AW FASHION – The Swimsuit Issue
fringe benefits: unexpected details like a breezy fringe trim refresh an otherwise classic suit pushing it bang on trend<strong></strong>
All Woman, Fashion, Lifestyle, Local Lifestyle, Style, Style Observer, Tuesday Style
July 3, 2016

AW FASHION – The Swimsuit Issue

It’s that time of year again, when school’s out, the days are longer and temperatures keep rising. With July comes the proper advent of summer and that can only mean one thing — swimsuit season! Island girls have always taken a creative approach to swimwear, and tend to be the first to try new styles and embrace trends. AW fashion road tests a few of the latest trends surfing the swim wave in Kingston, with a city style staycation shoot at the uber luxe Strawberry Hill Hotel in Irish Town. As we climbed the hill from steaming Kingston, temperatures lowered and once in full view of the magnificent cityscape below, we were reminded that sometimes Paradise is just a short Papine pass-through away.

Saint International model Alexa Budal takes a dip in a selection of mostly locally handmade pieces from Q Swimwear & More.

Model : Alexa Budal

Agency: Saint International

Photographer: Napthali Junior

Stockists: All swimwear courtesy of Q Swimwear & More,

Shop 11 Princeville Plaza, 95-97

Constant Spring Road.

Tel. 969-8257/331-9566/585-6280.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

first boxer briefs, now boxer suits ! &mdash; mix things up at playful poolside sessions with athletic-inspired alternatives to the classic suit<strong></strong>
a lush tropical chic print always feels exotic<strong></strong>
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soften sweet florals by going for earthier tones &mdash; the look lends itself well to low key swim sessions<strong></strong>
pin-up chic : Sharp cut-outs update this classic red, black and white 1950s inspired high waisted two piece<strong></strong>
soften sweet florals by going for earthier tones &mdash; the look lends itself well to low key swim sessions
a suit with lots of detail suddenly becomes more of a complete outfit in one — perfect for urban dip sessions<b/>
loose-fitting linen trousers are an easy alternative to the classic wrap
colour-blocking isn&rsquo;t just for dry land &mdash; a simple yet unexpected orange lip complements this vibrant fuschia classic suit<strong></strong>
co-ordinate classic crochet in cream tones for a more relaxed refinery<b/>
today’s suit does double duty from waterfront to watering hole; the crystals and ruffles on this deep jewel toned suit means it could easily double for evening — Strawberry Bliss champagne served with a smile by bartender Kenron Todd<b/>
an intricate high cut lengthens limbs, while bold patterning holds the eye<b/>
loose-fitting linen trousers are an easy alternative to the classic wrap<strong></strong>

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