Modern Luxuria Vol 20 January 2022

‘Fit for a Beach

“Every time I slip into the ocean, it’s like going home.”

— SYLVIA EARLE

WORDS & STYLING BY LANA LINTON PHOTOGRAPHY BY TREVOR TSOI HAIR BY SHORT BY MOE FASHIONS PROVIDED BY CURRENTS SUN & SWIMWEAR MODEL(S) LAINEY TAYLOR & THOMAS BOGUSZEWICZ AGENCY PATTI FALCONER AGENCY

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There’s nothing more glamorous than jetting off to a tropical locale and escaping Edmonton’s brutal winter. If you’re lucky enough to be heading south, we’ve got a treat for you. We dabble this month in escapism. When we travel, we escape the cold and the old, and embrace the new experiences a vacation can provide. From the beach to the rainforest and snorkeling to wildlife encounters, vacationing can rejuvenate and refresh you while also offering the opportunity for rebirth. The status quo is not in vogue when the temperature drops to a crippling subzero, and thus we take to the skies seeking sunshine and pineapples.

Resort 2022 saw the return of the one‑piece, this time embellished with bold colors and patterns. Florals are forever in the forecast for swimwear. This season, they’re for men too. Luxurious fabrics take the wheel— who wants to be uncomfortable on vacation? But this

year, it’s about elevated style as we move away from the purely comfort‑driven vibes of 2020 and 2021. Linen is a timeless staple that we won’t ever be able to let go of. It offers breathability and sophistication à la Nicole Kidman in Nine Perfect Strangers. Athletic‑ inspired looks are here to stay, but we’re playing with luxurious textures and logo‑mania’s surprising yet subtle resurgence.

Drawing inspiration from the music of The Beach Boys, 1962’s Dr. No, and Mad Men’s Don and Betty Draper, we’ve created a retro‑futurist scene. A youthful Bond and his femme fatale take a dip in the pool before heading out on their first mission; “God Only Knows” plays on the radio. An apt title since they’re unaware of what the future holds. For now, the pair lounge and laze, imagining the endless adventures ahead.

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Stripe Tank - Island Haze Shorts - Billabong

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Flower Field Bandeau One Piece - Anne Cole

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Linen Shirt - Island Haze Casual Shorts - Burnside

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Rash Guard - Billabong Shorts - Sunday Performance Pro

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Textured One Piece - Bond-Eye Australia

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