Photos by Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
Whether you think summer is about lazy days and relaxation or sun-up to sun-down activities and time spent on the water or with friends, the beach is where you’ll find most island residents and visitors at least some point during the day. Just like the tide, there are waves of different folks you’ll see there, the morning dog-walkers, paddleboarders, families spending the day, and those who come out later to enjoy the sunset and cooler evenings. Here’s how we spend our time living the dream.
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Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
About Time Summer Feature
Is it time to go to the beach yet? Cover model Emily Vaughn is fierce in this pin-up girl inspired look. Sunglasses are from Go Fish Clothing. Her adorable retro “do” is the magic of Mary Kicklighter and Beth Hall provided the extra glam with her makeup.
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Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
For a Sunny Stroll
You’ll discover St. Simons Island is an extremely dog-friendly place if you visit the beach just after sunrise. Dog walkers are plentiful in the early morning hours. Here Jordan Andrew is clad in a "Let the Sun Shine" graphic T-shirt and a white jean skirt from Go Fish Clothing for her a.m. exercise with Bear, the island’s favorite Newfie.
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For a Paddle Ride
Tina Austin Daniel starts her day by hitting the water on one of her stand-up paddleboards. She wears a graphic tank and Inspire capri leggings designed by and featuring graphic prints of local artist Barbara Northrup, both from Love & Sweat. Sunglasses are from Go Fish Clothing. This look can go from yoga class or a morning run straight to time on the water and lunch with friends.
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Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
For Castles in the Sand
A beach trip with the boys is always an adventure for Amanda Fortune and her busy sons, Palmer and Russell. Amanda wears a tunic-style coverup from Cloister Collection, while the boys are dressed in ProDoh shirt and shorts ensembles from Cutie Patooties! How adorable are those little fishing shirts?!
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For a Solo Escape
Don’t forget to pack your sunscreen, water, a good book, and take plenty of breaks in the shade when you come out to catch some rays on a sunny day! Dayanera Sapp works on her tan in a pastel paisley bikini from Cloister Collection. Beach tote is from the resort gift shop. Umbrella and beach chairs are provided by Barry's Beach Service. Before your toes hit the sand, if you need a shady seat, call 912.638.8053. They also have sailboats, kayaks, and bike rentals available.
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For Family Fun
Afternoon is time to cool down in the pool! The Stephenson family grabs a cozy seat poolside at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. Taylor and Evie are cute as buttons in coordinating multi-color polka dot dresses from Go Fish Clothing, while Robert and Reece both sport sailboats. Robert’s button-down shirt and swim trunks are from Gentlemen’s Outfitters. Cutie Patooties supplied the swim trunks for Reece. Visor and drink koozies courtesy of the resort’s gift shop.
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Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
For Island Romance
What’s more romantic than a sunset walk on the beach? Will Duckworth and Haley Brewer get cozy at the Massengale beach access as they wait for the sun to paint the evening sky. Haley’s colorful romper, bracelets and earrings are from Wild & Personal. The adorable beach bag with tassels can be found at Cloister Collection. Will’s Southern Tide t-shirt and Vineyard Vines shorts are from Gentlemen’s Outfitters.
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Annaliese Kondo, Studio Pixel Pop
For a Seaside Soiree
Whether gathering for a special occasion or a casual seaside dinner with friends, with a Sea Island Forge fire kettle, you can enjoy a bonfire, toast marshmallows for s’mores, or add a grate for roasting oysters. A pretty tablescape is made easy with linens, lanterns, candles, plate stand and Melamine plates, tray, and other accessories from St. Simons Drug Co. The wicker turtle and metal boat are as handy as they are delightful, doubling as drink coolers and extra storage space! (You can even use them as planters!) Indoor/outdoor pillows in beach themes add a touch of color. St. Simons Drug Co. has everything you need for your parties at home or at the beach. Patty Rogers of A Courtyard Floriest created the gorgeous floral arrangement. Thank you to Jackie Sipe, Steve and Sandy Schoettle, Virginia Schlegel, John and Deanna Carrillo, Kelley and Duke Royer, and Beth and Dennis O’Connor for coming out and spending your time with us.
OUR GRATITUDE TO:
Bud St. Pierre and the staff at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort for becoming our home away from home for the day, perfect beach access and a staging room with a view! We especially thank Patrick Herhusky for helping with everything from carrying paddleboards to keeping a busy toddler entertained, you rock! Our hair and makeup angels, Mary Kicklighter and Beth Kicklighter Hall of Kicklighter-Hall Salon and Elizabeth Lee Makeup, enhanced the beauty of our lovely models. Margeé Theiler, we always appreciate your extra set of hands! And to our participating vendors who let us showcase their products, clothing, and accessories, and our fabulous models, we couldn’t have done it without you!
