BRING ON THE BEACH
By Allison McCrory / Photos by Kate Treick Photography
Think airy, fluid and colorful when prepping for coastal life this spring and summer — especially when those qualities show up in a set!
“The biggest fashion trends we have been seeing in the shops are a lot of matching sets great for beachwear as well as everyday wear,” said Paige Hinrichs of Innerlight Surf and Skate on Palafox in downtown Pensacola.
“This includes bright colors with breathable materials. The overarching color that we have seen so far is a lot of bright blues accompanied with pinks and oranges. The patterns have been very tropical with a lot of flower patterns.”
Look for straight- to wide-leg pants and mid-length skirts and dresses. Comfy, breathable cotton offers an airy vibe.
“Accessories include straw hats, beachy tote bags and pearlescent jewelry. We usually see this paired with a pretty platform flip-flop or sandal,” Hinrichs said. “For swim, a lot of the colors and prints have been leaning towards a Greece vacation type of feel with beautiful blues and patterns.”
Hinrichs suggests layering for a day and night near sand and water.
“This might look like wearing a cute swimsuit underneath a matching top and short set accessorized with a straw hat, platform sandal and beachy jewelry. Any outfit that looks like you can hit the beach and then go to a nice dinner.”
Sara Voorhees
Nebraska native Sara Voorhees transplanted to Milton’s University of Florida Milton campus to study plant science. As an unexpected bonus, she got a coastline and a bustling downtown that have wound their way into her heart.
“There’s nothing a good beach day can’t fix!” said Voorhees, who is interested in researching plant-based pharmacology.
“Pensacola is an absolutely beautiful place, I love to go to the beach with my girlfriends, either to sunbathe on my off days or go catch the sunset. When the water is calm I will take my paddle board out. The highlight of Pensacola has got to be its charming downtown area. Whether you are grabbing a couple drinks with friends, going to a festival or wandering around the Palafox market, you’re bound to leave with a smile.”
When she’s not in class, studying, hiking, cooking, reading, swimming, paddle boarding or practicing jiu-jitzu, Voorhees works at O’Riley’s Irish Pub and models. In the process, her circle has expanded.
“My favorite part of Pensacola has to be all of the wonderful people I have met along the way.”
About the location
The west Pensacola waterfront home of Jeff and Liane George and surrounding areas
Interior Design & Staging
Constance Crosby Interiors
3642 Barrancas Ave., Pensacola; 850-438-0335; constancecrosby.com
Clothes compliments of Innerlight Surf & Skate
40 S. Palafox St., Pensacola; 850-434-6743; innerlightsurf.com
Hair & makeup compliments of Vibe Inc. Studios
850 W. Garden St., Pensacola; 850-332-7859; vibeincstudios.com
Hair & makeup by
Amber Ellis
Model
compliments of
Izon Models & Talent LLC
301 N. Barcelona St.,
Suite E, Pensacola;
850-433-2099;
izonmodels.com
