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Ask Sydne: What to Wear to a Beach Chic Wedding

I’ve already covered what to wear to a black tie optional and cocktail wedding. So today’s post is all about the beach. While I was in Hawaii, I attended an ocean front wedding in Waikiki. Since I knew the ceremony and reception was at the hotel I was able to wear heels. When it’s on the sand, wedges or flats are a safer choice. You can always go for an embellished sandal for a more dressed up feel. 

Color is always welcome for beach weddings. Of course, stay away from red and white (it takes away from the bride!). But don’t be scared of a print or a little sparkle. I went with a dress my mom actually wore years ago to an event in the islands. The asymmetrical hemline toned down the sequined embellishment. If you go plain, dress it up with a colorful statement necklace or bold earrings. And if you absolutely must do black, try one with a tropical pattern—or opt for navy! It’s equally slimming but a little more beach friendly, especially when paired with boho gold jewelry. Here are some dress options that would work: 

1. Cynthia Steffe, $395 
2. Nicole Miller, $695 
3. Presley Skye, $148 
4. Donna Morgan, $198 
5. Cynthia Steffe, $375 
6. Patra, $198 
7. Kate Spade, $458 
8. Donna Morgan, $158 

Keep reading for detail shots on my beach wedding look! (more…)

Staples Series: Victoria’s Secret T-Shirt Dress Worn 3 Ways

(Beach Blue, Lahaina Luau, Waikiki Brights)

In this week’s Staples Series, I styled Victoria’s Secret’s Little Tee Dress three different ways while on vacation in Hawaii. Vote on your fave look below! 

Which T-Shirt Dress Look Do You Like Best?

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Travel: A Week in Hawaii

Hawaii Travel Diary

Hawaii Travel Diary

First stop: Mama's Fish House in Maui

First stop: Mama's Fish House in Maui

Welcome plate on the balcony at Makena Beach & Golf Resort

Welcome plate on the balcony at Makena Beach & Golf Resort

Beach read: 50 Shades Trilogy

Beach read: 50 Shades Trilogy

Neon in Maui

Neon in Maui

Strawberry desert at Nick's Fishmarket

Strawberry desert at Nick's Fishmarket

Lived in this Victoria's Secret cover-up

Lived in this Victoria's Secret cover-up

Sunsets after the rain

Sunsets after the rain

Old Lahaina Luau

Old Lahaina Luau

Playing in the rain

Playing in the rain

Daily breakfast at Makena

Daily breakfast at Makena

Michelle Jonas Travelwear caftan for sunset

Michelle Jonas Travelwear caftan for sunset

Duke statue in Waikiki

Duke statue in Waikiki

View from the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

View from the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani

Victoria's Secret maxi pool side at the Sheraton

Victoria's Secret maxi pool side at the Sheraton

Shaved ice in Waikiki

Shaved ice in Waikiki

Wedding at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel

Wedding at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel

Back to LA

Back to LA

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I’m still having Hawaii withdrawals. Before heading to Honolulu for a wedding, I went to Maui for five days with my boyfriend. It could not have been a more perfect vacation. Since many of you on Twitter had asked for recommendations on where to go, I figured I’d put together a little travel diary. For more pics, follow me on Instagram at @sydnesummer! And keep reading for hotel & restaurant links… (more…)

Lahaina Luau

Fashion Staple Used: T-Shirt Dress
I dressed up my t-shirt dress for the Old Lahaina Luau by adding a statement necklace, wedges and a new clutch I bought specifically for Hawaii (I wore it basically every night!). When we arrived, we were given leis and plenty of floral decor, which only added to my beachy look. A basic dress is the way to go when you want to add some tropical accessorizing!

The Little Tee dress c/o Victoria’s Secret, Ann Taylor necklace (similar), Ted Baker clutch, Forever 21 rhinestone ring set, Lilian wedge c/o Sole Society