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Why Did or Why Don’t: All Heels on Deck!

By |May 22nd, 2013|Why Did or Why Don't?|

women in heels by the poolAs we pack our bags and head out for some fun in the sun, I must bring up the age old question: to wear or not to wear high heels at the pool?  Now, I know some of you just had a truly guttural response to the question posed, but it would appear that some of the ladies in the cabana next door are unsure as to the appropriate poolside footwear.

I get it, I have a long torso and have always dreamed of having legs that were at least three inches longer each, but God had other plans that didn’t involve my appearance in a pair of angel wings during a Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.  While sky high stilettos certainly do aid in the lengthening of legs and have a certain way of making even the most gym averse look slightly toned, poolside lounging is not a Hooters bikini contest, nor is it an episode of Shahs of Sunset.  And to be quite honest, it seems it could also be a bit of a safety hazard.  Beyond slipping and falling face first whilst losing your bandeau top (and cocktail), how many of us have gotten a heel wedged in between the wood planks of the deck?

However, there may be a loophole in this style conundrum: the wedge sandal, especially in the form of an espadrille.  I’m not entirely sold though… It still seems odd to have on any type of heel when walking to the bathroom or to introduce yourself to that cute boy.  So, how does one avoid catching a case of athlete’s foot without looking like a Miss America contestant?

heels and bikini

xx,

WhyDid

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Why Did You Wear That: Short Stop

By |May 14th, 2013|Why Did You Wear That?|

women wearing shortsEven though summer has been playing hard to get this year, it’s just about time to retire the jeans and trade them in for short shorts.  Hey, you haven’t been sweating to the oldies for nothing.  Might as well cash in on that gym membership.  Those toned stems aren’t any kind of coincidence and it would be totally selfish not to share them with the world.  Enter Cult of Individuality who has made it their business to make a statement out of your bottoms…

Sometimes to bring a bit flare to your wardrobe, it’s best to start from the bottom.  Printed and destroyed denim is a great way to bring interest to your look.  You may think that shorts are simply meant for a casual daytime look, but check out how to style shorts for any kind of occasion- from day to night.

Hot Child in the City:

Kova & T Vine Leather Tank Top, Jimmy Choo Abel Patent Leather Pump, Clare Vivier Foldover Jaguar Clutch, Cult of Individuality Rockabilly Short in Acid

Easy, Breezy Brunch:

brunch casual outfitLovely Bird Biarritz Floppy Hat, Cult of Individuality Tantra Short in Aloha, Free People Poppyseed Pullover, Rag & Bone Harrow Boot

Life’s a Beach:

outfit for the beach dayMelissa Odabash Jamaica Triangle Bikini, Sherriff&Cherry D-Frame Acetate Sunglasses, Cult of Individuality Tantra Short in Diablo,Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Fortuna Sandals

Welcome to the cult.

xx,

WhyDid

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Why Did You Wear That: Suits, No Ties.

By |April 4th, 2013|Why Did You Wear That?|

You know what I love almost as much/more/I can’t decide than lingerie?  Swimsuits.  Know why?  ‘Cause it’s like underwear that you can wear in public.  Who doesn’t like beating the heat poolside wearing a barely there fashion statement?  And why else have you been going to the gym?  Oh right, for cardiovascular health, of course. Whatever, you totally do it to counterbalance those Girl Scout cookies.  You’re not fooling anyone.   Not that it matters because swimsuit season is upon us and you’re just going to have to come to terms with that.

This season’s swimwear is strongly reflective of spring trends. Colorblocking, graphic black and white, midriff tops, fringe, and cutouts are all staples for the catwalk as well as the boardwalk.  And while I still stand firm that less is more when it comes to bikini bottom coverage, there are cuts and shapes for all body types.

Be Bold in Black & White:

black and white bikinisRed Carter Glitter Bomb One Piece, Herve Leger Bandeau Bikini, Dolce & Gabbana Polka Dot Triangle Bikini, Norma Kamali Shane One Piece, Karla Colletto Stripe Monokini

Collect the Fringe Benefits:

fringed swimwear

Vitamin A Tulum Bikini Top and Bottoms, OndadeMar Fringed Triangle Bikini Top and Java Bikini Bottoms, Thayer Lace Up Bandeau Bikini Top and Brazilian Bikini Bottoms, L*Space Stardust Fringe One Piece, Luli Fama Cosita Buena Fringe Bikini Top and Wavy Bottoms

Get Crafy with Cut Outs:

cutout bikinis bathing suitsTori Praver Lili Bikini Top and Bottom, Agent Provocateur Kristie Braided Cutout Swimsuit, L*Space Sensual Solids Le Chic Bikini Top and Estella Bottom, T by Alexander Wang Bandeau Top and T Bikini Bottoms, Vitamin A Siren Wrap Bikini Top and Chloe Triple Braid Bikini Bottom

Go Long:

Zimmerman Clique Perforated BikiniMara Hoffman Rainbow Printed Bikini, Beach Riot Farrow Bikini Top and Bottom, MINKPINK Florence Frill Bikini Top and Bottom, Amore & Sorvete Belle Top and Bottoms

Block It Like It’s Hot:

colorblock bikinis Seea Leucadia Reversible Bikini Top and BottomDosMares Galena Bandeau Bikini, VPL Malaga Insertion Bikini Top and BottomShakuhachi Ultra Neon Colorblock Bikini, Marc by Marc Jacobs Pleated Maillot

Sorry, Timberlake, the only suit I will be wearing is that of the “swim” variety.

xx,

WhyDid

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Monday Mashup: Can You Tell Me How to Get to Sesame Street?

By |December 27th, 2010|Monday Mashup|

So, while we all suffer through a blizzard, Miss Paris Hilton frolicked on the beaches of Hawaii this past week.  She’s been much more low key these days (thank heavens) and here I am dragging her back into the spotlight.  Well, whatever. I couldn’t help but think that P. Hilton has a striking resemblance to one of our favorite childhood characters… Big Bird!  Since, I know that Paris is far too young to be moonlighting as Mr. Bird, himself, I started to wonder is this her Aunt Kim? I mean… she did say (repeatedly) she was a child star…

xx,

WhyDid