Coastal Couture: I Want – and Need – Tara Grinna for Sure
ARE YOU THERE YET?
I have reached the stage in life where I needed to upgrade my wardrobe from cut-offs to couture. You could say that I am a consummate shopper. It’s a gift and a curse, but I do know my stuff. I’m that friend that you call on when you need to know where to get what you want. You want high-end style and quality at a reasonable price. And you do not want to see 3 other women wearing the same swimsuit either. Relax. I’ve got you. For coastal couture, there’s only one name you need to know: Tara Grinna.
Spring Fashion Vibes: Casual and Classic On the Coast
I don’t know about you, but I am definitely ready to pack away my warm and cozy layers from winter. The temperatures are beginning to rise, and flowers are starting to bloom. This tells me that it’s time to revamp my wardrobe and embrace the new spring fashion vibes for this year.
Cannes, France – A Spectacular Beachside Affair for Bastille Day
Arriving into France on Bastille Day or “le Quatorze Juillet” – was perfect timing for us to celebrate with the locals in Cannes. Each year on July 1, the glamorous city on the French Rivera transforms into a vibrant hub of celebration as it commemorates “le fête nationale” (National Day). This day, one of the most important national holidays in France, marks the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789, which led to the French Revolution and the establishment of the modern French nation.
Call of the Ocean – Vacation Time
Sometimes I just NEED the beach.
Seeing the coast relaxes my mind and heals my soul. There’s just something about it – something calming about the ocean.
In our area, most people we know go to the same beach – Destin, Orange, Rosemary – somewhere around the corridor of 30A. Many of our friends are drawn back to the same place year after year – and it becomes a tradition and a way to connect with extended family and friends.
I grew up going to those same beaches, in the summers and around Easter. We enjoyed it and made cherished memories with our family. As a college student, we visited Florida beaches and had a great time with friends.
Top 10 Coastal Books for Summer: Great Beach Reads
There’s just something about a good summer read… Whether you are camped out on the beach or lying next to a kiddie pool in your own backyard, a book just feels like vacation. We think the best “beach books” have the power to transport you to idyllic coastal towns, enchanting islands, or even far away lands.
We’ve been busy trying to find the best books for summer, and we hope you like our list, which includes a variety of genres and unique locations. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore new authors and discover some hidden gems along the way. We hope the characters in the books below become your friends as you are immersed in the wonderful stories.