Photography by Riana Vogel
Beach, please!
Introducing the hottest poolside gear to get you looking #BeachChic this summer!
Indigo Girl
We’re totally into the blue: denim – and its hues – extend from the streets to sandy shores
Clockwise from top: Reversible full-piece swimsuit, R1 700, Billabong; Peace cap, R119, Supre; Summer Time halter bikini top, R1 899, high-waist bottoms, R1 499, and towel with string bag, R1 299, all Seafolly; printed sneakers, R1 999, Le Coq Sportif; shorts, R500, Element; tee, R199, Supre; wireless headphones, R899, Skullcandy at Luksbrands.co.za; pale-blue sunglasses, R1 990, Police at Eyebar; Moonlighter sunglasses, R1 690, Oakley
Block Out
This season is all about bright colour-blocking contrasted with black. Embrace the early Nineties nostalgia by adding a moon bag – the updated versions offer all the practicality in a modern palette
Clockwise from top: Rash vest, R215, Sun Things; multicolour bikini top, R299, and bottoms, R199, both Tally Weijl; moonbag, R399, and full-piece swimsuit, R779, both Topshop; Mexican summer towel, R1 499, Seafolly; slim-cut flip flops, R269, Havaianas; cut-out detail shorts, R299, H&M; two-tone sunnies, R2 185, Alexander McQueen at SDM Eyewear; T-bar sandals, R279, Zoom at Spree.co.za; lumo watch, R895, Superdry at CJR Gift Sales; Bluetooth outdoor speaker, R499, Cotton On
Boho Luxe
Complement amber, orange and tan tones with ivory – think mixed textures, like lace and crochet, plus tassels, ruffles and trims that swish as you sway
Clockwise from top left: Crochet top, R646, Von Scher Active; suede hat, R349, H&M; antique lace skirted hipster bikini bottoms, R1 999, Seafolly; crochet top, R519, Tally Weijl; embellished sandals, R120, MRP; patterned shorts with cutout detail, R299, H&M; black studded sandals, R449, Zoom at Spree.co.za; patterned kimono, R2 350, Maaji at Sigari Lifestyle; metallic clutch, R699, Accessorize; full-piece swimsuit, R2 499, Seafolly; Melograno necklace, R670, Pichulik; sunglasses, R190, Tally Weijl
Mono Moments
If bold brights aren’t your thing, don’t stress – the classic black-and-white combo makes a sophisticated statement with updated prints and patterns
Clockwise from top: Romantic shirt dress, R2 999, Seafolly; watch, R64 700, Hermés at Picot & Moss; mirror sunglasses, R149, Supre; graphic sunglasses, R2 185, Alexander McQueen at SDM Eyewear; beach umbrella, R350, Billabong; Sculpture Puresun printed full-piece swimsuit, R945, Speedo; Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Camera, from R989, Takealot.com; Vivi silver metallic sandals, R1 699, Soul; backpack, R649, Forever New; sliding halter bikini top, R249, and core high-waist Brazilian bottoms, R224, both Cotton On
Looking for more looks you can rock by the pool (or the beach) this summer? Check out these racerfront cozzies, these full-piece swimsuits and these crochet bikinis.
