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MATE VINTAGE.. p r e s e n t s NO BAD DAYS COLLECTION

MATE VINTAGE.. p r e s e n t s NO BAD DAYS COLLECTION

MATE VINTAGE is an online store featuring a curated collection of vintage items and independent designers. Katyti O’Connell, MATE VINTAGE owner/designer, explains the process in which she chooses each piece. “Every item of vintage that is selected for MATE is carefully chosen and has to be given the “I LOVE & NEED” stamp of approval. [...]


KATE UPTON x MARIO TESTINO, VOGUE JUN 2013

KATE UPTON x MARIO TESTINO, VOGUE JUN 2013

  US Vogue June 2013 Photographer: Mario Testino Stylist: Tonne Goodman Hair: Christiaan Makeup: James Kaliardos


MARA HOFFMAN x A L O H A

MARA HOFFMAN x A L O H A

It is no secret that Mara Hoffman is one of our absolute favorite artists in swimwear. Here is her newest campaign for the Aloha collection. ALOHA- Mara Hoffman from mara hoffman on Vimeo. OUR PICKS>>>shop here. Mara Hoffman One-Piece Swimwear · Mara Hoffman Two-Piece Swimwear · Mara Hoffman Cover-ups


SINGLE FIN x R O A M HAWAII LAUNCH VIDEO

SINGLE FIN x R O A M  HAWAII LAUNCH VIDEO

Hawaii natives Brooke Dembrowski and Cassandra Rull of Roam Hawaii  launch their new capsule collection “Single Fin.” Neon fringe, poms poms and retro patterns rule this summer in Hawaii!! SINGLEFIN from Brooke Dombroski on Vimeo.    


GET TO KNOW | ESTUARIES SWIMWEAR NYC

GET TO KNOW | ESTUARIES SWIMWEAR NYC

We were drawn to the Estuaries line for its beach meets urban vibe. This Brooklyn based collection is a direct reflection of the sister team behind the brand. Growing up on the beaches of Hawaii to then living in New York, these two sisters have created a line perfectly mixed with beach and city. Here [...]


CHILD OF WILD | EILEEN LOFGREN

CHILD OF WILD | EILEEN LOFGREN

We got to catch up with Eileen Lofgren; artist, jewelry collector, skull designer, humanitarian and the beauty and the brain behind company CHILD OF WILD. The San Diego native launched CHILD OF WILD a little over a year and is already becoming a major go-to for ethnically authentic jewelry from around the globe. And yet [...]


Rip Curl Swimwear | Tiki Goddess Bikini

Rip Curl Swimwear | Tiki Goddess Bikini

The Rip Curl Tiki Goddess bikini is definitely going to be one of our summer favorites.  It’s bright colors, eye catching print and wearable yet sexy cut make it a perfect mix of style and function. We both spend a lot of time in the water, whether we are surfing or jumping in for a [...]


Clover Canyon | Summer Swim 2013

Clover Canyon | Summer Swim 2013

We are blowing our minds over the Summer Swim Collection from Clover Canyon. It’s always refreshing to see a brand that is so bold, unique and wearable at the same time. Here are some of our favorites. Shop collection here 


BIKINI BIRD X RAEN OPTICS EDITORIAL

BIKINI BIRD X RAEN OPTICS EDITORIAL

We had a blast collaborating with RAEN Optics to shoot their amazing spring and summer collections.  We pulled in some of our favorite brands, including TAVIK, TYLER, MIKOH, ACACIA and MINIMALE ANIMALE to help show off the incredible sunnies through the lense of photographer Taylor Dunfee. Photographer Taylor Dunfee @tsdvision Model Kylie Cusick @kyliecusick MUA [...]


FEATURED COLLECTION | TALLOW SWIMWEAR

FEATURED COLLECTION | TALLOW SWIMWEAR

We might just have a new obsession…TALLOW SWIMWEAR….. drooling. see more here


The Summer House | Bikini Bird Editorial by Jenavieve Belair

The Summer House | Bikini Bird Editorial by Jenavieve Belair

We had a fun day shooting with the lovely photographer Jenavieve Belair at our friend’s amazing Laguna Beach summer house. We featured some of our favorite pieces from Lolli Swim, Labelle Rebelle, SALT, and Vitamin A with accessories from RAEN optics, STANCE gals and Thread and Stone Jewelry..


#bikinidreams artist series | TAYLOR DUNFEE for BIKINI BIRD

#bikinidreams artist series | TAYLOR DUNFEE for BIKINI BIRD

Artist/photographer Taylor Dunfee did an amazing series called “Bikini Dreams” inspired by various bikinis from our favorite designers… Here are the first 6 in this amazing artist series.


Bikini Bird Editorial | Photographers Kayla Varley and Evan Lane

Bikini Bird Editorial | Photographers Kayla Varley and Evan Lane

We had a fun day in LA with photographers Kayla Varley and Evan Lane shooting some of our favorites pieces from Lolli Swim, L*Space , Aila Blue and Stance…enjoy..  


SALT. 2013

SALT. 2013

Salt Swimwear Spring | Summer 13 visit  Salt Swimwear  ISLA CYBILL AMBER NIKKI


NATASHA OAKLEY & DEVIN BRUGMAN | A BIKINI A DAY

NATASHA OAKLEY & DEVIN BRUGMAN | A BIKINI A DAY

This last week we were able to catch up with the gorgeous girls that are A Bikini A Day, Natasha Oakley and Devin Brugman. We, along with photographers, Kayla Varley and Evan Lane headed over to their beautiful home and to peek inside their world and get to know a little bit more about these [...]


COAST X COAST for BILLABONG AUS

COAST X COAST for BILLABONG AUS

Coast + Coast by Daeja Fallas and Tami Snodgrass for Billabobg Australia Coast X Coast is what happens when two immensely creative and talented ladies put their colorful think caps on and do whatever is needed to turn an amazing idea into an even more amazing reality… Two of our favorite magic makers, artists,  world explorers, [...]


brooklyn dombroski x bikinibird

brooklyn dombroski x bikinibird

The very talented, hawaii based photographer, Brooklyn Dombroski threw together an amazing tropical shoot for Bikinibird in one day!  We Heart BrooklynHawaii. Enjoy!!   Swim x Accessories: Tallow Swim, Billabong Swim, Saffron James Beach blankets, Cleobella bag, LSpace Swim, Lolli swim, Beach Riot Model: Malia Murphey Styling: Virgi Peresa Photography: BrooklynHawaii.com for Bikinibird


GYPSY SPRING/SUMMER 2013

GYPSY SPRING/SUMMER 2013

Beautiful new campaign from Gypsy Hawaii, full collection here. Photography by Daeja Fallas. Paradise Found (Spring/Summer 2013) from Daeja Fallas on Vimeo.


ON TOP OF THE WORLD | WINGS HAWAII

ON TOP OF THE WORLD | WINGS HAWAII

Check out new video by Wings Hawaii showcasing their newest collection on tees, swim and jewelry. All handmade with love on the island of Maui.


V-day inspired by L*Space

V-day inspired by L*Space

Cut out maxis, strappy halters, structured bandeaus and bustiers makes us want to fall in love…we HEART L*Space by the talented Monica Wise. Shop here Maio suit Nikola Maxi Audrey Fringe Lexi Bottom Diaz Caftan Hippie Chic top  Forget me Not bottom Jenny Dress Ariel Betty top Copacabana bottom


KORE | 2013 Collection

KORE | 2013 Collection

Always one of our favorite collections..KORE


Bikini Bird Editorial | Desert Space

Bikini Bird Editorial | Desert Space

Last month, we headed out to Joshua Tree for a bikinibird editorial featuring some of our favorite pieces from the following brands; Beach Riot, Salt,Minimale Animale, Stone Cold Fox x Beach Riot, Acacia, Lolli Swim,and RVCA. Each collection completely blew us away leaving us more than inspired. Enjoy. Photography by Taylor Dunfee Photography by Taylor [...]


GEOGIA MAY JAGGER | ELLE FRANCE

GEOGIA MAY JAGGER | ELLE FRANCE

Tender Rock. We are obsessing over the super sexy editorial featuring Georgia May Jagger in the new Elle France.


sneak peek with NOE UNDERGARMENTS

sneak peek with NOE UNDERGARMENTS

I couldn’t have been more excited to get a first sneak peak of NOE Undergarments Autumn/Winter 2013 Collection at an intimate gathering last night with Shelah Abubo, one of NOE’s founders. With a perfect blend of tough, sexy, delicate and cool, the collection is a perfect marriage of masculine and feminine. The product releases in [...]