Today was one of those perfect summer days that make me so grateful to live by the beach. The temperature rose to a balmy 85 degrees, and as always, when the temperature rises, so does my love for green vintage swimsuits. There’s just something so timeless and flattering about a vintage cut, and green has always been my color.
This morning, I slipped into my favorite emerald green suit from the 1960s, with its high waist and halter neck. It’s the kind of swimsuit that makes you feel like a movie star from a bygone era. I took a few photos in it, of course, because what’s a day in the life of a Vinfluencer without some new content for Instagram?
Speaking of which, I’ve been thinking a lot about what it means to be a Vinfluencer. Sometimes, I still can’t believe that this is my life—getting to share my passion for vintage fashion with so many people. It started as a hobby, just me sharing my thrift store finds and DIY projects, and now it’s my full-time job. There are days when it feels surreal, like I’m living in a dream. But then there are days like today, where everything just clicks, and I remember why I love what I do.
I spent the afternoon lounging by the pool, answering DMs and replying to comments. I love how engaged my followers are; they’re always so supportive and full of questions about where I find my pieces or how they can recreate certain looks. It feels like one big, stylish family. I even did a quick Instagram photoshoot, showing off my swimsuit and sharing tips on how to style vintage swimwear for different body types.
As the sun started to set, I felt this overwhelming sense of contentment. This is what it’s all about—sunshine, friends, and feeling good in your own skin. I know there’s a lot of pressure that comes with being a Vinfluencer, but days like today make it all worth it.
Now, as I sit here typing this, I’m sipping on a cold lemonade and thinking about my next post. Maybe I’ll do a roundup of my favorite vintage swimsuits or a tutorial on how to do retro beach waves. Either way, I’m excited. This is the life I dreamed of, and I’m so grateful for every bit of it.
xoxo,
Vinfluencer Jessie Bee
