I saw a few pieces of the Milly Cabana 2008 beachwear collection. They were fresh, colourful and tantalizing. They were also on sale, which was a good thing because it meant one could buy a luxury suit at a quarter of the price but being on sale also meant that the newer pieces were soon on their way. And lo and behold, the official Milly website has added the 2009 Cabana Collection photos.
I have to say this is a huge collection and every piece is gorgeous! Considering the designer, Michelle Smith, was the first American employee sent to Hermés in France, one would expect the designs to be outstanding. Not only does she emphasize quality workmanship with a focus on details, even the name of the collection, Cabana, is well thought out.
What I love about this luxury beachwear ensemble is not only the elegant and glamourous designs but also, the use of fabrics not normally associated with swimwear. Take for example the lime green cashmere beaded cardigan. Who would think of cashmere on the beach or even at a resort? But the look is stunning with the cotton crocheted bikini and stretch cotton skirt finished with thick green waistband and pretty floral pattern band in the width of the white skirt.
Another example of the excellent use of varied fabrics is the silk chiffon hostess dress, a long gown with spaghetti straps, in Mosaic floral print. The large selection of caftans and cover-ups are also made from pretty shades of colours of silk chiffon. All of the bathing suits are made with printed lycra. Each one is unique from the Caribe Botanical Floral Print one piece to the Hawaiian Lei Print string bikini with ruffle trim.
I would not even know where to begin when purchasing from this collection. It is not too often that I adore every piece of a swimwear group.
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