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Billabong X Andy Warhol

“I came out of the womb on a surfboard” said Andy Warhol infamously back in his day, so it was only a matter of time before a surf collection was created. Who other than the world’s most popular sun, sand and surf brand, Billabong, to take on his iconic designs and turn them into a unique capsule collection called ‘Warhol Surf’. Andy Warhol X Billabong

The brainchild of the brand’s LAB – a division which supports local talent in a variety of pillars, from musicians to artists, designers, photographers and of course surf icons. The collab with The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts helps to bring to light his little known fascination with surf culture and their convention-challenging styles. Having partnered in the past with Bob Marley and Metallica, Billabong is no stranger to rebellious spirits. Andy Warhol X Billabong

Bikini’s feature florals in muted tones and charcoal backgrounds, all in their signature shapes, including a surf perfect paddle suit. Sunset pastels add a more summery vibe to the halter-neck bikinis and for men, grey and white palm trees on darker t-shirts and board shorts give a subtle nod to Warhol’s 1968 Southern Californian surf video ‘San Diego Surf’. Andy Warhol X Billabong

Available only at selected outlets across the Middle East and Asia, grab your limited edition bikini or rashie down at their store exclusively in The Dubai Mall.

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6 Swimsuits We’re Coveting This Summer

Summer means swimwear! Everyone right now seems to be in Greece/Spain or the South of Italy soaking up the (normal) sunshine, but even though it’s actually too hot to go outside in Dubai, i’m still scouring the shops for one pieces to wear round the pools as I test out my Privilee card!

Shopping online is a lot easier for me, but I’m not your average body shape – smaller ribs, wider hips and a bum that my mum isn’t even sure where it came from, means two things – I have to work harder to keep it all together AND I do not suit these high riding bikini bottom styles that are everywhere right now… nor for that matter do I look particularly symmetrical in the harry high-pants either.

Swimsuits are my ultimate piece of summer apparel. When I go shopping, their stylish simplicity means I’m not fighting the crowds looking for two different sized pieces that match! Also, with the bodysuit making a resurgence this season, I’m perfectly on trend pairing my one piece with a pair of high waisted shorts too.

Here’s my current covets from some of my favourite brands:

Acacia Swimwear
Acacia Swimwear
Sapia.Kang
Sapia.Kang
H&M
H&M
Billabong
Billabong
Vitamin A by Amahlia Stevens
Vitamin A by Amahlia Stevens
L*Space
L*Space

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For the Love of Bora Bora and Bikinis

Who doesn’t dream of summer as a week of sandy feet, salty hair, coconuts in hand and a strong sea breeze, somewhere beautiful, with a hint of French accents and pearly trinkets in the stores… Yes, Bora Bora is real.

I’ll tell you who else is feeding off this Tahitian island vibe, Billabong – with their Bora Babin’ collection. Featuring flowing summer capes, sheer materials, embroidered dresses and of course… figure hugging bikinis.

Here’s what we’re packing…
Nikita Playsuit, Billabong, AED 325

Water World, Billabong, AED 195 (2)

Sahara Sea One Piece, Billabong, AED 295 (3)

Ethereal Overswim, Female, Billabong, AED 295

Sistermoon Crop, Female, Billabong, AED 195