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SANDALS ROYALE RESORT BARBADOS

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If you come to Barbados, you will feel the omnipresence of Rihanna everywhere, she might not be there physically, but her spirit is all around or at least her song is playing every other song at every beach bar. It’s pure Rihanna bliss. Barbados is a real tropical island and bigger than I was expecting. I’m used to visiting Aruba and St. Barths, very petit island comparing to Barbados– charming but small. Barbados feels like a big rock, a country– I was lucky to have stayed 8 days on the island so I was really able to get to know the Island. I had the chance to drive around and discover beautiful corners like Bottom Bay, which I visited twice, one on my own and the second time I had to bring Moti so we could take pictures together. For the second part of my trip I was (super lucky) and excited to stay at Sandals, what made Barbados feel like a home away from home was the people I met there, especially the staff at Sandals Royale Resort. Staying …

ORLEBAR BROWN’s 10

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Orlebar Brown is celebrating their 10 year anniversary this year. I have been a loyal fan since the very beginning, If you have been following me since day one, then you have seen me sporting the brand on many of my Instagram posts. I must say I have more Orlebar Brown shorts in my closet than any other brand. My first pair ever is a Gray Malin collaboration. This pair alone has traveled with me all around the Caribbean. I would say that I really consider it to be a personal treasure and a family heirloom, my first born son will inherit these swim trunks. I was fortunate enough to be invited by Orlebar Brown for their celebration in Bermuda. The invitation came from the man himself, Adam Brown. After so many years admiring his work. It was truly such a thrill to meet the man person. He is a true innovator when it comes to designing swimwear for men. While in Bermuda we stayed at the Hamilton Princess, which is one of the best …

VELORUM SPRING SUMMER 17

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We shoot these beautiful pieces in Aruba, we decided to go south, to San Nicolaas, away from the sandy beaches of Noord. It is hard to tell you which one is my favorite piece from the collection but they are all unique and special. The mesh tops, the jumpsuits, the print on the shorts. This is truly a special collection that I had the privilege to shoot with my friend Isaiah. All these pieces are available online and in selected stores around the world, click here to visit Velorum’s website.

BJORN BORG SWIMWEAR

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Bjorn Borg swimwear, “designed to make you feel active and attractive”, this is how the iconic brand describes their swimwear and they’re right. The multicolor piece I’m wearing is called Dryland, these vibrant shorts really pops and that’s how I like my swimwear, to really attract attention. They’re 5 inches, so just above the new to get the legs really tanned. The print is really interesting, it is a colored desert that at first, to me, it looked like butterfly wings: I wore it this past weekend to the beach, they’re quick dryers which is one of the most important features on a great pair of swim shorts. They have a classic cut with an elastic waistband and cord to keep them in place. The design is on point, they do not look puffy at al which is another important feature. Whos likes those unflattering puffy shorts? The quality is great like every Bjorn Borg piece and the price is fantastic. They also feature pockets on each side and a dark mesh lining which is very appropriate …

OUTERWEAR | ORLEBAR BROWN

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White Setter Orlebar Brown Short, Sunglasses Orlebar Brown x Linda Farrow, long sleeve shirt with fading stripes and Orange vest by Orlebar Brown. _________________________________________________________________ I wore this outfit in New York past spring and I didn’t had the chance to photograph it properly, the America’s Cup kept me so busy. I originally didn’t pair like this, I wanted to wear it with khakis but last minute I decided to wear my old with OB Setter, which is, believe it or not, one of my favorite swim shorts ever, it’s been over 4 years I have it, it is no longer white, the mesh good ruined in the dryer but it is just one of those pieces you love so much and you refuse to give up. I need to get for sure a new pair but, you know, if you are anything like me, you’d rather invest in new pieces than repeat old ones, correct? Anyways, the t-shirt has this fading blue stripes pattern going on and I just thought it was so cool to pair with the orange …

WATCH YOUR BACK | XARIFA

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I’ve been wearing Xarifa for over 3 years now, and it is one of the top brands for luxury swimwear. I once blogged about them and called these shorts “the most elegant swimwear” and I still stand by that affirmation. The fabric and cut of these shorts set them apart, even thou they have an elastic waistband these shorts will never look puffy and that’s always a concern when you are buying shorts with elastic. The model I’m wearing for this blog post is called Fatima, it has an optical print in which the eye plays a leading role, that characteristic symbol of the Middle East signifying the ability to “see through different eyes” on a voyage of discovery to unexplored worlds and realities… in my book, this evil eye print keeps you protected at the beach… from sharks and bad tan perhaps? *wink* Here a more detailed description: Superleggero®  Polyester shell Elastic waistband Comfortable mesh net lining Adjustable cotton drawstring Button fastening and fold-in back pocket Nickel free Italian hardware Care: Gentle cycle machine wash [30°C …

ONE OF A KIND | ORLEBAR BROWN

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So… you know how much I like flamingos, right? and How much I like Orlebar Brown… My favorite short is a collaboration they did with my friend Gray Malin a few years ago, I treasure that short and wear it as much as I can. Now with Orlebar Brown‘s new service you can design your own swim shorts, with the image you want, the size and length you prefer. You can use a beach photo, it could also be a sketch, a pattern, a family memory photo or a beautiful landscape. You have endless options. One day visiting Renaissance Island, I came really early, the flamingos were sleeping on the floor, it was the first time I see them sleeping, I quietly got close to them and snap a few pictures of them sleeping, one of them, a female suddenly open the eye and I got this amazing picture I shared in the past on my Instagram. Now this beautiful unique picture became a short, a unique short. I am very proud of it, you …

SUMMER SHORTS | Boardies

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Swim shorts by Boardies Apparel, sunglasses by Le Specs and Albert Kerbs. Location: Renaissance Island. Photographer: Isaiah Stomp. ____________________________________________________________ So… Boardies, these are really short shorts, they do have longer versions, but the ones I’m sporting here are really short. You know me, I love short shorts, they’re more fun. All their designs are cool, there’s no dull short. The “Living The Dream” short I’m sporting (yellow ith black lettering) has to be my favorite from them. They quick dry which is always important for me, they’re affordable, the price range goes from 45 to 50 British pounds. They have short shorts, mid-length and a longer version and too many prints, you have to visit their page. Why should you buy a pair? Because of their designs, their patterns, colors, they’re fun and whimsical, to me, that’s how a short should be… and they photograph beautifully.

Trunks SURF + SWIM

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SWAMI SHORT The Swami is a Hybrid Trunk: Part Board Short with its fixed Front and exposed draw cord, and part traditional swim short. SAN-O SHORT The San O is our most traditional style – modeled after the shorter length, elasticized short first introduced in the 1970s All shorts by Trunks, swim and Surf co. Watch by Daniel Wellington, bracelets by Irdia, the golden Swan by FunBoy, sunglasses by Louis Vuitton and Le Specs, towel by Gray Malin. Beach bag by Vilebrequin. _________________________________________________________________ From South Beach to Venice, the Emerald Coast to the Outer Banks a pair of Trunks are the swim shorts for you. No frills, no filigree, just quick-drying comfort—offering no distraction from the important things: the break of the waves and the beat of the sun. With a focus on quality, classic designs and a small number of carefully chosen prints and colors, Trunks keeps things simple without losing an eye for style. What is the coolest thing about these Trunks, Swim and Surfs Co shorts? They’re quality shorts, they’re not expensive and …

SWIMWEAR SEASON2016 | Sauvage

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Sauvage Swimwear is an american brand with many years of experience in swimwear for women, not long ago they started a men’s line and I’ve been lucky to wear them and review them. For this new swimwear season they asked me to try some new models, these are my favorites: Super Blue Stripe Retro Swimmer Retro Lycra Swimmer – this striped material has a soft dotted texture and features shades of blue and white.  White band and lace up, with a mesh liner.  Classic Sauvage slim-fit Riviera Square Cut “Fabulous solid Squarecut with boardshort-inspired details are sure to turn heads at the beach. The Riviera Swim Short is a tight fitting swim short. White tie in front, band, and sidestripes on both sides. 3″ Inseam 8” Length Sauvage Swimwear Sauvage have many, many options for this Spring and Summer, make sure you visit their website to see and purchase your favorite. I leave you here with two new models that will be available this summer.  

PRINCE & BOND GIVEAWAY

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This week i partnered with Prince&Bond to gift a pair of shorts to a lucky follower.  It is very easy to participate, you have to follow @princeandbond on instagram, follow me and leave a comment on the pictures participating with the hashtag #PrinceAndBond. It could be anything, a funny comment, just a quick hello, also it could be just the hashtag… it’s up to you, but is important you follow both accounts in order to win. Winner will be selected at random by Prince and Bond and will be announced next sunday October 23rd, 2015. Let me tell you a little bit about Prince and Bond; they’re based in New York and they’re a young brand with an excellent product. Their first collection consist in 5 different models, all colorful, all 7″ long, chino cut, water-repellent fabric, zipper and button with elastic adjustable side tabs just in case you finally lost those extra pounds… haha. 100% nylon. In this opportunity we are giving away the “marina Photographic” print short. Photographic prints have been trending for quite a …

MY CHANCHAN AT THE RENAISSANCE ISLAND

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Swimshorts by Chan Chan, Claico Vent in Navy Panama Hat by Artesano, watch by Jolli, sunglasses by Alfred Kerbs, lokai bracelet. _______________________________________________________________ I think I have a thing for ropes… anyways, a new day a new swim-short, this pair is a color blocking model by Chanchan which is a funny name, it means buttocks in Papiamento… But in a cute way. These shorts are very comfortable, bro like… affordable. This indigo Panama hat by Artesano jumped at me when I was pairing this outfit and I think it looks so good. I like the gray, magenta and Indigo…. The watch also pops, this is a very colorful outfit yet is not a crazy one. I think this is one of my favorite outfits this summer… and it happened in a rush, I wasn’t planning to do it. The background is the beautiful Renaissance Island, yes… that’s the island with the flamingos, you have to stay at The Renaissance Aruba Hotel and Casino in order to access to the island. Let me know if you like this outfit. I …

Vilebrequin’s Starlet shorts

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I could write about the specs of a swim trunk or instead, I could tell you how great they are in simple words.  First of all, they are a little shorter than the usual classic Moorea, it’s a modern twist that is on-trend right now and looks good and sexy and even thou The Master, that’s how these shorts are called, has been since 1996, these kind of short shorts have become more popular in the past 5 years.  Everyday, men are exploring new territories in fashion and these short shorts are the best example. I mean, if you have great legs why not show them off a little? It is always great to have variety in your closet, if you already have a Moorea, this pair would be a great addition to your collection. They feature really masculine colors and a nautical theme pattern. From the new collection these are my favorites, the girl working in the Vilebrequin store at the Renaissance Mall in Aruba showed them to me the minute I told her I was looking for new shorts. I guess everybody …

SUMMER ALL YEAR LONG

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Vilebrequin, the most iconic swimwear brand to date, was created in 1971 in Saint Tropez by Fred Prysquel. The name Vilebrequin, which means “crankshaft”, gets its name from the creator’s passion for cars.The pronunciation is a bit tricky if you don’t know a little french, it goes something like: Vil-bre-ken. Back in the 70s the swim briefs were the popular style, Fred Prysquel revolutionized the swimwear fashion designing colorful shorts made out of spinnaker canvas and a cut inspired by surfer’s trunks. It quickly became popular on the beaches of Saint Tropez and from there to the world. With three collections a year; Spring – Summer, High-Summer – Autumn, over 100 colors, patterns and prints to choose from. It is clear why Vilebrequin is on top of the game in luxury swimwear. In the beautiful Caribbean, we enjoy the easy summer weather permanently and swim-shorts are like a second skin to me. This week I’m proud to partner with Vilebrequin and show you my favorite pieces from the new collection and enjoy together this “Summer All year Long” in the Caribbean Sea. …

Arthur Ios by Bluemint

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Here we have the Arthur IOS by Bluemint, a current take on a traditional paisley with soft lines and delicate colors. Paisley is been on trend for a couple of years now. I love the pink because when you are really tanned, after a few days at the beach, this shorts pop and they look amazing when you have a nice color in your skin, if you are dark skinned then this are perfect for you no matter what. Arthur is their signature swim short, defined by a relaxed construction and its special soft touch. With all its hip patterns, Arthur hangs around with you from the beach until the sunset lounge. – Mid length short – Regular fit – Elastic waist band – Side and back pockets – Quick drying and peach touch fabric – Bespoke Italian fabrics – Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL You can by this shorts clicking here!  Remember to like my facebook page! 

Haze & Velorum, a perfect look!

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Soo… Check out this sunglasses! Haze Collection 2015, the golden mirror is just perfect for the beach, the shape, this outlined look, how light they are… this was love at first sight since I browsed their new 2015 collection. You can do it here. They’re called Fuze and they deserve a fuss… cause they’re really soemthing. They stand out from all the new collections I have seen. A must have this summer if you ask the king. Get them 205 off with the promo code “bendek”. Now the shorts I’m wearing here today are the new summer collection from Velorum, all the way from Dubai to the beautiful island of Aruba. Velorum shorts have a distinctive shape, very comfortable, they come with pockets, they’re a great product; fabric dries fast, they have a waist cord to adjust and tighten. Now, did you see the print? This cool one eyed sun and popsicle? How cool and different and weird but weird good, you know? I just love the print so much, so summerish, so fresh and now …

The ARTHUR BLUE CAMO by BLUEMINT

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Kids, summer is around the corner, you need to gear up with new swimwear for the most active and fun season of the year! Soo, this year, choosing from the big selection Bluemint has to offer I picked the Arthur Blue Camo. Why? Camo’s been in trend for a while now and this color variation in blue is brilliant. It’s a fun and modern print, keeping it masculine with a classic cut. (Not too long, not too short). This is a great choice and they look amazing in pictures and if you know me a little, you know I love that! DETAILS Arthur is their signature swim short, defined by a relaxed construction and its special soft touch. The Arthur hangs around with you from the beach until the sunset lounge. – Mid length short – Regular fit – Elastic waist band – Side and back pockets – Quick drying and peach touch fabric – Bespoke Italian fabrics – Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL To accesorice this look I’m wearing BLUEMINT’s Blithe Aviator sunglasses. Made in Italy, these sunglasses are a …