Relax into Autumn

 

After this year's fabulous summer holidays we are slowly preparing for the cooler days of Autumn. 

The new collection of easy to wear, casual, yet chic mix and match pieces from London - based CHARLI is already on the rails in

 Dunas Resort. 

In soft shades of greys and browns, the deliciously soft fabric is both flattering and elegant.

From dresses to yoga pants, long cardigans and tees these pieces can be layered together in innumerable ways to create a perfect Autumn wardrobe. 

To compliment Charli, our new collection of ultra soft silk and cashmere scarves from Pashma are just ideal and always fly out of the store. A great accessory for the cooler evenings in the Algarve in the Autumn but fabulous anywhere else too!

               

We are continuing our Summer Sales in Dunas Resort 

with end of line pieces including 

Melissa Odabash, Heidi Klein, Seaspray Swimwear, 

French Sole Shoes and a great selection of handbags and jewellery. Pick up a bargain for your winter sun holiday!

Across the square in Dunas Lifestyle, the girls are busy reorganising the shelves for the new Autumn arrivals, from our best - selling scented collections.

Now in store we have a complete range of candles and diffusers from exotic Baobab to classic Ralph Lauren Home. 

New arrivals include brand new Eau de Toilettes from Abahna which compliment their deliciously aromatic body lotions soaps and shower gels.

Don't forget many of our bestselling products are now available on line or you can email us at shop@dunas-style.com

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We are now away shopping in London and Paris for next years goodies !!! 

But our lovely girls will be available from 10 am until 8 pm throughout September to help you with your purchases.

Dazzling August

Dazzling August

With temperatures constantly at 30 degrees plus and the skies a clear azure blue, this is the place to be !!

The restaurants are buzzing, yet there is oceans of space on the enormous beaches.

The gardens and golf courses are lush, green and overflowing with vibrant bougainvillea and oleander.

The fig trees are heavily laden with green and purple fruits.

The colour of the sky in these photos is real!!!

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At Dunas Resort we have a fabulous collection of resort fashion and swim wear which we carry all year round.

Even if you are here only briefly, we know you will be able to find something special for your next exotic holiday wherever in the world that may be.

If your budget is smaller we now have selected lines on sale throughout August.

In Dunas Lifestyle our now infamous jelly shoes with added bling are ever popular, and come in a myriad of summer colours.

Our favourite scent this month is "Sous Les Feuilles" by home fragrance specialists Esteban, Paris.

A sophisticated fresh, citrus scent in lime green.

Perfect for high summer!

For the month of August we have selected scented lines from Diptyque, Acqua Di Parma, Esteban, Millefiori, on special offer.

Kobi our lazy Rhodesian Ridgeback !

For those of you who simply cannot leave your sun bed do check out our on line shopping site.

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Mmmm

mmm

 colour 

Splash out!!! Blue and White make a Portuguese Summer.

Blue.... white ..... a splash of orange

S.T.O.P   P.R.E.S.S.

New this season to Dunas Resort is the recently launched collection for Summer by

Christophe Sauvat.

Beautiful silk and cotton dresses in cool summer colours...... perfect for lunch by the pool or on the beach and if you are travelling easy to pack and versatile enough to take you from morning to evening.

 light.. chic.. fun.. different.. glamorous.. floating.. silky..

....We have a special gift to give away with each purchase from this dazzling collection during the months of July and August 

..............

N.E.W.S  F.L.A.S.H

The most stylish outdoor furniture in the Algarve this summer is created 
by 
Belgian garden furniture designers..... 

.....Manutti....


 www.manutti.com

We can help you design a perfect layout for your terrace, dining area, pool side or garden..........

modern....classic....leather....steel....stone

Weather Report

Quinta do Lago... July 2011

Hot.. sunny.. clear skies


a refreshing Atlantic breeze

a splash of orange

 Tiny church on the island of Culatra

Fishing boats on Culatra

Orange cliffs on the beach at Val do Lobo

magnificent.. orange.. pommegranate.. flowers

and this week
bring a citrus zing into your shower with Molton Browns 
fresh... bushukan... citrus...bodywash

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Swim into Summer at Dunas Resort - Quinta do Lago

shop on line at dunas

FREE GOODIES with MC2 ST BARTHS and RAYBAN

We are so delighted with our new selection of swim and resort wear for men by MC2 St Barth and our cool range of Rayban sunglasses that we are offering all customers who buy one item from each collection a free Rayban beach towel and an MC2 cocktail shaker ......whilst stocks last..........

Just mention the Dunas Blog to claim your gift.

Flip Flop- Shark-Kiwi- Scooter- -Starfish-Stripes- Plains

AND NOT TO FORGET THE LADIES !!

we are giving away a stylish handcrafted notebook or set of boxed gift cards if you purchase a piece of fabulous HEIDI KLEIN swim wear and matching cover-up.
As featured in The Sunday Times Style Magazine this week........

Heidi Klein Summer

Sugar Hill Adjustable Bikini 
with matching cover ups










Chilli Kaftan with matching bikini

A great selection of chic bikinis now in stock!!

Marrakesh White Bikini
with matching maxi dress

  
..........  Meanwhile across the square in Dunas Lifestyle .........

We have discovered some great summer candles in the shapes of summer fruits and vegetables that will add a piece of fun to your al fresco dining table.


al fresco dining Algarve style

Asparagus Bundle Candles

They are just too good to burn...... simply enjoy!!!

Green Pea Pod Candle and Diana Carmichael Salt Dish

TRAVELS ABROAD

We have had a couple of weeks away staying in beautiful Provence and our home city of Oxford in the UK. 
Here are a few favourite snaps of our little tour!

St Tropez in full bloom.

Chateau Canorgue near Bonnieux
Film set for 'A Good Year' starring Russell Crowe

Provencal colours

BACK HOME

But it will be lovely to return to the sunny Algarve and our glorious country garden!!!

We are looking forward to a long hot summer with lots of al fresco dining with friends under the stars.

Carrol Boyes Water Jug Man

We have a great selection of lanterns, candle holders, and tableware for outside dining, both in Dunas Lifestyle in Quinta Shopping and Dunas Home  in Almancil ( open by appointment ).

Glatz Parasol and Manutti Loungers
from Dunas Home

Dunas Home Garden Furniture

Dunas Home Parasols


Our favourite scents for high summer are simply bursting with refreshing citrus fruits. 

 Aqua di Parma

Diptque

Molton Brown 


Buy your favourite scent on line

Game, Set And Match

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I love this time of year, and it is so difficult to come inside and watch some great tennis when the sun is shining and the garden looks and smells fabulous. So I have been dipping in and out of the French Open these last two weeks when I can and you cannot fail to notice the wonderful display of stylish Panama Hats on display.

These stunning hats are still woven by craftsmen in Ecuador, but sadly due to the complexity of the work and the time taken to make each hat the younger generation are declining to learn this ancient craft. As a result a true Panama ( named after the workers on the Panama Canal construction ) is becoming harder and harder to buy.

      

Our new collection from BORSALINO has just arrived in Dunas Resort.

These hats are sent in their raw state to be finished in Italy with edging and bands.

Prices vary according to the density of the weave with the Borsalino Super Fino being the finest hat of all. Our girls will be happy to help you choose the best style and size for you.

NEW 

Heidi Klein Swimwear in store this week includes this chic swimsuit in Riviera style.

Perfect with a Panama hat too!

I know from the comments we receive, many of you love the garden views and news so here are a few recent shots of our glorious June landscape.