Our wondrous blog correspondent, Janine De Michelis, has recorded every step of Nathan, Penelope, the incredible fashionistas of Fashion Fever, and I's path in the fashion industry for five fantastic years. De Michelis's incredible efforts to post every event of our Poptropican lives into a blog montage has touched many fashion fanatics', including mine's, heart. It is a very disappointing loss to hear about De Michelis's resignation, but she stated with an open heart, "the opportunity of a lifetime to become an editor in the Los Angeles Sun came up and I just had to go for my childhood dream". As she ventures onto another interface, we will truly miss her as a blogger, a mom, and mostly as a genuine person I have known since 2007. For now, I will bring you the latest news, facts, and truths.
The spring season has closed shop for the year, thus summer has begun and humidifying the temperate Los Angeles County weather; what better way to celebrate the birth of a new season by traveling to the beach. Before we started the mini road trip, Nathan Devilman and I changed into bathing suits. I wore a peach & pink two-piece I designed myself, and Nathan donned a pair of swimming trunks he bought at Suburbian. We packed the sandwiches, the camera, a sense of direction, and before time knew it, we were off to Malibu!
Once we arrived at the beach, the adventure was in our hands. First, we took some photos near iconic scenes including the stretch of valley facing north, the sky blue lifeguard tower, and the foamy sea washing up against our toes. The panoramic view of the area looked absolutely stunning!
We went on a quick stroll along the shoreline before eating our tomato, lettuce, & feta sandwich on our picnic blanket. When the bright afternoon sun made our feet feel like rods on top of hot metal, we dove into the Pacific Ocean to cool off. After our swim, a gracious Fashion Fever fan named Barbara wanted to interview us. We glad gave out our honest answers. Sadly, she didn't want to be in our picture, but she is an amazing person.
INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT:
Barbara: So PoptropicaStars, when is the new summer collection coming out in stores?
I: My summer collection for this year will be delivered to Kohl's and Madeline's Closet stores throughout Poptropica next week, to be estimated.
Barbara: That sounds great, also, what would you recommend for me to wear to my daughter's wedding ceremony?
I: Considering it's the start of summer, I'd suggest a modest, vibrant top paired with a knee-length skirt. If the ceremony is outdoors, put on some sunscreen and wear something light to not cause too much sweating. If it's indoors, then there's a buffet of choices offered to you.
Barbara: Why, thank you. One last thing, did you design you and Nathan's swimwear because it looks gorgeous.
I: I actually designed this two-piece at home using neoprene to add comfort on [the inside] and the outer designs are made of strong fibers called lycra. I believe Nathan bought his trunks at Suburbian, I think?
Nathan: Yeah, from Suburbian.
Barbara: Alrighty, thanks PoptropicaStars and Nathan. Have a great day!
I & Nathan: See you, have a fantastic day!
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| Nathan Devilman and I enjoy a late-afternoon stroll at Zuma Beach. |
