Guest Post: {Afternoon Frosting}

Hi Friends!  Let me introduce you to my friend Julie from {Afternoon Frosting}.  She is a friend of my co-workers and I am so glad we "met"!  Not only does she have great style, but she is absolutely hilarious too!  Make sure you visit her blog for not only your afternoon inspiration, but your afternoon laugh as well! Enjoy! xxoo, ashley

a {little} dash of ash met Afternoon Frosting, and it was mutually...love at first sight.  I'm Julie, the glitterati behind Afternoon Frosting: Highly addictive, not always appropriate, but always entertaining.  I love (in this. exact. order) men, fashion, social media and good champagne (although you'll find I write about much, much more than that).  Think of Afternoon Frosting (well, think of me) as your personal stylist, relationship coach and best, best (crazy) friend.  It's all in good fun.  

Because the temperatures are rising and we can pull our mini cut-offs, sarongs and crystal-encrusted flip flops out from behind our racks of coats and scarves, I've decided to rehash the greatest bits about our favorite "holiday" of the year: Vacation.

Whether this year is St. Barts, the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas, or a cruise around the Caribbean, there are a few necessities to tote along on any proper vacation.  While I am a notorious light packer, I never forget a wide-brimmed hat, a pair of sturdy sunglasses, a variety of bathing suits, a chic (but practical) pair of flip-flops, beachy cosmentics and of course, a big-ass tote to carry it all in (on the plane, of course -- is it really necessary to check a thick piece of luggage? negative). 

I'm partial to aquamarine and Tiffany's-colored swimwear (they complement the crystal water so beautifully).  You can grab your own here, here and here!  These flipflops are Havainana's Navy/Gold peacock print; tote by Marc by Marc Jacobs; sunnies by Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony, beach hat by Rag & Bone; jewels from Fantasy Jewelry Box; OPI polishes in Just Tea-sing + Yodel Me on My Cell; and Dolce + Gabbana Perfect Finish Powder Foundation.

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