August 3, 2010

Pin Striped Beach Bum

Today was glorious! I slept in, went on a beautiful walk with my parents and saw a Koala in a tree (this is very exciting! I had never seen a Koala!), got a delicious smoothie and headed out grocery shopping with my Mommy. On the way home we stopped in a little swim shop on the street, and this bathing suit caught my eye. Anyone who knows me knows that I hate bathing suits. I get so self concious, so the fact that I am even posting these pictures on this blog of me in this bathing suit is a miracle, but I just had to show you - its SO cute. It reminds me of the 1950s...in the best way possible. Finally, a bathing suit that I dont mind wearing! The rest of the day was spent laying on the beach in this beauty soaking up the beautiful rays.

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Tonight my Dad is making dinner for us, which I am very excited about. I havent had a dinner cooked by my parents in a long time, and nothing is better than a home cooked meal! True?


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The rest of the evening will probably involve more walking, lemon sorbet, and late night TV shows (Criminal Minds..yes!) Hope you all are having an amazing week so far. x


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bathing suit : sunburn swim shop

63 comments:

  1. Your pics are really lovely and the bathing suit is a gem! I'd love to try on one like that because I share your feelings about bathing suits.

    Anthea,
    Embracing Style

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  2. You look fantastic, I do like that retro bathing suit style. And I love looking at koalas, they are soooo cute! I wish I had time to hold one when I was last in Australia, they looked so snuggable!

    S
    http://notjustmedical.wordpress.com

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  3. Whoa, super jealous of your bathing suit! So cute! :D And thank you for the sweet comment on my blog; it filled me with warm fuzzies. <3

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  4. Your pictures are so vibrant! What sort of camera do you use? I love the ruffles at the bottom of the suit and I wish it was summer again! I miss the beach. :D

    A from A + B in the Sea

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  5. Hi A! :)
    I use a Canon XTi Rebel. Ive been using it everyday for the past three years, its such a beauty. I do some editing in different programs to give them the color. The cameras a gem though. x

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  6. greats pics

    http://malibuananas.blogspot.com/

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  7. so much fun , and here i am stuck at work envying your photos waiting for time Clock out lol

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  8. amazing photos..
    i love the backround..
    :)

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  9. You have no reason to be self conscious! But I understand, I'm like that too. Especially because of my extreme paleness :(

    What an amazing swimsuit! LOVE these photos.

    X

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  10. omygosh your bathing suit is so super cute!! I need to get a cute one too in time for summer :) you've inspired me!


    heyfancypants.blogspot.com

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  11. PS. I love Criminal Minds! When my Mum was in France she met the director of the show, a really lovely lady apparently! I was so jealous.

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  12. Eleanor...Why cant we live closer? I feel like we would be amazing friends. Im so super jealous of your Mum!! x

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  13. lovely bathers!!! also if you ever get a chance you MUST hold a koala, heehee they are quite cuddly. i know those sort of things (photos at wildlife parks with koalas being passed around to people) aren't entirely cruelty free but gosh I do love them.

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  14. I love the bathing suit! ESpecially since it's a one piece.

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  15. that is a fabulous bathing suit!! you look adorable :) and the lighting in the photos is amazing. i wish i were on the beach!!

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  16. amazing suit! it is so YOU. adorable and different.
    and jeez, I'm with you about swimsuits. my goal for this summer is to stay away from them! ha ha

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  17. your photos and your style are so lovely xx

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  18. i would be ridiculously excited if i saw a koala! what an adorable bathing suit :)

    <3 gina

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  19. you are soooo lovely! i am jealous of your peachy beachy days. wonderful suit!
    x anna

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  20. CUTE swimsuit!! love!

    love your blog! im a new follower!

    xoxo
    b
    engagedtobengaged.blogspot.com

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  21. I'm so glad you're having an amazing time with your parents!!! ok I want/ need that bathing suit!!! so freakin adorable ^.^

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  22. Awww i like the bathing suit too, it's very sweet!
    xxx

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  23. Wow. I love these pictures. It makes me want to be on a beach right now


    Dress Rehearsal

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  24. I love the pictures! Second one is my favorite. I love your bathing suit, too.

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  25. bathing suit is so cute! and i love the view.

    X♥X♥
    caelidiaries

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  26. Am loving this color! blur looks awesome on yo hun! amazing photos .....yay!! Glad you had fun♥

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  27. cute pictures girl! love the bathing suit. :)

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  28. Aw, you look so gorgeous Kate! That bathing suit is amazing and I'm glad it makes you feel so! The color is spectacular.

    You saw a koala in the wild? I think I need to move to Australia...now!

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  29. Thank you so much dear! Great posts and pictures.
    Lovely blog you've got! I'm following:)

    And I love "you are lovely, remember that."
    Adorable!

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  30. Aw, your bathing suit is cute, the detail at the bottom is so girly and fun! You got a nice body lady! Don't be embarrassed!

    <3

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  31. aw lovely vintage honey. this is so sweet.

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  32. Love you bathing suit missy! You have an amazing healthy body - no need to feel self concious. You look hot! Loves your interview over at Amanda's blog!

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  33. truly sounds like a glorious day!
    very lovely swimsuit - i've been looking for a cute one-piece as well. no luck so far :(

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  34. your pictures are gorgeous! and the suit is adorable :) i'm the same way..i can neverrr find swimsuits i like.

    i really love your blog!

    natalie
    http://nattyyann.blogspot.com/

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  35. Oh exciting to see a koala. And I love your bathing suit, it's so sweet!@ x

    http://pagesixxx.blogspot.com

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  36. Whoa, such a lovely swimsuit! It looks great on you and I totally agree that home cooked meals are the best!

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  37. Hey Maggie! The swimsuit is amazing :) and I love your sun glasses too! Sounds like you had a pretty awesome day. Adore your blog :)

    Love,
    Tabitha

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  38. I love the blue tone to these pictures (:


    xoxo
    Chandler

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  39. loving all these pics <3 gorgeous.

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  40. Thank you so much for your sweet comment on my blog! I'm so flattered. I thought I'd stop by and say hello. I love the little blurb on your "About me" about how you want your face to be engraved with laugh lines to show the happiness you have lived to know. What a beautiful thought! Glad to "meet" you, and I look forward to reading more. xo

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  41. your bathing suit is adorable!!

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  42. you look fantastic in your new swimsuit missy! wonderful pictures as usual...that beach looks absolutely gorgeous. i agree there nothing better than a home cooked meal, i'm going home to my paremts this weekend & can't wait to be looked after!

    www.messyourhairup.blogspot.com

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  43. What a super cute suit! I know exactly how you feel about having a difficult time finding one that you can feel comfortable in. When you do though, it's so great. Like having a second skin!

    Les Deux - Katie

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  45. three words: YOU-LOOK-AWESOME :)

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  46. Oh Kate, I love you dear, I am so so happy that you are having a great time with your parents! Brings joy to my heart, you deserve it love :) Also, fabulous bathing suit!!! ;)

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  47. Cassie! Thanks so much, you're a doll.

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  48. that swimsuit is supeeerr cute! love the stripes and the frills..:D

    i'm glad to see u having a great time with your parents..yes, nothing beats a home-cooked meal.

    ♥ vanilla ice cream ♥

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  49. Such a cute suit! You're photos are always to stunning!

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  50. More like a beach babe than a beach bum! :) I love that swimsuit!! It's 50's-style and has cute cover up ruffles.

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  51. You look amazing! No need to be self conscious! & the bathing suit is darling, that color is great on you :) Totally agreed, home cooked meals are the best ever. For me, that's the highlight of coming home on weekends from college.

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  52. you look as cute as a button! did you cut your hair? it looks lovely... and you are darling in that bathing suit! <3

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  53. Your swimsuit is THE cutest!! I love it! The skirt/ruffles make me smile. So vintage and chic!

    Sounds like a lovely day at the beach. What more could you ever ask for ? :)

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  54. Love that swimsuit! It's so summery and dreamy! And it looks great on you :)

    Love,
    Erin :)

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  55. Katteeeeeeee ohhh such beautiful and amazing pica as usual:), I'm gald that you loved the dresses:).

    The necklace is just magical and I will be forever in love with your effortless chic style:).

    Have a magical Sunday:)
    xx

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  56. I love the vibe on your blog. Such lovely photos! And I am basically dying over that suit!

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