Turn to Turquoise

from Key Life Summer 2023

KEY ENCOUNTERS

This summer, take your color cues from the Gulf of Mexico’s blue-green hues. The color turquoise is believed to radiate peace, build confidence and recharge the spirit. Who can’t use that?

BY KELLY FORES | CONTRIBUTOR

Swim City

3170 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key 941-383-2288

SwimCity.com

Wear all the colors of the Gulf in your bathing suit. Bleu Rod Beattie’s shirred Cool Breeze style in “deep water” provides plenty of coverage and yet is glamorous and flattering. Guys can’t go wrong with a classic boardshort; Billabong’s gradient stripe echoes the water as the sun goes down.

Bleu Rod Beattie one-piece $135; Billabong Fluid 21-inch boardshort $55.95

Garden Argosy

30 N. Boulevard of the Presidents, Sarasota 941-388-6402

Garden Argosy recently changed hands and moved to a different spot on St. Armands Circle, but it offers the same diverse selection as the former shop. There’s so much to look at, you might miss the colorful sleepwear section. Don’t. The pajama pants, robes, and two-piece short pajama sets come in a bunch of soothing prints — perfect for a soothing sleep.

Mahogany robe $52.99; Mahogany pajama set $52.99

The Beach House

351-353 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota

508-474-2954

The Beach House has you covered as far as cover-ups go. The tie-dyed tank dress is a flirty little number in a cool rayon blend dressed up with embroidery. For chillier nights, stay cozy in Mud Pie’s striped sweater. The weave is great to keep the daytime rays off your skin, too.

Raya Sun dress $34.99; Mud Pie sweater $69.99

Sea Glass Lane

380 St. Armands Circle, Sarasota 941-388-4646

SeaGlassLane.com

Sea Glass Lane is the destination for upscalecasual clothing, like this simple, bright turquoise linen-blend dress, and elegant “deep sea” square neck dress. You’ll also find cute and easyto-wear tops, skirts, jackets, delicious cashmere sweaters and accessories to complete the look. The fabrics and colors are dreamy.

Sea Glass Lane short jersey linen dress $84; Inizio long linen dress $152

Silver City Sarasota

6539 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota 941-349-5030

SilverCitySarasota.com

Silver City Sarasota is a gem of a store (no pun intended) in a small strip shopping center near Siesta’s south bridge. Its exclusive Siesta Key Watercolor Gemstone collection is stunning and expansive. The alluring color infusion of these quartz gemstones perfectly captures the essence of the sea.

Ring $249; Pendant $279; Bracelet $369

Tropical resort-like environment

On 118 feet of protected water frontage offers generous indoor-outdoor living spaces for relaxation, recreation and unobstructed Sarasota Bay views. Nearly one acre of serene paradise ensconced in countless palms and lush gardens behind private gates. 13,000-lb covered boat lift & expansive Brazilian Ipe decking is ideal for fishing and launching kayaks/paddleboards. Stunning pool/spa, tiki huts w/multiple expansive decks & terraces perfect for large scale entertaining.

Three beautifully designed homes, include 6 bedrooms 7.5 baths, to comfortably accommodate plenty of family and friends. The three-story main residence of 4,486 sf showcases refined craftsmanship w/ numerous unique features and designer finishings, including a full chef’s kitchen. The “Pool House” at 1,020 sf includes a full kitchen, covered cabana with an outdoor TV, travertine terrace and space for up to 10 guests, including four retractable bunk beds. The separate three-story “Owl’s Nest” provides space for additional 4-6 overnight visitors.

Outdoor recreation day or night on a lighted putting green, driving net, chipping green, sand wedge area, and a bocce ball court.

For the fisherman, a climate controlled, professionally configured “equipping area” with remarkable amenities. And car enthusiasts will delight at the free-standing tool garage, 3+ climate controlled garages, parking for multiple vehicles & accommodation for full-height lifts.