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Ahh, Summer... Such a wonderful season filled with special moments and happiness. 'Salty Sunsets', a moodboard solely focused on this time of the year, is meant to spread good vibes and in turn, inspire you to adventure and enjoy yourself! Here is what I love the most about the season:




Waves                                          Sand in your feet                                         Smoothies  

                       Watermelon                                               Road trips             

Salty air                                         Foot bracelets                                             Tan lines          
                        Palm trees                                              Vibrant colours      

Seashells                                    Sunsets at the beach                              Salty wavy hair  
                                                                                                               
          A soft breeze when it is too warm                          Berry picking 

Melting popsicles                                    Picnics                                           Flowy dresses

                        Music festivals                                          Good vibes

Iced lattes                               Pool reflections on the wall                            Late nights               
                          Freedom                                             Paddle boarding              

Campfires                                   Walking barefoot                                           Sunflowers                                                           


What about you? Don't forget to comment bellow what fascinates you the most about summertime ♥
And for more inspiration, check my board on Pinterest 'Summer'.


* Photographs taken from pinterest, but edited by me
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Portugal is currently being melted by a heat wave. And although I don't go to the beach when temperatures are insanely high, I do enjoy the seaside whenever UVs aren't too dangerous or the weather allows you to basically not die outside. As you probably already know, I live by the coast so there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy summertime by the sea. Therefore, I have decided to share what I bring with me in my beach bag and some essentials! 


  • My beach bag
First of all, I believe it is appropriate to specify which bag I use. As far as I remember, I have been using this pink one by Deeply. It is quite spacious and has a little pocket on the inside, perfect for storing smaller items.


  • Sunscreen
Of course, if you're toasting under the sun, you need to protect your skin! I have always used the ones by Yves Rocher on my body and I have started using an Eucerin one on my face. However, I have recently heard that some sunscreens contain chemicals that damage coral reefs so I am in the hunt for one that doesn't.


  • Beach towel
I used to use a bright blue towel from Decathlon, but last year I switched to a tapestry. I made this change due to the size, which means that I manage to fit completely in it and therefore (sort of) avoid 
(unpleasant) sand.


  • Phone + headphones
Of course, you have to capture all the beauty that you're being surrounded by. In addition, music makes everything better!


  • Water bottle + snack
Keeping yourself hydrated is probably the best idea. If you know me, you know that I have this blue reusable water bottle with me at all times. Snack wise, I either take fruits, a sandwich or some nuts. 


  • Some money
My 'just in case I am craving an ice cream'. I always try to resist the temptation, though!


  • Entertainment
My preferences are: a volleyball ball, some cards, maybe some poker chips and a book. I am absolutely awful at playing with beach rackets so I may or may not take those as well.


  • What I wear
Either a bikini or a swimsuit (for those days you're not feeling that comfortable with your body). Sunnies. Flipflops. Either some shorts with a top or a flowy dress. 


I absolutely adore going to the beach, taking a long swim in the ocean, looking for interesting shells  and watching colourful sunsets at the end of the day. That is why I always go super prepared because you never know what you might want to do. What about you? What are your beach essentials?


As always, I hope you enjoyed this post and I will see you next week
Irene xx
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