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Beach vibes and Maxi Dresses

If you follow me on Instagram, you will know that I have been ill this week, and so have been cheering myself up by looking over holiday photos and therefore I decided to put together a selection of beach photos for this weeks blog post on beach vibes.

Beach Vibes and Maxi dresses

Beach vibes

Read on for more details about beach vibes, why a maxi dress is so versatile and more photos.

Beach vibes

Beach vibes

Summer, to me, is always associated with the beach, and nothing beats the feeling of de-stressing you get when you spend a day relaxing on the beach followed by cocktails in a local beachside bar looking at the waves and maybe a barbecue or dinner in a beachside restaurant!

I have two staple outfits for the beach – obviously one is a bikini, which I usually just pair with denim shorts for sunbathing and the other is a maxi dress or skirt!

The obvious advantage of the maxi dress is that it is not confined to only the beach and you can easily wear it for shopping, brunching and transition from day to night (unlike a bikini which has a fairly limited  location range!).

It is also an effortless worry-free one piece solution as you don’t have to worry about what to style it with, just minimal accessories.

I love this printed maxi dress from Forever 21 as it is easily wearable for lunch get-togethers, shopping, sight-seeing, evenings out and it is also so comfortable.

Beach vibes

Beach vibes

Beach vibes

Beach vibes

Beach vibes

Just looking at these photos makes me feel better and I hope that many of you will have a great weekend getaway coming up. However, you don’t need to be at the beach to have a great relaxed time -just throw on a swimsuit and a maxi dress and take some time out! Throw down a towel in your garden (weather permitting) or even in your living room, make up your favourite cocktail, put on some wave music and enjoy!

The dress is from Forever 21 (no longer available – but I have put in the link to the dress page as many of them are also on sale.

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91 Comments

  1. Christina says:

    These pictures are SO STUNNING. Hope you’re feeling better now.

    xo Christina

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Christina! I’m feeling much better now! xo

  2. I hope you are better now! Loved these photos from you fabulous vacation!
    xx, Elle
    http://www.theellediaries.com/

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Elle! I feel much better now xx

  3. Great article babe!! Love this blue dress on you
    xx

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much xx

    2. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you

  4. Gorgeous photos! Nothing like some tranquil time at the beach. Love this maxi dress too! I am such a fan of maxi’s and have found some great ones at Forever 21 before too! Such a staple for me during the summer, or anytime of the year actually as I live in LA!!

    Thanks for sharing these lovely pics!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Yes, maxis are perfect in LA. I wear them all the time when I am in LA, yet I feel really weird wearing a maxi in London or Paris!

  5. Aren’t beach memories the best to lift your spirits? Hope you are feeling completely recovered. I love that dress, by the way. It’s so perfect for a day and/or evening next to the ocean. 🙂 XO, Janea

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you- feeling much better and beach memories are definitely the best pick-me-up (although actually being at the beach would be even better!) xx

  6. Tanvi says:

    One of my fav dresses! You look gorgeous babe!!! Enjoyed reading this post! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Tanvi xx

  7. These pictures are so beautiful! Love your maxi dress!

    Ann-Marie | http://facetocurls.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Ann-Marie xo

  8. Hayley says:

    This dress is fab and that jacket too (insert heart eye emoji)

    Great setting too!

    X Hayley

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Hayley xx

  9. Jennifer says:

    So beautiful! Love your maxi!

    xo, Jennifer

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Jennifer xx

  10. Filipa Jackson says:

    I saw this look on Instagram and fell in love, you are breath taking.

    Filipa xxx
    PlayingWithApparel.com | Instagram

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Filipa xx

  11. Chelsea says:

    Love the print on this maxi dress, and these pictures are so dreamy!

    Chelsea

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Chelsea xx

  12. Beautiful dress and photos. I hope you’re feeling better! 🙂

    http://www.thebeautybeau.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Candace xx

  13. I loved this post my dear, keep up the good work!!!!
    With love, Hadasah
    http://www.styletolove.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Hadasah x

  14. Great post! You look stunning. x

    Happy weekend,
    Andreea
    http://couturezilla.com/

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Andreea x

  15. In love with that photos!
    Emma
    http://www.emmalovesfashion.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Emma x

  16. Wildfire Charm says:

    Very beautiful boho styled dress! xx Perfect for beaches x

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you xx

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you xx

  17. Maxi dresses and summer go hand in hand! I love the print of yours and it looks fabulous belted! Hope you are feeling better!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Jill! Maxi dresses are perfect for summer 🙂

  18. I hope you feel better, Julia! Totally agree that sunshine and water heal both mind and body! ?

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Amy! Yes, a bit of sun and sea go a long way!!

  19. You look really gorgeous in this maxi dress. I got quite a lot of pieces from Forever 21 but I missed this one – you make me want to grab it now!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Sophia!

  20. Gorgeous photos Julia, love the dress. Gemma x
    http://www.jacquardflower.uk

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Gemma. Hope you’re having a great weekend xx

  21. Your dress looks lovely! I’m a big fan of maxi dresses, and I agree they are perfect for the beach.

    Hope you’re feeling better and having a great weekend 🙂

    Away From The Blue Blog

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Mica xx

  22. Monique | WritingMonique says:

    Great photos! The maxi dress looks fabulous on you!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Monique x

  23. BebaGottel says:

    Love that dress hun , you look stunning!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much xx

  24. So sorry to hear that you’ve been ill! I’ve been in the same boat! On top of a current back injury I got the flu this week =( I’ve been catching up with sleep this weekend in hopes to recuperate ASAP. You look so lovely in this blue dress and your photos/ the setting is stunning!

    Get better soon!

    xoxo
    Rina
    http://www.andshedressed.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Rina! Get better soon too xx

  25. What a gorgeous back drop! Love the color of that jacket with your maxi, too!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Carrie xx

  26. I’m adoring the added suede jacket to the look. Gorgeous pictures!

    xo
    http://www.carinavardie.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you! This suede jacket is definitely a wardrobe staple for me! xo

  27. Love this! Thanks for sharing.

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you for reading xx

  28. Amy says:

    So lovely!! I like the maxi and it is so pretty with the jacket.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much xx

  29. Camila says:

    Julia, you are just so GORGEOUS. I love how happy you look and the place is amazing. That dress is just so beautiful on you!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Camila! Hope you are having a great weekend xx

  30. Beautiful photos! Ohhhh I can’t wait to be on the beach again – this post just got me so excited. Thanks for sharing!

    Love, Lindsey
    http://www.thenomisniche.com/

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much Lindsey! Hope you’re having a great weekend xx

  31. These photos are so dreamy! I love the lighting and your outfit <3 Have a lovely weekend, dear xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Sharon xx

  32. Tamara says:

    This maxi is stunning! I adore the deep rich colors! Have a great weekend!

    XoXo,

    Tamara

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Tamara xx

  33. Gorgeous pictures ! so dreamy , makes me wanna go on beach vacation 😉 love the post !
    Get well soon dear !

    http://www.actstyles.blogspot.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Anusha x

  34. Bianca says:

    Amazing pics, I really loved 😉
    Great post Julia, thanks for sharing!
    – Bianca

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Bianca xx

  35. Such a gorgeous maxi dress, and the pictures are just gorgeous! Xx

    http://www.thefashionfolks.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much x

  36. WOw, you look stunning! Love the blue dress

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much x

  37. Absolutely love these pictures Julia! They are so stunning!!

    The maxi looks great and I love it paired with that jacket too!!

    -Kathryn

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Kathryn xx

  38. FASHION TALES says:

    I love maxi dresses for that exact reason. They are so versatile. Really lovely photos! x/Madison

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Madison! Have a great weekend xx

  39. Our posts are so similar today! Isn’t it amazing how relaxing and necessary it is to have a beach weekend, or just any getaway that lets you relax and enjoy the moment.

    You look beautiful and so happy! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    xo Bryn
    http://www.waketonroad.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Bryn! I’m heading over to check your blog post mow, but I agree a getaway is great for recharging!

  40. El's Fashion Fix says:

    Your dress is so gorgeous! I love the print and the maxi length is stunning! Just perfect for Summer 🙂 Beautiful outfit!

    El xxx

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you El xx

  41. Kelsey says:

    These pictures are so beautiful! I’m all about having a relaxed weekend 🙂

    Kelsey

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you so much! Have a great relaxed weekend xx

  42. Sorry you aren’t feeing well. Hope you get better soon. Love this dress and the belt is the perfect touch to it. Gorgeous pics my friend!

    http://www.kathrineeldridge.com

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Kathrine! I hope I feel better soon too xx

  43. Virginie says:

    Superbes photos Julia!! Tu es resplendissante!! J’aime beaucoup tes chroniques sur ton blog, grâce à toi je découvre des conseils de look, de nouveaux magasins et aussi des produits de beauté ;o)) je suis un peu fan des produits Cattier en ce moment… belles vacances à toi, bisous <3

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Merci Virginie! Bonnes vacances à toi aussi, Bisous

  44. Wonderful photos! The dress is awesome!

    1. The Velvet Runway says:

      Thank you Darina x

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