Miami in mind

Whether you are a Tubbs and Crocket fan or strictly a Dexter kind of girl, there's no deny the appeal of Miami, the city that hosts Mercedes Benz Fashion Week SWIM this week. In honor of this sun-tastic locale we are rounding up our favorite hot weather pieces , perfect for a weekend get-a-way or a prolonged place in the sun.

Light green monokini $150 at crochetkini/Image courtesy of crochetkini

Crocheted monokini from Crochetini.

San Francisco based Crochetini creates custom made-to order woven swimsuits that fresh and fun for the sun. Although not recommended for chlorine pools,  due to potential bleaching, the company assures us that these stop-and-stare styles won't shrink or stretch after getting wet.

Image courtesy of Sarah Swell Jewelry

Fishbone Earrings from Sarah Swell Jewelry

Oakland based Sarah Swell, creates breathtaking oceanic-inspired pieces that are look like  eons-old museum fossils, but are in fact delicately hammered out of sterling silver in the designer's studio.   Our favorite piece, these Fishbone earrings, that are both exotic and downright aquatic.  $215 at Sarah Swell's online store.

Lenna Sandal by Eileen Shields/Image: Mark Orange for Eileen FisherLenna  sandal by Eileen Shields

Born in NYC, and raised in Ireland, designer Eileen Fisher is making waves across the pond with her gorgeous edgy designs that have been called "delectable" by British Vogue. The Lenna sandal, with it's art-meets architectural construction showcases Shields' eye for lines and angles. $465 at the official Eileen Shields online store. 

Peter Pilotto wrap dress $1,013 at Opening Ceremony/Image courtesy of Opening Ceremony

Peter Pilotto wrap dress

A beachy print with a super modern twist this summery sundress by Peter Pilotto easily transitions from afternoon to evening and adds just a hint of  seaside to the most urban of wardrobes. $1,013 at Opening Ceremony.

Marc Jacobs Surfboard /Image courtesy of Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs Surfboard

Chanel may have crossed over to the surf and sand market first, with their board, but it takes Marc to make something fabulous!  $1785 at Marc Jacobs stores.