Beach, Please!

swim top - Forever 21+ | swim bottoms - Cactus (Addition Elle) | bag - Forever 21 | sunglasses and chain - Aldo Accessories

Summertime means a few things; sun, bright colours, more time outside and of course, the beach!  Heading to the beach just wouldn’t be the same without that cute little swim suit. 

When I came across this swim top I knew I wanted it, but if I’m being honest, I wasn’t sure it would ever see the light of day.  Don’t get me wrong, I love wearing crop tops and I've worn swim tops as clothing and for shoots before, but out to the beach, nope.

I’ve always been hesitant of showcasing too much skin when out in public (see: body shaming).  And like so many women every summer, the swimwear stress is real.  But once I found these high waisted bottoms, I knew this combo would be too cute to only wear in private.  It was liberating to lay in the sun and tan.  I felt amazing and all the anxiety I’ve felt for so long, just melted away.  I know I’m late to the bikini (or fatikini if you want) party, but I’m here now!    

I paired my bikini with simple accessories.  Every beach day calls for flip flops, a beach bag (how cute is this one?) and large sunnies.  

It was a beautiful day in the sun, one I plan on repeating many times over.