The Blackbough Blog
Blackbough Exclusive Filters
Having a hard time transforming your pics into that perfect Instagram-worthy shot? Well, you’re in luck. We’re giving you our team’s well-loved presets to make your life a WHOLE lot easier!
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Good Stuff from the Philippines
Our newly-released Good Stuff and Summer Romance collections are close to our hearts–and we’re excited to tell you why! Material is always an important consideration when designing our pieces, and we thought it would be a great opportunity to share some local culture with our international audience… in the form of textiles from our home in the Philippines.
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Happy Earth Day from Blackbough
As we all know, Blackbough is for the girls who adore the beach – but basking in the sun, lounging on the sand, and taking a dip in the sea, all come with a major responsibility to protect Mama Nature. This is why for Earth Day 2022, we are giving our beloved community a way to join the reforestation movement and help save our earth.
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2022 Commitment
Now that the rush of the holiday season is behind us, and we are into 2022, I have had some time to reflect on last year. In celebrating the new year, I wanted to share a bit more about my business and our future plans.
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Trend Spotlight: Y2K
For those who haven’t noticed, Y2K fashion is back with a vengeance. After years of minimalist dressing and pared-down styling trends, today’s looks are all about making a statement -- meaning they’re bigger and bolder than ever.
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Blackbough x ISSA: Marble Melt
Watch out, babes, we’ve got a special piece that’s just for you. Meet Blackbough X ISSA’s striking new print, the Marble Melt. We worked with Gen Z multi-hyphenate Issa Pressman to bring this dreamy print to life.
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2021 Nail Trend Report
Nail art has definitely been our go-to accessory of 2021. If, in the past, a fresh mani meant a solid coat of color to match or complement your outfit, in 2021, manicures have become its very own fashion statement.
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Real Talk: Blackbough Reviews
If you’re still on the fence about getting your first Blackbough, we suggest you look into reviews! This time, we’re letting them do all the talking so you can see (and hear!) for yourselves which styles work best and if our ‘kinis are worth it.
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Trend Spotlight: Groovy Retro
You can choose the decade, and it’s got a fashion trend that’s in right now. From 70s, 90s to 00s, camp jewelry to bright and bold prints, we’ve about to get you updated on the latest style trends to wear!
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How to Style Your Kinis
Things are heating up, so your ‘fits should be hotter. With pieces designed to be taken to the beach and beyond, there are endless ways to wear them - here are some of our faves!
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Summer Prints You Need
In case you haven’t heard, retro vibes, abstract prints and funky florals are all trending bikini styles this summer season. And you’re in luck, because we’re about to get you up to speed with the pieces you need to rock out in the sun!
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Blackbough Summer Essentials
Everyone’s favorite season is here and we’re about to spend more time outdoors than in. Before you head out, make sure you’re totally summer ready - and we’ve got all you need in one place!
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How to Take Gram Worthy Pics
We’re letting you in on ways to spice up your feed and how to slay those photos! Where to rock it, how to rock it, and of course, which suits to rock out in the summer sun! Everyone’s about to stack squares on their feeds again, so make sure you do yours right!
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Summer Drop 01: Tropicale
As Spring turns into Summer, we’re releasing the brightest colors and prints for our first drop of the new season. Inspired by tropical vacays and warm days at the swim club, we’re taking back our favorite season this year with the new Tropicale collection.
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Mix and Match Faves
We’re all about options! This time, we’re telling you all about how to mix and match bikinis and accessories, so you can get more wears out of your Blackbough. With all the colors, prints and styles to choose from, you’ll always have a unique look of your own when you mix and match!
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Spring Swim Picks
It’s time to switch out those sweats for the hottest spring bikinis, babes! We’ve got all our Spring picks ready to get you up to speed with the hottest swim trends to rock out in the sun.
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Design Diaries: the Chloe
Looks like the hottest fashion trends are making their way to bikini styles, too! Here’s what’s living rent-free not just in our feeds and minds: straps. Super long straps that go on for days have been the go-to design trend, and we’ve got the set that’s all about straps!
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Trend Report : Brown
In case you haven’t heard, brown is the new black! We’re making sure our brown bikinis and beachwear deserve that square on your feed - you’ll be part of the color trend that’s taking the social space by storm!
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Blackbough Turns 4
Blackbough turns four today, so I wanted to reminisce a little bit and look back at where me and my baby used to be! It’s been an amazing time of fun, challenges and hard work, and we wouldn’t have four years to celebrate without your support!
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All About Beachwear
Beach season is upon us, and an all new Spring season wardrobe is absolutely essential! That means new bikinis and beachwear - and we’ve got all the outfits you need for a full beach outfit!
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International Women's Day
This month, we’re not just celebrating what women have accomplished, but we’re also taking our own concrete steps in empowering young girls. As a female led brand, see what we’re doing this International Women’s Day and what you can do to help with us!
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This or that: Willow or Tona?
Whether it’s your first time at Blackbough or have been a long-time babe of ours, you're always safe with the bestsellers. We're closing in on two all time faves - with one bikini for busty babes, and the other for smaller chests and petite frames. Read on and see which one's perfect for you!
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Ways to Wear: The Martini
We’re thinking of the different ways you can use our tops so you can rock them in a ton of styles. With the Martini Top, you’ve got multiple ways to wear it giving you bang for your buck value for money bikini goodness. A versatile and adjustable bikini top, we’re letting you in on all the different ways to wear it.
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Design Diaries: The Dixie Top
Check out the details of the Dixie Set, the latest in our popular swimsuits. With its sweet dainty details, there’s no wonder why it’s a trending style this Spring season!
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V-Day Me Day
Valentine’s Day is one of those days - you either hate it or you love it. But lucky for you, we’re here to make you love it as much as we do! Treat yourself to a relaxing self-care day because you deserve it!
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Trend Spotlight: Green
Like most fashion trends, color fads end with every season. However, it looks like the greens are staying! From casual outfits to runway gowns, we can’t help but feel green with envy after seeing them all over Instagram. Here are some green hues that everyone can’t seem to get enough of, including our takes on them.
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Trend Spotlight: Funky '70s
It’s been more than 50 years but the ‘70s are still proving to be one of the most stylish decades ever. From flared bottoms to loose button downs, down to the psychedelic bold prints, here’s everything we’re obsessed with and taking inspiration from!
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2021 Style Guide Based on Your Zodiac
A new year totally calls for some brand new ‘fits, right? We’re here to help you dress according to what's written in the stars so you don’t miss out on that good fortune this year!
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2021 New Year's Resolutions
If there’s anything good about the past year, it’s that the past 12 months have given us a new perspective on everything. For our New Year’s Resolutions, we’re taking all these new lessons with us, and we hope you pick up a thing or two!
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2020 Year End Round Up
It’s been nine (!) months since the pandemic hit our side of the world, and life has never been the same since. There were so many rapid changes that had to be made in such short periods of time. But, there’s still so much to be thankful for this year, and we made it through 2020 all thanks to your support!
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Main Character Looks
We’re calling all the babes who just love to stand out—and yes, we’re referring to all you Scorpios, Leos, and Taurus babes! Now we know you’ve got the spunk, all you need now are the styles to get all your looks on point. Lucky for you, we’ve got everything you need from head to toe for every look you’d want to rock and slay!
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2020 Holiday Gift Guide
With Christmas looking a little bit different this year, the next best way to spread the love is with well thought-out presents! Whether you’re shopping for your squad, your sissy, your mom or even yourself, Blackbough’s got you covered.
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Trend Spotlight: Sweats
Dressing for comfort has been key to surviving 2020. With most of our social interactions limited to virtual ones and time spent alone now at an all time high, we’re dressing for ourselves more than ever. It comes as no surprise that our fashion choices have made a huge shift this year from edgy to comfy!
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What We Love About Fall
It’s been a long 2020 and while we’ve held on to sweet summer as long as we could, fall is here and we have to embrace it! Of course, we’ll always be summer babes, but there’s something about fall that just makes our hearts full. We’re counting down the things that make us grateful and excited this season!
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The Scorpio Style Guide
Scorpio gals are probably the most polarizing of all the signs - either you love them or you hate them. They’re fiercely passionate about the things they care about and are not afraid to speak their minds. Scorpios don’t stop until they get what they want - and that includes their style choices!
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Virtual Halloween Party Guide
With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to kick those Zoom calls up a notch! Sure, you could put on some whiskers and call it a day but where’s the fun in that? Here’s how to host a virtual Halloween party that you and your friends will be talking about for years!
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