It's very nearly June and that means only one thing..... It's nearly time for a Summer holiday. That one holiday you've been looking forward to since Winter. That holiday that sun kisses your body, lightens your hair and relaxes your mind. But this also goes hand in hand with the dreaded bikini body.
Don't stress, it's very simple. You put on your beach wear and that's it.... you're beach body ready. To help you out with the right attire for your hols, we have put a few #ootd together to inspire you!
1. The Ibiza Weekender
We've gone for a a geometric print bikini with a flash of neon brights from River Island. Go for a bra-let structured bikini so it can be doubled up as a crop top. Throw a loose cami or kimono over the top as a cover up. We couldn't resist this mesh graphic tee from River Island in their exclusive Patcha collection. It's IBIZA, so the long summer days are going to be spent drinking, singing and dancing way into the early mornings, so footwear is important. Go for a wedge or flatform for extra height and the apparance that you're wearing a heel without the excruciating pain that usually comes with it. We chose these metallic 90s flatforms from Topshop to keep in with the urban vibe. We all know going out with a bag can be hard work especially when you want to rave. Opt for a bumbag, so that you can relax and not worry about where your bag is. Every outfit needs accessorising, even beachwear. We went for The Iona Layered Jewel Pendant. Celebs have been parading their bodies all over instagram over the last months pairing layered pendants with bikinis, so keep the pendant on, even when the cover up comes off. Last but not least, don't forget the lashes. It may be the daytime and 100 degrees, but it's still a party.
2. The Sun, Sea and Sand
Whether your going away with the girls, the boyfriend or family, you can look chic, yet beachy with the ootd above. Multiple straps on beachwear have been popular this Summer. We went for a simple khaki bikini with crossover detail. Khakis great for any skin tone, so will look great pre tanned. Keep it simple and go for a sarong. They're so versatile. Wear it as a skirt, dress, kimono or even a head scarf if you've slightly baked in the sun. Keep the footwear simple and go for a comfy flip flop or sandal. We opted for a black leather thong with gold chain detailing. When it comes to a bag, it's pretty simple. Go for a large tote to fit all your girly products, towel, books, lilo, music in and any other accessory you may want to take down to the beach. We love this khaki floral Billabong tote and it's in a canvas fabric, perfect to go in the wash to get rid off all those loose grains of sand. If it's hot, don't forget to cover up with a BB cream to protect your face and still making your skin look flawless. The last and most important accessory is the shades. Go for an oversized pair to look cool and chic. We love these Black Oversize Glasses to pull together your full beach look.
3. The Package Holiday
Is there anything better than an all inclusive package holiday to get away from the chaotic stress of everyday life. You can sit by the pool, drinking pina colada's and reading the latest cosmopolitan. We went for a beautiful laced white bikini with beaded detailing. Go for a a halterneck so that when you're catching raise, you can untie it to stop unwanted tan lines. Throw on a loose cover up to go down to breakfast/ pool in. We fell in love with this chiffon cover up from River Island with silver diamante detailing round the neckline. The lemons and soft hues of blue are calming and look really pretty. We matched the sandals to the cover up, going for diamante detailing on these three strap mules. Again, we were drawn to a canvas style tote, so that if any suncream leaks, it can be washed out easily enough. For a bit of extra glamour, we chose The Kylee Gold Tassel Charm Bracelet, as the gold and blue charms match perfectly with the outfit. Finish your look with a lip balm to keep your lips moist and to avoid them drying up in the sun.
4. The UK Surf Break
We aren't all lucky enough to go abroad for our summer holidays, but a holiday in the UK is still pretty good, especially if the rain holds off. We went for a casual outfit in a surfer chick style. Keep it simple and go for a black bikini. Black goes with everything and can look stylish no matter what you pair it with. We went for a pair of ripped frayed shorts with a high waist line. If it's a cold day, wear a pair of leggings underneath them for extra warmth. Keep the footwear basic and practical. a pair of flip flops or converse are the best beach wear for the UK. Bare feet isn't an option on the shoreline. We love this dry top form Billabong, a twist on a wetsuit, to keep you a little bit warmer if you're toying with the idea of going swimming. To carry all your belongings down to the beach, a backpack is always a winner, especially this fringed rucky from topshop with shark tooth detailing. Finish your beachy look with a few bangles and bracelets. We think The Amara Layered Beach Charm Bracelet is great for adding detail. It's one bracelet but acts as a few for a cool surfer effect. Keep your hair feeling soft with a few sprays of a sun and sea protector, which also adds to the beachy toussled look.
We can almost smell the suncream and taste the cocktails! Have a great holiday everyone!
- Becky x
