream!

~ C.

That Spring Thing...

There's no doubt about it...Spring has sprung.  Now, I know... many of you are already on Spring Break.  Hopefully, you were able to take advantage of our recent sales and picked up a fancy bikini from our store before you left for tropical nirvana.  For those of you who haven't, you really ought to check out our PROMOTIONS page for some real, money saving coupon codes.  All you do is cut and paste the code into your check out page and VOILA!  instant savings!

We've received some new arrivals over this last month:

TAVIK is awesome!!! I'm diggin' this deep red bikini, done in an unusual fabric...not really a crochet, but it kind of looks like it from a distance.  It's really more of a textured type of swimsuit fabric. The good thing about this material is that it's not going to sag and stretch like crochet does. 


Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jimi-Crosby Bikini Front

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Jimi-Crosby Bikini Back

 The price is certainly right at only $139.  Don't forget to check that PROMOTIONS page for further discounts...hint, hint, hint.

Here's another new arrival from Boys + Arrows.  Now, this swimsuit came out last season, but in different colors and cut.  You'll also notice that the bottom has a bit more fuller coverage than other B+A bikinis, which a lot of ladies prefer.  It's done in a lemony yellow and has been selling briskly.


 Boys & Arrows Swimwear 2013 - Thelma the Thug Bikini Front





 Boys & Arrows Swimwear 2013 - Thelma the Thug Bikini Back
 

Indah Swimwear delivers this little nothing of a bikini.  Honestly, these pictures don't do it justice.  The fabric is very rich and luxe and the details are well executed.  This is a very sleek number!

Indah Swimwear 2013 - Pocket Button Bikini Back



Indah Swimwear 2013 - Pocket Button Bikini Front



Indah Swimwear 2013 - Pocket Button Bikini Front Detail

 

There are only a couple more new styles due in before the end of the season.  I'll keep you posted on those.  Like I said before, be sure to check the PROMOTIONS page for discounts.  Have fun out there!

 

~ C.



New Bikinis & Stuff Just Came In!

We've got some new items in for the 2013 Swimwear season.  Here are some of our latest arrivals:

Tori Praver Swimwear 2013-  Two little T.P. bikinis just arrived.  The Cabazon Bikini is a sweet underwire style with lighter than air ruffles and mini-coverage in back.

Cabazon Underwire Bikini by Tori Praver

Cabazon Bikini by Tori Praver Swimwear

Tori Praver's Jasmine-Kalani Bikini has a wrap style top, mohave print and bitty bottom.

2013 Tori Praver Swimwear - Jasmine-Kalani Bikini

Jasmine-Kalani Bikini has a pretty wrap top

Boys + Arrows Swimwear for 2013 has hit our docks.  More sweet swimsuits from Meagan Scott!  She did a re-do of her top seller from last season, the "Helen the Hussy," bikini.  This time she went with a gorgeous, emerald green. 

Boys + Arrows Swimwear 2013 - Helen the Hussy "E" Bikini - Just Arrived

This bikini top has been huge!

B+A also went with fringe in various shades of green.  Here is one of her fringed bikinis done in Moss Green:

Boys + Arrows Swimwear 2013 - Blythe the Babe "M" Bikini - Just Arrived

The finge is just the right amount on this Boys+Arrows Bikini

I'll be back, posting more of the lastest swimsuits for the 2013 season.  Have a wonderful New Year!

~ C.

Cali Dreaming On the PCH...

I'm looking over the swimsuits for Summer 2012 and Cruise 2013 and I'm really liking the neutrals that Cali Dreaming did this year.  Perhaps we'll offer a few of their styles in our store.  Here's a mini preview:



Cheetah Mesh Bandeau Bikini - Cali Dreaming Swimwear 2012



Striped Bra Top Bikini - Cali Dreaming Swimwear

What do you think?  I love them!

~ C.

Solid & Preppy - The Newest Propositions For 2012 Swimwear

Done is the overindulgence and the high excess ...In is the sensibility and frugality for swimsuits and beach clothing this season.  There, I said it...That's what I really see on the horizon for swimwear in 2012.  No fluffy superlatives, here.  Not that I mind this new, practical outlook on swim fashion.  I love the preppy looks and simple solids that are coming out.  So refreshing!  They ground us like a low tide, while we wait for the next wave of extreme beach modes to come crashing in.  They remind us that less is more.

Melissa Odabash Swimwear 2012 - Florence Bikini, Preppy Nautical



Actually, I really started to see this trend last season, but I suppose, like eating a rich dessert, it was hard to push oneself away from the table, even when we knew we should. While some of us kept going for the extreme decadence last year, many of our customers began to beg off, reminding us that water is just fine, thank you very much. Here, at Tropi-Ties, we saw an increase of sales in the more elegant, conservative looks of designers such as Melissa Odabash, Sauipe and Karla Colletto. There were more solids sold last year. Stripes started showing up again. And what's more, nautical looks are strongly steaming in this season. The prices, while not rock bottom, are at least holding steady.

ANK Swimwear 2012 - Moher Bikini, Laced Up



Melissa Odabash Swimwear 2012 - Los Angeles Bikini -
Stripes Rule The Seas!



Tori Praver Swimwear 2012 - Raven Bikini

One Piece swimsuits are still moving ahead in sales...another sign that trends are moving to the more understated.

Sauipe Swimwear 2012 - Donatella 1-Piece Swimsuit

What's more, we have been seeing the more conservative tankini making a comeback. (Although we always thought it was so, so cute, if only done right.)  The little, black bikini, forever chic, has been coming on strong since last year.  L*Space did a couple of styles in the year prior, and this season we picked up on two by Crystal Jin and while they lack in color, they make up for everything in the details. 

Crystal Jin Swimwear 2012 - Solaire-Varick Bikini, Bring on the Black 

So, I guess that the mantra this season is: "Less is More." 

Now, is that really such a bad thing?  Oh my! Heavens no!

 

~ C.





Maaji Swimwer 2012 Just as Cute as Ever!!!!

Maaji Swimwear keeps us smiling.  They always deliver cute, cute bikinis at a reasonable price.  Now what beachgoer doesn't like that?  Here's just a little preview of what's to come this Fall from Maaji Swimwear 2012:

Maaji Swimwear 2012 - Splendid Treasure Bikini $108
I'm diggin' the side swoop on this top.  It reminds me of the set-in styles of the 70s.  $108

Seahorse Ride Tankini by Maaji $155
I can't tell you how many times we have had requests for a new tankini, but I just hadn't found a cute enough one until now.  I LOVE THIS!

Maaji Bikini 2012 - Tsunami Sublime Bikini  $120 
A very sweet bandeau bikini for 2012!

Maaji Swimwear 2012 - Delightful Seafarer Bikini $128
Maaji Swimwear loves to mix up the prints to create a wild, riot of color.  They do an awesome job of it here at a killer price.  

There's lots more Maaji bikinis for 2012 on the horizon.  Maaji sizes tend to run just a tad on the small side...just so you know.  We expect our first Maaji swimsuits to start arriving in about a month, so please stop by and have a look-see.

~ C.

When Black Friday Comes...Here's the Tropi-Ties Coupon Code For the Day

Maybe I'm showing my age, but honestly, every time I hear the term, "Black Friday," I think of Steely Dan's song and visualize men in their wall street best, floating past the window to meet their fate.  It's a grim vision.  Perhaps we should call this shopping day of all shopping days something else?  "Frantic Friday," "Fab Friday," "Freakin' Friday," or simply, "the day after Thanksgiving."  Anyway, I'll go with the flow and let you in on some divine, little, coupon codes that will help you make your shopping just a little easier this year.  All you have to do is plug them into your checkout page when prompted, and voila!  You will see some serious pocket change taken off of your bill. 

Tropi-Ties Swimwear always has a few discount codes floating around.  Many of them are posted on our PROMOTIONS page, so be sure to check there first.  You'll also see a few, really, really great ones posted in our Twitter and Facebook posts.  Those are generally good for a limited time, but not always.  We've never posted any of them here before, so what the heck.  Here's a fantastic code that will save you 30% off of your order from Tropi-Ties Swimwear this weekend only, beginning on "Black Friday."
The code is:

GIMMEABREAK 

Just insert this code at the proper place when checking out and you will get a 30% discount off of your merchandise purchased.  Does not apply to shipping or tax.  The offer expires on Sunday night.  It's good for anything in the store...new arrivals...items on sale...anything that is in stock at the time.  If it's out of stock, sorry, no can do.

We all hope that you have a very happy and safe holiday.  Sending out out our good vibes to all!

~ C.

Maaji Swimwear 2011...Lovin' It!

What is not to like in this new swimwear collection

by Maaji Swimwear?

Maaji Swimwear 2011 - Peachy Lucky Hit Bikini

Maaji Swimwear 2011 - Reddish Frenzy Bikini

Maaji Swimwear 2011 - Monochrome Rumble Bikini

Maaji Swimwear 2011 - Turquoise Barricades Bikini

Enjoy!  More Maaji swimsuits coming soon!

~ C.

Salinas Swimwear 2011 - What's In Store For This Iconic Swimwear Brand?

Ya just gotta love Salinas Swimwear...they've kept it all together during these turbulent times and still managed to come up with some cute, new, cleverly styled bikinis.  The 2011 Salinas Swimwear Collection is now being unveiled at Tropi-Ties and it's to die for.  They've gone sweet on us this year and put up some sexy, little, ruffled numbers, done in feminine florals. 

They've also gone bright and  bold in 2011 with a rainbow plaid bikini.

Bikinis and prints aren't the only thing that Salinas Swimwear did well this season.  They have a couple of eye catching one piece swimsuits, as well as a sexy, black, tasseled bikini that personally, I just love. 

Salinas Swimwear is a master at blurring the line between a young, junior/teen look and a grown up girl style.  I think that's why everyone loves them so much.  That, and that true sense of fun that is inherent in each and every Salinas swimsuit.  They've managed to keep their prices reasonable too.  (Although, I have to say that the most expensive ones tend to be my favorites...such is life.)

The 2011 Salinas Swimwear is arriving this fall.  Stop by and preview the new Salinas Swimwear Collection before it hits the shelves at Tropi-Ties Swimwear

Karla Colletto Swimwear 2011 - Looking Forward To Fall

Karla Colletto keeps coming up with more and more classic, one piece swimsuits.  I love my Karla swimsuits...and I've seen a LOT of swimsuits in my career.  Granted, there was a day when I wore nothing but the tiniest string bikinis, but now that I'm, "more mature," (IE; not 20 years old and hanging a kid on each arm,) I'm so glad that Karla is around.  I always feel sexy and beautiful in my KC swimsuits.  The fit is impeccable, the styling is classic, the the quality and workmanship is beyond compare.  Plus, the support is where I need it, with Karla's hidden, floating under wire bodice.  I will never settle for a cheaply made swimsuit from the discount chain store or catalog again. EVER!!!  I slip my KC swimsuit on and head for the pool knowing that I look beautiful and that the swimsuit won't come apart while doing my laps and lazing through the afternoon.  After all...enjoying the beach and pool isn't a matter of demographics.  We should all enjoy our day in the sun.

The new Karla Colletto Swimwear 2011 Collection is full of fanciful bathing suits.  I absolutely love the Black Piping One Piece Swimsuit and have ordered an extra one just for "Moi."  The color is fabulous, the styling superb and the fit...oh, the fit....is like nothing else. I feel at least 20 pounds thinner!  Whether, your 25, or 55, this swimsuit will look divine on everyone.   This is a bathing suit that I can actually wear in front of friends and family and know that I look, "killer," in it!  There are no regrets.   So, it's on to fall...on to romantic escapes...tropical beaches, sweet days lazing by the pool with my, "Honey," and time for a new Karla Colletto Swimsuit!

~C.

Miami Swim Shows - Wrapping Things Up

Last night was the final show at the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Miami, featuring the 2011 Swimwear collections.  Here's a rundown of some of my favorites. Pix to follow soon.

Kooey, Lisa Blue, Aquarella, Lisa Maree...The Aussies came out in force at the Raleigh to show off their creations.  It was a wonderful, graphic display in beach fashion.  I Loved Kooey's use of their circular prints, as well as Lisa Blue's designs that incorporated the classic, Renaissance paintings.  Aquarella did a killer orange and black bandeau that showed great structure and style.

Tyler Rose designer, Nicole Carroll,  doesn't reinvent the bikini, but what she does do is reinvent what kinds of fabrics and trims that going into making the bikini.  Ms. Carroll uses materials that you wouldn't normally find in swimwear and puts it all together to make some sweet, sexy, little swimsuits that show a ton of panache.  This year was no exception...I really liked the woven ribbons used for ties, as well as the tiny, ruched bottoms and strappy details on many of her bikinis.

Watch out for Marysia Swimwear...they're doing everything right.  This season, the collection was fabulous, showing class and sophistication, as well as some inventive details such as high waists that button down low, knit fabrics, unique underwires, and breezy cover-ups.  The colors are soft and the the feminine styling is off on its own...no copycat pieces here.  I think that this was my favorite designer of the day.

~ C.

Mercedes Benz Fasion Week Swim 2011 - Let's Review

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim - Let's Review...
I would absolutely love to show you all the pix, but I’m doing it legal and waiting for permission to publish them. Until then, you’ll just have to trust me on my text depictions.

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Crystal Jin is a new line looking long, sleek, with satiny, Asian inspired fabrics. I liked this line. While maybe not earth shaking in design, the cuts looked clean, the swimsuits certainly fit the models well, and the designs were all very appealing. This is a line that is almost baked to perfection…try it now, or give it another year to mature and flourish.

OMG…watch out! Beach Bunny is going bawdy-glam again. Ya gotta love their burlesque themed bikinis with the over-the-top lingerie inspired swimsuits…lots of lace, lots of shine…lots of va-va-va-voom!

Swimwear Anywhere looks at swimsuits the way most of us should. They’re bringing purpose and practicality back to swimsuit fashion…and that’s all I’ll say about that.

17th

I love Mara Hoffman! Gawd…who doesn’t? She amazes me that she does such an excellent job with swimwear, when, in fact, she has several other divisions in her design repertoire that are equally impressive. Where does she find all that energy? As usual, Mara Hoffman Swimwear for 2011 takes the print to another level entirely and the same goes for her bodies. She's always going just to the edge, peering over, and coming back with something new for the rest of us that are not quite as brave as she. And while her models are certainly lovely, if not a bit quirky, (that right there tells you something about Ms. Hoffman,) they never upstage her designs. This season there’s lots of crisscross lattice straps, combined with her now famous Egyptian inspired prints. Strappy details, skinny pants and flowing caftans…oh my!

18th

Mr. Carter, please take a bow. Red Carter’s swimwear shows always reveal his flair for the theatric, but he also demonstrates his practical side. He has a knack of combining drama and classic wearability into all of his designs. For 2011, Red gives us some clever cut-outs, and straps going places that we never knew they could go. He also used lots of metallics, but punched it up with some eye-popping solids. I’m so glad to see that once again, his line is super strong this season. (Applause)


Cia.Maritima Swimwear is always so feminine, sexy and above all…Brazilian. It looks like a Samba sounds. This year, I instantly fell in love with the exotic butterfly prints used for the swimsuits and many of the cover-ups. I think that the line this year is just a touch more sophisticated than in the past. There was some serious thought that went into many of the cover-ups, designing them to go easily from beach to bazaar. (I especially like the long jumpsuits.) Cia.Maritima always gives us some variety, particularly with bikini bottoms that range from full coverage to miniscule backsides.

This is the second year that I’ve reviewed Caffé Swimwear. I think that they are still evolving and probably going somewhere…soon. This season there were lots of big, chunky accents, decorating a cool, summery palette. More to come on this newish label.

Tonight: Marysia, Nicolita, Tyler Rose Swimwear, An Aussie montage including Kooey, will be hitting the runways. I love all of these labels…I can hardly wait to tell you about them next time!

~ C.

Marysia Swimwear - All American

In honor of the 4th of July, we would like to introduce to you a new line from the good ol' USA.  Marysia Swim is a delightful collection of inspiring swimsuits by Marysia Dobrzanska Reeves, done up in a pallete of  femininity and intimate elegance.  The frills show up, once again, as well as the high-waisted bottom.  I especially like the clever way that Marysia does tiny gathers, here and there, to create a new look. 

So, I'll make this short.  Please have a wonderful and SAFE 4th.

~ C.

The 2010 season is about to come to a close.  So, what have been the hottest labels this year?  Some of the most sought after swimsuit designers this season have been Mara Hoffman, Zimmermann, Agua Bendita and a Jr./teen line called Maaji Swimwear.  Rosa Cha Swimwear has been making a big comeback after changing designers.  Amir Slama has left the post and was replaced by Alexandre Herchcovitch.  Salinas Swimwear is also coming back in a good way, since reorganizing their distribution in the US.  Lenny Swimwear continues to hold a strong position in the market place, as does everyone's favorite 1-piece swimsuit queen, Karla Colletto.  I'm curious as to what new labels will come to light in 2011.

~ C.