Showing posts with label swimwear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label swimwear. Show all posts

Inspired: Mara Hoffman meets Ndebele

The first thought that occurred to us when we saw Mara Hoffman's latest swimwear collection was: "Oooooh, Ndebele!" (yes, really):



[Ndebele wall art common among the South Ndebele people of South Africa]
Wouldn't you agree? Between the geometry, symmetry and colours, we find the art-meets-Africa-meets-swimwear execution very exciting and refreshing indeed. And then there are the wonderful "crack" batiks common in parts of Africa and Indonesia, all simply and stunningly accessorized with layered beads. Feels like summer already.





 Don't you just LOVE it?

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Shop For Less: Aya Morrison SALE!


If you're heading off to exotic locales, your local beach or even just bent on causing a scene at a pool near you, an Aya Morisson piece is your surefire passport to cool. What's more, every item in their in e-store is discounted, so you have absolutely no excuse. 


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ShopAfrica/Spotlight: Bantu Wax by Yodit Eklund


[Image from Bantu Wax's latest collection]

In September 2008 (gosh, we've been blogging for AGES!), we featured a brand called Bantu Wax. Founded by Yodit Eklund (born to a German father and Ethiopian mother), the brand specializes in ethically-produced African Print swimwear. We didn't hear much about the brand for a while but we were excited to find a number of Bantu Wax pieces for sale online at Net-a-Porter! You know how much we love it when brands take that giant leap! We're especially glad Bantu is spreading the African Print Religion (lol) with their lovely swimwear.

Shop Bantu Wax pieces like the one below at Net-a-Porter here, and visit Bantu Wax online here (super cute website, by the way!)


[Shop this printed bandeau bikini here]

Do we love it?

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Spotlight: Aya Morrison @ Howard University's ASA Fashion Show


Shop Liquorice favorite Aya Morrison showed at Howard's annual African Students' Association fashion show this past weekend, revealing a brand spankin' new collection just in time for spring. Head designer Helena Aidoo-Morrison sent the most delectable one-pieces and two-pieces down the runway and her gorgeous models were flanked by dudes in print shorts! What's not to love? Here are some of our favorite pieces:


We absolutely LOVE!

See more here and see photos from other designers at the show here.

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Website - Aya Morrison 
Facebook - Group + Fan Page
SHOP ONLINE - Aya Morrison (via her website); Aya Morrison (via her etsy)
E-mail - info@ayamorrison.com

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Man Fashion: Top 5 Swim Trunks for This Summer

As far as men’s swimwear goes, swim trunks are the most basic sort of swimwear. This does not mean that swim trunks are not great men’s swimwear and in fact, I do see swim trunks are back to trends. This is because men of any age can wear swim trunks, from young boys to old men. Most important, I like swim trunks more than "speedo" because they usually have a lining so that they are very comfortable, less revealing and they are not too terribly long either, so you can still tan your legs.

So if you are thinking of getting yourself a new swimwear, let see what I got to offer here.

1. Black and White
The most important rule of summer fashion: don't get complicated.
And the simplest way to swim is in black and white — checkers, stripes, polka dots, solids, whatever. None of it will get old — one pair should last you five summers.


2. Bay Watch Red
Always in style, a shock of red is the ultimate beach color and suits any skin tone. Plus, you'll look like you know what you're doing. Just don't pair it with a lifeguard buoy — that would be overboard.



3. Retro Neon
Add a little bit (or a lot) to your swimsuit for an unexpectedly sporty twist on one of the year's hottest fashion trends. Sundek and Quiksilver both make variations that have become iconic surfer-scene staples.


4. Walk the Bar
After showering off, throw on sandals and a clean polo on top of these. They're close enough to shorts that you can roll up to the beach club without worrying about judgmental stares.


5. Aquatic-Themed
There are limits to where, when, and how a man can wear animal print.
Remember to limit to marine creatures rather than land dwellers.




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