
Summer Classics
Wow. Can you believe it that it is almost the end of November??? Where did this month go? I am seriously trying to prolong this month so that I don’t turn 25, but whom am I kidding? That is impossible to do so because time will never wait for us. Talking about November, where are you guys from and what is the weather like where you are? I live in Los Angeles, CA and I can assure you that it does not feel like November! This is coming from a girl that lived in the East Coast all her life. November is not the weather where I can spend time in a bikini on the beach. At this time of the year in the east coast, I am definitely all bundled up and inside the house watching holiday movies, and drinking hot chocolate because it may be about 31 degrees out and snowing at some point.
However, I do not miss the cold weather and would not trade it for anything except for two days out of the year, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Being in California, it doesn’t feel like the holiday is right around the corner. Such an odd feeling and I don’t think I will ever get use to it. With that being said, I hope you all enjoy the holidays with your loved ones. I will too do the same, but in the meantime, I am definitely going to take advantage of the nice weather and head off to the beach to maintain my sun-kissed skin!
How do you guys feel about polda dots bikini? I got this red polka dots bikini from Adore Me and I love it so much! I have always wanted a vintage/retro bikini because growing up; I remember my mom would always wear bikinis with similar cuts like this. I would always want to wear her bikinis but I was too small to fit them. But I think after seeing my mom in such cute bathing suits, my love for these styles begins.
Some call this style the Hollywood style because I know we’ve all seen Marilyn, Audrey, Grace, or Elizabeth wearing them. Can’t blame them for wearing it because they look stunning in the suits! Whenever I come across one, I feel like I am back in the 50’s! I love the high-waist bottom and the heart shape top. Not only that they come in cute patterns, cuts, and colors, they are very flattering for just about any body types!
If you think about it, styles do come back after a while. To me, I have never considered this style out of style because the retro and vintage look of these bathing suits was the beginning of all bathing suits in my opinion. They are so flattering and elegant! It also made me realized that bathing suits have changed so much throughout the years. In my opinion, it became more revealing! I am not saying that it is bad that our generation of bikinis is more revealing than the ones back in the days. They are all flattering and unique in their own way. But it is always nice to bring back the vintage style at the beach.
Another thing why I love this style is because I used to watch Gossip Girl. If you do, then we should be bestfriends because I have seen the whole entire series six times. If you have not, we should still be bestfriends and watch this show together! So the character Blair Waldorf, she is very strong will, sassy, funny, and loving character. Her mom is a fashion designer and has her own line. I cannot tell you how much I love this show and it isn’t just because there was lots of drama and revenge. It was because I love the fashion that each character portrait especially Blair’s style. Her style is classy, colorful and vintage. I will never forget that bathing suit she wore when they went to the Hamilton for the summer. It was a white one piece, with yellow sunflowers and green leaves on them. In case you are wondering who designed the suit, it is from Salvatore Ferragamo’s brand.
I have always had a thing for vintage clothing! I love that the style is classy and elegant. Who doesn’t?
There are so many different styles back in the days such as the necklines, the cuts and the patterns on these suits. Some are even one piece, which we call it the body suits now. Some of us even wear it out with a pair of jeans, shorts, or a skirt over it! Do you guys have a favorite style of bathing suits that you like? A particular pattern that you adore?
So with this post, I want you guys to go back in time with me to shop these retro and vintage suits! Here area few that I absolutely adore and would love to have a collection of these retro vintage swimwear! Let me know what you think below! Have a great weekend loves!
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47 Comments
Jordan Chapman
Whoever said November is too late for bikini inspo hasn’t seen this! Love this bikini and the cut is gorgeous on you!!
Jordan xx
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Yuena
The red polka dotted bikini is such a classic. I love it so much!! and you look soooo good in it!!
With love,
Yuena
http://simplyyue.wordpress.com
Lily
You are the cutest ever! Rocking that swimsuit like no other – wishing I was in that weather right now Xx
Morgan Klein
I am obsessed with your polka dot bikini!! It looks so great on you!
Kathryn
Oh my goodness you look so, so gorgeous! Loving the vintage vibes with this red polka dot bikini and your sunnies are so darling.
Xx, Kathryn
http://Www.jassamineelaine.com
Bryanna
Wish it was warm enough to wear a swimsuit haha. In love with the retro vibes in your suit! So cute.
xoxo Bryanna | Coming in Clutch
rachel
Oh loving this retro red polka dot bathing suit. It suit you so well, gorgeous picture.
xoxo, Rachel
http://www.rachelvogttrends.com
Stefanie
You look amazing Linh!! This red polka dot bikini is adorable. I love Adore Me! xoxo
Danielle
Such a cute, retro look and you pull it off so well, lady! Red is definitely your color 🙂
xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco
Sarah
Girl, your body!! I just love this Marilyn Monroe inspired bikini! I want one! So so cute babe
Miki
Cute bikini. I love the print!
Xo,
Miki
http://mikialamode.com
Laurelle
I love your sunnies and that bathing suit!!
Laurelle
http://www.bellebylaurelle.com
Marcy
Such a cute and classic swim babe. Looks fabulous in you since you have an amazing body!
Xx
Marcy
Atsuna Matsui
You look so adorable in this red polka dot print girl! It looks so classic and like one of those pin up girls from the 60’s.
xoxo
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Shaira
I like the style and design of your bikini. Still looking classy and posh at the beach! <3
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xoxo,
SHAIRA
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Sharon Wu
You look amazing Linh! As always! 🙂 I love how the bottoms are high-waisted too. Definitely gives the perfect amount of retro vibes. Hope you’re feeling better babe xo, sharon
http://www.stylelullaby.com/fashion/little-animal-print-never-hurt/
Sharon Wu
You look amazing in this bikini babe! Loving how the bottoms are high-waisted too 🙂 Definitely a nice retro feel! Hope you’re feeling better now xoxo, sharon
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Maria Garcia
I love two pieces swimsuits SO much. You look perfect !!!
Maria
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Xcapewithlinh
Thank you so much Maria!
Thomas Falkenstedt
When I think polka dots I immediately think Betty Boop and you’re like the so much hotter version of her wearing these! 🙂
And let’s not even get started on the weather. I’m from Sweden and here it’s way cold already. No snow yet, so I suppose I should be grateful for the little things in life, haha.
xoxo
Thomas
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Xcapewithlinh
aww thank you so much Thomas! Betty Boop is super cute! It is starting to get cold in LA now but I think it wouldn’t last long! It is always on and off here!
Yasmin
Love this retro style on you! All your pics are amazing. I think Blair Waldorf would be too jealous of how good you look in this suit haha.
xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thank you so much Yasmin! I would kill be have Blair’s wardrobe!
Jo
You look so gorgeous! This is totally my kind of beachwear. I love your retro bathing suit. Your hair and your sunglasses match the ’50s vibe perfectly.
xo, Jo
http://www.cutandchic.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thank so much Jo! I love the ’50s vibe so I was so happy how this look all came together! Such a great style of swimsuits back then!
Camille Nichelini
That’s my favorite style swimsuit too! I find them so fashionable and unique
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks Camille! I do love them!
Christine Kong
This is such a cute and vintage bikini. I love the high waisted bottoms and the red and white polka dots. So perfect for the beach and those sunnies definitely are great with the whole retro look. Totally GG worthy! xoxo, Christine
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Xcapewithlinh
Thanks Christine! I really do love the retro look! It looks so great on everyone!
Bernice
Love the two piece swimsuit! The red polka dots reminds me of The Notebook. I also loved Gossip Girl and how assertive and glamorous Blair was!
Xcapewithlinh
Thank you! Yes! totally reminds me of The Notebook too! and always GG! Their style is amazing!
Jo
You really got me miss summer even more. Summer is definitely my favorite season of the year. Summer vacation on the beach wearing beautiful suit like this set couldn’t be any better! You are such a gorgeous girl! I also love Adore Me!
xo,
Jo
http://www.glamfashionbook.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks so much Jo! Summer is always a great season especially with cute bathing suits.
gracie
Ok now I am really missing summer ! I can see why you love this style suit, it looks amazing on you. You are rocking the retro look !
xx, gracie
snappedbygracie.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks so much Gracie!
Deddeh Howard
You got me missing summer!! Going to get one of these for my vacation next week. You look amazing love
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks Deddeh! These bathing suits are super cute! Hope to see them on you!
Kusum
You look stunning babe and enjoy the last few days of being 24! That polka dot bikini is so pretty, wish it was summer here but Seattle is so cold and raining 🙁
xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks Kusum! I am definitely trying to enjoy the last few days of being 24! I bet Seattle is cold right now!
Samantha Mariko
In love with this retro bathing suit! reminds me of Katy Perry’s California girls 🙂
Xcapewithlinh
Thanks Samantha! Now that you mentioned it, Katy Perry’s California girls video did have this retro theme going on!
Stephanie
I’ve always been the biggest fan of retro-style suits like these. This is about as classic as it gets and it looks SO good on you (but I’m pretty sure you could wear a potato sack and still look runway-ready). Omg you made my day by mentioning Blair’s swimsuit on GG. I was totally obsessed with it too, but never knew who the designer was! Haha, now I know, so thanks for sharing that tidbit 😉
Stephanie // SheSawStyle.com
Xcapewithlinh
I can’t get enough of the retro look either! Haha you are too nice! I am sure you would look great wearing a potato sack too! and YES! Blair’s swimsuit is amazing! I wish you were here so we can watch it again! I think I might start the season again lol So glad I can share with you that detail!
Fe Samaia
You look so beautiful in this bikini love! We are so blessed to have the weather we do in LA lol. But it is hard trying to shoot winter looks when its 80 degrees out.
xoxo
Fe
Xcapewithlinh
Thank you! and yes super blessed! Although today it is kind of cold today. I know exactly what you mean when we try to do a winter shoot in this hot weather! But I will make this work!
Josie
First of all you’re a beach bomb! How perfect are these photos!!
I love polka dots bikinis and the retro feel of this one especially! Thanks for sharing your picks!
Bisous, Josie
http://www.petiteandbold.com
Xcapewithlinh
Thank you babe! You are so sweet!