ANI bikinis

TUMBLR....

2011-08-26T16:16:00.001-07:00

We're going VIRAL...

Check out ANIBIKINIS ON TUMBLR

HOLLER.

---F I E S T A ---F I E S T A---

2011-08-12T20:07:00.000-07:00

We may have had a little bit too much fun a couple Sundays ago with the ALOHASUNDAYS crew... i mean can you ever have too much fun? I think not.

ANI bikinis and ALOHASUNDAYS pretty much took over at the W HOTEL HIGH DIVE POOL PARTY..

Never a dull moment with these kids... I think all of our bodies were sore from heavy dancing.
So much love to all the homies. Life is so good.

Happy Friday.
xo

*Photos via JAMES ADAMS and DISCOVERSD

\\\\\\\\S E X Y T H I N G S///////////

2011-08-09T20:41:00.000-07:00

Cleanin out the desktop... So many sexy good things hiding in there.

MOVE.LEARN.EAT

2011-08-08T19:40:00.000-07:00

Watch them all, one by one. If you're not inspired to get up and do something, anything, then there's something wrong with you.

**Might be the most amazing videos I've ever seen. What an experience. Confirms my relationship with the "travel bug". I think I need to get out of here again. (AFTER vegas that is..)

Im obsessed.
Thank you Andrew, Tim, and Rick for most ridiculous inspiration ever while sitting on my couch.

Cheers.
xo

SUCH---A---TEASE

2011-07-29T08:16:00.001-07:00

POOLtime...

2011-07-25T18:48:00.000-07:00

literally.

ANI BIKINIS WILL BE DEBUTING ss2012 COLLECTION [LOVE STREET] AT POOL TRADESHOW IN LAS VEGAS THIS YEAR.

KIND OF EXCITED FOR THIS ONE.

SEE YOU THERE.
XO

IIIIIHIGHIIIIIDESERTIIII

2011-07-20T18:13:00.000-07:00

I'm in complete and utter amazement of how well our photoshoot went yesterday. We definitely got weird being out in 100+ degree weather in the middle of nowhere all day, but totally worth it to say the least..

SS2012 [ANI bikinis] will be show stoppers. SOO GOOD. Almost too good. Thank you so much to the most amazing crew ever..

Take a little look-see at the magic that went down.

Super smokin hot. Pun intended :)
Happy Wednesday lovers.
xo

////M O D city////

2011-07-16T14:04:00.000-07:00

V O L C O M put on a hell of a party (as usual) the other night where they debuted their 2012 Swim Collection..

Models were strutting, Party was pumping, Drinks were flowing, and everyone was on a good one.

Cheers VOLCOM, you did me good, with a bottle of JACK...

And goodnight...
xo

:P A R T Y : T I M E: (again)

2011-07-12T22:04:00.000-07:00

This will be a guaranteed good time...

COOL CATS AND SAUCY LADIES:

GET IN TO ALOHA SUNDAY FOR SOME TASTY CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS AND GOOD OL' FASHIONED FUN.

ANI BIKINIS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO TRY ON, MIX & MATCH, AND PURCHASE AT SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL PRICING.

THE SUN IS HOT
THE BREEZE IS COOL
THE WAVES ARE PEELING
BIKINIS ARE READY FOR YOU :)

SEE YOU ON SUNDAY LOVERS XXOO

JULY 17, 2011
2PM - 5PM
ALOHA SUNDAY
3118 UNIVERSITY AVE
NORTH PARK - SAN DIEGO

*PLEASE RSVP. SHARE WITH FRIENDS. RETWEET. REBLOG. EMAIL ANI@ANIBIKINIS.COM FOR ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OR INFORMATIO

ANIBIKINIS x BATHINGNEWS

2011-07-06T18:13:00.000-07:00

Tala Kolb of BATHINGNEWS is such a gem. Probably one of the sweetest girls I've ever met, as well as a huge lover of all things "bikini".

Her BLOG is a huge inspiration for any designer, as well as a way to stay in "the know" of all new up and comers (such as myself). She's radical.
Thanks for the love Tala.

Stay tuned for more ANIbikinis x BATHINGNEWS love.

::::::::::::::::::::::::buenosDIAS..

2011-07-05T22:59:00.000-07:00

My friends out in NEWYORK birthed the most insane little shop in MONTAUK

ANI bikinis among other rad brands and vintage finds will be housed for your viewing/buying pleasure..

Check out photos from their opening party this weekend.

Cant WAIT to get out there in a couple weeks... SO MUCH more to come.
TYEDYE FRINGE SWOOP ONE-PIECE AVAILABLE AT:
BUENOSDIAS SURF SHACK xo

.WEAREGOODAGOODTIME.

2011-07-05T22:44:00.000-07:00

I had a good weekend celebrating being born in the USA...

Kinda had the perfect time making the party with good friends, strong drinks, killer tunes, tasty waves, and lots of sunshine.

Heres to the goodlife.
What'd you guys do?

Happy Summer kids. show me those ANI bikinis.

))FOURTH((

2011-07-03T10:50:00.000-07:00

RIVIERA:MAG

2011-06-30T21:40:00.000-07:00

Found this little write up on ANI bikinis in RIVIERA MAG the other day. You can flip through the Digital edition, or go grab a copy at your local coffee shop or boutique.

Kinda cool to be published again, especially on the same page as my buds ALOHA SUNDAY, who just so happen to carry ANI bikinis.

Its been a loooong couple of days getting back into the groove of being home from paradise. Looking forward to the Holiday Weekend! Hope you all will be rockin your ANI bikinis...and sendin me photos.

xo

(((LOVE))) in :BLACK&WHITE:

2011-06-29T23:08:00.000-07:00

LOVE IN LIVING COLOR.
XO

PINEAPPLE:PRINCESS

2011-06-29T17:32:00.000-07:00

I ended up on the North Shore for a few days with some of my best galpals.

Amazing is an understatement.

Probably one of the best trips to the North Shore I've ever had, and that's huge coming from me.
The sunsets were the biggest inspiration I could ask for. I saw colors I'd never seen and was in complete and utter AWE every night.

Obviously, ANI bikinis were represented by my babe friends, and you may even see a few new pieces in there :)

Enjoyxo

.saltwater.sand.beach.bikinis.ocean.palmtrees.bikinis.love.

2011-06-23T12:53:00.000-07:00

While waiting for a flight to any tropical place in the world... I've decided to cleanout my desktop.
I have the ability to call it "work". Im getting inspiration right? As well as free advertising while running around in ANI bikinis.
Can you tell I'm a little anxious to get outta here? I know I just got back from CABO, but I have this disease called the "travelbug". And while planning my trip to Spain/Northern France, I realized all flights are full and there is no way for me to get that far (I fly standby... its a love/hate relationship)

So Anyways I was able to grab a couple girlfriends and head out the the beautiful beaches of _________... Ill tell you when I get there :)

But in the meantime, here's some sexy images I've collected for you to chew on.

Happy Summer xo

S U M M E R-S A L E and S U M M E R-S A S S

2011-06-20T19:37:00.000-07:00

Tomorrow is the FIRST OFFICIAL DAY OF SUMMER!!!

...you know what that means...
HAPPY NATIONAL BIKINI DAY!!!!!!

To celebrate, ANI bikinis is offering 15% off ALL bikinis for the next few days!

You can email me: ANI@anibikinis.com
or visit my ETSY store and use promo code "SUMMER"

*suits are selling out fast, so get your orders in!

Happy Summer Friends.
Lots of love
xoxoxoxoxoxo

lll D E S I G N lll FOR lll H U M A N I T Y lll

2011-06-20T18:12:00.000-07:00

Last week I was invited to check out the BILLABONG DESIGN FOR HUMANITY event up in Hollywood at the Paramount Pictures Studios...

The event was insane. So many people, all there to support some sexy bikinis, Edward Sharpe, and a good cause.

2011 Design For Humanity fashion, music, art event from Billabong Girls on Vimeo.

I had an awesome time and was stoked to be apart of such a huge event. Good kick off to the summer.
xo

::::BIKINI PARTY:::

2011-06-20T17:53:00.000-07:00

ANI bikinis hosted a fun BIKINI/POOL party last weekend...

We had lots of fun having new girls come try suits on and fall in love. The sun was on our side for most of the day... but low and behold, "June Gloom" came in and scared everyone away in the early evening.

SO, we drank some skinny girl margs and enjoyed a little jacuzzi time.

Thanks to everyone who came out!!

xo
ANI

III Italian III Vogue III Beauty III Story III

2011-06-16T14:18:00.000-07:00

Im obsessed with this video.

Italian Vogue Beauty Story from Greg Kadel Studios on Vimeo.

All videos from Greg Kadel are insane.

Im putting together my inspiration board for my 2012 Collection shoot...my new bikinis are amazing (at least I think so :))... And I know my vision for the new collection shoot, video, marketing, everything will be epic. Bringing a vintage edge to new school aesthetic... im soooooo looking forward to it.

Stay tuned kids
xo

A N I bikinis goes to C A B O

2011-06-07T10:20:00.000-07:00

Just got home from a Mexican getaway with some of my favorite lady friends. 5 Days in Cabo San Lucas, could you ask for much more?

Perfect weather, strong drinks, lots of lobster, and lots of sunscreen...SO much fun.

ANI bikinis loookin mighty fine if I don't say so myself.

Now back to work..I hope you're all ready for BIKINI PARTY this weekend! Im so excited.

xo
ANI

SAVE_THE_DATE

2011-05-29T14:49:00.000-07:00

SO, if you're in the mood for bikini shopping, champagne cocktails, bronzing poolside, and hot dudes at your service... you should come to my BIKINI PARTY!!!

It'll be a fun time. More details to be announced soon, but all you need to do at this point is SAVE_THE_DATE.

Happy Memorial Day Weekend lovers... Have you shopped my SALE yet?
VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV

M E M O R I A L D A Y W E E K E N D

2011-05-27T21:11:00.000-07:00

HEY friends...

Have you heard about the MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND sale I'm having?

All bikinis are 15% off. Just in time for the smokin hot summer season.

You can email ANI@ANIbikinis.com to place an order.
or go to my ETSY store and use the HIGHFIVE promo code. and when you place an order...I'll give you a "HIGHFIVE" :).

Happy Weekend Lovers.
xo

:::::S U N D A Y S : A R E : F U N D A Y S::::::

2011-05-16T12:45:00.000-07:00

If you haven't yet checked out ALOHA SUNDAY in NorthPark...you should go do so, TODAY!

ANI bikinis sold exclusively at ALOHA SUNDAY.

yummy
xo

Photos by Beth Van Boxtel

',',',','A L O H A S U N D A Y',',',',

2011-05-03T20:28:00.000-07:00

A couple of my buddies are opening up a shop this Saturday. I am so beyond stoked for them!! This place is exactly what we need in San Diego! Their vision, concept, design, and style is everything that is missing here and I cannot wait to see and hear the good words spread all over.

Come hang out at their official WELCOMING PARTY this Saturday night. Perfect kickoff to the summer.

You can also shop my current collection there as well! ANI bikinis x ALOHA Sundays = Match Made In Heaven... So come celebrate my friends!!

Yeow
xo

lllPhotolllShootinglll

2011-05-02T23:04:00.000-07:00

Last week I took some photos (or rather had some photos taken) of me by one of my favorite girl-friends. Erica, of ACRES OF HOPE PHOTOGRAPHY, and I got together to do some sort of "business profile" shots and man is she one talented lady. I have to admit it's a little strange being in front of the camera, when I'm so comfortable styling others on the other side... But I think Erica makes it so easy :D Here's a preview..I can't wait to see alll of them!

Let me know what you guys think!

Thanks Erica!! You're seriously amazing!

[[[CALIFORNiASUNRiSE]]]

2011-04-27T12:45:00.000-07:00

If you listen to/watch this video every morning, your days will continually get better and better.

SO ready for SUMMER IN CA

xo
ANI

F I N A L L Y

2011-04-26T15:19:00.000-07:00

So I've finally gotten around to putting up my online store!! I apologize for it taking me FOREVER! But definitely worth the wait!!

There is a only a limited supply of inventory online, so get them While they're HOT!!

{{{{{{SHOP ANI BIKINIS}}}}}

Also, Stay tuned for new retailers in San Diego and Orange County. And new summer styles :)

Happy Shopping Lovers xo

.S P R I N G C L E A N I N G.

2011-04-22T12:28:00.000-07:00

HAPPY WEEKEND <3

[[[A C E]]]

2011-04-19T21:19:00.000-07:00

So I dont think I could've asked for a more beautiful weekend here in SAN DIEGO... unfortunately the weather took a weird turn on Monday and got all gloomy, so I decided to head out on a daycation at the ACE HOTEL in Palm Springs. There were still a few hungover COACHELLA stragglers... but the crowd had dispersed for the most part and I had a nice relaxing day and a half in the sunshine :D.

ACE HOTEL is one of my favorite places to be out in the desert, simply for its ambiance... I'd love to do an event out there at the COMUNE. So much throw-back goodness. I love it.

Now back to work!!
Bikinis are sellin' like hotcakes! Stay tuned for a giveaway this week...
XO
ANI

::B I K I N I::::B I R D::

2011-04-15T08:34:00.000-07:00

ANI bikinis has been featured on BIKINIBIRD!!

BIKINIBIRD is an awesome blog involving all things bikini. They feature up and coming designers (like myself :)), along with many other new collections, accessories, getaways, and other features having to do with bikini-wearing.

They also do a lot of give aways so stay tuned for an ANI bikinis giveaway!!

Happy Friday Friends.. Hope all you Coachella-ians have fun out there rockin your ANI bikinis..

xo

PROMO:COACHELLA:PROMO

2011-04-06T16:00:00.000-07:00

::Illustrated::

2011-04-03T19:02:00.000-07:00

So one of my bestest friends KELLI MURRAY LARSON is probably the most creative, talented, beautiful, stylish, classy, and raddest girls I know. Im inspired almost everyday by her creativity and her sweetness.

Kelli has recently been putting together the cutest outfits, and accompanying them with her own illustrations. I die over them. You may remember the "mini me" illustration she did for me HERE.

Anyway...Check out her stylish little animated "self" below.

Also be sure to check out her BLOG! She is currently about 5 months pregnant (although you would barely be able to tell...) and I CANNOT wait for that little piece of heaven to arrive :)

Love ya kellbell<3
xo

:IN.THE.DETAILS:

2011-03-31T09:27:00.000-07:00

Today's inspiration is my love, MARA HOFFMAN.

She's ridiculously, insanely, beautifully talented and I love basically everything she does. She is so detail oriented and her construction and execution of every piece is exquisite.

MARA inspires me to take the extra time to create the best pieces that I can. OH MARA...I love thee.

xo

:MERMAID:

2011-03-29T23:43:00.000-07:00

So, I picked up the new SURFING MAGAZINE'S 2011 SWIM ISSUE today, and low and behold...ANI bikinis featured on a 2 page centerspread!!

It's a pretty exciting thing for me as a designer to see my pieces published :)

So many other amazing bikinis and designers featured I'm so excited for everyone included! Such a beautiful issue and B-E-A-YOO-T-FUL girls.

Just a couple snippets I stole from the video shown below...

Hopefully post images from the issue soon!

Go grab a copy! Hit newstands today!
xo

Bangin.Ladies.in.bangin.bikinis.

2011-03-28T18:26:00.000-07:00

Check out the cover and new video for SURFING MAGAZINE SWIM ISSUE 2011...

I spy a little ANI bikinis action, as well as some other amazing designs from some of my favorites, MIKOH, TYLER ROSE, and ACACIA swimwear.

If the video looks this good, I can't WAIT to see the photos! Issue comes out APRIL 5!!

xo

.ICONIC::swimwear.

2011-03-24T10:26:00.000-07:00

We've come a long way. But we can never stop appreciating where and how swimwear originated and who made it look good.

[Brigitte Bardot, The Girl In The Bikini, 1952] [Deborah Kerr, From Here to Eternity,1953]

[((RIP)) Elizabeth Taylor, Suddenly, Last Summer, 1959] [Ursula Andress, Dr. No,1962]

[Annette Funicello, Beach Party, 1963] [Sally Field, Gidget,1965]

[Pam Grier, Coffy,1973] [Raquel Welch, One Million Years B.C.,1966]

[Farrah Fawcett, 1976] [Bo Derek, 10, 1979]

[Phoebe Cates, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, 1982] [Pamela Anderson, Baywatch, 1995]

[Kate Bosworth, Blue Crush, 2002] [Demi Moore, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, 2003]

Lookin good ladies<3

xo

\\\\STOPANDSMELLTHEROSES////

2011-03-23T08:51:00.000-07:00

It's no secret that I love everything SPRING, warmer weather, cleaner air, spring blossoms, and all things floral! How many posts have I done on spring florals? I think my collection definitely relates to my love of color, pastel, and floral bouquets...

Although the weather has been a bit bi-polar this week...Hoping the rain brings all sorts of new blossoms.

Happy Hump Day.
xo

Social:Networking...

2011-03-21T10:33:00.000-07:00

Hey Friends

Dont Forget to check out my new and improved site:: ANIbikinis.com

And dont forget to "like" me on:: FACEBOOK

And dont forget to "follow" me on:: TWITTER

Lots of exciting things coming up so stay in touch, tell all your friends, and buy bikinis :)

Love to all.
xo

.Midtones.

2011-03-18T11:17:00.000-07:00

::A little dark for Spring I know, but I love the free-vide these looks are giving off. Im still oh-so into fur, and suede, and nappy hair, and bikinis.

Such babes.

Happy Friday lovers.
Check out my new and improved ANIBIKINIS

xo

::Inspiration::

2011-03-13T12:57:00.000-07:00

:::::GET:CONNECTED:::::

2011-03-13T10:06:00.000-07:00

ANI bikinis on

FACEBOOK

and

TWITTER

Spread the Love my Friends!
Happy Sunday!

xo

::Go.with.the.Flow::

2011-03-13T09:45:00.000-07:00

It's a busy time of year in the bikini business. I've been working (maybe almost too hard) on setting everything up for the unveiling of the new site and online store. Im also trying to lead some sort of normal social life, organize a new work studio, and maintain decent grades in my last semester of school ever (spent almost a decade now in school).
Im excited to pick up the pace a little bit in the next coming months and flow on into the Spring and Summer warmth. Bikini season is closer than ever and Im anticipating to see ladies all over looking saucy in their ANI bikinis.
Stay tuned for the unveiling of the new site, and online store!!

xo

Teaser...

2011-02-22T21:08:00.001-08:00

.Looks.to.love.

2011-02-22T20:01:00.000-08:00

OMG Im in L O V E with these looks...

I'd wear them all in rotation day after day until I die.

twelfth street by cynthia vincent...you've got me.
xo
ANI

Party?

2011-02-19T15:17:00.001-08:00

If you're not doing anything next sunday, or even if you are...you should come party with me and a couple babes at the W hotel downtown San Diego.

Babes in bikinis, mimosas on ice, and a sunshine in February..
You'll also be able to peruse collections from yours truly (and place orders), Rey Swimwear, and Vo.cab.u.lary boutique.

Get your sunday funday started on time and full of class.

See you there at 11:30 AM!
xo

.Lovers.

2011-02-14T07:38:00.000-08:00

Happy VDAY to all you lovers.

xo
ANI

Get.Some....

2011-02-10T21:45:00.000-08:00

In.her.shoes.

2011-02-08T22:06:00.000-08:00

Amidst my 25 hour work days...Im thinking about my next vacation..which cannot come soon enough.

Im hoping to get someplace a little closer to the equator in early March, right after the fashion show I've been telling you all about :)

Coming across this photo just makes me want to leave even sooner.. This chick's got steeze...and I'd love to take an exoticly glamorous vacation and walk down white sand beaches in her shoes

Any and all suggestions are appreciated..
xo
ANI

Clear.your.schedules.

2011-02-07T23:17:00.000-08:00

*More information on the way... All you need to do at this point, is save the date :)

xo

pure.comfort

2011-02-05T12:10:00.000-08:00

*Creatures of Comfort Spring 2011*
I die.
xo

Stop.for.a.minute.and.clean.your.teeth.

2011-02-02T11:48:00.000-08:00

I've been holding out for a while on sharing this video.
I may be biased, but I think it's amazing...

Please Enjoy.

Model: Taylor King
Video Edit: Isaac Zoller
Song: Cotton Jones- Stop for a minute

xo
ANI

White.Summer.

2011-02-01T22:05:00.000-08:00

Im loving these looks right now. With this current indian summer craze in socal and/or mini exotic vacations to the tropics, and a budding "bikini life" career, I find myself always drawn to free-flowing airy pieces. Especially in neutral tones. Sure my collection speaks more of pastel colors and textured fabrics, but when it comes to my wardrobe, I like to keep things a bit more simple on the color wheel.

I just can't get enough. I could spend the rest of my life in a tyedye fringe bikini, torn up denim shorts, and an oversized cream blouse.

Someday :)
Happy Almost Spring
ANI

Also...

2011-01-31T11:27:00.001-08:00

Im featured in an event FEB 27 in DOWNTOWN San Diego.

Come preview the collection....sip some champagne, and buy some bikinis :)

xo
ANI

PREORDER! PREORDER! PREORDER!

2011-01-31T11:13:00.001-08:00

ANI bikinis officially for sale for preorder!
Email me, call me, text me, send me a message, get ahold of me and tell me what you dig, and we'll get you suited up!

Spring is coming, summer is coming, coachella, spring break, warm weather/hot weather, vacations, weekend getaways, whatever you think you need a bangin, saucy, sexy, babelicious bikini for, Im here for you!

Order by February 10 and receive 10% off your order!

ani@anibikinis.com
www.anibikinis.com

Bikinis available for sale online March 1.

Send me and email :)
Happy Monday.

ANI.went.to.HAW.Aii.

2011-01-30T21:41:00.000-08:00

I can easily say that I have a terrible case of the travel bug... I have a hard time staying in one place for very long and even if I'm able to get away for a couple days, I'm happy.

What better place to get away for "business" to in the middle of January than to the North Shore of Hawaii?
20+ foot waves, perfect weather, lots of bikinis, cold beers, and plenty of egg sammys at Ted's Bakery.

I feel so at home in Hawaii, since i grew up spending so much time surfing there with friends and family when I was younger, and i rarely get back, but it's always an amazing time when I do.

My heart is in Hawaii.
xo
ANI

.aloha.mahalo.aloha.mahalo.

2011-01-28T17:31:00.000-08:00

Just a little bit of fun...

my.apologies

2011-01-25T23:06:00.000-08:00

I've been on the north shore of hawaii for the past few days...internetless.

new posts on the way.

xo
aloha
ani

2011-01-12T12:44:00.000-08:00

I spent time in Tahoe with my family for the Christmas Holiday... I had the most amazing time both hanging with the fam, and riding the snow all day, everyday.

My brother took some insane time-exposure shots of the star-filled sky outside our place on Christmas eve and heres what came out..

We have an amazing universe. Im obsessed with these photos.
xo
ANI

.1.11.11.

2011-01-11T21:37:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! I hope all you have had an amazing first couple weeks of 2011.
I know I have! Busy, but amazing.
First things first...clean up time!
Just want to share a collection of images i've gathered over the past few months
and may have forgotten to post, but have nonetheless been inspired by.

So here we gooooo...

xoxo
ANI

[Happy.Christmas]

2010-12-25T08:23:00.000-08:00

Happy Christmas friends and followers. I hope everyone has an amazing Holiday with their families and loved ones.

Im sending all my love from Lake Tahoe. It's perfectly beautiful out here. If I weren't in the bikini business, I'd stay here forever.

Love you all.
Thank you for the love and support this past year.
It's been amazing and there's only more goodness to come.

Happy Holidays
xo
ANI

Coming.Soon.........

2010-12-09T20:32:00.000-08:00

Hello friends...

I am so sorry to neglect my blog.
I have been so completely consumed with school the past few weeks.
I've almost made it a point to discipline myself to not blog, weird I know,
but I need to focus on school...
for one more week,
then it's back to biz-nass.

I have so much to share,
and you will not be disappointed.

Until then....

xo
ANI

So.Thankful

2010-11-25T13:40:00.000-08:00

Give Thanks! Eat Lots! Enjoy!

Happy Thanksgiving
xo
ANI

Sneak.a.peeK

2010-11-17T12:13:00.001-08:00

Yesterday's shoot was a total success!

I had an amazing group of people working on making the swimwear look its best! Here's a couple behind the scene shots I took with my phone.
Can't WAIT to see the finished product.

Thanks again everyone who helped!
xo
ANI

Duh.

2010-11-09T06:57:00.000-08:00

I know I talk a lot about all the great people in my life. But I really do, have the most amazing people in my life. People that encourage, people that inspire, people that love, people with passion, people with a story, people with swagger, people worth talking to, people who take the time to hear my story, my passion, and my thoughts, people of style, people of grace, some simply amazing people.
Cheers to that!
xo

a.little.place.called.heaven.

2010-11-08T13:14:00.000-08:00

...or hicksville in this case. A new girlfriend of mine introduced me to this little gem in the middle of nowhere, and im kinda thrilled about it.

Imagine the possibilities this place could bring to the 2012 Collection! I don't want to give up what I've been working on, which may or may not include motorcycles and headresses (as in previous posts), but I think place is magical and inspiring and I can't wait for the things that are coming up for ANI bikinis!

Yeow!
xo

Mustache.Motorcycle

2010-11-08T13:06:00.000-08:00

My best friend Kelli threw a surprise party for the man of her dreams/husband this past weekend. We all chipped in a got him a "new" vintage motorcycle. It's easy to say we all had a rad time and that Sam was utterly surprised not only by the sight of his closest friends/family all wearing mustaches, but by his brand new toy :)
I too am kind of obsessed with the new moto and would like to borrow it for a future photoshoot for the 2012 collection.
Take a look at that beauty...

Happy bday SLAMMER!

xo

Furr-galicious

2010-10-27T21:35:00.000-07:00

Hi blog, it's been a while. I've been on an inspiration/designing/working/schooling streak and it's been hard to get a free minute to spend quality time with you. But, I'm back to give you some love.

My latest obsession...fur. I picked up some amazing pieces of vintage fur this past weekend...before heading to the fanciest dive bar in town to drink white russians and swoon over my new purchases. I think fur is a necessity in my closet, which is strange since I live in Southern California. But I love it.

I love you fur. You never do me wrong.
xo

Roses.are.Red.

2010-10-08T18:50:00.000-07:00

Inspire.me.

2010-10-06T11:31:00.000-07:00

Via: Seventh Wonderland.

As the leaves fall and the anticipation of snow season sets in here on the West Coast, the weather is heatin up down under. I've been following Australian based Seventh Wonderland and gaining inspiration for a while now. I'm in LOVE with their crochet cut-out designs and unique detailing.

I'm hoping the future takes me down under to share designs and warm up when things get chilly up here.

Happy Wednesday.
xo

Autumn.Love

2010-10-03T22:39:00.000-07:00

One of my oldest and dearest friends Dana got married to the man of her dreams this weekend (on my birthday!) and I about died at the wedding it was so beautiful.
Heres just a few snap shots taken with many more on the way.

Loves you Dana Saunders
xo

25.and.still.alive.

2010-10-03T19:35:00.000-07:00

I turned 25 this weekend. Never thought Id see the day.

What an amazing weekend filled with family, friends, drinks, weddings, more friends, and more family.

Saw these clouds smilin at me today and snapped a photo.

Excited for what 25 years of life will bring me.
Cheers
xo

Dorothy.Parker.

2010-09-30T11:20:00.000-07:00

*Damn Dorothy, you cut to the core of me.

Cherokee.People

2010-09-28T22:34:00.001-07:00

With the current collection coming to stores in Spring 2011, its time to work on the next step. It is crazy to think that not even six months ago, I was designing my first ever bikini collection, planning a fashion show, and starting my own business. Now I am working on collection number two!

The inspiration board and designs for Spring 2012 are in the works!

I have been so blessed by this experience and I can't wait for the things that are coming up for me!

2012 may just bring headdresses, feathers, face paint, indian summers and burning sunsets to life.

Here we go!
xo

Hola.Bonita

2010-09-19T21:30:00.000-07:00

The girls and I had an amazing weekend down south of the border. One of my dearest friends (Dana soon-to-be Saunders) is set the marry the man of her dreams in a couple weeks so we celebrated one of her last weekends as a semi-single woman. Pure Relaxation was the theme of the weekend. Soaking in the sun from the rooftop patio of the chic-est condo in Mexicali with the most amazing group of girls. What a way to spend the day.

xo

Come.Fly.With.Me.

2010-09-12T22:53:00.000-07:00

As promised...

The video from the flight over Pismo Beach. Such an insane ride.

xo

Did.you.go.outside.today?

2010-09-08T19:55:00.000-07:00

It's definitely felt like FALL here the past couple days in San Diego. I heard it's gonna get warm again, but I'm not sure I believe the weathermen since this entire summer (or lack there of) has been a joke.

I think I've worn more sweaters than bikinis this summer, and with that, we transition into the Autumn season.

*Free People AW 2010.

xo

Taste.the.Vino.

2010-09-08T15:10:00.000-07:00

Running wild through the vineyards of the Central Coast was almost like being in heaven for me.

Since I like to enjoy a bottle or two of red wine every so often, it was a pleasure to experience vino in its truest form. Wine-tasting should be on everyone's "to-do" list.

xo

We.own.the.sky.

2010-09-06T21:09:00.000-07:00

Nice little sunset flight over pismo beach yesterday after the most perfect day of wine tasting.

The flight was insane. We flew over the ocean, through the dunes, around the piers, and above the coves. Seriously felt like we owned the sky.

*Video in the works...

xo

On.the.edgE

2010-09-01T21:05:00.000-07:00

I was able to kick back this weekend and enjoy myself and the weather.

Since school has officially started again (my last semester ever) I am definitely keeping myself busy and I am trying to make the most of every free minute I have to be inspired by everything around me.
Ill be heading up to Santa Barbara this weekend and I am really looking forward to the drive north. Both to check out boutiques along the way that may be a perfect fit for ANI bikinis, as well as take in the scenery and insane coast line.

Exciting things are in the future for ANI in 2011. The collection will be available, the new collection will be in the works, and women everywhere will be sexier than ever in their ANI bikinis.

enjoy
xo

the.youth

2010-08-25T22:20:00.000-07:00

inspired by youth.

Inspire me...

2010-08-16T21:10:00.001-07:00

A little inspiration amidst line sheets and bikini flats.

and of coarse...the women who started it all...

...haha.

via Quality Peoples

xo
ANI

girls.girls.girls.

2010-08-14T19:35:00.000-07:00

*from our first photo shoot.
xo
ANI

They.grow.up.so.fast.

2010-08-11T18:11:00.000-07:00

My mom started a blog today!

Actually, I started it for her, but I'm hoping she sticks with it and blows it UP!

She is so artistically talented. Her latest feat is making greeting cards, and damn good ones at that. So why not start a blog to show off what she does? Everyone else is doing it!

***Cards by Jean Marie***

Check her out.

XO
ANI

Looks.to.Love

2010-08-11T17:28:00.000-07:00

This summer has been all about showing skin in the right places...A short skirt with an oversized jacket, skimpy bikini that shows off our curves, and scoop necks with swoop back flowy dresses.

I love all these looks and they perfectly compliment each other. "Summer" may be ending soon, but it's definitely not too late to spruce up your style with a sexy backless tee over an ANI bikini.

xo
ANI

break.time

2010-08-09T22:49:00.000-07:00

It's known as hell month.
Tradeshows, Tradeshows, Tradeshows...with a few surf contests, skate contests, and industry parties to get you through the day.

I spent some time over at the Maloof Cup watching some of the world's best put it down. The crowd was on syking overload at the finals and it was insane to see the level these kids were skating at.

Good times.
xo
ANI

Here.comes.the.sun.

2010-08-09T20:50:00.000-07:00

do.do.do.do

Escaping east to where the sun.shines during those gloomy days of summer.

Getting inspired by the wide open fields and the long summer days.

xo
ANI

Babe.town.USA

2010-07-25T22:39:00.000-07:00

"Oh this? It's just a lil somethin I threw together..."

Big things on the horizon for ANI.
Thinking big.
Dreaming bigger.
www.ANIBRESLIN.com

xo
ANI

*photos by Dana Morris

Hot.Town.

2010-07-24T09:32:00.000-07:00

I traded in my bikini at the beach for a week in the city of NEW YORK. Describing it as amazing would be an understatement. Everyday was seriously UNREAL.

I met some fantastic and influential people, ran wild down the streets of manhattan, and drank champagne on the balcony of the tastiest flat in soho.

As seen in the post below, my friends GANTEZ WARRIOR played the Weekend Warriors collaboration show at SATURDAYS on Monday night. We all definitely brought a taste of SOCAL to NY and they loved every minute of it.

Stoked on my entire week in NY. Can't wait to go back. Big things are coming for the ANI bikini crew <3

xo
ANI

oh.my.gantez.

2010-07-21T08:30:00.000-07:00

Weekend Warrior Collab with Saturdays and Warriors of Raddness.

Saturdays Surf NYC hosted a bitchin party. The kids of Gantez Warrior pretty much killed it. Once everyone was done looking around making sure everyone else knew how cool they were, they got down.

band was sick. party was sick. clothes are sick.

Check out SATURDAYS for more pics.

NY is insane. I may never come back.
xo
ANI

CITY

2010-07-17T07:24:00.000-07:00

Hopped on the redeye flight from LA to NY last night. Ended up in the last seat on the plane.

THANK YOU JESUS.

Cause now I get to run wild in the city for a couple days. What am I doing here again?

LOVE.
xo
ANI

well.said.well.spoken.

2010-07-15T11:23:00.000-07:00

***

and I'd like to be challenged, loved, impressed, and respected by them as well.

xo
ANI

MUSE

2010-07-15T11:12:00.000-07:00

Brigitte Bardot is a doll babe. and kind of inspiring..

xo
ANI

Sunday.afternoon...

2010-07-11T19:14:00.000-07:00

Kickin back with the folks, enjoying some CABERNET...

and watching one of my all-time favorite movies.

xo
ANI

The.night.we.got.dirty...

2010-07-05T12:32:00.000-07:00

Recap of the show..

Thank you again to all who came and made it classy.
Contact me for biknis
xo
ANI

Livin.Easy

2010-07-05T12:07:00.000-07:00

Happy Summer
with love
ANI

xo

*Photos by Dana Morris.

Party.of.the.YEAR...

2010-06-28T20:45:00.000-07:00

Last night was insane. Good weather, good tunes, rad models, AMAZING BIKINIS and COVERUPS, perfect company, and stiff drinks...what more could you ask for??

Dirty Class will go down in the books this summer.

Thank you to all who were in attendance. And for all your love and support. You will be seeing MUCH MUCH more of

ANI and AMANDA NICOLLE.

Now I will be floating down some river in Oregon for the next couple days..

be posting photos when I get back..

xo
ANI

bikinis.bikinis.bikinis

2010-06-24T23:01:00.000-07:00

Behind the scenes...

ANI and Amanda Nicolle.

xo

the MAIN event...

2010-06-24T22:54:00.000-07:00

If you like to wear bikinis, or if you like girls in bikinis, or if you like martinis, or if you like tastey tunes, or if you like all of the above...

You should come to our event.

xo