Tropi Praver Swimwear 2014...Drumroll Please

The 2014 Swimwear is starting to arrive...yes!  The first styles to come in are from Tori Praver Swimwear 2014. Tori did a fabulous bandeau in her signature smocked fabric, with intricate weaving in the front and hips...very classy!  The top looks to be supportive, but without stays and boning, which frankly, can sometimes be uncomfortable.  The bottom is itsy bitsy with minimal coverage in back.  It's all done up in a rich fuchsia.

Tori Praver Swimwear 2014 - Chelsea Bikini

If you want a little more threads on your backside, check out Tori Praver's Boardwalk Bikini, done in a lavender tribal print and with moderate coverage in back. 

Tori Praver Swimwear 2014 - Boardwalk Bikini Front View

Tori Praver Swimwear 2014 - Boardwalk Bikini Back Side

Look for more 2014 swimsuits to arrive very soon!  We expect Boys+Arrows to be here any day!
~ 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.

Sensational Solids...Somewhere Over the Bikini Rainbow

Prints have had their fun and as much as I love creating, designing and selling printed bikinis, the time has come for solid colors to take the scene.  There's the perennial black, (see my previous post below,) but there's also a miraid of new hues making it poolside this season.  The biggest color that we're seeing this summer is "Mint."  Boys + Arrows did one that borders on a bright; it's so cheerful. 

Helen the Hussy Bandeau Bikini by Boys + Arrows Swimwear

Red is also a big deal this year.  Honestly, we really didn't order enough of it...we could have sold a lot more.  Marysia Swim did a little red number. 

Acapulco Bikini by Marysia Swim

The neons have been eyecatching and extremely popular...B+A did several. 

Debbie Danger Bikini by Boys + Arrows Swimwear

 And, both Karla Colletto and ANK did a, "nude pink," that has been well received. 

Ruching Skirted Bikini by Karla Colletto

Aliseos Bikini byANK Swimwear

 Turquoise, aqua, azul, blue...all those water colors will never go out of style; nor will they ever look bad against any skin tone.  My favorite is this Lenny bikini. 

Chain With Rings Bikini by Lenny Swimwear

Then, there's white...it always looks crisp, clean and fabulous.  These days, white is much more popular than in the past, because of the newer, "no see through," linings that are available to the industry today.   Marysia did my fave.

Marbella Bikini by Marysia Swim

 I'd go on and on about bikini colors this morning, but this is the busy season, so I'll cut it short and sweet and leave you to ponder the rainbow.

~ 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.

Bitty Bottoms Are Turning Heads

Minimal bottoms are back!  OK, maybe they've never left, but we are now seeing a stronger demand for the itty bitty back side.  Is this a sign of better times?  (Kind of like hemlines?)  I don't know, but for those of you who love to show off the derriere, you'll want to shop some of the new swimwear brands, such as Salt, Tori Praver, SAHA and Boy + Arrows.  Of course, let's not forget the label that started it all...Salinas .




Salt Swimwear 2012



Tori Praver Swimwear 2012





Boys + Arrows Swimwear 2012



Salinas Swimwear 2012





Some swimsuits are now in stock.  Others will be arriving soon, so please check back for updates.  Bottoms up!

~ 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.

Melissa Odabash Swimwear 2011 - Another Year of Classics

Once again, Melissa Odabash delivers with a collection of sophisticated classics.  Nothing overly, "trendizoid," here, just great swimsuits and fabulous cover-ups that will go the distance, which is certainly good in this crazy economy.  You can rest assured that if you put out some serious change for a beautiful, designer swimsuit by Miss Odabash, you won't be passing it on to the thrift store next season, or even the next. The quality and the look of Melissa Odabash Swimwear has lasting power.

So, what's my favorite MO bikini this year?  I would have to say, the "Evita Bikini," a bandeau done in a precious turquoise blue. 

My favorite Melissa cover-up?  Definitely the black fringed, "Sandy" poncho.  I love anything that looks Spanish, or Portuguese.

 Melissa also did a few other perennials, such as her classic animal print, which has been fashioned into a sexy boy short bikini and her Indian inspired cover-up designs.

We just got the news that the 2011 Melissa Odabash Swimwear and Cover-Ups will be arriving from across the pond any day, so if you've been waiting for their arrival, please email us, or stop by our online store for updates. 

~ 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.

Melissa Odabash Swimwear 2010 - Class & Fun Rolled Into One

Melissa Odabash Swimwear is another one of those classic swimsuit lines that always looks timeless and tasteful, yet still has a touch of fun flirtiness about it. Miss Odabash started her own swimwear line after modeling swimsuits in Italy that were not exactly to her liking. She created her own bathing suits, took them to the shops of Milan and they immediately caught on. She later opened her own store in London where she sells a variety of her beachwear styles and accessories.

Her look is simple and refined and in a word, “refreshing.” The quality of an MO swimsuit is impeccable, employing only the best of fabrics and trims. All of her patterns and designs have comfort in mind. Melissa Odabash exclusively uses a special twisted elastic support that is sewn into her bra tops, Instead of the more traditional under-wires that most other manufacturers use.

This year the look for MO is cool and calm. The Luxor Bikini is a simple, black bandeau that is spiced up with a thick, chunky chain detail. The Sienna One Piece Swimsuit is polished and clean, with graceful lines and a design sense that will get you through more than one summer. Of course, that’s what Melissa Odabash Swimwear is all about…enduring elegance.



~ C.