I’m happy to report that our long weekend away to a resort in Mexico was a wonderful respite from house construction! It was a brief but satisfying trip, with brilliant weather, stellar company, great food and drink, a wonderful spa session, and poolside relaxation.

My new “resort” swimwear capsule worked out very well. I felt about as good as a soft-bodied, middle-aged, blindingly-white-skinned woman can feel amongst the young and slim and tanned instagram ladies, LOL. In seriousness, I did feel happy enough in my new bikinis. I was realizing I may be due for a new set of coverups at this point — old favorites seemed a little shabby once I tried wearing them with my new suits. I defaulted to one patterned pareo, and think I need to buy another at some point.

My other new items, the sandals and the Zara pants, also worked out very well. My old straw tote worked well, but is starting to show signs of wear — stretching out a bit near where the straps attach to the bag. It’s hard to find a good woven straw tote that has a zip close, isn’t stiff or bulky, and isn’t scratchy with rough edges that snag on clothes!

There is another item I decided I want before the next trip like this — one of those clips that holds your hat on your bag, so you don’t have to cram a hat into a suitcase or tote, or carry it separately. If anyone has one and recommends a specific brand, let me know!

ETA pics