Somewhere beyond the sea... (ft. ForLunaSwimwear) + GIVEAWAY

Aloha, lovelies! Since having my baby back in January I haven't had the guts to sport a swimming costume or bikini. Having a baby changes your body undoubtedly so I am still getting use to my extra curves and my new shape. I had no idea about what swimwear would suit me and spent ages trying to find something that I knew would flatter me. I had always loved the vintage-style swimming costumes as they just looked so beautiful, feminine and were also quite modest but I could only ever find them in America much to my disappointment... Until I came across ForLuna. ForLuna stocks the infamous Esther Williams swimsuits and bikinis here in the UK in a massive range of colours and prints. There really is something for everyone. However, it was love at first sight when I saw the Emerald Green Jewel Swimsuit. It is a colour that I haven't really ever seen on a swimsuit before and it is one of my favourite shades. A lush alternative to the standard black's and navy's. This is one of those colours that flatters everyone no matter what your skin tone which makes me love it even more.

1940s Lana Dress by Vivien Of Holloway

Aloha, you gorgeous bunch! A lot of awesome things have been happening at Atomic Amber HQ and I have a feeling this year is going to be an amazing one! (It already has been with the birth of my daughter and all!).  I was lucky enough to be sent the gorgeous Lana dress by Vivien Of Holloway. The Lana dress is a *stunning* 1940's style day dress with features to make any vintage-loving woman swoon. I'm not usually a 1940's gal, as you may know, but after feeling sensational whilst wearing my Glamour Bunny 1940's Maggie dress I know I had to have more forties in my life! I just felt so elegant and ladylike as soon as I put the Lana dress on.

I was advised that the Lana dress sized large so I was sent two sizes - size 10 and size 12 however Vivien of Holloway do vintage sizing so be sure to check their size chart. I could never have dreamed of fitting into the smaller size so naturally I tried on the bigger size first... It fit nicely with breathing space. I thought I would only regret it if I didn't at least try to squeeze the smaller size... Well I did... and it FIT! Very snug admittedly, but I loved the silhouette it gave me. It nipped in my waist and skimmed over my curves beautifully. After much deliberation, I decided to keep the smaller size. I like a well fitted dress - I feel it makes you stand up straight and gives great posture. So, if you're going to give the Lana a go then I would definitely suggest sizing down if you want to be nipped in at the waist!