August 3rd, 2007
Sun drenched: Bask in confidence wearing these form-flattering beach styles
Summer Breeze
Let your golden summer skin glow, through open-weave coverups. Zu Swimwear swim cami, $68. FAL mesh pants, $155. Malatesta thongs, $62. Agatha gold bracelets, $96. Opposite: Theory mesh top, $95. Vix bikini bottoms with wooden beads, $54. Agatha gold hoops, $48. Beauty note Open-weave and mesh tops are sexy, but they don’t block the sun — you still need to apply a sunscreen when wearing them, Try the new, nongreasy Bain de Soleil Oil-Free Protecteur Lotion Spray SPF 25, with vitamin E, aloe and chamomile, $10.
On location Four Seasons Punta Mita, the setting of these photos, is a 1,000-acre resort on the Mexican Riviera near Puerto Vallarta. Guests can snorkel, surf, sea kayak and ride horseback at the private beach, and work out in The Apuane Spa’s state-of-the-art fitness center, staffed with personal trainers and nutrition consultants. Jungle hikes, jeep tours, several swimming pools, tennis courts, an 18-hole golf course and an open-air spa-cuisine restaurant are also available. Cost of lodging in one of the 113 oceanfront casitas starts at $390 per night, double occupancy (summer): $590 (peak winter rates). Call (800) 332-3442 or go to FSHR.com.
Golden Girl
Subtle details are all you need to express your style - try a tie-side or belted bikini. Learte by Lisa Cabrinha faux-suede bikini with braided leather ties, $125. Roxanne Assoutin for Lee Angel sun necklace, $35. Agatha gold hoops, $48. Opposite: FAL suded mesh top, $80. BCBG Max Azria floral swimsuit bottom (sold with top). $92. Beauty note A hint of color is all you need to give skin a golden glow. Get it safely with self-tanners like Bobbi Brown’s new Sunless Tanning Gel for Face and Body, $28. Elements of Elegance
A not-so-brief swimsuit or a tank and sheer capripants are a sophisticated way to go bare. Calvin Klein Swimwear matte Tactel swimsuit, $92. Opposite: Tsesay cotton tank, $185, and sheer stretch-linen and viscose cargo capris, $245 Gap braided leather belt $35 Beauty note Prevent heat, humidify or water from melting your look by using water proofing products like Clarins Fix Mascara, a clear sealant gel for your favorite mascara, $17 See Buyer’s Guide page 208, for retail information.
FIVETAWEAR
Dress for fun and it will sure follow. Miguelina washedlinen top with lace trim, $145. Miu Miu skirt, $310. Opposite: To the Max! cotton poplin halter, $36. Theory stretch-cotton shorts, $135. Stephane Kelian sandals, $365. Kristine Moore earrings. Nikii B. stretch breacelet, $390. Beauty note Put some salsa in your step with an energizing body lotion like Liz Claiborne’s mango-infused Mambo, $30. It’s rich in Amazonia-nut oil, which helps keep summer skin soft.