Tag: beach

Kiss & Ride Monokini

This has to be one of the hottest summers on record. It’s been so hot here in South Florida that I’ve had to take multiple showers quite often during the course of one day. This God Save Queens Kiss & Ride Monokini is perfect to cool off in a pool or at the beach. I just love the design and the purple snaps that connect the chest. Down here in Florida, it probably won’t cool off for a while. But if you are up north, enjoy the last dog days of summer and go to a pool near you in this monokini. I’ve collected many bathingsuits living here in Florida and this one just might be one of my favorites. It makes me feel fashionable and sexy at the same time.

Where have you been getting your swimwear this summer? And, which is your favorite?

Photo Credit: Sergey Yusin

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles   

Five New Statement Summer Handbags

Rabanne

So, summer is upon is with record breaking heat adviseries and hurricanes/tropical storms. If it weren’t for a bit of rain here in South Florida, we would all be frying. But, the beach and the pools are always there for us to cool off. I found a few handbags that are perfect for this summer and are of neutral color. They all would make a fabulous statement with your outfit! Check out more below.

Burberry
Jimmy Choo
Nannacay
Miu Miu

 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

We Are Handsome Cheetah Swimsuit

 

I recently went to the beach in Singer Island, Florida and took some shots on the way to the beach. I just love the sea grape trees that line the beach there, they are so pretty. The way to the beach actually inspired my “Walk To The Beach” painting. Anyway, it’s still hot as hell in Florida and it looks like summer isn’t going anywhere right now. I wore my We Are Handsome Cheetah print swimsuit which I love along with vintage Christian Louboutin heels. Check out more photos below!

 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Last Dog Days of Summer: Natural on the Beach in Singer Island

MalindaSingerIsland

This past weekend I spent time with loved ones in my home state of Florida. I got some work done and some play too. The beach was gorgeous. I opted for a completely no-fuss natural look to enjoy the last dog days of summer. It’s always great to visit your hometown and feed your spirit with the love of family. I hope you’re soaking up some of the last rays of summer too and had a great weekend.

For last-minute bikinis on sale, check out Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale ending today or my Summer is in the Air Collection on Lyst here.

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles

Summer is in the Air: Waves, Water and that Perfect Maxi Dress for a Hamptons Weekend


Malinda Knowles at beach in Florida
I was looking at some old Instagram photos of an amazing time I had on the beach last Memorial Day Weekend and decided to share a few. I just can’t wait for the weather to fully warm up in New York City and for a few Hamptons weekends. As an original native of Florida, I live for the beach (only the good ones though) and I adore cute summer sandals, hats, bikinis, maxi dresses and jumpers. As I finalize my summer plans and get out of these final exams at FIT, I am absolutely looking forward to summer this year! Instagram by Malinda Knowles, Jupiter Beach Florida

Here’s an old painting of a beach wave that I did some time ago but I’m challenging myself to do better than that and get a bit more depth and contour in the wave and ocean water. As I said before, all of my artwork should be up on the blog before the summer is over.

Acrylic Wave Painting by Malinda Knowles

Anyway, I love a good maxi dress for the summer and spotted some new ones recently that seem great for that Florida or Hamptons summer vacation weekend. Check out a few below from Tibi, Roberto Cavalli, and Diane von Furstenberg. See even more summer wear here.

diane-von-furstenberg-blue-lagoon-carsandra-dress-in-blue-lagoon-product-2-8460406-447496349_large_flextibi-purplerouge-multi-silk-color-block-long-dress-product-1-8114697-393894304roberto-cavalli-multicolored-printed-silk-kaftan-product-4-5490771-975182492_large_flex

Sincerely Yours,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda Knowles