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Coastal Style
coastal-style.blogspot.com
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This daily blog is a celebration of my passion for all things coastal. So brush off the sand, take a seat and indulge in some seaside hideaways, inspiring beach houses and beachside living.
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Sunday Afternoons

   I am looking forward to a low key, relaxed kind of day with no set plans.I have a few things on my mind so well see where the mood takes us.Theres thoughts of a picnic and an afternoon w...

9 h ago

The Boating Life

 From as young as I can remember I was brought up with boats. I was waterskiing at the age of five and my whole childhood was spent around boats. To this day, by Dad escapes the winter chill and...

1 day ago

A Place In The Sun

Wishing I was here .... and not stuck in the office with this cold and rainy weather. I couldnt imagine a nicer place to be right now :- sunshine, warm weather, daybeds covered in overstuffed pillows...

2 days ago

Claudia In The Spotlight

Loving this photo shoot of Claudia Schiffer - she looks casual, relaxed and beachy. The sheer white crochet, the white lace sun dress and the floppy white hat all pay homage to a retro...

3 days ago

Natures Inspiration

There is endless beauty in nature - a bottomless source of ideas in my life, design work and personal style. Inspiration comes from simple things like :-the colours of petals,the form of a ...

3 days ago

Outdoor Living in Black & White

Black and white beachside accessories:For me black and white is not an obvious choice for beachside living but that theory has now just been thrown out the window when I see these examples of stylish...

4 days ago

Ocean Blues

  How dynamic does a space look when you add accents in rich sapphire and deep turquoise. They suddenly come alive with depth and possess a jewel-like quality. They evoke the colours of a sparkl...

5 days ago

White with Natural Textures

  I love the combination of white, wood and natural textures - particularly for a beach house although they would work equally well in a country style cottage. I love rustic timbers in their nat...

6 days ago

Fruity Skincare

 Not for a second do I think that beauty creams can erase wrinkles caused from the passage of time and too much sun, but I do believe the ritual of applying them can nourish skin and give it a y...

6 days ago

Shades of Soft Blues & Aqua

       Love these soft, pretty seaside tones in a palette of aqua, blue and seafoam. Eternally fresh - a perfect combination for decorating any beach house. Take the concept from ...

27 may 12

All Aboard

I love boats and I love being out on the water so tell me, how did I end up with a husband who gets seasick?! Hes not a huge fan of our Wednesday night twilight Yacht racing but he goes along to keep...

26 may 12 1 person likes this

Perfect Positano

 This winter it would be nice to escape to somewhere sunny and warm like Positano or Amalfi on the Italian coast. I love the breathtaking scenery with their winding, cobble-stoned streets and ge...

25 may 12

Bora Bora - Resort Wardrobe

    This time last year I was lazing on a sunlounge with a cocktail in hand at the Intercontinetal Bora Bora, Tahiti. This year I was wishing I was back there! It was a trip 2 yea...

24 may 12

Orange and Aqua

  Now here is a striking and unusual combination - not something I would have dreamed up myself but when I see it all put together by others I think yes that is uplifting and energetic, yet stil...

23 may 12

Inspired By The Sea

   Drawing Inspiration from The Ocean:-Being a designer and living by the oceanI am constantly drawing inspiration from the sea for my design work.The colours and textures of the beach, the...

22 may 12

Exercise to improve your skin

   EXERCISE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKINALONG WITH LIFTING YOUR MOOD... Exercise increases blood flow to the skin, causing a healthy-looking flush. Both immediately and over time, it has ...

21 may 12

Blog Re-Vamp

My New Look! Please bare with me for a day or two while I make a few little cosmetic changesto my blog with the help of Carolyns technical expertise.Carolyn V. Design Check out todays post on Marthas...

20 may 12

Marthas Vineyard

  Now this is the perfect house to escape to for a stylish weekend getaway. I could see myself nestling in quite comfortably to this little weekend shack, complete with guest quarters, pool...

20 may 12

Hippie Camper

 I grew up camping and water-skiing so I love fresh air and the great outdoors. Theres nothing like camping out under the stars, cooking sausages on an open flame with a glass of red in hand, to...

19 may 12

Memories of Bora Bora

          Island Paradise in French PolynesiaWell, this is a bit of an indulgent trip down memory lane, this time last year, my husband and I (sans kids) had just arrive...

18 may 12

Ocean Spirit

Taking inspiration from sailing the high seas ~these nautical fashions are sure to be a winnerboth on and off the boat!Melissah xox Images via 1, 2, 3, 4, 5Check out Coastal Style on tumblr and ...

17 may 12

Cool Boys Rooms

I have just decided my kids room need a bit of an update. So Ive been hunting around looking for a bit inspiration for cool boys room that have a nice beachy feel to them. These ones have all got a c...

16 may 12

Raspberry & Aqua Blue

  I love this unexpected combination of raspberry and aqua blue.Its fresh and beachy, but the pop of colourmakes it exciting and eye catching.Melissah xox Images via 1, 2, 3a, 3b, 4, 5...

15 may 12

The beauty in youth

You can take no credit for beauty at sixteen.But if you beautiful at sixty,it will be your souls own doing{Quote : Marie Stopes}Here are some good tips for some basic everyday care :-a good daily ski...

14 may 12

The Beauty in Youth

You can take no credit for beauty at sixteen.But if you beautiful at sixty,it will be your souls own doing{Quote : Marie Stopes}Some basic everyday care, a good daily skincare routine, help well...

14 may 12

Happy Mothers Day!

 To all the mums out there -wishing you are a very HAPPY MOTHERS DAY  Hope you have a lovely daywith perhaps a long lie in,a special breakfast and some time to relax! Melissah xox {Ima...

13 may 12

Mothers Day Weekend

Its Mothers Day tomorrow and I am looking forward to a relaxing, family filled weekend -enjoying the simple pleasures in life. There will be some fun time with the kids,a lovely home cooked lunch wit...

12 may 12

Mallora Magic

  Perched on a hilltop surrounded by commanding views of the ocean and mountains this coastal retreat has it all! Designer Carde Reimerdes chose a calming palette of white, beige and bone for th...

11 may 12

Fun at Brighton Pier

 Whilst living in London, I have been lucky enough to have had a few outings to this iconic seaside attraction. Built at the turn of last century - a visit to historical Brighton Pier is like a ...

10 may 12

Hamptons Style in Black & White

Even though Im one for neutral tones and a bit of colour,I am enjoying this classic combination of black and white.Always chic and stylish - its a colour combination that never datesand never goes ou...

09 may 12 1 person likes this

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