Unique Bathing Suits & Cover Ups

One of the biggest trends in bathing suits right now is the itsy bottom.  Not quite a thong, but definitely borderline.  All the butt guys in the world are in total bikini heaven.  I thought the only place you could find a cute itsy bikini bottom is in Miami or from Victorias Secret.  I was wrong.  I found a site called Beautiful Halo and they have a massive selection of all types of bathing suits, from high waist bottoms, itsy bikinis and even cute of one pieces.  I love the unique selection and I definitely bought this sexy bright halter bikini, amongst several others for the summer!

 

I love the idea of a unique cover up.  Don't get me wrong, I have all the typical terry numbers and sheer animal print tops.  But I'm always looking for something that no one else has.  Something completely unique.  Like the blue tunic with magenta pom poms (pictured above) from Beautiful Halo.  It's got the coverage you want for stepping off the beach and having lunch, and you can be sure no one else is going to have the same cover up as you.  Being stylish and unique is how you set your fashionable self apart from the rest. 

 

I'm also loving the unique selection of bathing suits from Beautiful Halo.  This summer at the beach, I saw about a hundred of the exact same Victorias Secret Itsy Bikinis, which are adorable, but who wants to look like everyone else?  This brightly colored halter bikini is only $13 at Beautiful Halo.  That's right.  Almost all their bathing suits are under $20.  Beats any price around town, even H&M.  Check out all the cover ups and bathing suits Beautiful Halo has.  Huge selection at unbeatable prices.  Shipping is FREE on orders over $29 (that's one bathing suit and one cover up) and everything is 30% OFF for your first order.  



Giveaway: Free Clothes!

One of my favorite perks of being a Fashion Blogger is the free clothes!  When I first started blogging, I thought they would just come to me.  I definitely learned the hard way and through hard work, I now work with online retailers all over the world to earn clothes and accessories. 

One of my favorite online stores, JollyChic.com has allowed me to extend $20 worth of free clothes to one of my followers!  Interested?  Visit JollyChic.com and REGISTER to qualify.  I'll choose a winner in a few days.

You're not just limited to free clothes either.  JollyChic.com has shoes, bags, jewelry, even wedding dresses at unbelievable prices.  Register today, and good luck!



Hands Free Summer, Thanks to Estarer

In the summer, I never stop.  The season is so short and I really try to soak up every second of Maine.  People always ask where we vacation in the summer and I always respond, "Portland".  It truly is vacationland and I'd be a fool to go anywhere else. 

Squeezing everything Maine has to offer into a few short months isn't easy and I was so tired of lugging my heavy bags around.  They were slowing me down and limiting my ability to play with my little boy, because I was always one-handed.  I knew I needed a backpack, but last year my cute Target one busted a hole after a week. 



I ordered an incredibly stylish and durable bag on Amazon.com and when this Estarer Backpack came in the mail, I was instantly in love!  The shoulder straps are made of soft leather, so they never dig into my shoulders (no matter how much I have inside).  There are tons of pockets on the outside so I can easily access my cell phone, lip gloss and my little guy's wet wipes.  It's stylish enough that I can wear it with anything, but rugged enough that I can throw it on the beach while I take a dip in the ocean.  I LOVE it.

 

The price on the Estarer Backpack was so affordable, I actually had enough in my budget to also order an Estarer Laptop Case.  With WiFi available almost anywhere, I love being able to throw my laptop in my backpack and blog from the beach, or the lake, or a pool, or a boat... you get the idea.  The Estarer Laptop Case is awesome.  Besides it's fun boho print and lightweight padding, the zipper is gold.  I love gold.  Makes everything look more fancy.

 

 

 

Thanks to Estarer, I'm going to have an awesome hands free summer.  I highly suggest you try out an Estarer Backpack and laptop case.  They are high quality and fashion at a very affordable price.  Oh, and if you haven't vacationed in Maine for the summer, you must.

 

 





Guest Blogger: Heather Noire- Bauchle Fashion

 

 

I'm so excited to feature a Guest Blogger that put her take on everyday fashion on a budget.  Meet Heather Noire and check out her blog at: http://bauchlefashion.com

 

I am a 25-year-old Business Student, Model, and Magazine Blogger. I’m a coffee addict, cocktail drinking, fashion lover, frequent flyer, and lover of all things Parisian. My job is a lot of fun and has been a major benefit for my blogging. You get to know a lot of wonderful people who can defiantly inspire you. My blog Bauchle Fashion is a fashion magazine that incorporates my love of all things, fashion, style, and beauty. If someone didn’t know how to dress or how to wear the latest must have looks, my magazine could be that helpful advice outlet.

My style is retro mixed with an edgy cool girl look. The celebrities that influence me are Keira Knightley and Coco Chanel. Knightley is a great actress with killer fashion sense. She also doesn’t take herself to seriously. When it comes to Chanel, she influences me by how she started out in the business. She made hats then designed her own clothing line. I love when someone can brand themselves with bravery and good taste. My favourite wardrobe piece has got to be my motto leather jacket. Its from Belstaff London and has been my most loved jacket. You can wear it with practically everything. The bohemian chic blue floral dress I’m sporting is from H&M. It was such a steal! What I love most about this dress is you can wear it for a casual day out or an event. Every girl needs a rocking good hat! This lovely hat is from Topshop. My timeless black retro inspired purse is from Steve Madden. Star struck shades are from H&M. If you ever wish to dress up an outfit a hot pair of shades can defiantly do the trick. Written by Heather Lisa Noire     

 

 





The Perfect Summer Dress: 20% OFF

 

 

Still searching for the perfect summer dress?  A spaghetti strap, fitted bodice, pleated skirt with sheer contrasting trim is everything you need to look amazing.  Want to get this dress for 20% OFF?  E-Mail me for a coupon code to receive 20% OFF your entire order at Boutique of Molly.

 

My favorite pieces from Boutique of Molly are photographed below.  All pieces are available for 20% OFF!

 



 





2 Events, 1 Night, 1 Dress

It's pretty rare that I would double book myself on a week night.  It was actually a mistake, but when you don't write things down on your calendar, this is what happens.  A friend running for State Representative was having his Campaign Kickoff Party, which was not to be missed.  And another friend was celebrating his 50th Birthday with a party at his restaurant.  Both starting at 6pm, with totally different vibes.

You ask, how did you do it, Chelsea?  Well, proper attire was the most important obstacle to tackle.  I realized that I would be standing for most of both parties, so comfortable shoes with a doable heel was my first priority.  My Steve Madden platform t-strap sandals did just the trick.  They are pretty easy to walk in, but the best part is that they're really comfortable to stand in.  Embarrassingly, I've been that girl walking down the street at the end of the night with my shoes in my hands and not on my feet.  If your shoes aren't comfortable when you first put them on, they'll be killing you by the end of the night.  I won't make that mistake again.

Next up, a dress.  It was a hot and humid evening, so a dress that doesn't absorb moisture is actually brilliant.  The last thing I need are sweat stains.  I was sweating at one point, but the scuba material of my dark floral drop waist dress didn't reveal a thing.  Also, the dress isn't super tight so after I had a few drinks and a few slices of pizza, my belly paunch was hidden.  You won't even believe it, but that miracle dress was only $7 off the clearance rack at Burlington Coat Factory.  Boom!

I threw my wet hair in a low pony, threw on a gold chain necklace and made it to both parties, in style.  Practicality is extremely important in deciding what to wear.  Think about the day ahead and plan your attire accordingly.  You can make two events in one night in one dress work!





Evening Romper Look

I got this adorable white lace romper in Miami this past winter.  I actually didn't realize it was a romper.  I thought it was a mini dress and when I slid it on, I discovered there was a barrier in between.  Even better.  Now I don't have to worry about keeping my short dress down all night.  The romper takes care of that!  Awesome surprise.

I talk a lot about how weather dictates what's appropriate to wear.  Although it's now July, in Maine the evenings are still cool and require a warm layer.  Luckily, this romper works for dinner with the cropped leather jacket.  There's always a way to turn that daytime romper into an evening romper with accessories and layers.  Throw on a pair of pumps, a statement necklace and a blazer or leather jacket and you're ready to go out on the town.

If you're still hesitant about wearing a romper, the particular style I'm wearing is honestly perfect for any body type.  The high neck keeps it modest and the wide swingy bottom hides any mid-section bulge and makes your legs look long and lean.



Romper: Havanias
Jacket: Target
Heels: DSW