Tagged: towelling

It’s Mabes babes..

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And so the yearly hunt for towelling beachwear starts..

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(Personally I now blame Sean Connery, not lycra for it’s demise.)

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But I know it’s just waiting to have it’s cool moment again.

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There is a light at the end of the tunnel..new on the block is Mabes, a British label purely obsessed with towelling shirts.

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To retro prints with an edge.

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For guys, girls and even little ones…and the prices are sensible (£35 for kids to £74 for adults).  So that’s Charlie and The Husband sorted.

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(All pictures Mabes and Pinterest)

Now I just need this dress in a white, light towelling please..

Laters, Kate x

Me & Em..

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I know I have friends for a reason! This site  – Me & Em – with it’s tantalising array of lustful towelling, was pointed out to me by the wonderful Galliana D’ovey, High Priestess of Retail Therapy..

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The navy one!..hides the stains..and a snip at £58!0c41b1e85a456588c074c39954a88cbd

The pockets are top banana..

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For those with legs like a supple silver birch, they also have retro-inspired shorts and hoody sets..

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Spoilt..

Laters, Kate x

Beach-Chic x

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As fast as lycra came in towelling went out..but surely it’s time for a resurgence?

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These gorgeous throws by Lisa Marie Fernandez are like a retro cocktail on a beautiful beach at sunset.

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A total change in tone from the normal summer lightweight cotton…

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The heavier, softer material only  adds to their natural charm and gravitas.

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This one reminiscent of Grace Kelly..just add big sunnies and a head scarf for a barefoot stroll into another life..

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Who thought towelling could be so alluring?

Laters, Kate x