Hey there, TGIF! How are you doing? So, we’ve entered the Spring season and I hope you’re enjoying it. It’s almost time to put on a bikini and sit by the pool. If you’re like me you probably have a bunch of bathing suits already. Does it really hurt to have a few more new ones? Not at all! I came across a few new swimwear pieces from God Saves Queens, Reina Olga, Diesel and Oséree that I just love. Check out a few more below!
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda F. Knowles
So recently I stumbled upon God Save Queens and found the cutest lingerie, swimwear and dresses! I just loved their Gigi bikini and lucky for us in Florida, it’s still warm. Only a few beach days left until it cools off a little bit more and I’m savoring them!
Sincerely,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Frances Knowles
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
Last weekend I got plenty of sun in the nearly 100 degree weather at the Montauk Beach House. Michelle Smith showed her Milly Resort 2014 Collection in a beautiful fashion presentation by the pool, part of a summer-long music and fashion series hosted by the Montauk Beach House. It was an absolutely gorgeous day and last weekend, I was on the beach or by the pool for 80% of the time!
Singer-songwriter Natalia Kills performed and we enjoyed great drinks and music all Saturday afternoon. I just loved the bright, bold colors in the collection, not to mention that much of it looked really comfortable. Artwork seemed to influence Milly as some of the fabric seemed painted like that on the model above. Crop tops kept cropping up in Milly’s Resort 2014 Collection as well. I don’t think they’re going anywhere.
I wore a pink neon Eres itty-bitty bikini along with an exclusive purple hat from couture milliner Ellen Christine’s Spring 2014 Collection. By the way, if you want a couture hat of your own, she’s giving a 10% discount to blog readers. Just call her showroom and mention the blog.
While there I met a few from the Milly team, spotted some great poolside fashion and ran into Cannon Hodge of Bergdorf Goodman. She and her friend were wearing amazing kaftans from Camilla Franks that should be available at Bergdorfs in a few months. She showed me that this particular kaftan could be tied multiple ways for a causal or dressy look. Looks like it will be available soon at BG for about $500 or so.
Milly’s collection isn’t quite available yet but for some of the looks here, check out my Summer is in the Air Collection or Shopbop’s Best of Summer 2013.
Sincerely Yours,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Knowles
So the blog is almost a year old! It really was just a hobby with a few posts a month and it is now slowly becoming a bit more than that. I wanted to thank you for reading and to celebrate, I’m giving away a $100 gift card to Shopbop!
I’ve included a few lazy summer boho ideas and photos from a summer photo shoot on what to do with that gift card if you’re the lucky winner below.
CONGRATULATIONS MC CHAU ON WINNING THE GIFT CARD AND THANKS TO EVERYONE THAT PARTICIPATED!!
Loeffler Randal The Haircalf Lock Clutch (similar here)
MONYA Taxi Cab Clutch,$55
DANNIJO Silvia Bracelet$450 (and this one is amazing too)
Joie A La Plage Sable Two Band Sandals (20% off), $94.40
RAXEVSKY TISHA White Maxi Skirt, $46
Tropical Pineapple Tee (similar here)
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Sincerely Yours,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Knowles
Sleeping on lawn chairs, roasting marshmallows, laying out on the beach. Yes, it’s that time of year folks. Summer is in high swing and if you haven’t taken a vacation yet, you should.
I had a great time frolicking in the Hamptons this past weekend. Everyone wore their favorite summer dresses and latest bikinis. And I loved hanging out at Southampton Social Club under the stars in my favorite maxi dress this past weekend with Gabriella and Lidiya Oros of Oros Music. We had perfect weather and all I needed was a hammock to complete the night!
Good times.
Sincerely Yours,
“Fashionably-Late”
Malinda Knowles