Photos from Marysia Lookbook

Finding the perfect dress is one thing, but swimwear can be an entirely
different story. Summer may be winding down but the heat is here to
stay – for at least enough time to find the ever elusive swimsuit
soulmate.

I like a touch of nostalgia in almost every aspect of my life so I often find myself searching for a retro style suit right
out of Beach Blanket Bingo. Over the years, I’ve uncovered quite a few
from a vintage collector’s stash, estate sales, eBay and even in my
Nana’s dresser drawer.

Although these vintage suits may be channeling some pin-up panache a la Rita Hayworth, the material is
often a bit too thick and heavy for a sticky, Southern day at the beach accessorized with an ungodly dose of humidity.

Enter my latest obsession – Marysia Swim’s 2011 collection, which debuted recently at Miami’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week SWIM. The Charleston-based designer Marysia Reeves hits the perfect note
between feminine and femme fatale with soft, subdued colors, retro
silhouettes, and feminine detailing.

Setting the stage for a 1930’s starlet frolicking on the sands of Fiji, Marysia’s modern
material and exquisite fit marks the sign of my swimsuit soulmate. Now,
if only I could choose just one….

Luckily, we have till November to debate. The 2011 Marysia Swim Collection will
be available at Hampden Clothing in Charleston, Fleur in Raleigh, as
well as Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters. For info on more locations, visit www.marysiaswim.com.

To watch video footage from Marysia’s show at Fashion Week SWIM, click HERE.

WIN IT! * FREE WEDDING DRESS *

Photo: Maggie Sottero dress / A Boxed Event

A Boxed Event,
an Eco Chic Event & Floral design Atelier offering fine stationery,
custom lounge areas, draping & select bridal couture is
gifting a FREE WEDDING DRESS and a jewelry set to one lucky FASHION FIX
reader and bride-to-be. “Style Girl” Jess James and Shannon Dunne of James + Dunne Styling
will help the bride pick out the “one” among A Boxed Event’s designer
collection including gowns from Maggie Sottero, Casablanca, Sophia
Tolli and more, as well as a jewelry set from the Victoria Lee for
Maggie Sottero Collection.

Total Package Value: $1,650+

To win:

You must be a fan of both “style girl FASHION FIX” and “A Boxed Event” on Facebook.

2) Post a photo of you and your fiance and a brief summary on why you should win to the “style girl FASHION FIX” Facebook page.

Best love story wins! Contest starts today and ends Friday, August 27th.

Ok, it’s got to be said. Anna Paquin of HBO’s hit vampire show “True Blood“
has the best job on TV. We are talking some serious eye candy. First
Bill stole our hearts with his human-like compassion and chivalry. Then
there was bad-boy Eric and those wicked abs. And, now we’ve got the
sexy, brooding werewolf, who apparently lived in Wilmington while
filming One Tree Hill. How did I miss that?

If you’re thirsty for more, you’ll want to pick up the new issue of Rolling Stone, slated to hit newsstands TODAY! Eric, Sookie and Bill are covered in blood. And naked, of course.

September 10

Bargain Box Bop Fun-raiser

Church of the Servant

WILMINGTON

WHAT: Bargain Box of Wilmington,
located at 4213 Princess Place Drive, celebrates 10 years of sharing
with a night of fun and fashion. Come dressed in threads from your
favorite decade (and get your vintage gear at the Bargain Box, natch),
dance and sing along with DJ and Karaoke master Jerry Surprise, enjoy
light refreshments and fun for the entire family as well as a prize for
“Best Dressed,” chosen by “Style Girl” Jess James of “Fashion Fix” as judge.

WHEN: September 10 / 7-10pm

WHERE: Church of the Servant / 4925 Oriole Drive

WANNA GO?

Tickets
are $10/person or $25/family. All net proceeds provide “Gift Bargain
Bucks” to help those in need. Call 910.362.0603 for more details.

September 18

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes

WHAT:
The international men’s march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender
violence, is coming to Wilmington! Calling all boyfriends, husbands,
fathers, brothers and sons  – we need YOU to walk a mile in
downtown Wilmington – while donning a pair of high-heeled shoes!

WHEN: September 18

WHERE:
Starts at Elijah’s (2 Ann Street in Downtown Wilmington) and ends at
Elijah’s with a reception, awards, refreshments and live music.

WANNA WALK?: Contact Ashley Garner at agarner@intracoastalrealty.com today!

More details coming soon at www.walkamilewilmington.com. Need some style tips on where to wear with your heels? Style Girl’s got ya covered. Give me a holler.