Seeking Sun: Resort Ready

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 Though I don't have plans to follow the sun anytime soon, I know that some of you do. If you are at a luxury resort, bring the best of your warm weather wardrobe. It can be a real fashion show poolside. Scroll before you go!

Alemais Michelle One Piece
This suit is one part swimsuit and another part art!

Anthropologie

Alemais Michelle Beach Tote

Chic in cotton and matches the Michaelle swimsuit so well! Big enough for your towel, a good book, sunscreens, and a makeup bag.

Anthropologie

Caroline Constas Raquela

My kind of dress! Wear it with heels as shown out to dinner. Pair it with flat sandals for a walk into town or on the beach.

Shopbop

Pilcro Pleated Culotte

All cotton and casual chic. If you don't wear shorts, these may be your answer. Wear them for going down to breakfast or strolling the streets.

Anthropologie

L'Agence Mixed Media Sneaker

I am not one to wear a sport sneaker except in the gym. These leather sneakers have a lot more style than your average workout shoe. Perfect for exploring your vacation surroundings.

Nordstrom   

Beach Shirt

It's a basic that everyone needs. This can be worn over your suit or with pants. It's a linen and cotten blend, so you will be comfy and cool in the heat. Under $100.

J. Crew

Rosette Choker Swimsuit
Add a pretty touch to pool time. Can be worn with or without straps, but the choker stays.

Same Los Anngeles

Melissa Petals Flip Flops

I couldn't resist these to go with the swisuit above. They are PVC and waterproof. making them pool perfect.

Free People

Rebellion Paint Stripe Gown

So striking in silk stripes. Of all of the resort styles out now, this may be my favorite.

Zimmermann

Luna Skirt

Darling in dupioni. Its' giving Sharon Stone vibes with her ball skirt and white tee. The perfect pick if you are going on a luxury yacht. 

Julia Amory

The Goldie Set
These pieces were made for beach walks and hotel breakfasts. Made from terrific terry cloth and infused with aloe! Sold separately. Also available in red and black.

Splendid

Pia Poplin Pant & Shirt

Done up in Gummy Green, with super fun stripes. Once you tap the link below or image above, scroll down for the shirt info. Lunch at the pool anyone?

Simon Miller

Simon Miller Accessories

Always as fun as the fashion. Wear the sandals and bag with the striped pieces or anything black.

Simon Miller

Esinea Knit Dress

The vibrant knit material falls softly to its' maxi length. It could be worn casually or for an occasion, depending on the shoe that you pair with it.

Faithful The Brand

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Weekend Wrap Up

 Here we are at the first weekend of summer. With this heat wave, it feels like the dog days already.  Wrapping up the week early with these links that feel like summer! 

Take the plunge! If I could, I would. Isn't this just beautiful? See the suit at Anthropologie

Armchair Travelers: 11 Of The Best Beaches in Europe For A Coastal Escape. It's a great article with places to stay, too. Read it at Vogue.

Birckenstock Beauties! I have never been a Birckenstock Girl, and never will be. However, if I was going to buy a pair. It would be these Eva Arizona numbers at Free People. They come in 11 pretty pastels. $50

The Last Straw: With umbrella drinks trending, I love a good straw. Finally found some that are great,  24 of them, in fact. They are reusable and only $6 for 24 at Amazon. 

When is the best time to buy Outdoor Furniture? At Serena & Lily, it's right now. Shop the Tent Sale before it's over.

Don't Bug Me! Being outside is a wonderful summer perk. The bugs are not. There's a new bug spray in town, and it's called Golden Hour by Kinfield. It's Deet free, good for you, and the environment. Read about it at the best Clean Beauty store, Credo Beauty.

Have a special event coming up this summer? Shop the Summer Soiree Sale at Sachin & Babi. They have a lovely collection of mid - high priced looks. Save 25% sitewide with Code: SUMMER25.

Need a gift? Before you go anywhere else, check out the summer sale at Mark & Graham. So many great summery styles! Plus for a limited time, take an extra 25% off sale prices. Use Code: EXTRA25

The Hamptons Guide at Goop. I have lived in New York for over two years, and still have not gone. This jam packed article tells you where to stay, what to do, what to buy and more!

My collagen experience: I have been using Ancient Nutrition's,  Advanced Lean Collagen Powder for over 3 weeks now. I have to say that I am amazed at the benefits so far. The most noticeable one is the relief of joint pain. The other big difference is in digestion. Oh my! It's all so much better. I think that I am hooked. Read all about it at Ancient Nutrition. Plus they are having a sale!

What To Wear For The 4th? Don't fret, you'll find some great ideas on Shop This. I promise no flags are involved. 

Wear these Loeffler Randall Champagne Jellies with everything! How fun is that bling? Almost sold out everywhere, including Loeffler Randall.

Tuckernuck

De Mellier London Bags: I just discovered this line of bags through my friend, Sara. They are really so lovely. And instead of costing thousands, they are hundreds. We are all in luck, as they are having a sale now. If you love a good quality handbag, this may be your designer.

P.S. Take 25% off Sitewide at FUNBOY

Have  a Lovely Weekend!

XO

Deb

What To Wear For The 4th Of July

Summer's biggest holiday is just nine days away. Can you believe it? Hopefully you have some fun plans on the calendar. Whatever you are doing, it's good to have some festive fashion lined up for each activity.  There's way to do it without looking like a walking flag. Here's inspiration for the 

entire family.

BuDah Girl Bangles

Add a stack of stylish accessories to any outfit for some festive flair!

Budha Girl

Beachside Tide Maxi

From beach to bistro, this maxi takes a minimum of effort. If red isn't your color, this style is also available in 8 other stylish shades. Under $100.

Free People

Luminous Halter Gown

Made from a silk linen organza, this is one lovely look. Best yet, it's on sale. 

4th of July wedding anyone?

Zimmermann

Toes In The Sand

Shoes off and ready for the beach. Add some Boat Shoes, and he's good ship to shore. The Striped Tee is perfect for an all American look. The chambray jacket pulls it all together.

Janie & Jack

Mia Mini Fringe Clutch

Mar Y Sol designs affordable and adorable straw bags. This chic clutch is one of them!

Tuckernuck

Smocked Chambray Dress

Perfect for dressing up or down. In sizes 3 months - 12. Just add a red bow.

Janie and Jack

 Peter Millar Style

Versatile performance styles to navigate the scenes of any summer day. Great casual style for the well dressed guy.

Neiman Marcus

Puff Sleeve Tee & Pom Pom Earrings
A good sleeve is everything this season.  Pair it with denim and a statement earring like these. Find the Tee HERE and the earrings HERE.

Tuckernuck

Butterfly Garden

If you are a house guest or have house guests, wear these PJ'S down to breakfast. Butterfly Garden 🦋 is a new silky print and is available in sizes XS-3X

Natori

Double Flounce Tankini Suit

Boston Proper offers the best swim styles for those of us of a certain age. This suit will look fun and feminine way past the upcoming holiday.

Boston Proper

Nina Embroidered Shirt and Shorts

Zimmermann creates the prettiest fashions. The eyelet fabric is just fabulous! Even if you don't do shorts, the blouse can be paired with so

 many things.

Zimmermann

Nice & Nautical
There's no better place to look for a little red, white, and blue than Nautica. And their 50% off sale is better than fireworks.

Nautica

Rhona Silk Pant & Capri Shirt

No one does navy better than Ralph Lauren. These pieces from Ralph's Collection are the very definition of casual chic. 

Ralph Lauren

Capri Shirt.    Silk Pant

Monroe Open Knit Sweater

What a great look for less than I expected. Here's how to wear sleeves without being too warm.

Bergdorf Goodman

Team USA

This year, Polo Ralph Lauren proudly supports TeamUSA with a collection of casual apparel — defined by a palette of red, white, and blue.

Ralph Lauren

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All Things Beachy Keen

Yesterday, sunbathers hit  Chicago's Oak Street Beach. Why not? It was 85 degrees. The sight from my window begged the question, Am I beach ready? Are you? Here's my edit for all

things beachy keen.  

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For all the colors under the sun,

Josie Natori has you covered with chic caftans, Bikini's sold individually, one pieces in over the rainbow hues, and beautiful beach towels. 

Natori

Paul and Joe's Summer Edition

comes in retro cool shades that 

are mani and pedi perfect.

Beauty Habit

Mara Hoffman's Electric Casino Suit

hits the jackpot at the pool or beach!

Neiman Marcus

Rachel Roy's Carina Snakeskin Sandal

sparkles with golden chains.

Zappos Couture

I am not a tee shirt girl. But it's

hard to top the notion of Capri.

This cool cotton henley makes a

chic coverup.

Gorsuch

Longchamp's Finca Luisa Canvas Tote

plays well from sea to shining sea. A print inspired by Mediterranean houses celebrates the work of Mexican architect Luis Barragan. 

Nordstrom

My perfect coverup...and I would never

take it off. Short enough to tan your legs,

low enough to add some color to your chest,

and the peek a boo shoulders add a bit of

sexiness.  Made of lightweight gauze.

Free People

One of my fave Summer scents...

Bobbi Brown's Beach. Try the Body Oil

to add a sheen to your skin on or off the beach.

Barneys New York

Make waves...Italian style with Missoni's

Beach Bags, Robes and Towels.  See the collection at

Unica Home

If I could..I would.  Zeki's Feather Trimmed 

Bikini certainly is a splash of color!

Harrods

Jonathan Adler's pretty printed pareo

is just the piece we all need to cover up

in style. Pop it on over your swimsuit or

wear it as a scarf/wrap.

Nordstrom's

Mar Y Sol's Caracas Basket Tote is just

too much fun not to own.

Shop Bop

I, for one, could not live without a black 

swimsuit. The Riviera Rita suit by Thapelo

is an elegant look. 

Nancy Meyer

 Tory Burch's Shelby Patent Leather Thong is 

pedicure perfect for sun and sea.

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