SUMMER IS BACK!

capri sandals, old navy | l'oreal paris color rich nail polish in versailles romance, drugstore.com | alba hawaiian lip balm in coconut cream, drugstore.com | michael kors collection santorini ns tote, shopbop | colorescience sunforgettable sunscreen, skincarerx | vix napo ripple bikini top + bottom, net-a-porter | lavender weave peshtemal towel, l-atitute | ray-ban flash lens aviator sunglasses, revolve clothing

After what seems like the longest winter in history, summer is finally upon us!  I'm packing the bags for our fifth anniversary mini-vacay and could not be more ready to hit the pool.  I have missed bikinis, beach books and flip flops, but what I'm most excited about is my little Seven Seas Turkish beach towel I picked up from BeKaLu in Cottesloe during our trip to Australia.  It's lightweight, dries (nearly) instantly and doubles as a sarong.  Although I haven't found that brand stateside, I have found some alternatives including these great personalized Peshtemals from NaturalSoft on Etsy (be sure to check out my favorite, the diamond weave pattern).  Try one, you'll love it!

Happy Memorial Day weekend, and don't forget the sunscreen!

Try out a few other warm-weather goodies:

Beach-Bound!

 I couldn't be more ready for a little sand, surf, sun and relaxation!  Below are a few of my must-have items for a beach vacation.  Please notice my Nook is included... any reading recommendations are greatly appreciated!

Beach-Bound! by styletherapytx featuring twist jewelry

Head-scarf vs hat?

Found some photos from the past few beach vacations.  The verdict is in... I do NOT have good beach hair.  I love playing around in the water, and my super-straight (and limp) locks do not dry into Gisele-like beachy waves.  This year, I'm going to be prepared.  I like the traditional sun hats, but right now I'm really into the uber-chic wrapped head scarf too.  Which would you choose?