Showing posts with label beach. Show all posts
Showing posts with label beach. Show all posts

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Luxe For Less: California Dreaming

Yesterday, we looked at some pretty things that cost a pretty penny.  Extravagant.  That was fun.  Here's another take on the looks, but with less painful prices.  If you missed the post, click here!


This gorgeous Tigerlily Doreto Batik Caftan Dress is $101.50 on shopbop.   I love the fringe and you could take it off the beach with a pair of jeans & a skinny belt.  We balance out the boho vibe with a structured tote from Nordstrom  for $88.  The cuff has the size & detail of our inspiration piece and is just $4.80 from Forever 21.  The espadrille wedges were a great find.  Just $29.50 from Old Navy.


Missoni is hard to beat, because this bikini from Trina Turk has a similar delicate pattern.  It's on sale here for $98.40.  Are you dying for Perrier's limited edition line featuring Dita Von Teese?  It will be available July 1st!  No price yet...


Every gal needs a collapsible beach umbrella and this one's only $24.95 from Crate & Barrel .  The shades have the lift in the upper corners that I love.  They're from Forever 21 and cost $5.80.



Wooden beach chairs don't come cheap, so you could just spread out this Crate & Barrel blanket for $39.95 and call it a day.  If you're spending lots of time on the sand or watching fireworks, this chair looks wonderfully comfy and comes with the charming little pillow.  $79.95 here.

Next up... rompers!

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Romantic Beach Restaurants




For some fabulous reason, love is in the air!  Several guys have asked me for restaurant recommendations near the water, where you can take in the sunset and then walk on the beach.  Sounds lovely!  I asked, and many of you savvy Angelenos answered.  I've tried many of these restaurants too.



Click on the links to get a feel for each restaurant.  Some are very romantic, others are more casual, but right on the sand.  Don't forget to make your reservation for sunset and enjoy!




Laguna Beach 





La Jolla


George's At the Cove

Topanga



photo source: I took this in the summer at a friend's beach house in Malibu.

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