Saturday Style: Beachwear

Is there anything as enjoyable as spending and ending a day at the beach?

Thinking of friends in the Southern hemisphere and an end of Summer vacation in Ocean City, Maryland have inspired me to celebrate Beachwear this week.
I am taking the flip-flops, tank tops, sundresses and crop pants on one more trip before putting them away for the Winter.
Beach fashion is fun.
It is comfortable.
It is colorful.
And yes it is stylish.

Why stroll the boardwalk in your shorts and a beach tee when you can throw on a beautiful yet comfortable sundress like this one created by etsy seller GoGothic from Toronto Ontario. 


Own the boardwalk in this cornflower blue sundress.

 Perfect for a day in the sand these handcrafted copper sea star earrings by etsy seller RedBirdJewellry of Dorking England will complement your bikini or your sundress.


Don't forget your jewelry like these textured starfish earrings.

Flip flops don't have to be boring shower shoes. Check out the colorful ribbons and flowers on these by etsy seller PetalnPearlBoutique of Worcester, Massachusetts.  


Fun and funky these bright flip flops will make make your feet as happy as the rest of you.


Don't forget the bag to carry all  your beach goodies in. I love this over sized, strong and beautifully styled tote by etsy seller MeilingSketchbook of Moorpark, California.


Pack up your towel, sunscreen and waterbottle. You are ready for a day at the beach.

This fantastic lampwork necklace by etsy seller MelissaBeads of Colorado reminds me of a day at the beach. Looking at these colors I picture beach umbrellas, kites and surfboards dancing in the waves. 


Vibrant and fashionable beach ball necklace.

At the end of the day get ready  for cocktails and a beautiful sunset by adding a cover to your swimsuit. Consider this powder blue wrap by etsy seller SLCSLC of Great Britain. 

Cover your suit and find a deck, a Margarita and a view of the sunset.





Inspired by the Ocean

I was in Halifax, NS last week, a city by the ocean. As I approached the city I suddenly smelled the ocean. The smell is a mix of salt water, fish and high humidity. So different than the smells of my home, which is far from the ocean.

Down by the waterfront I took in the rhythms of this maritime city. Looking out on the water, I could see a light house, commercial fishing boats, several frigates (Halifax is home base for the Canadian Navy on the East Coast), Coast Guard boats, several tour boats and even a passenger ferry. The ocean is part of every day life in Halifax.

Enjoy these selections inspired by the ocean.

Puffer Fish Lampwork Bead by Melissa Beads

Bottle Green Sea Glass Necklace by The FamiLee Jewels

Does the Jelly Have Spots Lampwork Bead by Island Girl

Copper, Shell and Glass by Rocknwow

Small Fish Pendant by Colla

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current Etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.