I haven’t had much downtime this summer. Between weddings, work, and business travel I’ve been on the go rather than on the beach. This past weekend I spent less than 24 hours in Arlington, VT (another wedding), but I took one of those hours to relax by the pool. Our contemporary society glorifies the “hustle,”…Read More
Swimsuit
Chasing Waterfalls
I love this swimsuit for its sleek and sexy design. It’s a one piece so I feel comfortable and covered in it but the low front keeps it from looking matronly. Even better, it’s convertible. It has two very long straps that can be tied in a number of styles. Packing for trips is a breeze when you get 10+…Read More
Bathing Beauty
I’m no Botticelli Venus emerging from the half shell but I do know swimwear and the final installment of the Swimsuit Series is a retro look. I love the high waisted style and you can’t go wrong with red and white polka dots. This is a nice compromise between a bikini and a one piece, it still has…Read More
Let’s Get Glam
Next up in the Swimsuit Series we’re taking things from athletic to glamorous. Let’s be real, that’s my preferred aesthetic. I love this suit, the cut-outs are interesting but it’s still comfortable to lounge in. A pair of heels and a sheer coverup takes this look from poolside to runway in seconds flat. Just like the…Read More
Here Comes the Sun
To ring out August and make the most of our last few weeks of summer, I’m showing a Swimsuit Series here on Trends and Tolstoy. Over the next week I’ll be showing you three different styles of swimsuits and coverups, and how to take the look from the pool to the street in one easy…Read More