The Golden Three

Wearing: Ralph Lauren flannel (similar options here), Mango blazer (last worn here), The Reformation jeans, Converse sneakers, Madewell ring, Asha by Adm ring

There is some sort of running joke between my family, friends, and I that either dress like a) I'm on my way to Paris Fashion Week, b) that I'm a surf bum or c) that I am a mix of Ralph Lauren ad meets hippie. 

Hey, it's how I roll. This weekend was especially prominent in my sartorial decisions as I wore the latter of the three styles. Along with that, my high top converse have replaced my black Nikes, but note to all, ice + converse equals bruised back. 

Photos by Reid Secondo

Weekend by the water

Wearing: Vineyard Vines sweater, Zara jeans, Converse sneakers, Madewell shades

To begin a season full of weekend trips in New England, Saturday was spent in the quaint beach town  of Niantic, CT. Nothing makes a day better than fish n chips, college sailing, and making a muck on the beach. Excluding dealing with salt sprayed denim and sandy feet... you win some, you lose some, eh?

Monday funday, let's do it kids. 

Sunshine Set

Wearing: Addison NY x WeWoreWhat top and shorts, Converse sneakers, Topshop pearl choker, Jules Smith rose gold choker

The key to summertime lazy dressing is incredibly simple; matching separates. For someone who has to drag themselves out of bed, sets are a no-fail outfit for any occasion. Due to the lack of color in my wardrobe, I surprised myself when I whipped out this sunshine state of mind get-up. Did I knock myself on the head or is the sunshine finally getting to my head. I'm afraid I don't even know. But, I'll still be wearing these separates all summer long.

Shop separates below-

Rational Shopping

All rational thinking goes out the window when it comes to online shopping. Somehow, I convince myself that it's perfectly justifiable to buy another pair of sneakers or leather jacket (err... it's on sale!) with summer around the corner. Never less, some of these items are essential to every girl's wardrobe; denim shorts, perhaps?

Push aside the thought of practicality, all these items are at the top of my list. Not that I need anymore shoes, but these sandals fit the bill for my feet- neutral and (almost) flat. Double check. Those paired with a striped top and shorts is my soon-to-be uniform. 

 Rational shopping? That's right.

Shop it all here:

Formulaic

Wearing: Vineyard Vines dress c/o (similar, similar), Urban chambray (lighter wash), Rebecca Minkoff bag, Comme Des Garçons x Converse sneaks, vintage Sunglasses

As it's completely  obnoxiously obvious by now, stripes are my favorite print to wear. A stripe dress can become your best friend when it comes to weekend dressing. Having it be a classic item, it can be challenging to mix it up and put your own personal spin. I tend to go with an overall blue and white palette (with a pop of red... 'Murica). A dark wash chambray cinches the waist and adds texture which is most definitely a win-win. Tousled hair and minimal makeup finish of the formula for weekend dressing.

A few other combinations I love for a stripe number:

 denim vest + slip on sneaks

cinched waist + open trench + hi-tops

white blazer + bandanna style scarf + d'orsay flats

Striped Legs

Wearing: Mango pants, Zara sweater, Comme des Garçons x Converse sneakers, Madewell trench (old, similar), Chanel bag

I am not sure why I am drawn to these pants so much. I wore them all day on Saturday and I was told I resembled a clown, beetlejuice and Robin Thicke- quite a statement pant if I say so myself. Alas my friends, I am not one to jump up and down for printed pants but I have slowly gravitated towards them. Simply put, these pajama trousers has stolen my heart and you know I cannot resist stripes of any kind. Along with my new favorite converse and neutral basics it became the perfect outfit for the weekend.

On another note, did you guys tune into the Oscars last night? I rarely live tweet award shows but I had a blast last night on Twitter. Who do you think was best dressed? Kate, Lupita, Olivia, and Emma looked flawless in my opinion. And I cannot not talk about that #epicselfie and pizza party. Be sure to come back tomorrow for a full Oscar recap. 

Winter Beach

Irish knit, Mango coat, James Jeans, Converse, DKNY tights (worn under jeans),

On Sunday morning, we ventured out quite early to the beach. I have explained my love for beaches during the Winter and this was a perfect example of why I love it. Bundled up in thick knits and warm layers, we escaped into a less snowy winter. The water was eerily still and the sun warmed our faces. Sometimes my friends, winter isn't so bad after all. 

Pastel

Joie pants (old), BLK Denim sweatshirt, Asos coat, Alice & Olivia heels (similar)

 AV Max cuff, Converse sneaks

Thank you for the positive response on last week's post about quality over quantity. A quick note regarding quality- I am having some trouble when it comes to my photos so stay with me while I get it all sorted out. If you or anyone you know is a photography wiz, please email me.

To say the least, I am pretty much done with Winter. Over the weekend I wore a pair of white lace pants that I picked up last spring from Joie. To stay warm, I layered up with a grey sweatshirt (I have worn it everyday for the past week) and a oversized scarf. Shed the extra layers and add heels when it's time to dress up a bit. 

Photos by Reid Secondo

Hello Autumn

J.Crew sweater (borrowed from the boys) // Citizens of Humanity jeans  // Converse Sneaks

Yesterday marked the first day of fall. It's is my favorite season hands down- this year, it will be a super busy one. My birthday, events, several trips are some of what this season holds ahead for me. I hope you enjoyed yesterday's amazing weather and had a great weekend. Now we face the week...

Also, if you haven't entered my J.Crew giveaway with Caroline, get to it!

Neutral Mix

HIHO Dress c/o // Converse Sneakers // J.Crew Belt (old) // Celine Bag // Michael Kors Watch // Loren Hope Link Bracelet // Asha by Adm Bracelet // Essie "Madison Ave-Hue" Polish

Normally I don't wear a ton of neutrals- except white- during the summer. Over the weekend, I decided to mix it up and wear a neutral outfit. I wore this HIHO dress (which I also have in blue & white) for an easy daytime outfit. I added neutral accessories; white kicks, classic bag, and simple bracelets. It's definitely a new look for me but I like it a lot! The light material of the dress is also perfect in the scorching summer heat (like this past weekend!) 

New England Pride

If you remember my old post Autumn Beach, I talk about how much I love being near the water in the colder months. Something about the calm water and hazy sky just makes me giddy. Because I’m a sailor perhaps I’m just naturally drawn to the water. My favorite places to go are on the water; Newport, St.Barts, La Rochelle, and quaint towns in New England. I am so lucky to be sailing in some of these amazing places too! My second favorite thing about these places is the amazing brands and lines that come out of them. St.Barts with it’s fashionable boutiques, La Rochelle with its quintessential French shops and brands, and New England with its classic and nautical style.

Most New England brands are made by hand in their home state. The brands are all about fine detailing and perfecting the simple New England style yet tweaking it to keep it authentic. Frank Clegg has mastered the art of timeless craftsmanship with their leather goods. I’ve been dying for a bag ever since my older brother, Reid, received one for his 19th birthday (yes, I do look to my brother for style inspiration-he has mastered classic style). Some of my favorite New England brands are Sail to Sable and The Ropes Maine. Sail to Sable is a line of stylish tunic dresses in a variety of prints and fabrics. The one I’m wearing below is corduroy giving it a little bit of a cozy/winter feel. I paired it with a leather belt to cinch the waist. Lastly, I think my love for The Ropes has been showed enough ! (See here and here) New England has both abiding brands that empathizes the original “prep of New England” look but also has up and coming designers that are willing to shake things up a little.

Keep on Sailing,

Sloane

Sail to Sable Dress c/o // Asos Jacket // Converse Sneakers // Urban Outfitters Sunnies // The Ropes Bracelets c/o