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May 21 2013

BUMBLE AND BUMBLE

I was so excited when I got a package in the mail with “Bumble and Bumble” written all over it. Inside?? All kinds of goodies my hair will thank me for.. like the new Surf Shampoo, Conditioner, and Spray. It’s especially nice now that I am leaving the islands for a while and won’t have the same beached out hair that I’m used to. It’ll be quite pleasing to my hair follicles when I am in the middle of the Arizonian desert and still feel like I just finished a fun surf session with friends. I’m really excited to try it out and see how it does with my hair! I’ll be sure to let you know.

This is also a great introductory into exploring [surf, travel, and fashion] beauty. I never was much for beauty and hair products but as I get older I am really starting to see the value in taking care of my body. Especially now that my skin and hair has really taken a toll from the sun. Bumble and Bumble is a great way to start my beauty exploration. Cannot wait to snap off the top and let my hair strands soak in all it’s goodness.

A Bumble and Bumble surf experience. [Thanks Connie and Melissa!]

May 17 2013

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Life, Travel, Waves

READY FOR SUMMER

I donʻt typically like to put up inspiration photos [thatʻs what my tumblr is supposed to be for] but I felt like it was the only way to express myself on this particular Friday. Iʻm really looking forward to the summer even though I have no idea what it will entail [minus the location and job description.] And even though I live in Hawaii and surrounded by sand, ocean, sun, and waves it is always inspiring to go through photos that evoke the inner summer in me.

Iʻm ready for summer.

Photos from: tumblr

Tagged inspiration, summer, tumblr

May 16 2013

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Fashion, Travel, Waves

THE SINGLE FIN PROJECT

My girls Brooklyn and Cassandra from Roam Hawaii are at it again and just came out with a rad little project.. Single Fin. This little brain child will be a limited collection offering unique, one-of-a-kind, vintage inspired bikini tops, t-shirts, and other hand-embellished [and refurbished] fashion goods.

Fashion goods aside.. I absolutely love the way they laid out their campaign. Cute little polaroids, hand-picked outfits, and a plethora of island goodness. I cannot help but be a little proud for these girls. After all, they are my girls. I love seeing my fellow sisters doing rad things and creating a little niche for themselves. Itʻs pretty humbling to be surrounded by people with amazing talent and creativity.

Get it while itʻs available and fall in love with the surfing lifestyle all over again at the SHOP.

The Single Fin Project. Be apart of it!

Tagged brooklyn hawaii, cassandra rull, fashion, roam hawaii, single fin, travel, waves

May 16 2013

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Travel, Waves

THAT SPECIAL PLACE

Iʻve talked about this place before. Itʻs one of those places that surpasses any exotic location I have ever traveled to. Itʻs one of those only places I will wake up before the sun for. Itʻs one of those places I will probably have my ashes spread after I die. Itʻs one of those special places. Waipiʻo Valley.

On this particular Sunday morning the sky was overcast and the river was running hard. My friend and I may have made a couple attempts to cross it and failed terribly. Rightfully so. It is probably the most swollen Iʻve seen it. A bit embarrassing but thankfully neither of us drown. Regardless if it is raining or the sun is shining bright.. it is still one of the most breathtaking places. Misty mornings, deep gouging valley, dark black sand beaches, glassy dumping waves. It is definitely a magical place. And a humbling place as well. I opted to swim out to the lineup to avoid any further blunders in the river and enjoyed getting a small pounding by the waves. It was so nice to be out in the water and watch the waves roll through [without any attempt at catching it or getting caught on the inside with a board.] Just as is. Just being. It was the best way to end my Hilo hiatus.

I was in that special place.

Tagged big island, hawaii, travel, waipiʻo valley, waves

May 14 2013

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Life, Travel

SUNSET SESSIONS

Just going through the last of my Hilo hiatus photos from this past weekend. Super stoked that we got to go up to the Mauna Kea summit for sunset. Itʻs one of those treks I always wanted to go on but never found the time over the last couple years. It was exceptionally challenging going up without a 4-wheel drive. But my truck made it like a champ even if it only used 2-wheel drive and could have slipped off the side of the mountain.

There is something magical about that mountain. Or maybe itʻs just the lack of oxygen and 20 degree temperature. I think its both. I cannot remember the last time I went up [to the highest point in the world from sea-level] to watch the sunset. You would not believe the range of colors to be seen as the sun goes down. Red mountains, crisp white clouds, and the bluest of blue skies that fade into the most vibrant orange sun. The sun practically melts into the sky and slowly takes over the stark landscape. And the night sky. If only I could have taken a proper photo and captured the stars. Itʻs unreal. It was a great way to end the weekend.. spending time with friends and enjoying the last of my lazy days on the Big Island.

Enjoying sunset session with friends.

Tagged hawaii, life, mauna kea, sunset, travel

May 13 2013

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Fashion

OUT OF AFRICA

(Marie Claire Netherlands, Photographed by: Hans Van Brakel, Model: Sophie Vlaming, Stylist: Simone Dernee, Hair/Makeup: Judith Neyens)

Iʻm always inspired by fashion editorials that incorporate travel and some sense of adventure. I am especially drawn to those that imply safari adventures. Which makes me realize that Africa may be a travel destination I should explore more seriously.

But besides its assumed wanderlust I love how this Marie Claire Netherlands editorial was styled. Headbands, boots, khaki, and animal print. Right up my alley. I am really digging the layering and one-pieces too. From a graphic perspective I am really digging the way it was laid out. Animal spottings and travel clippings?? Yes and yes. Such a perfect combination of travel and fashion.

Out of Africa and in with style.

Photos from: here

Tagged editorial, fashion, hans van brakel, judith neyens, marie claire netherlands, out of africa, simone dernee, sophie vlaming

May 08 2013

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Fashion

ON THE ROAD AGAIN

(Overalls: Zara, Tee: T by Alexander Wang, Clutch: Marie Turnor, Earring: Gabriela Artigas, Ring: Gabriela Artigas, Bottoms: Unknown via Tumblr, Sandals: Isabel Marant)

Since I’ve been in Hilo and feeling the weight of being fashion-less.. I have been doing a lot of online window shopping for summer. Shopping carts have been thoroughly built and internet windows will remain opened until I muster up enough cash to make some purchases.

But I am super excited for this summer. I will be en route to Arizona and The Grand Canyon [!!!!!] in a couple weeks and then on my way to Montauk, NY! Yesssss, Montauk! I will be spending the summer working and surfing the hip atlantic ocean scene! So naturally, I need to start considering my style options. I have been pining over the overall trend for quite some time. Let me tell you. And it took me a long time to find a pair that I liked [and in my price range.] They have been found. Of course I chose to match it with a pair of Isabel Marant stilettos that are completely out of my price range. But a girl can dream. I have also realized more recently that I am white t-shirt kind of girl. There is something about a good fitting basic white tee. Sometimes I look in my closet and realize that’s a majority of what I own. I guess I just really know my style or I am turning into some sort of “superman” fashion victim [a closest full of the same outfit]?? Oh well. I have also been obsessing over the Valley Eyewear DB’s in Matte ever since I saw them in Australia. I think I need them. Match it all with a cute little picnic clutch, a pair of high-waisted bikini bottoms, and minimal jewelry.. good to go. I would wear this outfit everyday of summer. If I could.

I am also in the process of re-reading On the Road by Jack Kerouac. I thought it would be appropriate as I will be doing a bit of road tripping in Arizona and scaling across the country to New York. It’ll be the perfect summer read.

On the road again!

Tagged fashion, gabriela artigas, isabel marant adele stilettos, jack kerouac, marie turnor, on the road, t by alexander wang, zara

May 07 2013

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Waves

EVENING SESSIONS

Been spending a lot of time in the ocean on a log.. sometimes even some two-a-days. And I’m especially enjoying those glassy evening sessions with friends. Tonight we pretty much had the break to ourselves. It doesn’t get much better than that.

I grew up surfing Honoli’i but my body must have forgotten how cold it can get. I have been pretty cold in the evenings. I’m such a sorry excuse for a girl who grew up learning and surfing there. I could easily wear a full-suit out there now. No problem. Haha. I’m kidding. But man, when that river surges.. it has a chilly bite.

But after a couple sessions of numb fingers and chattering teeth.. I’ll get over it. It’s always worth it either way. Those glassy little insiders are calling out to me.

Until the next evening sessions.

Photos: me

Tagged hawaii, honolii, logging, longboarding, surfing, waves

May 06 2013

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Life, Waves

LAZY SATURDAYS

Life has been pretty lazy over the last couple weeks. I am on the Big Island escaping from reality and trying to do as little as possible. And find it pretty guilt-free because it is somewhat of a transitional period for me. In a couple of weeks I will be on the other side of the country spending my summer outside of the pacific ocean!! And hopefully spending a lot of time in the Atlantic. Temperature willing. Super excited about it actually. But whew.. more on that later.

So a couple of friends and I decided to drive to the other side of the island for some snorkeling and lounging at one of our favorite beaches.. 69′s. But don’t let the name fool you. It is actually named after the mile marker it falls on.. not that other 69. Whatever that means.

We even made a couple of stops off in Waimea.. including the farmers market, thrift store, and “Puppies for Sale.” Which really made me think long and hard about potentially living in that area. It is so beautiful. Misty green hills, quaint plantation homes, and that good ol’ ranching vibe. The Big Island is such a unique, diverse place. It’s pretty incredible. They’re not lying when they called this island big. You could easily choose to be between white sand beaches, rolling green hills and horse covered pastures, long stretches of lava, active flowing rivers of molten lava, snowy mountain tops, dramatic valleys, sweeping waterfalls, black sand beaches, rain forests, and dry desolate deserts. All in one day [if you tried really hard]. It’s hard to beat and the perfect place to be on hiatus.

Just another lazy saturday on the Big Island.

Tagged beach, beach 69, big island, life, ocean, waves

May 03 2013

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Fashion

GYPSY DREAMS

I don’t usually like to coin the word “gypsy” but I felt like it was the only way to appropriately describe Camilla Franks’ line of Caftans, Kimonos and other amazingly oversized threads. And her newest collection is appropriately named Gypset. Of course. I would happily own every single one and wear them until the day I die. Such great statement pieces. And I’m not going to lie.. I am even considering a try at that lipstick trick. Why not?

Coming from a theatre background, Camilla is able to create these amazing theatrical experiences for fashion shows in exotic places nonetheless. I would love to be apart of one of those. Can you imagine?! Maldives, Greece? Avatar themed production? It is always refreshing to have a different perspective in the fashion industry. I absolutely love her focus on vibrant, unique prints. Forget all the production dramatics.. the prints alone are its own visual and sensory experience!

I’m in a gypsy dream.

Photos from: here

Tagged camilla franks, fashion, gypset