And to get your fill of beachy gals, head on over to Sports Illustrated.

Photos: High Snobiety

Hitler John Galliano

Why not dress like the most controversial man in 2011 news? Add a Hitler mustache and Nazi uniform to the mix and you’ll have the most ferociously offensive costume at the party.

Essential Supplies

Hitler..errr “Chaplin” Mustache

Swastika Armband

Crown

1. Lucky Brand Lazy Days Macrame Tote, $71.20 – The perfect color and texture for a day at the beach.

2. Jack Spade Leather Flask, $125 -  Just in case there’s no booze around, you can bring your own.

3. Nalgene OTF Water Bottle, $12 – Alcohol and sun WILL dehydrate you and leave your skin looking nasty. Make sure to drink plenty of water.

4. Sun & Sand Yellow Striped Straw Hat, $20 – Sun protection never looked so chic.

5. Roxy Lucille Flip Flops, $22 – Cute and functional, these beaded sandals are the perfect boho footwear.

6. Assouline American Fashion Travel, $45 – Get inspired and plan your next trip while soaking up the sun.

7. Clarins Sunscreen Soothing Cream SPF 20, $37.50 – This anti-aging, water-resistant sunscreen soothes while it protects.

8. NARS Cosmetics Multi Protect Primer SPF 30, $39 – Fortified with anti-oxidants, this primer works both on and off the beach.

9. Norma Kamali Bill Embellished Halterneck Bikini Top and High-Waisted Briefs, $450/$4oo – You will be a siren in this gorgeous vintage-inspired two-piece.

10. Converse Backstage With The Band Sunglasses, $58 – Over-sized for ultimate sun protection and fab factor.

11. CALYPSO St. Barth Kimberly Dress, $195 – The perfect frock to throw over your bikini when it’s time for lunch on the boardwalk.

12. Marimekko Unikko Pink and Red Beach Towel, $85 – You’ll never lose your place in the sand with this bright towel as your guide.

If you have any questions about the items or brands shown above, tweet at me @CrystlMeatballs.

The dress
Alice + Olivia Stevie Tie-Dye Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress $440, net-a-porter.com

The beach look – This dress is as carefree as the sand when paired with sandals, a sun hat and bright bikini.
REISS Berry 3-Piece Neon Coral Bikini $110, reissonline.com

K. Jacques pour Opening Ceremony Corvette 2-Strap Flats $270, openingceremony.us

Flora Bella Nohora Sunhat $95, calypsostbarth.com

The summer wedding look – Dress-up tie-dye with studded shoes, a metallic clutch and ornate coral earrings.
Giuseppe Zanotti Studded Leather Sandals $928, farfetch.com

ASOS Pyramid Metal Tip Clutch $33.24, us.asos.com

Bijoux Heart Cristal de Corail 24-karat Gold-Plated Earrings $390, net-a-porter.com

The office look – A breezy dress becomes polished and professional with a sleek heel, neutral blazer and luxe bag.
Modekungen One Down Jacket $130, modekungen.se

Leifsdottir Ilona Heels $328, leifsdottir.com

Antigona Medium Crest Black Bag $2,410, cultstatus.com

The night out look – Turn up the volume on a Saturday night with animal print, chunky jewelry and bright red lips.
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture in Rouge Roxane $30, barneys.com

Opening Ceremony Leopard Print Wedge Shoes $680, harveynichols.com

Wunderkind Coin Detail Necklace $1,250, farfetch.com

If you have any questions about these full looks or individual pieces, tweet at me @CrystlMeatballs.

The line will launch as part of his resort collection, but that’s not all that Wang wrote. Later this June, the designer will debut his first men’s ready-to-wear collection, thus ensuring your summer will be chock-full of Wang.

As if it isn’t already. [WWD]

Clockwise from top:

Juicy Couture Stripe Floppy Paper Straw Hat $78 – Look fabulous, and protect your skin and eyes from dangerous UV rays.

Kayu Bamboo Sunglasses $180 – Earthy and chic. Plus, for every pair of glasses purchased, Kayu sponsors one sight-restoring surgery.

We Are Handsome Printed Bikini $159 – If a two-piece swimsuit is your thing, this print gives a taste of the county on the coast.

Roxy Pack It Up Backpack $24 – An adorable and easy way to keep track of your things on the train to Rockaway.

Unlisted by Kenneth Cole Pop Art Sandal $39 – The perfect sandal for both the beach and the boardwalk.

Momentum Dive Watch $110 – Keep time without getting sand in your iPhone.

L*Space Stardust Fringe Monokini $130 – If a one-piece swimsuit is your thing, this monokini is the coolest I’ve seen this season.

Peter Thomas Roth Ultra-Lite Oil Free Sunblock SPF 30 $26 – Red, leathery skin is sooo not hot. Protect ya neck with sunscreen, you’ll still get a tan.

VOLCOM Stone Time Towel $36 – The bright, geometric print on this beach towel is super easy to spot from the ocean.

Now that you know what to wear, what is all the hype about the Rockaway Beach Boardwalk? Joining the famous outpost Rockaway Taco are Brooklyn favorites like Caracas, The Meat Hook, Roberta’s and Vinegar Hill House. For all the vegetarians out there, Babycakes and Veggie Island are also joining the party.

Good food right on the sunny beach -  I guess we don’t have it so bad here in NYC this Memorial Day Weekend. For more information on the Rockaway Beach Boardwalk food stands, visit Brooklyn Based. If you have questions about any of the beach essentials mentioned above, tweet at me @CrystlMeatballs.

**With all of these guides, remember you will be wearing one of the daytime outfits to your destination. And, if you’re like us, you’ll probably be wearing most or all of the accessories too.

The Hamptons

The Bag
Bodhi “Weekender” Bag $648 – Sleek and luxe, just like your favorite string of Long Island beaches

The Accessories
Cutler & Gross Sunglasses $485

Alexander McQueen Mini Ivory Western Wicca Satchel $1,595

Malene Birger Ginau Mixed Bracelet Set $165

Aldo Stewarts Earrings $12

Belle Noel by Kim Kardashian 14KT Gold Stone and Pave Cocktail Ring $38

Marimekko Unikko Pink and Red Beach Towel $85

The Daytime Pieces
T by Alexander Wang Button Down Silk Tank $140

3.1 Phillip Lim Knot Front Pleated Short $295

T by Alexander Wang Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Shirt $188

Mara Hoffman Ruffle Bustier Bikini $220

Rag & Bone Emma Short $143

Diamond by Julien Macdonald Dark Pink Palm Print Kaftan $52

Topshop Rope Tie Leg Sandals $75

The Nighttime Pieces
Diane Von Furstenberg Bicolour Wrap Dress $535

Alice + Olivia Grace Belted Stretch-Silk Dress $330

Lanvin Ankle Strap Pumps $1,050

The Catskills

The Bag
Fossil Vintage Reissue Weekender $218 – Rustic and bohemian, this bag will hold all your mountainside lake looks

The Accessories
Barbara Bui Floyd Mini Fringe Bag $595

Alexander McQueen Head Skull Necklace $595

Alexis Bittar Gold Ombre Bracelet $270

Rebecca Norman Rocky Ring $135

Linda Farrow Retro Style Sunglasses $425

The Daytime Pieces
Damir Doma Cropped Tank Top $230

Love Sam Lace Top $99

Topshop Green Flippy Skirt $55

Undrest Liberty-Print Cotton Swimsuit $275

Fly London YLVA Platform Sandal $185

Victoria’s Secret Maxi Dress $48

The Nighttime Pieces
Miss Selfridge Orange Twill Crop Jacket $73

AllSaints Aztec Dress $460

Camilla and Marc Blind Call Leopard Frock $705

Yves Saint Laurent Tribute 105 $1,395

Cape Cod

The Bag
Buti Pebbled Calf Leather Weekender Travel Bag $540 – The perfect blue to match the skies of this classic, nautical vacation destination

The Accessories
Robindira Unsworth 22k Gold Hammered Hoops $144

Cynthia Rowley Denim Frame Heart Shoulder Bag $130

Larkspur & Hawk Emma Ring $850

Rag & Bone Short Brim Beach Hat $135

Kenneth Jay Lane Starfish Gold-Tone Bangle $84

Selima Optique Andy Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses $325

The Daytime Pieces
H! by Henry Holland Beige Cropped Jersey Blouse $26

Rebecca Minkoff Hali Cut-Out Rose Print Shorts $228

Marc Jacobs Floral-Print Silk Tank $198

Karen Walker Belted Swing Skirt $180

Topshop Red & White Stripe Bandeau Cover Up $52

D&G Reversible Halterneck Bikini $300

Keds Champion Austin $50

The Nighttime Pieces
Alice + Olivia Cody Color Block Dress $368

Diane Von Furstenberg Mini Maize Silk Pleated Dress $695

Schutz Laser-Cut Platform $210

What is an absolute must-have for your Memorial Day getaway?

The weatherman is calling for mid 80s and sunny all weekend long!!

Keep it short.

*Bright striped high rise jean shorts: MinkPink

*Crop the button up shirt in shades of cerulean: Miss Selfridge

*Instead of a bra, have a small layer that welcomes unbuttoning: Topshop

*Shield the sun, but really look totally stuns in a wide patterned brim: Missoni

*Keep the shades clear and a touch catty: Cutler and Gross

*Rock the rope necklace to play with light: Proenza Schouler

*Cork wrapped in tie dye denim gives the leg a bit of coverage: Eight Twenty

Set the table bright:

*Recycled and speckled like confetti, these unbreakable dishes will make a splash. Zak Designs

*Memorial Day margaritas? Make it colorful and shatter resistant: William Sonoma

*Portable grill for guerilla grilling: Crate and Barrel

Now throw on the FashionIndie Mixtape Volume 3 and you’ve got yourself a poppin’ BBQ.

“The bombshell mantra is about feeling confident and boosting your self esteem.  This year, Victoria’s Secret made a suit that adds two cup sizes, giving you instant sexiness. The suit makes you look gorgeous and feel sexy on the beach– its is instant confidence!  Being a bombshell is about being yourself and embracing your looks and what makes you feel sexy.  When you are yourself, you are a total bombshell.”

Adriana Lima’s Bombshell Favorites…

Bronzer: VS Beach Sexy Sun Dust Bronze Shimmer Brush

Beverage: coffee!  With milk and 2 Splendas

Dessert:  Difficult questions, I love all desserts!

Nail color: midnight black

Makeup: smoky eye or red lip

Music: anything Brazilian

Designer: Dolce and Gabbana

NYC Eatery: Betrossian (?) Cafe

Complexion: drink lots of coconut water

Bombshell look: Embrace yourself, love who you are

Winter to Summer: I work out outside and sweat more in summer, it helps detoxify and clear skin

Favorite Workout routine: jump rope

Around NYC workout: Aerospace is the place!

Favorite products for staying young: smile!

1. H&M – A zig zag gem for $3.99.

2. Zingara – Bright stripe skimp.

3. L*Space – Fringe benefits of a one piece.

4. Adidas by Jeremy Scott – Get some fries to cover that shake.

5. Bambola – Squares within squares within stripes.

6. Roxy – Triangled triangles.

7. Concrete Jungle – Black and white bits.

8. Diane Von Furstenberg – Stripes like these illude optically.

9. Matthew Williamson – These shapes are a bit straggly, but super cute. Just be fit in it.

10. Mara Hoffman – Aztec two piece.

11. Dsquared2 – White looks even brighter on a tan.

12. Missoni – It’s so busy, you can get away with a little pooch until you get it together. And it’s Missoni, so it’s all good.

13. Paul Smith – Curves are cool, too.

14. Marni – Bubbled repeat on a high waist will conceal you.

15. VPL – Strap it on and make angles.

16. All Saints – Sparkle Aztec, sparkle.

If the sight of all these skimpy little things doesn’t inspire you to get off of your seat, stop blogging for a goddamn minute, quit skiving off yoga and go for a run maybe I’d be ready for a swimsuit!! Oh, wait, this is about you, not me. Yeah. Um. My memory is a little hazy. Time to start jogging.

To the office – There is nothing like a crisp, white shirt to show the world you’re in control. Pair it with a pencil skirt, power blazer and sexy heels to maximize its workplace potential.

Balmain Single Breasted Blazer $2,316, farfetch.com
Matthew Williamson Blu Pencil Leather Skirt $795, stylebop.com
Pierre Hardy Ankle Boots $1,190, thecorner.com

At the beach - Cute and comfortable, a breezy white shirt worn open over your bathing suit is a super chic beach look. A colorful bikini, embellished sandals and protective sun hat are perfect for a light lunch outside by the water.

Nine West Straw Floppy Hat $36, ninewest.com
Mara Hoffman Embroidered Bikini $334, matchesfashion.com
Steve Madden Guesst Leather Sandal $90, heels.com

Weekend brunch – What’s more adorable than putting a vintage spin on your favorite weekend dress with a loose white shirt? Take the shirttails and knot them around your waist for a carefree look. A bright pair of heels and cool sunglasses will top it off.

Topshop Black Rounded Flat Top Sunglasses $36, topshop.com
Valentino Lace Trimmed Dress $5,468, farfetch.com
Zara Satin Platform Sandal $99.90, zara.com
What are your favorite ways to wear a simple white shirt? How do you make it yours?

Indian activists burned the Australian flag while holding up photocopies of Lisa Blue’s controversial Lakshmi-print maillot from her presentation at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week held in Sydney last week.

Rajan Zed, a Hindu statesman, released a statement condemning the one-piece :

“Lakshmi was meant to be worshipped in temples or home shrines and not for pushing swimwear in fashion shows for mercantile greed of an apparel company.”

In return, Lisa Blue Swimwear issued an apology, pulled the designs and halted production of the suit, saying:

“The use of images of Goddess Lakshmi was not in any way a measure of calculated risk taking, simply it was a desire to celebrate different cultures and share that through our brand.”

And that’s exactly why you don’t celebrate different cultures. But seriously, religion is always, has always and will always be the touchiest of subjects for people, so it’s understandable that the Hindu community would be upset over the seeming commercialization of their faith.

But should Lisa Blue have stuck to her guns and kept the goddess Lakshmi bathing suit? Though she never intended the piece to be an inflammatory statement by any means, she has a right to her opinion and a right to express herself through her craft. Thoughts?

Well, either way, at least we all know a thing or two about Lisa Blue — no publicity is bad publicity.  [Daily Telegraph Australia, NY Daily News]

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LOOK FOUR: Terrestrial Nautica

The Dress: Timo Weiland, $438

On the wall, this particular Timo Weiland dress was buttoned up to the tippy top and those long pieces were tied in a knot in front. If you’ve noticed yet, I don’t like just wearing a dress; there must be another layer in order to make it truly interesting to me. I knew I had to work this spotty pocketed piecey frock from the collection “A Warf on the Baltic” into my look, but how, I pondered, what could actually enhance this already amazing slightly Saurat experiment without fighting it…?

The Bikini Top: Lisa Marie Fernandez, $360

Because of the distinctly organized layout of Début, I was able at a glance from the middle of the store to spot the very piece that would bring the dress to multi-layer perfection. The answer was hanging on the front-most display in the form of a bikini top. As this is by Lisa Marie Fernandez, I know it will look entirely acceptable, if not futuristically fantastic, to wear swimwear as real clothes. I zipped myself into the maleable, even more wetsuit inspired cropped halter and closed it to the collar with the large plastic zipper and velcro strap.

The Bracelets: Brook & Lyn, $110

I had been lusting after this jewelry since the moment I walked in. Made from slates of agate that designer Mimi Jung found happenstance on her journey through Hong Kong, her line Brook & Lyn features these slabs of crystalized rock. Encased within either black or white woven rope, they form the collection entitled “Surrounded by Day and Night”. I selected two of the bracelets, in both teal-to-sea-foam and aqua blue to complement the frenzy of colors that this outfit creates.

Can you dig this neoprene top + chiffon dress combination? I’d love your thoughts.

Check tomorrow for my last look at Début. Teaser: Parachute Nylon.

Début | 298 Mulberry Street, New York, NY 10012

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LOOK ONE: Swim Slung Salsa

The Skirt: Heikki Salonen, $585

Look closely. This is not just a dress. In fact, it’s no dress at all, unless you were to pull that skirt up above the bosom and belt it, á la yesteryear’s silhouette. This swingy, deep pocketed, ruffled and raw chiffon hemmed skirt is by Finish-born, London-shown designer Heikki Salonen. Though the skirt looked familiarly pleasing at the waist, I’ve slung it fresh at my very low hip, stretching the length to ankle height.

The Top: Lisa Marie Fernandez, $385

The top is also, in fact, no top at all. It is a bathing suit by Lisa Marie Fernandez. Made of neoprene. The shape recalls forties swimwear while the material calls more for a surf instructor and/or scuba gear. Wear it to swim, wear it to dinner. If you were Gaga, you’d wear it alone to both.

The Necklace: Orly Genger by Jaclyn Mayer, $325

The black and white speckled neon rope tied necklace topped the texture twist. This innovative jewelry from Orly Genger by Jaclyn Mayer is made of entirely hand woven climbing ropes; the knotting techniques are stemmed from those used in artist Orly Genger’s sculptures. The jewelry is a collaborative effort of the two.

Check back tomorrow for another fresh look, and more information about Début.

Début | 298 Mulberry Street, New York, NY 10012

Congrats on the weight loss, hopefully you’ve managed it without surgery and puking up your chicken ceasars.

LINK LOVE: Jezebel

The Canadian Bombshell Jessiann Gravel looks amazing in this bikini spread for Elle Canada. View the entire gallery on ENVY

LINK LOVE: 2photo

SOURCE: Hollywood Tuna

It’s already practically summertime here in Cali, a sign that bikini shopping season has descended upon us. But even if you live in more frigid climates where spring showers are the norm right now, it’s still not too early to get ready for beach cruising, late-night pool parties and any other reason to preen around half-naked. LA designers Scarlett Chorvat and Alison Renner have created a covetable collection of fresh, edgy bikinis that utilize inventive, lightweight fabrics, playful prints and vivid colors. The Shimmi Collection pieces evoke a sexy, cutting-edge spirit in that effortless unassuming sort of way, but is nonetheless crazy stylish. Just another reason to stop dawdling and shed that winter flab ‘cause we all know that backfat ain’t cute, girl.

I was actually not feeling well today, hence the tons of posting I did, but this has completely brightened up my life, I am still laughing, thought I’d share the joy.

LINKAGE: Dlisted

Mara Hoffman Ruched Bikini FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Best accessorized with a poolside lounge-chair and a trashy read. Bikini set. Top features crossover detail at bust and hook-and-eye closure at back. Ruching and boning at sides. Removable straps. Bottoms feature crossover detail at front and back and ruching at sides. Lined. 80% nylon/20% spandex. Hand wash. Made in the U.S.A. – Red

White

Rosa Cha Matrix Bikini FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. What seems simple at first glance reveals so much more at the second. Bikini set. Halter top features ruching, twist detail, and keyhole at triangle cups. Straps tie behind neck and at back. Bottoms feature ruching and drawstring detail at waist. Lined. Shell: 76% polyamide/24% elastane. Lining: 100% polyamide. Hand wash cold. Made in Brazil. – White

and Blue

Rosa Cha Ring Bottom Bikini FREE SHIPPING at shopbop.com. Rosa Cha brings a certain sophistication to a classic beach bunny style. Bikini set. Halter top features ruching at molded triangle cups. Straps tie behind neck and at back. Bottoms feature tie and ring detail at sides. Lined. Shell: 85% polyamide/15% elastane. Lining: 100% polyamide. Hand wash cold. Made in Brazil. – Blue