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tan lines and summer playlists☀️ tan lines and summer playlists☀️
salty skin + cute bikini + coastal vibes = dreamy salty skin + cute bikini + coastal vibes = dreamy beach photo moments 👙🌺🏖️
🌴Where's your dream beach destination?

#summervibes #photoshootideas #beachphotos
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mamma mia summer🌸🤍✨️🫶 mamma mia summer🌸🤍✨️🫶
polka dot vibes with a twist🤍 mixing all patter polka dot vibes with a twist🤍 mixing all patterns but somehow it works, what do you think?

dress: @commense.official
shoes: @hm
Aiming for that soft girl lifestyle💛☕️ Blo Aiming for that soft girl lifestyle💛☕️

Blouse: @ginatricot 
Skirt: @commense.official 
📍 @adriatikhotel
Forget tourist traps—this is how I actually find Forget tourist traps—this is how I actually find the cafés I never want to leave☕💚✨

1. Skip the main streets – The best spots are often a few blocks away from the busiest areas.

2. Check the crowd – If it’s full of locals, especially in the morning, it’s probably amazing.

3. Peek at the pastry case – If the baked goods look homemade (or slightly imperfect), I’m in.

4. Walk until it feels right – Trust your gut. If it smells good and feels calm, go in.

Do you have a go-to way of finding hidden gems when you travel? Share your tips—I’m always looking for more!🌸
🌴🌤️Want effortless glow in your holiday ph 🌴🌤️Want effortless glow in your holiday photos? These are the best times of day to capture natural light on vacation. Save this for your next trip!

Let’s talk light, because even the most beautiful location can fall flat without the right timing. Here are my go-to tips for getting that dreamy glow in your travel photos:

☀️Golden hour is queen – Shoot 1 hour after sunrise or 1 hour before sunset. The soft, warm tones flatter every skin tone and texture.

☀️Avoid harsh midday light – Unless you're going for dramatic shadows or shooting in shade, wait it out.

☀️Cloudy days? Perfect. – Soft, even lighting = minimal editing.

☀️Backlight for the win – Let the sun hit from behind for that halo effect (like in this shot ☀️).

☀️Use your surroundings – Sand, water, even light-colored walls reflect light beautifully onto your face.

Where was your most photogenic vacation ever? I need ideas!✨

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