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Summer Ready with Target and Marimekko

April 20, 2016 By Suzanne

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Aptos, CA

Last week was spent seaside in Aptos, California, for our kids Spring Break. We had a fabulous time, relaxing and decompressing, at a gorgeous beach house we’d rented for the week. We enjoyed amazing weather –  it felt like the beginning of summer.

Summer Ready on Ask Suzanne Bell

Aptos, like most California beach towns is super casual. I pretty much lived in my swimsuit, boyfriend jeans (yes, I own white and denim, in the Citizens ‘Emerson’ jean!), and flip flops.

what I wore seaside: outfit ideas

This Trina Turk black sweater, doubled up nicely as a swimsuit cover-up!

Ask Suzanne Bell featuring a Trina Turk Cold Shoulder Sweater

Re-entry begins…

Being we were out of town, I missed the launch of the Marimekko for Target collection this past weekend. I would not have traded my family beach time for anything, but now back in town, I stopped by my local Target store, to check out this very happy and colorful launch – here’s a look!

I have to say, all 4 color palettes are interesting, but I was drawn to the black and white collection.

I set up this Flat-Lay for you all, smack in the middle of the accessory department.

#imoverstrangelooks

marimekko and Merona - Summer Ready for Less

Beach Ready!

Target finds: Merona and Marimekko

I liked the pop of creamsicle orange in this Merona tote, paired with black and white.

$39.90 | Merona | more colors available

And how fun is this black and white floppy hat?

Verona Hat: Target Finds

 $14.99 | Merona

Marimekko black and white spot towel, $24.99 | Marimekko bikini top, bottom $19.99 each | Marimekko sunscreen $7.99

Last year, I searched high and low, for a white fringe kimono.

(you may recall my obsession with the Lilly Pulitzer for Target white kimono!)

White Fringe Kimono: Target Style

Where was this (left), when I needed it? (not available to link. Found in the Swim department, I believe it was Merona) And this fun tank/cover-up, HERE| $14.99

I love the faux leather handles on this beach bag!

Target Finds on the Blog

Merona bag $34.99 | straw hat $14.99

This bikini and sarong happened to be in my daughters size. I picked up all 3 pieces!

Marimekko Target

bikini top, $19.99| bikini bottom, $19.99 | pareo/sarong, $19.99 |‘Letty’flip flop $3.99 (Mossimo)

Here’s a look at the home/patio section in Target:

Marimekko Target Home

Of course I had to make a pass thru the shoe department.

I’m loving these slides from A+ Aldo

Mossimo Slides

‘ Alba’ Black and white, $19.99 (wrong box in photo)

Mossimo Slides

These cork wedge thong sandals are an exact replica, of a style from Sam Edelman, last year.

Sam and Libby cork wedge, target

‘Raley’ in black, nude and gold, $29.99

The block heel on the ‘Tina’, is so on trend right now,

Sam and Libby Tina

wear it with everything from denim and  skirts to dresses (not yet available online)

Looking for a wood bottomed platform sandal, with a 70’s vibe?

mossimo wood heel platform sandal

As seen on Katrina, an Ask Suzanne Bell reader, at the Bohemian Party earlier this month.

Mossimo ‘Cali’ | $34.99

Her flare jeans? Also Mossimo for Target!

Massimo wood heel platform | Target

Looking for more Target Finds?

Check out Spring Forward, New Wedges and Target Finds

Did any of you make it to the Marimekko Launch at your local Target?

Anyone pick up some fun pieces?

How are you doing, maneuvering the new Ask Suzanne Bell site?

Are you able to still find all your favorites?

Drop me a line down below, I’d love to hear.

Have a great week!

Feet in Sand | Aptos, CA

XOXO

Suzanne

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Comments

  1. Andrea@WellnessNotes says

    April 22, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    Glad you had a nice vacation!

    i like all the marimekko prints, too! The black and white print is great, and i also like the pieces you got for your daughter!

    Have a wonderful weekend!

    • Suzanne says

      April 22, 2016 at 2:53 pm

      We did have a great time, I’m wishing I was back on the beach right now! Yes, the Marimekko for Target was a great surprise. I thought the quality was good and I loved the colors. My Target was pretty low on stock, but looks like pieces can still be purchased online. Thanks for stopping by Andrea! xx

  2. Ada says

    April 25, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    Suzanne, 3 great outfits in that first collage. Way to style simple black tops with jeans! Your Target had a lot of Marimmeko. I only picked up the mutli-colored floral dress for me and the mini version for my toddler girl. Love all the beach accessories you got. =)

    I am glad I was able to join in on the fun prompt too, with my new graphic tee which I love. Check it out. =)

    I welcome you to stop by my blog. I recently started a linkup so join me this Thursday and every Thursday. The new linkup is currently live. This post is too good not to be shared. Thanks, Ada. =)

    http://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2016/04/thursday-moda-8-and-festival-inspired.html

    Have a great Monday! =)

    • Suzanne says

      April 25, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      Thank you Ada! I would love to join your link up, I forgot this past Thurs 🙁 but will do next week! I love link ups, fun way to meet other bloggers! Which prompt did you use? I couldn’t find your new graphic tee. Is it on Instagram? xx

  3. Nicole Mölders (@HighLatitudeSty) says

    April 25, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    Hi Suzanne, I found your blog at Patty’s party. Nice finds. I love the clog sandals. Nicole

    • Suzanne says

      April 25, 2016 at 11:31 pm

      Hi Nicole! So nice to see you here and thank you to Patti!Those platforms are a steal and my friend who was wearing them that evening, said they were actually comfortable for the evening as well! XO

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