Exotic animal photography by Wolf Ademiet, heirloom Hermes scarves and Swarovski artistic bling: these could be prescient inspiration for the 2017 Prelude Milano Luxury Swimwear Collection. Designed in the Jolidon European atelier in European fabrics this is a collection of elegant body sculpture. Here in Cabo, I can imagine seeing them poolside at the 5 star resorts where glamour resides. But for those of us whose daily life is less extravagant, the extensive Prelude … Read More
Fantasie Arizona Collection
I have been in Cabo now for almost 3 months, through spring break, Easter week, and Memorial Day. Cruise ships, sometimes 3 abreast have been in the harbor almost daily until the beginning of June. This is not only an expat and getaway destination for a slew of Canadian and American tourists, but it is also a major vacation spot for Mexican mainlanders. (We are a separate, isolated peninsular, solo from the … Read More
By KIMBERLY BERGER
Empreinte
Election years are notoriously difficult for retail stores. This year’s unusual presidential race has been no exception. Combine this with the fact that most women feel far from their prettiest at the onset of bathing suit season, and swimwear retailers really have their work cut out for them in 2016. Fortunately, the swimwear industry has us covered! Their offerings this year include some gorgeous swimsuits to tempt even the most hesitant … Read More
This week we are voyaging on the Eastern Cape to do some exploring. Our destination: Cabo Pulmo National Park. It’s a different type of beach experience and I hope to report back about what is reputed to be some of the world’s best snorkeling. This will be a different experience than my usual seaside sojourns at the local Medano Beach. There you can find us on our chairs near Tabasco’s where Margaritas are my drink … Read More
Jackson Pollack
Jackson Pollack was a driving force behind Abstract Expressionism. Considered a major influence in the history of modern art, redefining painting. His radical splatter paintings forever changed the way contemporary art is perceived. In many ways, the Antigel Swimwear collection is emulating his message in the bathing suit category. Using a freeform palette of vibrant colors combined with the excellence of the Antigel construction, the La Belle Artiste collection would fit seamlessly in … Read More
Several years ago, I was introduced to NOE Undergarments via an industry writer friend of mine based on the West Coast. Designed in Laguna Beach and Hanalei Hawaii, this is a lifestyle brand whose mission is to offer “creatively unique, progressive and expressive pieces”. Now, they have expanded their reach into the swimwear market with the launch of Water Garments, a collection of unorthodox shapes that appeal to a growing market of modern women … Read More
Any way you wear your spots, no one can doubt the force of your statement. Elomi’s Wild Thing swimwear collection proves the lasting power of today’s woman. However you travel, by stealth or self, I hope you have an opportunity to migrate south for some real heat. These tankini and gathered one piece bathing suits are available in sizes 16 -26.
