Shades of Fall 2024

While this years pallet feels familiar, and continues to embrace our natural surroundings, there is a freshness to the colours you will enjoy.

"strive for balance between the more familiar and the new and exciting, embracing longevity and seasonless style,” said Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute.

 

“Functional and adaptable, they are reliable and robust, ... a strong chromatic foundation and at the same time delivering playful and energetic accents for moments of magic.”

 

Infuse red tones into this season starting with the toasty warmth of Tomato Cream, bold Scarlet Smile or the magical depth of rich Italian Plum. Each of these pairs well with denim, the neutral charcoal of Dark Gull Gray or the deeper navy of Baritone Blue.

 

Greens have moved from the bold spring shades to softer Fern and the deep teal shades of the healing quartz stone Aventurine. Both colours are easy to wear top to bottom, or mix with White Swan or Baritone Blue.

Classic Raw Umber, like the earth it's named for, ranges from soft light brown to a deep chocolate. It also balances the bolder Golden Palm and Red Orange pallet.

While very few of us can replace an entire wardrobe each season, this is the year to set aside a few black pieces and add some earthy tones that you will pull out for years to come. Don't forget to splash in a bit of fun with your wardrobe accessories too.

 
 

shades of fall: Lucite White, Fern, Adventurine, Raw Umber and Baritone Blue

shades of fall: Aventurine, Dark Gull Grey, Raw Umber, White Swan, Red Orange

Resort Style for 2024

Travel to hot destinations calls you to be bold in your fashions, both in colour and style, and pack pieces that are comfortable and easily convert into multiple outfits. Popular trends that will boost your look this year include ...

#1 Style Update for Resort and Summer 2024

Women's spring fashions embrace the elegant trouser for everyday, and the polazzo pant is our favorite update for your travel wardrobe. From semi-sheer chiffon fabrics for swimsuit coverups or a late night party, breathable krinkle fabrics for daytime, or classic linens, the styling options are endless. 

Tailor your silhouette with a bikini, crop top or off the shoulder blouse, or layer with a cami and open kimono to take you from the beach to a wine tour or evening out. The elegant flow of a looser leg style is cooler to wear, paired with tops to define your waist, polazzo pants are the ultimate dress replacement. If your soul craves a boho look, layer with a loosely flowing top or one tied at the waist. Your options are endless.

#2 Maxi Cover-ups

Continuing to be the epitome of relaxation, maxi dresses range from casual styles to formal event dresses because you can always find one that flatters your shape. Still new to resort fashion is the maxi coverup, offering simple elegance over your swimsuit from flirty open front styles to dresses that you will wear again in the summer. Fabrics range from cool cottons or linens to softly flowing chiffon or jersey that remain wrinkle free.

#3 Flirty Day Dress

Shorter summer dresses are not new, updated prints focus on florals from ditsy to bold tropicals or watercolour blends. Fresh colour combinations like sherbet and pale raspberry, soft yellow and navy, or glacier blue and pistachio will embody your relaxed spirit.
 

#4 Resort Dinner Plans

For dinner, update to fabrics with a soft sheen or solid colour like steel blue or go bold in white. If dresses aren't your favorite style try light flowing shorts with a pretty crop top. Either the dress or shorts can also double as a swimsuit coverup.

#5 Love Stripes

On a final note - this year embrace stripes. From pinstripes, to bold colour blocking or flattering stripe placement, there is a style and colour to flatter everyoe. Pastels will take you from cruise season to spring, while navy continues to play a key role in cruise and summer fashions. Happy travel season :)

The Little Things This Season 🎄

'Tis the season to say thank you to those that do the little extra bits that make your life better, or to slip a little extra into someone's Christmas Stocking. These are some of our Favorite Things .... 

Keep it Under $30 

The fresh scent of Inis comes from the Irish shore, created with nutrient-rich sea minerals to clean and moisturize your skin. Gift just a little this season.

From SPF30+ Lip Balm to pampering your hair and skin. SunBum is a naturally sourced line of sun protection skin care, full selection in the boutique for stocking stuffers, and select items online.

Gift Ideas Under $60

Gift your favorite traveler a wallet with RFID security for their personal information, or for those that explore the outdoors: soft hats and scarves, gloves or sunshades for sunny winter days. Your inside events and visits with friends deserve bamboo layers and a bit of bling to shine for the occasion.

Cozy fall and winter scarves for all their adventures.

 

Bamboo layers for relaxing days.

No one ever has too many accessories - slip them something fabulous.

Inspiration for His and Hers

Sometimes you need a little help finding the perfect gift for the opposite sex, we have great ideas ...

From a lazy morning coffee to an outdoor adventure.

Pamper her with lace and perfume.

and for those you want to spoil ...

Decadent fabrics wrap your favorite people in little hugs with Mangolian Cashmere toques and scarves, light merino wool for someone who's always cold, or elegant leather gloves that don't slip when she's driving. When you want a more personal idea for the love of your life, we can help you find the perfect gift. 

 

 

Our Favourite Fall Sweaters

 This year offers a rich fall colour pallet, and nothing is better than a cozy sweater as the temperatures drop. Drop into Sand'n'Sea on Dundas St. W. early for the best selection, these won't be available on our website (sorry, they go too quickly).

From bold Molten Lava through soft Peach Caramel, this year's cardigans come in light fabrics for indoors, or heavier knits to layer for your outdoor adventures. Chicory Coffee provides a rich brown background for a fun print.

Our fabulous Dog-Walker (Blueberry) once again comes in one size that fits most, and three colours that easily layer under a puff vest for cooler mornings. Lichen Blue or deep violet pair elegantly with grey or black, but also work with your favourite jeans.

Classic neutrals don't need to be boring, try updating your look with bell sleeves or mohair inspired softness. Take your love of sweaters longer, and add a sweater dress to your wardrobe this fall. Nothing is softer or more comfortable on long work days, wear with bare legs and boots early in the season, add warm tights when the temperatures drop.

No matter which style of sweater you love, get some bold colours or patterns this fall, smile and conquer your world.

Finding your Perfect Shorts for 2023

 This summer trend embraces shorts for their flexible styles, from denim jorts to bold prints or classic skorts - there is a style that will flatter your shape. Update, jorts are jean shorts, from the raw hem mini short to tailored bermuda length they signal the start of summer.

For an easy cover-up over your skimpy bikini, or a casual look for the weekend, you can't go wrong with short-shorts. Easily paired with your favorite crop tee or oversize boyfriend shirt, you're weekend style will be off to a great start. These are a favorite for apple shape women, if you're closer to a pear shape, look for longer legs in a tailored bermuda style. Any of them will look great with a cozy sweatshirt at the evening campfire too.

When you love the look of a romper, but it doesn't just fit right, matching shorts and top will create the look while letting you get a custom fit. This is especially flattering for a pear shape woman, If you are an athletic shape pair a paperbag waist in a bold print with a halter or spagetti strap top to create the illusion of curves. Either way a bold print short will also continue to look great through several days of travel.

For a casual Friday business look, try a linen short or trouser style short paired with a blouse and blazer or soft summer knit. The looser leg will flatter every body shape, just shop for a flattering length.

Visit Sand'n'Sea Boutique to try on these summer trends, and discover the style that flatters you, you'll leave with a summer necessity that will pair with a lot of pieces already in your closet.

5 Essential Bra Styles!

For most of us, bras not only help to prevent sagging as we age, they also prevent various neck and back problems, especially if you have bigger breasts. 

We enjoy different fashions and activities, and need different styles of bras to provide a better fit which plays a key role in enhancing the look of your tops, shirts, and dresses. The right bra will make your older clothes hang better, let you appear like you've lost weight, and boost your confidence.

These essential styles will round out your wardrobe.

1. a nude ... a bra that matches your skin tone — from delicate lace, smooth fabric, or full-coverage cups, and the straps will almost disappear too. If you love lighwieght t-shirts, cups molded out of thin foam which eliminate nipple show-through, come in styles from light spacer fabric to memory foam. 

2. a black bra ... an absolute staple - this colour works under anything dark and and saves your nude bra from getting discoloured. Coverage varies from balconette to full cup, and fabric options start with lace, to half lined or fully lined. For others a black t-shirt bra is first on the list.

3. a relaxation bra ... if you’re hanging around the house, traveling, or running errands, find a comfy bra to lend just enough support on easy days. Think wire-free styles in super-soft fabrics, bralette styles, and tank-top cuts. For larger busted women, this bra style is also recommended as a sleep bra for better muscle health.

4. simply beautiful ... a pieced bra will always be the most supportive bra in your collection. Delicate lace and flat seams are perfectly placed to lift and support "the girls" creating a shape that balances you. Want to look like you just lost 10 lbs? switch from a minimizer that compresses breast tissue to a lace bra, and know that even under a sweatshirt you are looking beautiful.

5. a sport bra ... even when you don't participate in in high impact sports, your yoga class, backyard gardening or riding lesson requires extra support. Breasts are supported by the non-elastic Cooper's ligaments - sport bras stop unwanted bounce which breaks these ligaments down and causes permanent sagging. 

Whether you're an A or a K, they're non-negotiable for all bust sizes.

Why do you need more than one bra? 

You've invested in a great bra - and you want it to last! Even if you are not sweating, body heat wears down your bra fibres. Rotate your bras, so the cups and straps can relax, keeping their shape and elasticity. Wash after 2 or 3 wears: fasten clips, use a laundry bag, hand wash or use gentle cycle on cold, air dry only, and store flat (twisting your favourite t-shirt bra with one cup inside the other will break down the fabrics).

Revive your Spirit in Bold Choices for 2023

  From Leatrice Eiseman (Executive Director, Pantone Color Institute) we learn the 2023 Colour of the Year is a shade rooted in nature descending from the red family and expressive of a new signal of strength. Viva Magenta is brave and fearless, and a pulsating color whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative.

 Our New Years wish for you is to be inspired by Viva Magenta - galvanize your spirit, build your inner strength. and create a strong year for yourself.

 From fashion to home decor you will be able to surround yourself with reminders to grow your spirit this year.

And a bold beginning will be followed by strong colour choices for Spring 2023, balanced by ultra-calm tints and tones from New York Fashion Week.

Mix between colors you may already have in your wardrobe (like a soft blue) and bold juicy colours - 

Fiery Red, Beetroot Purple or an orange shade as vibrant as a juicy Tangelo or a sunflower-reminiscent shade of Empire Yellow.

Play with color to suit your individual taste, wear it head to toe, or just add a hint as your favorite accessory. 

If these bold choices make you nervous, add the very classic colours to update your closet. After the nature inspired blues, look to -

Vanilla Cream, Grey Lilac or Macchiato to add balance. They are soft shades that are lively enough to bring a smile this spring.