Beach Beauty

In this post:

1. Bare Minerals Faux Tan Body Sunless Tanner

2. Bobbi Brown Beach Eau de Parfum

3. Too Faced Beach Bunny Bronzer

4. John Masters Organics Sea Mist  {available at Blossom Lounge}

5. Butter London Nail Laquer in the Old Bill {available at Blossom Lounge}

6. Sunday Riley Creme Gloss in Beach Front

DESTINATIONS TO INSPIRE

If you're a bride then you know that there are alot of details that go into making your wedding perfect and it can be a fun {and exhausting} time in your life. One of these important details, and perhaps the most fun; is planning your honeymoon. If you're dreaming of walking through city streets and shops, relaxing on the beach and having a massage, or scuba diving in the reef and exploring the local culture; then there are many perfect honeymoon destination for you to choose from. Here are five beautiful destinations to help inspire you. enjoy!

 

photos via las terrazas resort

photos via visitmaldives.com

photos via riu.com

photos via thehoneymoondreams.co.uk of the Rayavadee resort

top three photos via wikitravel.org and bottom photo via miriadna.com

Outfit of the Day { K . I . S . S . }

 

Beach Bag {essentials}

Packing for a day at the beach can be difficult, 

especially if you're anything like me. 

I have a tendency to pack everything that is completely unnecessary

for those 'just in case moments'.

The last thing you want when you're hot is a bag that is weighed down with useless items. 

It's best to stick to the essentials. 

Here's a few suggestions that I've narrowed down on packing light and efficient 

for a day in the sun.

(1) Fedora's may be cuter, but a full brim straw hat will give you better sun protection from UVA and UVB rays on your neck and shoulders.

(2) An over-sized beach towel is ideal, I find the standard size doesn't usually give you enough room to comfortably lie on.

(3) Love Quote scarves are not just a seasonal item. They are the perfect weight of fabric that can go from the winter months, into the summer as a bikini cover-up. I carry a neutral color everywhere, it even makes a good blanket when traveling on an airplane.

(4) Staying hydrated in warm weather is a must, and BKR glass water bottles with a silicone sleeve are ideal (these are coming to blossom lounge soon!).

(5) Beach time should be a combination of fun and relaxing, and the best way to wind down after ocean-play is with a good book (this one is my absolute favorite).

(6) Upload your favorite tunes to your phone to eliminate carrying extra gadgets, and pair it with  (7) rhinestone encrusted earbuds, for a feminine touch. It's best to find a cellphone sleeve, as opposed to a case, this will offer more protection in your bag.

(8) Sunglasses are absolutely necessary to protect your eyes from UV Radiation. I prefer a lighter lens, and have these Tom Fords on my 'wish-list'.

(9) A fun hairclip is an essential to keep hair polished and swept back in the heat.

(10) The combination of sand & water can be quite drying, so I keep a tube of Deep Steep's hand cream in honeydew spearmint close-by. I find this fresh combination has a cooling effect, and is fantastic on your hands and feet when you're feeling over-heated.

(11) Another great way to freshen skin and hair throughout the day is with the John Masters Organics lavender hydrating mist.

(12) Reapplying sunscreen is not an easy task on the beach, but this problem is solved with an easy spray-on application. Coola has added sunscreen spray to their fantastic collection, which makes it effortless to reapply as needed throughout the day.

(13) I try to keep a small perfume bottle or atomizer on me to freshen up throughout the day, Lucy B Pink Frangipani is my current addiction. Sweet and floral and so feminine!

Enjoy your time at the beach!

Summer Sun

Most of us love summer and love to be out in the sun but as we all know nothing is more important than protecting your skin. As a person who burns and freckles; and a mom to a daughter who loves being outdoors, protection is important to me. I have always been disappointed by store bought brands that left my skin greasy, stunk and even on occasion ruined my clothes. When Shauna {blossom's owner and user of coola} introduced the organic sunscreen collection called Coola to blossom clients years ago; I was instantly hooked and still use it today.

Coola is hypoallergenic, water Resistant, paraben free, petroleum free, phthalate free, ultra Sheer and loaded with organic ingredients. It's available in scents like plumeria, mango, citrus mimosa, pina colada and unscented and has age defying antioxidants! It's perfect for any occasion and they have a specific formula for your delicate face and for your baby too! Who wouldn't love that? I am also excited because this year they have introduced a spray that I can't wait to try! So go ahead and put on your summer dresses, head outside and safely love the summer sun.

- Sandra of Sam & Duke

S H O P | COOLA