Bathe in Style: A Swimsuit Style Guide

Now that the warm weather is finally here, it is time to head to the beaches and cottages for some fun in the sun. With a never-ending sea of bikinis, monokinis, speedos and surf shorts out there, it can be a daunting task to find the perfect stylish and functional piece. Fear not, as we at fave magazine have done you the favor and hand-picked some fantastic pieces that will look amazing on any body. But first:

For the ladies, there are two essential swimsuit styles that everyone should have in their dresser. First, a fun and  flirty bikini,and secondly, a stylish one-piece. Bonus points if they are reversible!

Bikini

Modern Ego Beach Bunny Bikini - $34.00

This bikini from Modern Ego is the epitome of girly and fun. The mix of floral and nautical prints kicks the look up a couple notches AND it is reversible! Perfect to take on vacation.

Salinas Isabella Bikini -Top, $29.00 & Bottom, $29.00 instyleswimwear.com

To continue with the blue theme, this bikini is classic but with a little bit of a girly touch to it to keep it interesting. The back of this is the kicker with the cheeky bow. Did I mention it is currently on sale?!

Clover Canyon Lotus Temple Bathing Suit, $151.0, clovercanyon.com

For a little bit of color, this preppy and graphic bikini is the perfect candidate. It matches with countless things and would look super cute for lounging on the beach with a floppy hat or for a casual game of beach volleyball.

One-Piece/Monokini

L-Space Sunsetter, $158.00, www.instyleswimwear.com

In my opinion, everyone should own a black monokini. This particular one by L-Space is simply, practical, and a little bit sexy with the deep halter plunge. This look flatters any and every shape and size and the frills add just a bit of a girly touch (but not too much).

Stella McCartney Cutout Printed Swimsuit, $665.00, shopstyle.com

This asymmetrical piece just screams Gwyneth Paltrow. The lines are uber-chic and the mix of patterns is quite fun. This look can work everywhere, on the beach or by the pool and again, with a floppy hat.

Miu Miu Swimsuit, $215.00 Miu Miu NYC

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You can't go wrong with a retro one-piece and this one hits the nail right on the head. The deep V cut paired with the white band accentuate killer curves for a sexy look that's bound to turn heads.

FOR THE MEN

Like the ladies, there are two essential styles that one should have in their dresser. The traditional trunk, for casual and functional wear, and the more European/sporty styles to stand out in the crowd.

Trunks

Loro Piana Swim Trunks, $345.00 www.loropiana.com

The modern board short is short, but not tight. Traditional surf shorts haven't disappeared, they've just been updated a little bit. This washed out blue shade keeps the look casual and versatile.

J. Crew 7" board shorts with anchor print,$48.65, jcrew.com

Very appropriate with the nautical anchor motif and in the perfect length. These would work great with boat shoes and a white tee for off-beach events.

Cadet Vintage Surf Short, $128.00, www.cadetusa.com

I am in love with these trunks. The vintage look is a classic look that will never be out of style. Perfect for hanging ten.

European/Sport Trunks

Orlebar Brown Pup II, $165.00 orlebarbrown.com

If you're feeling daring, and spent the winter in the gym, these shorts are the ones for you. Be prepared to turn heads, though.

American Apparel Swimsuit, $28.00, americanapparel.com

If you are a little bit on the conservative side for the sporty/European look, these trunks are the perfect gateway into this style. The burgundy color pairs well with the cut, making for a classic short that will last season after season.

Sauvage Classic Square Cut - Side Stripe, $42.00, sauvagewear.com

Sauvage is one of my new favorite swimwear designers. They really have the men's classics down, adding a little bit of modern edge. This blue square cut brings us back to the 70s in California and everyone should own a pair!

5 Top Trends from Paris Fashion Week

If the Chanel supermarket spectacle taught us anything, the Fall/Winter looks from this year's Paris Fashion Week are definitely ones to remember. The runways were adorned with pastels, knits and sporty looks abound. I'm sure the last thing you want to think about right now is next winter, but here are the top 5 trends to take note when building your wardrobe for the next Polar Vortex. I would definitely advise rocking these trends now to tie you over until spring.

1) Pastels

Designers transitioned the pastels from Spring/Summer effortlessly into fall on the runways. This dress from Dior matched with a blazer or leather jacket would be a perfect look for early fall.

Christian Dior, F/W2014

2) Head-to-Toe Knits

Knits in all colors and patterns are a go, especially when done in a complete ensemble a la Chanel.

Chanel, F/W 2014

3) Sporty

Quite a few designers had thrown in some sporty designs into the mix which I was absolutely thrilled about. I'm definitely going to keep my eyes open for a killer varsity jacket come fall.

Miu Miu, F/W 2014

4) Mod

The retro looks were super fun and each designer played the Mod theme with wonderful modern touches.

Valentino F/W 2014

5) Dramatic Blacks

Alexander Mcqueen had some showstopping head-to-toe black looks. Those were a bit more theatrical than practical, but beautiful none the less. Elie Saab showed us how to rock the dramatic looks for every day wear and I want to buy it all.

Elie Saab F/W 2014

What To Wear: Valentine's Day Edition

People either love Valentine's day or hate it. Either way, you'll most likely end up having to endure it one way or another. Whether you have a hot date with someone you've been crushing on for ages, are spending the night with your other half as you have been for years or you just plan on spending the night out with your single friends, the outfit dilemma always arises. When rocking the red for V-Day, I think we all agree that there is a very fine line between looking festive and cute and looking like a sriracha bottle.

You can't go wrong with these V-day finds, no matter your plans. And yes, this includes staying at home in your PJs.

Girls Night Out

Sometimes you just want to give a big middle finger to Valentine's day by going out and celebrating singledom with your gal pals, and this outfit is sure to grab attention from both males and females alike. The sheer neckline of this top adds a hint of sexiness without being over the top. Pair it with leather leggings instead of denim for a sex-kitten vibe. These platform booties are sure to get major shoe envy from your friends. For accessories, I love the look of gold ear cuffs and big cuff bracelets.

Cami NYC Classic Red Cami ($128)
H&M Imitation Leather Pants ($7)
Kat Maconie Bonnie Platform Bootie  ($350.00)

Girls Night In

The great thing about that Cami top is that it can easily work for a luxurious PJ top. Pair it with some uber-comfy black shorts and a whimsical eye mask for a Breakfast at Tiffany's-esque look. Heck, I'd wear this every night!

Cami NYC Classic Red Cami ($128)
Anthropoligie Bryrony Shorts ($38)
Mary Green Breakfast at Tiffany's Silk Satin Sleep Mask ($38.50)

Hot Date Night Out

Rather than wearing the predictable red dress or top, I prefer to rock a simple LDB with a sexy pair of tights and accessorize with festive reds instead. I would keep it simple and punch it up with accessories, like a thick chain gold necklace or a chain strap purse. His eyes will be glued on you all night (so please, watch out for spinach in your teeth).

Talula Nippori One Shoulder Dress ($40)
Wilford Romance Tights ($75)
Giuseppe Zanotti Mary Jane Stiletto Pump ($513) 

Romantic Dinner at Home

Wear something subtly sexy, yet comfortable. You aren't going out, but you should wear something a little nicer than your usual Wednesday night dinner at home garb. I'm a big fan of bodysuits these days. Pair it with an awesome pair of jeans and a low-cut blazer for the dinner, then remove said items for a sexy romp in the sheets afterwards.


La Senza Lace Bodysuit ($34.50)
Nasty Gal Stratospheric Black Blazer ($58)
J Brand Tabitha Skinny Leg ($308)

With this arsenal of outfit ideas, you are bound to make the best of what V-Day has to offer. If you ask me though, the real holiday is February 15th, where all the chocolates are 75% off. See you all at Wal-mat!