As I primarily want this blog to revolve around fashion and I've recently booked my 4 night city break in Madrid (so excited!) I thought I'd do my own 'Things to wear on holiday' =]. This blog is aimed at places with sun sun sun!
May I say in advance I do not own any of these pictures in this blog, all have been taken from their respective websites or Google Images, I have made sure to include the exact name of the companies who own the products.
I have never gone on holiday without these things, only number 4 is a new addition!
1) Bright Colours
If you're like me and live in one of the dreariest countries on the planet, it is currently the end of May and it is STILL raining, you'll know that bright colours don't really work, especially for the paler ladies out there.
As I'm tanned I can normally get away with wearing bright colours at home, much to my mum's envy!, but even so they don't look nearly as good as when you're abroad in the sun.
Whether it is a bikini, nail varnish or a cute little sundress always make sure to bring something that will really pop. Personally I love orange, yellow, pink and turquoise and with the current neon trend it won't be hard to get something gorgeous that will just look stunning in the sunshine compared to the possibility of looking garish back home.
Recently I bought this Topshop Neon Orange Lace Skirt and intend to wear it in Madrid with white heels and a chunky necklace with neon elements.
http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=8808954&langId=-1
I also love the bright bikini trend and I bought this from Jane Norman, I especially love the fringe detailing which seems to be everywhere at the moment.
http://www.janenorman.co.uk/fcp/product/buy-fashion-look-fabulous/swimwear/Fringe-Bikini-Top/16374?colour=not%20applicable
2) Gold Jewellery
Normally in England I tend to wear a lot of silver jewellery, or pearls and the only time I really wear gold is when I go out or if an outfit just wouldn't work with silver, however I realised that when I go on vacation I tend to bring a ton of Gold Jewellery and it's because it just looks better! At the moment I'm absolutely loving chunky gold necklaces and layering gold chains. As for earrings, I always say the bigger the better! -Especially since you'll have gorgeous voluminous beach waves.
River Island has some fantastic pieces in at the moment, if a bit pricey like this Gold Spike Necklace and there Dip Dye Feather Earrings
http://www.riverisland.com/women/jewellery/earrings/Gold-tone-dip-dye-feather-drop-earrings-635535
http://www.riverisland.com/women/jewellery/necklaces/Gold-tone-spike-necklace-634461
If you're totally against gold then I love picking up great silver pieces abroad that have turquoise and coral stones in them, I always pack them when I go away and they make for nice statement pieces when you're home.
3) Anything White!
A lot of my friends who have porcelain skin are forever telling me 'white just washes me out' - but when you're abroad whether you tan well or not white always look great.
I recently got my Warehouse White string bikini from asos, and I am in love and I can't wait to wear it while I'm sunbathing.
There are currently loads of white bandeaus, string bikinis, swimsuits, you name it on websites like ASOS - and remember they always look better when you wear them with confidence, so embrace the fact that your body is beautiful and show it off!
White sundresses are also a great item to pack that you can dress up at night (with gold jewellery ;]).
Wearing white just makes anyone's skin look fab so make sure to bring sun screen and moisturizer so you can show it off at its best!
4) Barely there sandals ( a new addition to my luggage)
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I NEVER used to wear sandals at all, always having a strange phobia of feet haha, but recently I succumbed to the fact that wearing converse, boots, and flats in the heat isn't always fun, and bought some sandals last year. But the thing that's really caught my eye is the 'barely there' sandal trend which has hit almost every shop. Now while I absolutely love all the stiletto-heeled versions as they are super elegant I decided to go with one with a block-heel, I'm really annoyed because they've recently been reduced to £31.50 and I spent £36.00 haha.
http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-HALF-MOON-Heeled-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2602322&SearchQuery=half%20moon%20heels&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Greywhite
Other shoes I always bring with me are flat sandals, sky-high cork wedges, and a pair of flats.
5) Sunglasses
This seems obvious, but I'm talking about them because I have always had a huge problem with buying sunglasses as I always looked ridiculous and after years and years of being blinded by the sun I finally picked up a pair in Primark, and I've got a few tips if you're like me -
Always make sure the legs don't stick out past your face and choose sunglasses that slightly curve back, as this will allow you to pull off the HUGE sunnies trend without looking like an insect! Finally never settle when you get frustrated as you will end up wasting money on something you don't like, if you have to try on every pair in the shop do it, because eventually you will find a pair that don't make you look silly!
If you're one of those people that look good in any type of sunglasses, well I envy you!
6) Waterproof Mascara
We all love a refreshing dip in the pool and it is near impossible to preserve your mascara, so a quick fix for that is to just splash out on a waterproof mascara so you don't end up with panda eyes that don't budge no matter how much you rub!
At the end of the day we probably don't even need it, but if you're not that brave it's always a great relief to know that you can go in the pool without worrying about your makeup.
As for the rest of your makeup bag, lipgloss for the day and lipstick for the night (with some of those bright colours I mentioned before), and I always give myself a rule that I'm not allowed to wear foundation during the day as a bit of sun does your skin good, but always remember to wear a good sun screen!
Nowadays sunscreen is built in to most moisturisers as well =].
For nightime makeup my usual 'go-to' is a peach blush as I feel it brings out my tan a bit more, lashings of mascara, and a gold and brown smokey eye with a nude lipgloss. If I want to be more bold I'll go for a bright pink lip, I'm currently looking for an orange lippy, and simple black eyeliner with a bit of blusher and the usual mascara =].
7) Over-the-shoulder bag
One of the most essential things to bring whether you're going on a beach holiday or a city break is a large tote bag that fastens at the top. First of all, tote bags with short handles that you always keep on your shoulder are a better alternative to small handbags with a long handle that may be snatched easily.
The reason why I love them is that on holiday there is sooo much to carry! Maps, bottles of water, your favourite book, camera, towels - you name it! And with an ultra-trendy pattern they look great as well as being functional.
This bag has a really unusual pattern and is certain to come in handy when transporting all your things to the pool! http://www.asos.com/Liquorish/Liquorish-Multi-Print-Beach-Bag/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2648163&SearchQuery=bags&Rf-700=1000&Rf900=1428&Rf946=2338,2246&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Multiprint
Again feel free to email me or comment below!
Anita Juliet Mary xx
May I say in advance I do not own any of these pictures in this blog, all have been taken from their respective websites or Google Images, I have made sure to include the exact name of the companies who own the products.
I have never gone on holiday without these things, only number 4 is a new addition!
1) Bright Colours
If you're like me and live in one of the dreariest countries on the planet, it is currently the end of May and it is STILL raining, you'll know that bright colours don't really work, especially for the paler ladies out there.
As I'm tanned I can normally get away with wearing bright colours at home, much to my mum's envy!, but even so they don't look nearly as good as when you're abroad in the sun.
Whether it is a bikini, nail varnish or a cute little sundress always make sure to bring something that will really pop. Personally I love orange, yellow, pink and turquoise and with the current neon trend it won't be hard to get something gorgeous that will just look stunning in the sunshine compared to the possibility of looking garish back home.Recently I bought this Topshop Neon Orange Lace Skirt and intend to wear it in Madrid with white heels and a chunky necklace with neon elements.
http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=8808954&langId=-1
I also love the bright bikini trend and I bought this from Jane Norman, I especially love the fringe detailing which seems to be everywhere at the moment.
http://www.janenorman.co.uk/fcp/product/buy-fashion-look-fabulous/swimwear/Fringe-Bikini-Top/16374?colour=not%20applicable
2) Gold Jewellery
Normally in England I tend to wear a lot of silver jewellery, or pearls and the only time I really wear gold is when I go out or if an outfit just wouldn't work with silver, however I realised that when I go on vacation I tend to bring a ton of Gold Jewellery and it's because it just looks better! At the moment I'm absolutely loving chunky gold necklaces and layering gold chains. As for earrings, I always say the bigger the better! -Especially since you'll have gorgeous voluminous beach waves.
River Island has some fantastic pieces in at the moment, if a bit pricey like this Gold Spike Necklace and there Dip Dye Feather Earrings
http://www.riverisland.com/women/jewellery/earrings/Gold-tone-dip-dye-feather-drop-earrings-635535
http://www.riverisland.com/women/jewellery/necklaces/Gold-tone-spike-necklace-634461
If you're totally against gold then I love picking up great silver pieces abroad that have turquoise and coral stones in them, I always pack them when I go away and they make for nice statement pieces when you're home.
3) Anything White!
A lot of my friends who have porcelain skin are forever telling me 'white just washes me out' - but when you're abroad whether you tan well or not white always look great.
I recently got my Warehouse White string bikini from asos, and I am in love and I can't wait to wear it while I'm sunbathing.There are currently loads of white bandeaus, string bikinis, swimsuits, you name it on websites like ASOS - and remember they always look better when you wear them with confidence, so embrace the fact that your body is beautiful and show it off!
White sundresses are also a great item to pack that you can dress up at night (with gold jewellery ;]).
Wearing white just makes anyone's skin look fab so make sure to bring sun screen and moisturizer so you can show it off at its best!
4) Barely there sandals ( a new addition to my luggage)
.jpg)
I NEVER used to wear sandals at all, always having a strange phobia of feet haha, but recently I succumbed to the fact that wearing converse, boots, and flats in the heat isn't always fun, and bought some sandals last year. But the thing that's really caught my eye is the 'barely there' sandal trend which has hit almost every shop. Now while I absolutely love all the stiletto-heeled versions as they are super elegant I decided to go with one with a block-heel, I'm really annoyed because they've recently been reduced to £31.50 and I spent £36.00 haha.http://www.asos.com/ASOS/ASOS-HALF-MOON-Heeled-Sandals/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2602322&SearchQuery=half%20moon%20heels&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Greywhite
Other shoes I always bring with me are flat sandals, sky-high cork wedges, and a pair of flats.
5) Sunglasses
This seems obvious, but I'm talking about them because I have always had a huge problem with buying sunglasses as I always looked ridiculous and after years and years of being blinded by the sun I finally picked up a pair in Primark, and I've got a few tips if you're like me -
Always make sure the legs don't stick out past your face and choose sunglasses that slightly curve back, as this will allow you to pull off the HUGE sunnies trend without looking like an insect! Finally never settle when you get frustrated as you will end up wasting money on something you don't like, if you have to try on every pair in the shop do it, because eventually you will find a pair that don't make you look silly!
If you're one of those people that look good in any type of sunglasses, well I envy you!
6) Waterproof Mascara
We all love a refreshing dip in the pool and it is near impossible to preserve your mascara, so a quick fix for that is to just splash out on a waterproof mascara so you don't end up with panda eyes that don't budge no matter how much you rub!
At the end of the day we probably don't even need it, but if you're not that brave it's always a great relief to know that you can go in the pool without worrying about your makeup.
As for the rest of your makeup bag, lipgloss for the day and lipstick for the night (with some of those bright colours I mentioned before), and I always give myself a rule that I'm not allowed to wear foundation during the day as a bit of sun does your skin good, but always remember to wear a good sun screen!
Nowadays sunscreen is built in to most moisturisers as well =].
For nightime makeup my usual 'go-to' is a peach blush as I feel it brings out my tan a bit more, lashings of mascara, and a gold and brown smokey eye with a nude lipgloss. If I want to be more bold I'll go for a bright pink lip, I'm currently looking for an orange lippy, and simple black eyeliner with a bit of blusher and the usual mascara =].
7) Over-the-shoulder bag
One of the most essential things to bring whether you're going on a beach holiday or a city break is a large tote bag that fastens at the top. First of all, tote bags with short handles that you always keep on your shoulder are a better alternative to small handbags with a long handle that may be snatched easily.The reason why I love them is that on holiday there is sooo much to carry! Maps, bottles of water, your favourite book, camera, towels - you name it! And with an ultra-trendy pattern they look great as well as being functional.
This bag has a really unusual pattern and is certain to come in handy when transporting all your things to the pool! http://www.asos.com/Liquorish/Liquorish-Multi-Print-Beach-Bag/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2648163&SearchQuery=bags&Rf-700=1000&Rf900=1428&Rf946=2338,2246&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=200&sort=-1&clr=Multiprint
Again feel free to email me or comment below!
Anita Juliet Mary xx
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