This shouldn’t come as a shock to anyone, but I really want to live in Hawaii. The perpetual sound of waves crashing against rocks, the colorful flowers every which way you turn, and the adventures you can have in a single day undoubtedly make Kailua-Kona my favorite place in the United States. This was just the retreat I needed to fine tune some “re-grouping” strategies and rid myself of unnecessary anxiety. Luckily, I was able to nab Karen Loudon Photography for a day to capture some unforgettable images and vacation outfits, including this really fabulous Hawaiian maxi dress from Show Me Your Mumu. As soon as I saw this Lei Bay print, I knew I needed an excuse to wear it. I booked my trip four days in advance, so I literally had to beg SMYM to overnight this Hawaiian maxi dress to me, and thankfully, they obliged! I’ve listed full outfit details at the bottom of this post. All images were taken by Karen Loudon Photography, a local Kailua-Kona photog master with a regal vision and a contagiously upbeat attitude.

Hawaiian Maxi Dress: Show Me Your Mumu | Wedges: ShoeDazzle | Clutch: Talbots (Out of Stock), Similar Here | Necklace: Kendra Scott | Bracelet: Kendra Scott | Pineapple Bangle: Moon and Lola | Initial Cuff: See Blair | Rings: Kendra Scott + Bling Jewelry | Earrings: See Blair

Just looking at this Hawaiian maxi dress makes me want to sip a pina colada on a pineapple pool float while reading the newest edition of Vogue. Many more Hawaiian updates to come! Aloha, lovebugs!