{"id":11952,"date":"2013-11-11T23:03:24","date_gmt":"2013-11-11T12:03:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mojitomother.com\/?p=11952"},"modified":"2013-11-12T08:37:13","modified_gmt":"2013-11-11T21:37:13","slug":"travel-stylist-sequins-sands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mojitomother.com\/2013\/11\/travel-stylist-sequins-sands\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get the holiday look right"},"content":{"rendered":"

I just wish I had my own personal stylist, someone to create a stylish wardrobe\u00a0 that suits my hectic travel lifestyle.<\/em><\/p>\n

That\u2019s all I was thinking in the weeks leading up to our road trip around Australia. Actually that has been on my Ultimate dream list for many years.<\/p>\n

I don\u2019t like shopping; it gives me the same angst I feel when boarding a plane. I don\u2019t have my pulse on style or fashion, I look awful in everything I try on,\u00a0 and I just don\u2019t have the time to work out what goes with what. Because of this, I ended up whipping through the stores and choosing clothes because they are cheap or practical. I just wished I had someone to tell me what to wear and when!<\/p>\n

Ya know how I love the way the Universe responds to your wishes! It was only a few days after that thought,\u00a0 my friend Nic contacted me to tell me about Sequins and Sand<\/a>, an Australian online retailer.<\/p>\n

“Are you kidding? You mean you have someone who can style my travel outfits for me? Is this the service they offer? That is way cool.”<\/em><\/p>\n

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I jumped online, checked out the outfits the founder, Anna, puts together for different types of holidays and I was in. I don\u2019t have the time or skill to shop for clothes that look good on me and suit my needs.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m sure there are plenty of overworked Mums who feel exactly the same. It\u2019s a valuable concept, especially for Mums who are going on a holiday. If you\u2019re going to be spending thousands for that trip of a lifetime to Hawaii then you want to look like you belong in Hawaii.<\/p>\n

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I received my gift package of clothes best suited for busy mums on the run when we arrived in Thredbo. The summer outfits gave me hope that soon I\u2019d be leaving the snow behind and looking great on the beaches under the sun.<\/p>\n

My first thought when I opened the package, was the same thought I always have when it comes to clothes, I\u2019m not sure this will look good on me.<\/em><\/p>\n

But, I trusted Anna\u2019s judgement. I put on the hat and was instantly happy. I looked a little bit stylish and I felt so comfortable. I hardly ever wear hats, because I think I look stupid, but this hat has been attached to my head for weeks. It also travels really well and can handle the roughness of travel and packing. The colour and style matches with many different outfits, and it has 50+ UV rating.<\/p>\n

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Fedora hat<\/p><\/div>\n

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Korringal Talle fedora hat<\/strong> – $39.95<\/p>\n

The summer dress is light and breezy and perfect for wearing to the beach. You can wear it as a short beach dress or over longer pants or shorts. We rode to the beach, so wore it over tights. AND, you can scrunch it up and easily roll it into your bag- perfect for travel!<\/p>\n

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Summer frill dress<\/p><\/div>\n

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Isle of Mine summer frill dress in Apple Green<\/strong>– $89.95 You can find it here<\/a><\/p>\n

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Love the size and style!<\/p><\/div>\n

My beach bag is the BOMB. It\u2019s big enough to fit all my crap, i.e towels, sarong, sun cream, book, hats, food, camera, with pockets so I don\u2019t lose my phone amongst the clutter and it looks great! I doubled it up as an overnight bag on our ferry trip last night from Melbourne to Tasmania! Perfect
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Lalu Lalu Large striped beach bag<\/strong> \u00a0$52.95 You can find it here<\/a><\/p>\n

And the costumes.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve always shied away from full pieces because I felt they were putting me into old Mumma territory, but I love the ones Anna chose for me from Sequins and Sands. They\u2019re stylish and chic, and do not make me feel self-conscious about my muffin tops and saddle bags. The cozzies hold it all in with a touch of sophistication.<\/p>\n

The tankini is perfect for hiding away the tummy and slimming you down and I love the bright design. It’s so super comfortable, I even left mine on while vacuuming our cottage on check out. Move over Stepford Wives!<\/p>\n

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