Ici Fashion: NAMASTE (vacation series)

WHY: As women, we all know what helps us unwind, what rescues us from the stresses of our daily lives – pampering. And most of the time, we don’t get enough of it, so the very least we can do to help ourselves and everyone around us (“as above, so below”, and all that. What? I’m getting into the meditative mindset here!) is to use our vacation time productively – by retreating to that most rare of places where pampering is prevalent: a spa.

WHERE: Blue Lagoon, Iceland. The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa might well be deemed a miracle of nature, the very purveyor of bliss. Condé Nast Traveller readers voted Blue Lagoon the best worldwide medical spa, and for good reason.

WHAT: At 37-39 degrees Celsius, the hot, mineral- and algae-rich water will soothe dry skin and aching muscles, as well as easing tensions in the mind and spirit. The best treatment here (as if you even needed one) is, without question, the Silica Salt Glow and Massage, which delivers all the mind- and body-purifying elements you could possibly wish for: a therapist will polish your back and limbs with clarifying silica mud as you float in the hot thermal waters. Welcome to Cloud Nine. Here’s your room key.

IT’S FASHION, DAHLING: Seeing as you’ll be spending a lot of time in the Waters Of Bliss (AKA the medicinally relaxing hot lagoon waters), you won’t need to worry too much about your wardrobe. Be sure to bring a good swimsuit (see our previous ‘Tahitian Trip’ post for good suggestions on the perfect bathing suit for your body) – we especially love the Miraclesuit Jena One Piece Swimsuit from Nordstrom, available in summery white or ever-flattering black. Just to reiterate our love for this incredible piece: a miracle suit that everyone will want to put on their shopping lists, this suit helps you look ten pounds (and one whole dress size!) slimmer instantly, while comfortably holding you in and shaping you wherever you need a little extra help. Icelandic street style is known for its eclectic nature, so make your Miraclesuit work harder by pairing it in the evening with the Motel Kaleidoscope Betty Skirt, available from our store, for a great, casual look for dinner. For a little more polish, toss on the Love Shrimp Twill Long Sleeve Wrap Dress (also available from our store) with the Lizzie Fortunato Desert Modern Necklace. So simple; so chic!