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ONE TO WATCH Claire Chouinard, age 34, Patagonia designer, daughter of founder, Yvon. Wha t This Otis College of Art and Design grad launched her own swim collection for spring/ summer 2014. Why An avid surfer and world tandem surf champ from 1994 to 1996, Chouinard designed swimwear that was tested by her and her adventurous friends.
“It’s for the girls who want to wear cute bikinis that provide support while surfin and diving and don’t fall apart after a summer spent at the beach and in the water.”
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Pa ta gonia. c om, from $39.
BE SEEN at GATHERstyle’s “Earth, Wind, and Fired” artisan/artist exhibit featuring paintings and ceramics by Jill Padilla Vaccaro (pictured), Noelle Walston Burg, and Marion Toms. Artwork on display through August. 1253 Coast Village Rd., Ste. 204, Montecito, gatherstyle.com.
A lter’s beach-to-bungalow creations—dolphin ($145) and wreath (price upon request). Channeling
her f amil y roo t s of artisanal woodwork—her grandfather is
the founder of H obie S urf & Catamaran—and many summers spent in the sun, sand, and sea, Cortnie A lter captures the essence of the S anta Barbara shores with her handcrafted driftwood wreaths and wall decor. Designing under the moniker Mad era del Mar , A lter has made 12 original creations (in addition to custom orders) from upcycled driftwood, which she collects during her morning ritual beach strolls, and can be found at Plum Goods, 805-845-3900, plumgoodsstore.com, in S anta Barbara and S eastrand, 805-566-0400, in Carpinteria. –MEG A N
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