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LOOK 1
Relaxed resortwear isn’t just a dress code; it’s an entire mood. Dive into the season with styles that capture the freedom of summer escapes and the allure of sunset soirées.
LEFT: HK X GAPUWIYAK DISK BAG, HELEN KAMINSKI, SHOP SIMILAR. DRAA EMBOSSED OVAL SUNGLASSES, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: POLARIS BRA, SHOP SIMILAR, GALILEE BOTTOM, SHOP SIMILAR, ERES. LAZULI EARRINGS, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR. BAMBOO DIAMOND SET CUFF IN YELLOW GOLD, MONIKA RUGGERINO, SHOP SIMILAR. LOVE RING, SHOP NOW, MAGIC OF YOU RING, SHOP NOW, JOY OF LIFE RING, SHOP NOW, WITH LOVE ANNEX LINK BRACELET, SHOP NOW, SHINE BRIGHT HINGED BRACELET, SHOP NOW, BY CHARLOTTE. BEACH TOWEL LE LIEN BANANA, THE AVALON & CO, SHOP NOW
LOOK 2
If you’re chasing the sun or surf or staying poolside, don’t pass up on the opportunity to wear a new bikini (or several) on repeat, especially since this season has so many styles to choose from. Popular bandeau tops with beaded tassels can be layered up with a pair of tailored shorts and sandals to head out shopping. Be sure to look for a mini tote that looks great for the beach as well as the city. I was particularly drawn to this one-of-a kind limited mini basket bag design by Helen Kaminski and the artisans from Gapuwiyak Culture and Art Collection. The tote is hand woven using Australian native Pandanus leaf and hand-dyed using natural bush dyes. A keeper you’ll always cherish.
SANA LONG SLEEVE TOP IN BRONZE STRIPE, SHOP NOW, SANA MESH PENCIL SKIRT IN BRONZE STRIPE, SHOP NOW, BONDI BORN. YELLOW GOLD AND JADE RING, LINDY LEE, SHOP SIMILAR
LOOK 3
The brilliance of effortless cover-ups lies in their versatility. Slip into a soft skirt for a quick transition to dinner, or elevate the look by layering with a breezy blouse, perfect for catching the last rays at sundowners.
LEFT: BEADED INGRID TRIANGLE TOP, BOND EYE, SHOP NOW. THE POOLSIDE TROUSERS, THE AVALON & CO, SHOP NOW. SUNNIE BUCKET HAT, HANNAH ART, SHOP NOW. ROSE MACRAME CORD MEDIUM BASKET, ALEMAIS, SHOP NOW. DENARII COIN NECKLACE, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR. LIMITED EDITION SOLE LUNA FULL MOON EARRINGS, SHOP SIMILAR, SOLE LUNA GEM-SET FLIP RING, SHOP NOW, BAMBOO HEAVY DIAMOND SET RING (WORN ON PINKY FINGER), SHOP SIMILAR, MONIKA RUGGERINO. GAIA RING, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: GALILEE BOTTOM, ERES, SHOP SIMILAR. BAMBOO DIAMOND SET CUFF YELLOW GOLD, MONIKA RUGGERINO, SHOP SIMILAR. LOVE RING, SHOP NOW, MAGIC OF YOU RING, SHOP NOW, JOY OF LIFE RING, SHOP NOW, WITH LOVE ANNEX LINK BRACELET, SHOP NOW, SHINE BRIGHT HINGED BRACELET, SHOP NOW, BY CHARLOTTE
LOOK 4
The appeal of slip-on-and-go PJ style pants never fade. A vibrant stripe or a block print style will always put you in a vacation mood. This season, pack all your summer essentials in a tote, preferably crafted in raffia for the complete resort look. Not only does it give you a sense of escape, but it’s a no-brainer goes-with-everything piece. Think: a shift dress, swimsuit or a weekender fit.
Don’t feel you have to leave your jewellery at home. Layering your bracelets, rings or necklaces are the finishing touches to any summer look, plus each piece probably has a special story to tell. I still wear a beaded bracelet purchased in Bali to remind me of my trip and the lovely woman who handcrafted it for me.
LEFT: OTTO BODYSUIT IN OLIVE, PARIS GEORGIA, SHOP NOW. SOLE LUNA GEM-SET FLIP RING, MONIKA RUGGERINO, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: COASTLINE LOW BACK DRESS, SHOP NOW, POOLSIDE STRING TRIANGLE TOP, SHOP NOW, SIR. NORTHERN LIGHTS PENDANT, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW
LOOK 5 & 6
Look out for golden hour cover-ups in retro shades like this tactile, coastline-striped, long sleeve sheer knit dress and matching bikini from SIR. (It’s also designed to be reversible.) SIR The Label’s resort collection takes inspiration from those1960s California dreamers. A merging of seaside surf and architectural influences like wood panelling and tiles.
LUNA DRESS, ARTCLUB, SHOP NOW. STRING TOP, SHOP NOW, STRING BRIEF, SHOP NOW, C.DESIGN. MITHRA BANGLE, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW. GOLD AND JADE PENDANT AND CHAIN, LINDY LEE, SHOP SIMILAR
LOOK 7
Taking time out is all part of the vacation equation. So is fashion for that matter. This lovely silk dress robe is by ArtClub, Heidi Middleton’s latest venture which creates unique designs from deadstock fabrics, and is made locally with limited runs. Pieces to love and wear forever, perhaps you’ll share and swap with friends to keep the growing movement towards circular fashion.
LEFT: NORTH BONDI EAU DE PARFUM, OUAI, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: OTTO BODYSUIT IN OLIVE, PARIS GEORGIA, SHOP NOW. ORB NECKLACE, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR. SOLE LUNA GEM-SET FLIP RING, MONIKA RUGGERINO, SHOP NOW
LOOK 8
Summer dressing is never complete without a fragrance to take you from the pool to the bar. Or, if you never set foot outside your home, what could be more iconic than Ouai’s latest scent, North Bondi? A nuanced blend of rich florals and sheer white musk, it’s inspired by Sydney’s Bondi Beach and features notes of bergamot, Italian lemon, rose de mai, violet and more.
LEFT: BIG QUEEN ENERGY LIMITED EDITION, ULTRA VIOLETTE, SHOP SIMILAR. RIGHT: STEVIE SHIRT, HANNAH ART WEAR, SHOP NOW. NINETIES CROP TOP, SHOP NOW, STRING BRIEF, SHOP NOW, MATTEAU. LOVE RING, SHOP NOW, JOY OF LIFE RING, SHOP NOW, BY CHARLOTTE. BABYLON SMALL NECKLACE, SHOP SIMILAR, TALIS TRILOGY RING, SHOP SIMILAR, TEMPLE OF THE SUN
LOOK 8
Sun loungers need a high protection sunscreen along with a cover-up top and hat. I love this one by Ultra Violette which has a luminous “skin-screen” to keep your skin glowing while staying protected and hydrated.
BANDEAU RING TOP, SHOP NOW, SILK SARONG, SHOP NOW, RING BRIEF, SHOP NOW, MATTEAU. PISCES CHOKER, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW. DENARII COIN NECKLACE, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR
LOOK 9
Cool cover-ups should work hard on your holiday. Look for sarongs like this delicately printed silk style by Matteau. Designed for versatility: wear it effortlessly over your bikini to take you from the beach to lunch without the need for a wardrobe change.
LEFT: ATIKA ONE PIECE, FAITHFULL, SHOP NOW. WILDER HAT, HELEN KAMINSKI, SHOP SIMILAR. LOUISE BOMBER, LEE MATHEWS, SHOP SIMILAR. RIGHT: EMILY BIKINI TOP, SHOP NOW, REYES BIKINI BOTTOM, SHOP NOW, FAITHFULL THE BRAND. TALIS NECKLACE IN SILVER, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR. BAMBOO CUFF, MONICA RUGGERINO, SHOP NOW
LOOK 10 & 11
Living near the coastline, means I have several pairs of swimmers to suit all occasions. My tendency is to invest in a timeless one piece that’s more about being flattering than seasonal trends. That being said, a tropical print bikini like this one by Faithfull is an interesting one. I’m loving the balcony-style bra and high-cut brief. It has the right balance of femininity and sexiness. Throw on sheer anorak and hat and you’re good to go.
LEFT: MARFA SILK CUT OUT MAXI DRESS, BONDI BORN, SHOP NOW. THE KINTO SANDALS, A.EMERY, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: YELLOW GOLD AND JADE EARRINGS, SHOP SIMILAR, YELLOW GOLD AND JADE RING, SHOP SIMILAR, LINDY LEE. POPPY BIKINI TOP, BONDI BORN, SHOP NOW
LOOK 12 & 13
As evening descends, slip on a resort-ready dress worthy of a special event. I can’t go past this gorgeous breezy cut-out silk dress with a plunging neckline and adjustable ties by Bondi Born. A statement silhouette in vibrant Tropico blue, be sure to add statement pieces of jewellery with this look. The artist, Lindy Lee, has created her first-limited edition jewellery collection Xiaolong, which means ‘little dragon or snake’ in Chinese. The handcrafted gold and jade is meticulously sculptured together, very much a reflection of the sculptures she is renowned for. Coming from a Vietnamese background, I, too, have grown up with my mother’s deep connection to gold and jade so it’s exciting to see a unique combination of the two.
LEFT: HELAINE EMBROIDERED SET WILD FLOWER IN CORAL, LEO AND LIN, SHOP NOW. CHARM YOUR SOUL TOPAZ CURB BRACELET, BY CHARLOTTE, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: GROCER DELUXE TOTE BAG, A-ESQUE, SHOP SIMILAR. LE LIEN WHISKY BEACH TOWEL, THE AVALON & CO, SHOP NOW. HYBRID CHECK-IN MEDIUM SUITCASE, MONOS, SHOP NOW
FROM TOP LEFT TO RIGHT: HYBRID CARRY ON, MONOS, SHOP NOW. GWEN BALCONETTE, BOND EYE, SHOP SIMILAR. HK X GAPUWIYAK FRINGE BUCKET HAT, HELEN KAMINSKI, SHOP SIMILAR. SUNNIE BUCKET HAT, HANNAH ART, SHOP NOW. THE LOUIS CLOGS, A.EMERY, SHOP NOW. THREE WILD DOGS AND THE TRUTH BOOK, BY MARKUS ZUSAK, SHOP NOW. 1L WATER BOTTLE, MADE BY FRESSKO, SHOP NOW. THE GLOW SHOW LIMITED EDITION, SHOP NOW, BOD BRIGADE LIMITED EDITION, SHOP SIMILAR, ULTRA VIOLETTE SHADE DROPS MINERAL MILK, SUMMER FRIDAYS, SHOP NOW. DRAA EMBOSSED OVAL SUNGLASSES, LUCY FOLK, SHOP NOW. TF4205U SUNGLASSES, TIFFANY AND CO., SHOP NOW.
LOOK 14
The art of packing for your next getaway is always a challenge. Thinking through your itinerary is a good starting point, as is checking the weather forecast and being mindful of how much traveling, sightseeing or special occasions you plan on undertaking. I’m a bit of an over-packer. Chalk it up to the life of a stylist, but I’ve learned to lay out my outfits, edit, and then re-edit prior to packing. The size of your luggage will also help determine how much you can afford to pack. For our shoot to SEA SEA resort, we roadtested the Monos Hybrid Carry-On-Plus cases. Durable, light and resilient, the best part of these cases is they are all zipper-less, so you don’t have to worry about a bursting suitcase!
LEFT: SKINCARE SETS, TRINNY LONDON, SHOP NOW. NEXT LEVEL REPAIR TRIO, K18, SHOP NOW. RIGHT: STEVIE SHIRT, HANNAH ART WEAR, SHOP NOW. STRING BRIEF, MATTEAU, SHOP NOW. LOVE RING, SHOP NOW, JOY OF LIFE RING, SHOP NOW, BY CHARLOTTE. TALIS TRILOGY RING, TEMPLE OF THE SUN, SHOP SIMILAR
LOOK 15
Another good tip is to pack all your beauty essentials in travel sized cases, or opt for these mini colourful sets by Trinny London. They stack and lock together to save on space.
PHOTOGRAPHER: ADAM FLIPP
STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHER: BRYAN RUIZ
FASHION DIRECTOR: AILEEN MARR
HAIR & MAKEUP: YUKA MATSUI
FASHION ASSISTANT: KELLY HARTY
LOCATION: SEA SEA HOTEL CRESCENT HEAD NSW
LOOKS WE LOVE:
CLIO BIKINI TOP, BONDI BORN, $195, SHOP NOW
ANITA KO ZODIAC COIN PENDANT WITH DIAMOND FRAME, SOURCED BY TOHM COLLECTIVE, $12,500, SHOP NOW
ROSE MACRAME CORD MEDIUM BASKET, ALEMAIS, $379, SHOP NOW
THE REMLY SANDALS, A.EMERY, $180, SHOP NOW
BRACELET NO.57, HENCLA, $85, SHOP NOW
ADRIFT CLUTCH LARGE, STATE OF ESCAPE, $335, SHOP NOW
NIKON Z FC + 16-50MM IN MINT, NIKON, $1,614.96, SHOP NOW
CAROLINE SHORTS, HANNAH ARTWEAR, $275, SHOP SIMILAR
