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Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Women’s Swimwear For Winter Vacations

We are so excited to see our signature handmade crochet Seashore Angel bikini included in the FORBES Holiday Gift Guide! A classic style in a classic colour, this bikini set is embellished (or shell we say shellbellished?) with beautiful, genuine cowrie shells. 

Did we mention we love anything with seashells? It just so happens that shell embellishment is one of the hottest fashion trends right now! And we vote it's a trend that's here to stay.

Channel your inner mermaid with these amazing shell-trimmed styles that will work in any vacation destination spot this holiday, this coming summer, and many more sunny escapes for years to come.

We're taking the Cairo top from summer and straight into fall...

Obviously, this top is an MVP in the summertime. It's one of our go-to tops to pair with cutoffs or boyfriend denim. But we absolutely loved styling it for the cooler fall days. 

Toughen up the feminine crochet neckline detail and off-shoulder style with paper bag leather pants and a pair of cowboy inspired boots.

An easy way to keep your look classic is to go tonal. Wear all one colour or mix basics like black and white for an easy outfit that takes no time but looks chic and put-together.

The Cairo top in cream is so romantic. Pairing it with leather makes for a really elevated and fashion-forward combo.

The Cairo also comes in the most beautiful dusty rose. Pair with every shade of denim and go sneakers for day or booties for evening.

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If we can't be hanging at a cute coffee & crepe house on the Hawaiian island of Maui ourselves, let us at least read about Rebekah Steen of Goldfish Kiss doing it.

Artist and Lifestyle blogger Rebekah Steen is rockin our signature handmade crochet Baha Hoodie the way we intended it to be worn - chill & chic.

Enjoying gourmet coffee in the cutest coffee spot on Maui, Rebekah is wearing her Baja hoodie with simple denim cutoffs and gold metalic flip flops.  

For the cooler Fall weather we like to warm this look up by layering our hoodies over long-sleeves, throwing on our favourite pair of jeans and some boots to match. 

Read Goldfish Kiss blog here.

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Elle UK recently featured our Tie-Dye Silk Maxi dresses (available exclusively on MyTheresa.com!) in an editorial story on how the Tie Dye trend is here to stay...

Our favourite thing about these dresses is how they effortlessly go from day to night. These maxi dresses can be worn with flat gladiator sandals at the beach, with a lightweight sweater overtop for sundown, or with heels and statement jewelry for a fancy night out. A beach day, a Sunday stroll after brunch, or even a formal event. This dress does all work.

Tie-Dye has been everywhere this season. We are loving it as a dress as well as skirts, rompers, blouses and even harem pants. 

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The Elle UK story shows none other than supermodel Kendall Jenner rocking the tie-dye trend as well while at an NBA basketball game supporting her boyfriend Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers. Jenner's take on the tie-dye trend is casual and comfy, which is absolutely perfect for a court-side basketball game.

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Irina Shayk was recently seen rocking the Zen Mesh Maxi Dress while on vacation in Ibiza!

There is SO much we are loving about her beach style - starting of course with the fact that she's rocking one of our best selling dresses.

Combining the modern, edgy look of a neon bikini with the handmade crochet neutral dress is so fresh and cool. The contrast is just right - especially for Ibiza where the party energy goes on all day and night against the backdrop of the natural beauty of the small Spanish island.

And most important for any stylish Mama, Irina's look is both comfortable and chic. You can always look put together while keeping it easy and no-fuss. Case in point: one stop shop with a maxi dress. Wear it for drinks and dinner in the evening with the removable liner underneath.

And we love the bucket hat - so on trend! Definitely provides excellent sun protection coverage.

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She is the epitome of elegance. Her style is legendary. Ladies and Gentleman, Grace Kelly...

Who better to channel this summer than Grace Kelly? Elle Italia suggests wearing our Penelope cotton kaftan (available at mytheresa.com) to do just this.

We are thrilled to be mentioned in Elle Italia's latest article on Grace Kelly and her timeless beach style. Read on for a Google Translate english edition of the Italian magazines article. And, if you are fluent in Italian, click here of the original post!

How the Grace Kelly cover-up wore no one (I might as well learn for Summer 2019) This photo of Princess Grace Kelly with white cover-ups is the essence of the style of yesterday, today and tomorrow

We don't hear the sounds of the beach, we don't feel the heat or the light wind passing between our hands, the grains sticking to our feet, we don't know what Grace Kelly was doing in this shot of years ago - it was 1978 in Ocean Beach City. What we know is that this photo is one of the fashion stories of other times, one of the many moments of style that belonged to the Monegasque princess, one of those moments to remember. And it is not a parenthesis entitled Grace Kelly fairy clothes, because the set here is a beach with few people, and instead of the creations of visionary couturiers, the princess wore a clear cover-up, which we imagine white, tied at the front with a knot. A pair of aviator glasses and then, who knows, maybe bare feet, maybe a pair of flip flops, maybe handmade leather slippers. What we capture and make our own of this shot, is Grace Kelly in cover-up, trendy and current as if it were a picture of today, beautiful and elegant like few women, nostalgic and romantic enough to cuddle with trendy dreams.

We choose white for its cover-up, we imagine that the decorations of this kaftan from the sea were bluette or coral, maybe meringue yellow or pastel green. We see the Grace Kelly look under a veiled light, we analyze the poetry of the photo in black and white and we choose this as a pose to analyze and appreciate all of Summer 2019. Its charm still echoes and is rediscovered today, among the collections of designers who they take it as absolute inspiration, in the current look of their niece Charlotte Casiraghi. Grace Kelly style now and forever, especially at the seaside, especially when two essential elements are enough to recreate a summer outfit like his. Choose a caftan like this, as simple as it is irresistible. Choose to hide under a swimsuit or a crochet bikini, wear sunglasses with clear lenses, just like your own. Recreate a moment many years ago, and feel beautiful.

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It might feel counter-intuitive, but black is one of the coolest and chicest things you can wear in the summer.

White can actually be quite tough to pull off, and it's not always the most flattering colour for every skin tone. Black, however, is universally flattering. It's also a nice way to keep your summer look sophisticated and sharp. Black is one of the best things you can wear to make your summer tan really pop. Add gold jewelry and neutral-coloured accessories like a straw bag or hat and you'll be ready for anything.

Take note: Gwen Stefani ops for the Gypsy skirt in black and rocks it with her white bikini top and beige coverup. Keeping your outfit neutral means you can go wild with fun and colourful shoes and accessories. A black on black look is so clean. We paired the reversible Gypsy crop top with the black Gypsy skirt. The white shells really pop against the black top and skirt. 

In our opinion, a black bikini is one of the sexiest beach looks ever. The Seashore Angel crochet bikini top and bottom looks striking in black. Choosing a simple style in black embellished with the genuine cowrie shells ads organic feel to the silhouette and softens the toughness of black lines. 

Wear it with one of our fave tops - the Bella Ballerina crop top. It works as a stylish coverup or as the perfect crop top for a night out. Style it with a pair of high rise, light wash, destroyed denim. The pale blue and black make for a chic, unexpected pairing. Keep footwear clean and simple (like flat gladiator sandals) and add chunky gold jewelry and a bright lip.

A Perfect summer dress doesn't need to be short and white. A flowy light weight cotton dress in black is just as ideal for those hot summer days and nights. The lacy crochet inserts will keep you cool! Pair the Filigree halter maxi dress with sun-kissed skin and beachy hair for an elevated, relaxed August evening look.

And if you're in the mood for something a little more playful, throw on a black crochet crop top - like this Daring lace halter top - with the Filigree maxi skirt (Bonus! This Maxi skirt can also be worn as a strapless dress).

 Happy Shopping!

Summer is a magical time of year. It might even be our favourite.

Rebekah Steen of Goldfish Kiss recently took our Santorini Off Shoulder top away with her to Costa Rica and wrote a blog about easy summer style and beauty that we absolutely loved. It's all about feeling beautiful in your own skin; amplified only by sunshine, salt water and beachy hair.

Read on for relaxed-boho-beach summer inspiration...

NO MAKEUP. NO BRA. NO PROBLEM.

BY REBEKAH STEEN 

We just got back from Costa Rica, and I can say I thoroughly enjoyed putting zero effort into anything but soaking it all up.

I think I washed my face about four times in ten days, and my beauty routine consisted of showering, combing my hair and slathering on coconut oil when the day was done. I bought some waterproof mascara just for the trip and failed to even use that. Hallelujah.

I pretty much just rocked bikinis the entire time. or well-ventilated clothes over bikinis, and gosh, you know you’ve found your style when you just feel great and it takes very minimal effort. Not surprisingly, that seems to happen frequently in tropical locations.

Which, in the case of this getup was exactly the situation.

No makeup (except for salt, sand and humid air) No bra (only bikinis), No worries. (Except for who gets to surf next or who had Levi duty. Ok, and when we are going back.) I think I kept flip flop wearing to a bare minimum too.

Highly recommend it.

Less is more. Oh so more. Gracias to this beautiful tropical climate for always reminding me of that.

Rebekah wears the Santorini Off Shoulder top 

We are well known for the bright and beautiful colours we use in our silk tie-dye resortwear collection, but we also love, love, love a pastel pallet!

Check out the new and exclusive silk tie-dye styles and colours that we designed for the European luxury online retailer My Theresa. 

My Theresa. com is the online shopping destination for cunning shoppers who know luxury and quality. This is one of the many reasons why we are so honoured to make exclusive styles just for them.

This stunning pastel story was so fun to design. Inspired by bright blue summer skies and the prettiest sunset pinks.

Just in time for summer. You can wear them from sea to ceremony (and you'll be the best dressed wedding guest)! 

An elegant maxi dress is handy for any kind of summer evening

 The prettiest pinks. These silk wrap dresses will be your go-to summer pieces

Throw on a silk tie-dye mini or a boho blouse with denim shorts for beach days

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Easy, breezy, throw on and go - that's the vibe we want this summer - but make it fashion and make it chic. 

There's only one piece of clothing that can do it all for you this summer (and it's literally just one piece) and that's a summer dress. Here are our favourites for you to rock all summer long:

The Chloe Dress

A fun, bohemian take on a classic mini dress silhouette. The dramatic sleeves and feather-like lacy stitch gives this a really unique look. 

The Bella Bell Sleeve Dress

A shorter hemline and longer bell shaped sleeves go perfectly together. Especially in love with the wide, drawstring neckline. This dress has major flare, we picture Jane Birkin wearing this dress while strolling through the streets of Saint Tropez 

The Victoria Dress

Perfect for a romantic evening. So very "mid-summer nights dream-esque." This dress looks amazing with a boater straw hat. 

The Lawn Maxi dress

Day chic, when you want something a little more elevated than a mini dress but still want to stay cool. The open back adds a little va-va-voom. 

The Cotillion Dress

How amazing is this silhouette!? This could be used for a special event or evening (hello, summer engagement party), fancied up with beautiful jewelry and shoes - or worn with elegant flats for a pretty day look.

The Filigree Mini Dress

This one has it all. Adorable body-con, mini length, flattering crochet peak-a-boo waistline, and halter back. This one will be on repeat with sneakers, sandals, wedges, and heels.

The Bianca Slip Dress

So simple, so sexy. It comes with a removable liner and has the most beautiful crochet-encased button from bodice and a tassel drawstring tie at the back. 

The Marianne Maxi Dress

Wear it off-the-shoulder or as a slip dress, this unique maxi would make for an ideal beach wedding look. 

The Ariana Dress

Lacy and romantic, this tiered mini dress has a body-con fit and a beautifully accentuated waist. And of course, it's inspired by the one and only Ariana Grande.

The Manor Amelia Dress

This Victorian lace inspired handmade crochet mini dress is so diverse. Keep your look pretty and romantic or toughen it up with boots and a denim jacket.

This lookbook is a celebration of travel and the transformative effect it can have on one's life. It's the story of a girl who falls in love with the little Spanish town of Cadaqués.

What started as a short trip turns into an entire summer of adventure. As she walks the beaches, swims in the ocean, and explores the town she also explores her own life. At once she discovers the world, she discovers herself... 

With travel comes a refreshing kind of freedom. Freedom from our old ways, from sameness, from routine. 

Travel detaches us from the known and throws us into the unknown. This is where we learn, grow, discover. Here we can feed our souls, our minds, our bodies and our creativity. Travel is where we blossom.

Eyes set on new things, new sights, new ways of living, allowing us to decide what works best for us, what works for who we truly are. 

What is more refreshing than summer whites? The chic simplicity of it allows you to go anywhere and do anything and always be dressed for the occasion. Follow your journey in bohemian summer whites by Anna Kosturova.

Shop the new lookbook now. 

Photographer: Justin Macala, Model: Tia Mallia

Check out our crochet in the June issue of Elle Canada!

Worn by Dominican model Arlenis Sosa, shot by Max Abadian and styled by Corey Ng. This dreamy & magical editorial really captures the easy, chic summer style we love. 

We love the volume play here. Crochet pairs perfectly with other conservative pieces. The juxtaposition of big, voluminous pants with an open knit tops makes for a balanced look.

Beach and/or pool ready in the Emma Bell bottoms. Layering these pants over a bikini is the coolest new way to cover-up by the water.

The Gypsy skirt with a crop top is one of our favourite looks for hot summer nights. Add a woven bag and big jewelry to complete the look.

The 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue is here and features some of our favourite crochet beach looks!

But first, can we just talk about the cover!? Tyra Banks! And she looks stunning. At 45 she is definitely proving that age is just a number! Truly iconic on so many levels.

And inside the issue, we are so excited to see beautiful Winnie Harlow (@winnieharlow) wearing our crochet Bella Tie top with matching Filigree bikini bottoms. Photographed by Laretta Houston in Great Exuma, Bahamas.

 Lovely Samantha Hoopes (@samanthahoopes) is wearing our Souk Stripe Bella bikini.

 

And here in our Seashore Angel bikini bottom. All photographed by Josie Clough on Kangaroo Island, South Australia.

These Coachella Style Stars are giving us major summer outfits inspo!

Whether you're a Festival goer or not, take a look at some of our favourite festival looks that are also perfect for warm weather and sunny days ahead...

Our best-selling Gypsy Dress

We love seeing how different people style the same dress! Joudel Janoska (@joudelj) wears it over a bikini as a chic coverup by the pool. 

Adding a denim shirt, belt bag and hat this look would work great for a night out.  

(@joudelj)

Sophia K (@phiaka) is rockin the Gypsy dress in gold on festival grounds with a fabulous gold chain belt and a cross body bag. 

(@phiaka)

The accessories here make this look totally Coachella worthy, but the dress and bikini top combo just on their own are perfect for all kinds of summer parties and pool days - the desert or the city. Sophia layers the Bella Bikini Top under the Gypsy dress for a clean tone-on-tone look.

(@phiaka)

Another poolside worthy summer must have is our Seashore Angel Mesh dress worn here by Bri Neal (@brineal) in vintage rose and again with matching Mermaid shell bikini underneath. Shells and tassels add so much movement to this great summer look. Imagine how amazing this dress would look on the dance floor. 

(@brineal)

Monokini as a bodysuit

Our crochet Malibu Monokini take bodysuits to a whole other level. Worn with denim cut-offs is a fun, fresh take on a classic summer look. A bodysuit makes it easier to rock a deep, plunging neckline. Take a cue from Nadiaa (@nadiasarahh).

(@nadiasarahh)

Pairing a monokini with a matching crochet skirt makes for a chic, elevated look that you can wear late into the night. We love how Bri (@brineal) paired the Seashore Angel Monokini with the Zen Mesh Maxi Skirt. The sheer coverup style here adds a hint of sensual romance.

(@brineal)

Here is another poolside show stopper our crochet Tassel monokini as worn by Shira Hefter (@shira_shares). Again this piece would look amazing with denim shorts or a mini skirt.  

(@shira_shares)

Looks that take you from day time cool to a hot night out 

Festival dressing requires a mix of ease, style and comfort. You want to be able to move freely, dance and party into the night, all while looking and feeling your best. One thing to remember is that the temperature really rises during the day. Crochet is perfect for those extra hot days as it has an open structure.

We have 5 classic looks that will do just the trick...

1. Crop top with denim cutoffs 

Go-to, easy, always cute and always festival appropriate. We love this look.

2. Mini skirt magic

Arguably one of the most fun options, pairing a mini skirt with a rocker tee or a matching crop top for a night out is always a hit. The ultimate bohemian gypsy babe look is head to toe crochet. We love the matching top and bottom combo, whether it be with skirts or shorts. The tonal colours also make an outfit look more elevated and put together. 

3. Crochet short shorts

A step up from bathing suit bottoms, but still just as pool party worthy! This cheeky style is perfect on the hottest desert days. Take out the lining to wear them over your bikini, or keep it in and rock the short shorts. If you're going for a legs-for-days kind of look pair these shorts with espadrille wedges.

 4. Crochet pants please

Harem pants are always such a cool option. These crochet ones will keep you covered up and the loose open crochet structure won't be too hot in the sun. For an even edgier look try them with genuine cowry shell embellished bikini top! The Modernista Bell Bottoms are another festival look knockout. Make them work with the western trend by throwing on some cowboy boots and a great hat, or keep them rocker chic and layer necklaces over your favourite vintage band tee.

 5. Crochet dress to impress

One piece, throw on and go! A mini dress will go with any shoe you pack - cowboy boots, sneakers, sandals, gladiators, wedges or booties. A good mini dress packs a punch. We are so in love with the Seashore Angel Mesh dress. And how badass does it look with the tough leather belt around the waist?! The wide boatneck is super flattering. Wear it with a slip underneath or simply over a bikini as coverup.