Last summer, I wore pretty much this same outfit, but in reverse: white lace shorts and black sheer top with an open back (THIS post). Hey, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. I love this white blouse with the exception that by the end of the night, I have a bag full of the gold spikes, as they fall off in droves.
wearing:
top: Chandelier via LF // shorts: Urban Outfitters // bralet: Urban Outfitters // shoes: Jessica Simpson // bracelets: LIT Boutique cuff and Alex + Ani bangles
I’ve got an exciting event to share with all you in the Boston area! Benefiting the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, I’d love for you all to come get dressed up in your preppiest attire with me for Pier Madness, a charity lobster bake in the Charlestown Navy Yard with live music and complimentary booze (mmm my favorite!) on June 27th. Below is the official event description, and you can get more details here.
Come PREP for summer at this New England style event. Enjoy a sweeping view of the Boston skyline while partying on Pier 4 in the Charlestown Navy Yard. A band will perform live as guests enjoy a Woodman’s Lobster Bake and complimentary beer and wine.
Dig out those Nantucket reds and wear your best bow tie to celebrate the start of summer!
You can purchase your tickets HERE.
Preppy Summer Style
In anticipation of the event, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite preppy fashions. While this isn’t the style I rock on a day-to-day basis, I’m excited to use Pier Madness as an excuse to step out of my usual shopping comfort zone. I’ll obviously go dressier for the event (I’m thinking white dress with bright, colorful accents?) but here’s some inspiration for casual preppy attire.
Nautical Details: I went to school down south, so I know what I’m talking about when I say the biggest difference between New England prep and Southern prep is the nautical twist added above the Mason-Dixon line.
1. Zanobi Anchor Jeans by Malene Birger // 2. Vineyard Vines Rope Bracelet // 3. Alex + Ani Anchor, Sailboat and Starfish Bangles // 4. Vineyard Vines Anchor Clutch // 5. Jack Roger Anchor Flats
Bright Colors & Fun Patterns: When I think of summer prep, I think bright colors and fun patterns. Pair these bold pieces with neutral accessories and shoes, or go all out with prints, Nantucket red and pastels.
6. Foley Dress from Lily Pulitzer // 7. Vineyard Vines Striped Shorts // 8. Linen Blend Wide-Leg Pant from Banana Republic // 9. Vineyard Vines Scarf
Horizontal Stripes: This goes hand-in-hand with the nautical twist to New England prep. Think blues and Nantucket red.
10. Coach Espadrille Flat // 11. Vineyard Vines Striped Sweater // 12. Tory Burch Striped Canvas Tote
Blazers & Collared Shirts: When I think of preppy, I think of clean lines and structure. Blazers, collared shirts and polos, dresses with simple silhouettes—they all fit this bill.
13. Ralph Lauren Boyfriend Jacket // 14. Coral Blazer from Banana Republic // 15. Banana Republic Striped Shirt
A Nude Wedge: This shoe is a summer staple.
16. Tory Burch Wedge
Hope to see all you Boston-area people at the event! Great cause, great food, great music, and a great excuse to get dressed up and throw back a few drinks!
You can purchase your tickets HERE.
Mikoh
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Xavier Crochet-Back One-Piece Bikini $210 // Banyans Top and Lanai Bottom $50/$50 (on sale!) // Coconuts Top and Rockies Bottom $106/$106
Agua Bendita
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Bendito Oeste $205 // Bendito Iridescente $230
L*Space Tops Paired with ASOS Bottoms
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Audrey Fringe Top $73 & Floral Bottom $24 // Byrdie Top $68 & White Ruffle Bottom $17 // Hunter Rose Bandeau $110 & Tie Dye Bottom $34
Standout Suits
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ASOS Leaf Print Caged Bikini $27/$24 // Splendid Monroe Crop Bikini $72/$54 // Luli Fama Bu-la-la Bikini $160 // Mara Hoffman Cami Bikini $132/$101
Mix ‘n Match
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Nasty Gal Petal Top $98 & Victoria’s Secret Beach Sexy Cheeky $15 (on sale!) // Vix Swimwear Ruffle Top $104 & Zinke Emmi Bottom $58
OYE Swimwear
Sally Bikini $350
It’s that time of year when I can finally justify buying a few new bikinis! While you can’t go wrong with the affordable prices of Victoria’s Secret suits, I tend to be drawn to bold patterns, unique cuts and swimwear that I know won’t be worn by every other girl on the beach. That’s why I think my favorite two brands for summer 2013 bikinis are Agua Bendita (my friend introduced me to this amazingly intricate, detailed line while I was traveling in Colombia) and Mikoh (the crochet and string details are amazing!).
For the record, don’t mistake this for a compilation of bikinis I’m actually buying this summer—I wish! As happens every year, I want everything I see on the internet, get overwhelmed and sad that I’m not rich, and wind up browsing the clearance section at Target two weeks later. Womp wommmp. But while my bank account doesn’t agree with my taste in swimwear, these are the suits on my fantasy list for the season, and I’m sure I’ll treat myself to one or two. As for that $350 OYE gold and black bikini…well that has been bookmarked on my computer for over a year. It’s so impractical for the beach, but I am hopelessly obsessed with it. One day…
Which are your favorite suits?
It finally felt like summer this past weekend! No better way to celebrate than with a cheesy head-tossed-back-in-laughter photoshoot, amiright?? Nailed it:
Anyway, jokes and embarrassing pictures aside, I think a flowy white skirt is a summer must-have, and I love the subtle floral pattern on the one I’m wearing. Just make sure that before you purchase one, you do a spin test:
What’s going to be your go-to for stylish summer skirts this season? Skater skirts? Maxi skirts? Hi-lo? I’ll take all three, please.
wearing:
skirt: ya los angeles // blouse: Double Zero via LIT Boutique // sunglasses: LIT Boutique // cuff bracelet: Bobbles & Lace Boutique
This jacket is great for directing traffic, helping school children cross the street and walking through the woods during hunting season. It also made for a fun outfit this weekend. I paired it with pajama-esque polka dot pants because I like attention thought it’d be a nice mix of preppy and trendy.
jacket: Zara // top: ASOS // pants: Forever 21 // shoes: Aldo // sunglasses: Ray-Ban // bracelets: Alex & Ani and LIT Boutique // necklace: Urban Outfitters
Boston, MA
