Posts Tagged ‘summer’
Spring/Summer Hours
The days are getting longer and the shop is open later (and earlier)!
Mon-Fri: 10am-8pm
Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 12am-6pm
Mini Interview with Danica Salajko of Bathing Belle Swimwear
What do you make and what kinds of materials do you use?
I make swimwear, and each piece is cut and sewn by yours truly. I use Lycra fabric because that is the most popular and best material for swimsuits. Sometimes I use ultra-sexy fabrics like stretch velvet, because they have an amazing vintage feel.
What makes your work unique?
There aren’t a lot of independent Canadian swimsuit designers out there, for starters. More importantly, though, they are a twist on vintage silhouettes that play with colour and cut-outs; this is what gives them a modern edge.
Who or what are your influences?
The music I listen to, pop culture, but not just that… Betty Page and pin-up girls, that old-fashioned sexiness, vintage cars. Also, my materials – I’m inspired by textiles, the colours, patterns, etc. Sometimes just looking at my fabric collection, a surge goes through me and I want to make something!
What is your current creative obsession?
MONOKINI! Playing around with this super-fun style, because it’s great for women both petite and voluptuous. Seriously, it’s a kick-ass style and just a great word to say. Monokini, sing it to yourself!
Who’s your favourite Canadian artist or designer?
David Dixon. Evan Biddell. Franke by Kendra Francis. I also really like Pink Tartan.
(for more info and photos check out the Bathing Belle Swimwear Facebook page)
C’est moi: “Swing me both ways!”
We got these reversible tank-tops in a few weeks ago and they have been flying out the door ever since! Worn forward or back they are both a scoop neck and a V, and have a long enough hem to layer under any shirt or be worn on their own. The perfect summer staple, the shirts come in a range of colours and are a super stretchy, one-size-fits-all design. Come pick one up in black, grey, charcoal, pink, purple, yellow, blue, green, and more!
Also to be had are leggings – full-length, capri, with gold or silver zippers at the ankle, in nylon or bamboo. Year-round comfy style, for serious.
