NextStopCoconut is a website created to inspire your next Caribbean Getaway. Recently they approached me for an interview to get some insights of Aruba that you won’t find on any blog or travel agency and also to get to know me on a more personal level. To read the full interview just click on the image below!
Soo.. I have a new giveaway running on my instagram. The people from The Style Chamber and Velorum team up with me to give a lucky follower one of these 4 fantastic designs by the talented designer Suhail Matar, head of Velorum Design and Tailoring. How to participate is so simple… just visit www.instagram.com/christianbendek look for any of this pictures, follow the instructions in the caption and voila! You will be participating! Winner will be announced on The Style Chambe’s Instagram Account next Sunday May 24th, 2015. Good Luck kids!
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 …
A towel is a beach essential, you can use it for drying off after enjoying yourself in the water, or t lie on on the sand. Beach Towels can be useful while changing clothes at the beach, and for wiping sand from your body when you are ready to go back to the hotel or home. To do all that you need a big, durable and reliable towel. Meet Vilebrequin‘s Sieste Towel, it’s a big, soft and absorbent. Those three basic attributes are the most important in a beach towel, whereas the Sieste is much more than that; Sieste comes with a pocket where you can place an inflatable cushion that comes with the towel, you can take a nice siesta and relax comfortably anywhere you go. You can also fold the towel and place it inside this pocket, close it and carry the towel easily inside your beach bag, it is so practical and saves you a lot of space, you alsocan use it as a pillow, I mean, this towel is so functional, it’s the best beach towel you can buy, you’ll thank me for this suggestion, …
At the beach, time is different. Time doesn’t move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the moment, plan by the tides and follow the sun. Vilebrequin women’s is a colorful and stylish collection of bikinis, board shorts, resort wear and accessories with Vilebrequin’s modern luxury aesthetic. What I found interesting and practical is that they sell the pieces separately, so you can choose a top from a size and then the bottom in the size that fits you best. How cool is that? Fabiola is wearing in the picture the Gingham seersucker top and the Gingham seersuck bottom. it’s a beautiful and very feminine bikini that is also comfortable and classic looking, to me it kinda has this pin-up kind of look that makes it so cool and timeless. Vilebrequin has many beautiful, fun and glamorous options for women, click here to browse their entire online catalogue and be the Caribbean Queen wherever you go!
Resort wear is a year-round fashion season, and Vilebrequin has the perfect options in their ready-to-wear collections. From Saint Tropez to Aruba, Martinique and Thailand, to the Costa Brava in Spain, St. Barths and all the Caribbean Islands, resort wear popularity is growing quickly. It’s a style that signifies luxury, relaxation, and appreciation of nature, travel and holidays. I see this year-round fashion daily in the Caribbean from tourists all around the world. Americans, Europeans, South Americans, etc., once it starts getting cold on their side of the world they all go on vacay looking for the warmth of the Caribbean. From Swim-shorts, polos and linen shirts, to light tops and dresses for women, cruise wear is exclusive in its function and construction design. I chose from Vilebrequin’s new collection two beautiful shirts, a classic terry cotton polo in royal blue and a linen short sleeved shirt in blue. The terry is a classic, with its unique fabric texture, so comfortable and dressy at the same time, perfect to go to the beach or grab cocktails at night. What I like the most about this polo shirt is how fresh it is during the …
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. …
So… what am I wearing in this beautiful sunny day? Well, I got a new pair of Velorum shorts, available at The Style Chamber, you can click here to check them out! They’re designed by Suhail Al Shukaili. The elements in the short are mixed with bright colors and pastels inspired by the Seychelles islands. They come with an elastic waistband to adapt weather you gain or lose weight, which i think is always a great feature. They have a very distinctive drawstring and they’re Made in the UAE. The iphone case is by Lecimes, a new brand that I’m supporting, you have to check them out, this watermelon one is my favorite, i think is so fresh, summery, fun… you can buy it clicking here! The suntan lotion is D”luchi, it’s 100% natural made of carrots and cinnamon, helps me keep my tan, smells so good and feels good. You just have to try it. The sunglasses and tank top have been featured in previous blog posts, so I invite you to keep browsing to learn more! Remember to like my …
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!
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 …
I made a funny interview with The Style Monkey, it was such a pleasure, if you wanna check it out just click here and learn more about me, also make sure you check her blog, it’s really good.
So, I was lucky enough to be the first man blogging about the new MOBO swimwear line for men. Dear Friend Keren brought me a pair of their zungas and they are colorful, confortable, the fit is perfect, the lining is really good inside. Teh classic floral print is always a perfect choice fo rthe beahc,a dds that pop of color against the white sand or the turquoise waters. You need to check them out as soon as tehy’re released this summer. Mobo swimweasr is a Must Have. Now, the tank top here is everything, it is Algae Miami, new brand, beautiful brand, I got a few pieces from them but THIS TANK is just too much, and the color is on point. Algae describes this tan as “A throwback to 90’s dancehall and roots rock reggae. Its versatile, great for layering, and perfect for sweltering summers”. To me thsi tank is one of those pieces ALL your friends will ask you: Where did you get it? I love it. Now, you go get it! you need it! One of …
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 …
Summer is here again kids, I know… still a few weeks ahead but you better get your hands on a pair or two of Le Specs. They’re bold, colorful, the shapes are interesting and the price is really good. They’re been featuring me on their instagram, along with Lady Gaga and Rihanna haha, how cool is that? Follow them on instagram! Tag me if you get them! The model I’m sporting is the Captain Courageous, this large wayfarer style features a strong classic silhouette, and will suit all face shapes. It’s only $69.95 My friend the flamingo is wearing the Hermosa, still not available online but they will be in no time. I’m pretty sure in a couple of days they will. Check Le Specs here! Follow them on Instagram here! Don’t forget to like my facebook page!
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Pantone Colorwear recently did a collaboration with the award-winning Italian designer Flavio Melchiorre, the result is a colorful explosion of forms and figures, quite detailed, whimsical… a showstopper for sure. I was lucky to get my hands on one of these t-shirts. Visit Pantone Colorwear to purchase this item and remember to follow me on instagram. Pictures by Ayrton Tromp
Article by Alexander Vasquez | Pictures by Angelo Trimon Go to Google, type in ‘England King’, a plethora of historic men who ruled England over time instantly appear. Now, Google ‘Caribbean King’, you’re now treated to image after image, source after source of one man, the self-made ‘king’ of the Caribbean on everything social media. I’m lucky enough to have known this man for nearly ten years, better known to me as old Christian Bendek. Nearly a decade into our friendship I have to say I was surprised at seeing 72,000 people express such an interest in aspects of his life he shares. He’s a prime example of how anything can happen now within social media, at any moment, never to be predicted or expected. Although, in a sea of grumpy cats, #IceBucketChallenge, convicts with handsome mug shots getting interest from major designers, Vine fame whores, there truly is something substantially unique about Christian. He isn’t just unique he does offer up his good looks for the internet to digest on a daily basis but it’s …
Curaçao, the big sister of Aruba and Bonaire, is an hidden gem in front of the coast of Venzuela. As part of the Kingdom of The Netherlands, Curaçao has a lot to offer. Small beautiful beaches in secluded bays, a buzzing nightlife, historical colonial architecture, watersports… a perfect island to spend your vacation. But where to stay? In one of the many hotels or resorts? No, let me tell you a secret. Why not renting a vacation home…like Villa Horizon Curaçao. This one-of-a-kind vacation villa is exclusively designed by the famous Dutch designer Des Bouvrie. The white (bring your Ray ban with you!) design villa with its sleek lines and great views has 4 bedrooms with your own bathroom and AC. If you are with friends, be the first to get the master bedroom. It has a walk in closet, a large sleeping area with an WOW island view and a large ensuite bathroom with two rain showers, two washing tables and a toilet. Brushing your teeth will not be the same anymore. The open-air …
Since I started this journey, Onia has always been a great supporter of the King with their amazing swimwear and this week we are giving you the opportunity to participate in a giveaway I’m doing with the help of Onia. The Calder 7.5″ Manning is their signature cut and style. To me, the highlights of this piece is the chino cut, so you know it fits well, it’s not baggy, which makes it a not so regular swim-short. The Liberty Art fabric is another exclusive touch, Liberty has been offering fabrics since 1875, so you know you’re sporting trunks with the highest and most exclusive materials on the market. Please visit Onia and explore in more detail about this fantastic pair of shorts we are proudly giving away to one of our lucky followers. To participate is easy, just go to my Instagram and comment with the hashtag #Onia on one of the three pictures announcing the giveaway. Follow Onia on Instagram and like their facebook page for more information and see what else this …
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