LATE SUMMER BEACH CHIC

We're on the last lap of summer out here in California where Beach Wedding season can go from early March and as late as November if its a good year. Whether you re planning a destination wedding in the tropics or coast wedding in California, Mexico or somewhere else exotic, check out these beach-worthy gowns and accessories. Chanel on the beach? Who'da thought?

Chanel

Amsale

In one of my very favorite fabrics, point d'esprit

this halter gown by Amsale has the halter neckline so synonymous with beach wear and summer chic.

Angel Sanchez

White silk satin and organza tulle gown with whisper gray lining, taffeta ribbon and crystal embroidery.

Angel Sanchez

echo design

iridescent head wrap/scarf by echo design. Jewelry by Stephen Dweck.

Youlin

Gold silk satin and beaded lace gown by Youlin.

Helen Kaminski

Raffia braided clutch with hand-cut glass crystals.

Anne Barge

A beautiful opalescent strapless chiffon with gathered skirt. Pink and silver striped chiffon wrap by elizabethfillett.com

Eric Javits

The white picture hat--a classic; this one by Eric Javits donning a thin gold chain. Great for keeping the sun off. The earrings are gold mother of pearl and blue topaz by Simon Alcantara .