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San Sebastian Bikini | Poolside Ring | Bohemian Bardot | My Heart’s Infinity | Imaginary set | Black sands set | Azure set | Belly Chain
Rings – Turquoise Vibe | Tara midi | Aquila | Crossed Arrows | Cosmology | Elephant
Rings – Om | Avante Garde | Tara midi | Large Om | Rose Quartz double point | Snake | Andromeda | Nishka Leg Chain
Bikini | Dainty Drop Layer Necklace | Cuffs + rings
Photography – Bobby Bense & Helen Janneson Bense
Model/Styling – Helen Janneson Bense
Location – Yosemite National Park, California
Outfit Details
Wanderlust tee + Woodstock Shorts
Vegas beaded top + Tribal Chevron Wash Shorts
Ophelia Lace Blouse | Shorts | Crochet Halter
Zanzibar bikini + Love Denim Child Shorts
White Sands Halter + Memory Lane Trashed Shorts
Jewelry + Accessories
Rings – Poolside Ring | Bohemian Bardot | My Heart’s Infinity | Imaginary set | Black sands set | Azure set | Belly Chain
Rings – Turquoise Vibe | Tara midi | Aquila | Crossed Arrows | Cosmology | Elephant
Rings – Om | Avante Garde | Tara midi | Large Om | Rose Quartz double point | Snake | Andromeda | Nishka Leg Chain
Some places are just too spectacular for words. This is one of those places. A space so out of this world, so grand, so majestic, sacred. I can see why people say god lives there. You can literally feel the energy and heartbeat of the land. These breathtaking views kept me in a continual state of awe and reverence, which is a beautiful way to be.
This was my second visit to Yosemite and I must say I’m itching to go back again. There is so much more to explore and I feel like each time I only scratch the surface. The first time I camped within the park at Curry Village. This time we stayed just outside the park at Tenaya lodge. Even though this is close to the park’s entrance, I’d totally suggest staying somewhere more central within the valley. The park is so vast, and it takes over an hour to drive from the entrance into the valley. Spending hours driving each day, even with spectacular views, is not as fun as being out amongst it all.
The highlight of this adventure was definitely Glacier Point. It’s a bit of a winding drive up to the 7000+ft elevation but well worth it. The panoramic views of half dome and the waterfalls are out of this world. It was pretty crowded in the main turn offs, but we found ourselves a quiet little nook to camp out in for the day. We watched deer prance upon by as we admired the amazing scene and took in the gravity of this place. Of course I dressed completely appropriately for a little light hiking ;) flips flops, bikini, lace romper, kimono and a tonne of jewels.
One of the amazing hikes we did whilst at Yosemite was up to Vernal Falls. I hiked this back in 2003 and was so excited to feel the invigorating energy of these falls again. The altitude, the cooling mists, and surround sound of all that falling water makes for a heady combination that is like being inside a dream. Beyond magnificent.
So till next time Yosemite, thanks for fulfilling my wanderlust.
With love and gratitude,
Helen xx
All text and images copyright © Helen Janneson Bense 2020
