Am I Blue?

Am I Blue?...Not really, not with a nifty, little coupon code from Tropi-Ties Swimwear.  From now, until April 30, 2013, you can save $10 on any swimsuit on The SEARCH BY COLOR, TURQUOISE/BLUE SWIMSUITS & BIKINI page.  Just use code FEELINGBLUE upon checking out. Here's just a sampling of items offered on the page:



Tori Praver Swimwear 2013 - Cabazon Bikini



SAHA Swimwear 2013 - Chairama T-Back Bikini

Salt Swimwear 2013 - Isla One Piece Swimsuit

Boys + Arrows Swimwear 2013 - Olivia The Outlaw Bandeau Bikini -

 

~ 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.



Sports Illustrated Swimwear Edition 2013...Travelling the Globe

SI Swim 2013 came out today.  I haven't seen the print version yet, but I went straight to the online pages of Sports Illustrated to see which models and swimsuits made the issue.  Although the swimsuits cover very little, SI went to great lengths to cover all parts of the world with their photoshoots.  Exotic locations abound, including Namibia, China Australia, Chile, Spain, our own LV and last, but not least Antarctica.  (A swimsuit shoot in Antarctica?  Whodda thunk!  I can feel the goosebumps just thinking about it...those poor girls.)  As a former swimwear photographer, I can tell you that the shots are all gorgeous! The girls look divine and the swimsuits...well, the swimsuits are just amazing! 

Indah Swimwear was featured in many of the shots and Tropi-Ties is fortunate to carry one of them:
 

  Ghita-Corine Bikini.
 SI shows it in a print, while we offer it in a "Shiraz" red. 

Tori Praver Swimwear had quite a few bikinis featured as well.  Ruffles, ruffles, ruffles...they're so big this year and Tori does them with just enough, but never overdone. 

Tori Praver Swimwear  - Cabazon Bikini in an aqua print 



Tori Praver Swimwear - Sage Ruffled Bikini in a seaglass blue





Tavik Swimwear splashed the SI pages with their cool, tie dye prints.  Look for one of their tie dye styles due to arrive any day now at Tropi-Ties.

Tavik Swimwear 2013 - Creedance Bikini with cheeky bottom backside

Other labels featured in the 2013 Swim Edition that we carry at Tropi-Ties include Acacia, Lenny, Cali Dreaming and Salinas.  I congratulate all of the designers, reps, models and everyone else that makes that happen!

~ C.

Kate Upton Did It Again...SI Swimsuit Edition Cover

Oops...she did it again...lookin' gorgeous in her white attire and polar location.  A blogger, (not me...promise...) leaked the cover today and now the world knows who's on the front of the 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition.  But, we still don't know what is inside, now do we?  That's what I'm most interested in.  And even more so, which swimsuits are in there.  The SI Swim Ed is due out Feb. 12.  I'll keep you posted.

~ C.

And Now...For a Little Lenny

For those of you who have been our customers for awhile, you know.  YOU KNOW!  I love Lenny Swimwear!  It is chic, sophisticated, sexy, gorgeous, a great fit, ageless, timeless...I could go on and on.  So, if you are new to the swimwear world and haven't yet heard of Lenny Niemeyer and her beautiful Brazilian swimsuits, well then, listen up.  Lenny Swimwear is awesome!  Many of the Lenny suits just came in.  Here's the latest line-up from the 2013 Lenny Swimwear collection:



Lenny Swimwear 2013 - Branly Double String Halter Bikini

The Branly Double String is done in a richly hued, flame-stitch print.  There is some tiny ruching on the bra cups to add just a touch of fullness.  The bikini bottom is cut just right, with minimum to moderate coverage in back. 



Lenny Swimwear 2013 - New Grafitti Bandeau Bikini

A vibrant, colorful, twisted bandeau with supportive, built-in cups and optional neck strap.  Bikini bottom is banded at the hips and offers the cutest, bitty bum (minimal) coverage in back. 



 Lenny Swimwear 2013 - Draped Ruched Maillot

 

This has been a perennial, Lenny one-piece style for a couple of years now.  Since it's been so popular, we're bringing it back for an encore.  It's sooooo comfortable and supportive, not to mention, drop dead sexy with it's wrapped and shirred bodice and moderate coverage in back. 

Lenny Swimwear 2013 - Tie Dye Long Halter Bikini

This is my favorite Lenny bikini of the season.  It is due to arrive in about a month.  I'm grovin' on the leather trim at the hips, paired up with the ocean blue tie-dye fabric.

We may get more Lenny swimsuits in later in the season, but that's it for now.  I know...it's not the cheapest brand, but trust me, a Lenny swimsuit will last you several seasons and the quality is top notch, so it's worth every penny.  Also, you may find a coupon code on our promo page to help put a little icing on your cake. 

~ C

Acacia Swimwear 2013 Does a Pattern Play

Acacia Swimwear goes exotic with their fabrics this season.  Their 2013 collection, "Gitana del Sol,"  dishes up vintage aloha florals, exotic Thai prints, and cool, geo-print designs.  Plus, they've added eye catching, silk crocheted panels to several of their styles.  Put it all together and the Acacia Swimwear line-up is a hit and already selling out early in the year!  Here are the styles that we are offering at Tropi-Ties Swimwear:

Canons Ho'okipa Bikini Front View in Acacia Swimwear's "Native" geo-print

Canons Ho'okipa Bikini  backside.  Acacia Swimwear is known for their "Cutie Booty" bikini bottoms

 Acacia Swimwear 2013 - Kenya-Tanzania Bikini front view, in vintage aloha print, with silk crocheted details at hips

Back of top and hips have lots of crocheted details

Santorini-Maui Bikini by Acacia Swimwear is done in a gorgeous "Thai" print with a bitty bum and string details.

~ C.