Category: Travel

I just met my daughter in NYC for a long weekend. We shopped, ate, and spent time with family and friends. It was a rainy weekend, but that didn’t stop us from doing all the things we love in the city. Here’s what I packed, along with a few things we spotted while out shopping.

1. A.L.C Lindsey Midi Dress, $355 I love this dress with a blazer over it, I ended up wearing it twice but switched up the blazer for a different look.
2. ME+EM Sharp Shoulder Blazer, $595 My favorite ME+EM blazer.
3. Barbour Cropped Beadnell Jacket, $425
4. Isabel Marant Fringed Jacket, $642
5. Buck Mason Chambray Shirt, $148 My new favorite button down. I love the denim on denim look with a blazer and red belt.
6. Quince Organic Cotton Sweater, $49 I wore this on the plane with a Buck Mason tee under.
7. White + Warren Cashmere V Neck Sweater, $365 They make my favorite cashmere sweaters.
8. Nili Lotan Shon Red Pant, $390 I wore these on the airplane, very comfortable (love the red).
9. Jeanerica Fuji Flare Jean, $300 Great evening jean.
10. Jeanerica St Monica Flare Jean, $300 My most comfortable flare jean.
11. Gucci Thin Horsebit Buckle Belt, $430 The red adds a pop of color to any outfit.
12. Officine Creative Denner Boot, $865 These are great for daytime and evening. I only packed two pairs of shoes for this trip.
13. Salomon XT6 Sneakers, $185 Great in the rain, and spotted all over NYC.

We spent awhile in Sézane, they had several beautiful jackets/coats (all new arrivals here). Highlighting them below.

1. Sola Jacket, $350 I love the marl taupe color way.
2. Alonsino Jacket, $340 Cropped belted trenches are trending.
3. Louis Coat, $495
4. Isaac Jacket, $330
5. La Ligne Marin Sweater, $350 Perfect red sweater if you are on the hunt for one.
6. Tony Bianco Heeled Mary Jane, $170 These are so good!

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Sweater // Pants // Sandals

Dress // Sandals

My husband and I planned a last minute trip to Portugal and decided to revisit a similar route we did last September. We really love Portugal. The food, the beaches, the people, and how easy it is to get around makes it such an appealing destination.

We started our trip in Lisbon, where we stayed at The Ivens Hotel, which I absolutely loved. From there, we headed to Comporta, a boho chic beach village about an hour and a half from Lisbon. We stayed at Spatia, which I really liked and would definitely recommend.

Our last stop was Melides, a beautiful, understated beach village that still feels relatively untouched. We stayed at Christian Louboutin’s stunning hotel, Vermelho Melides. He’s also building another property in Melides, this one is right on the beach with only 10 rooms. I’m already intrigued!

My Carry-On Packing List

Luggage – Bigger Away Flex Suitcase (on sale) // Personalized Pliage Longchamp Bag // Expandable Longchamp Pliage Bag (I packed this in my suitcase for shopping) // Gucci Crossbody Bag

Dresses – A.L.C. White Harlow Midi // A.LC. Cotton Navy Midi // Doen Mini Dress // Benaras Citrus Caftan // Natalie Martin Fiore Dress (my print is last season) // Zimmermann Plunge Mini Dress // Anine Bing Silk Maxi Dress

Pants – Closed Pull On Pant (good travel pant) // J. Crew Printed Pant

Bathing Suits – Hunza G Toni Red Suit (love the color!) // Black Hunza G Celine Suit

Tops & Sweaters – Doen Cashmere Cardigan // Isabel Marant Crochet Sweater // AV Orange Sweatshirt (On sale, I always travel with one for the plane) // Buck Mason Tee // AV Boyfriend Tee (on sale)

Shoes – Fendi Sandals (comfy walking sandal) // Valentino Slides // New Balance Sneaker // Stuart Weitzman Block Heels (good for uneven European streets) // Black Haviannas

Misc Things – Book – Yesteryear // Sunscreen – Fre // Ursa Major Travel Wipes // Packable Hat – Janessa Leone

Dress // Sandals (leopard are sold out)

Dress

White Dress // Sandals (similar to above)

Dress // Shoes // Hat

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We just got back from a spontaneous trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. We stayed at the Mauna Lani for the second time, and it’s such a beautiful spot. Here are 10 things I packed and wore on our trip.

1. Anne Mashburn Wrap Skirt, $350 (above), I wore it with this Buck Mason light weight button down.
2. A.L.C. Harlow Linen Midi Dress, $595 I love the asymmetrical hem on this dress, it’s also very comfortable.
3. Natalie Martin Fiore Dress, $453 I prefer the silk over the viscose.
4. Doen Nessie Dress, $298 Btw the girls and I, we packed three of these.
5. Hunza G Celine Suit, $240 I packed 3 suits but this is always the one I reach for, the fabric is so comfortable.
6. Birkenstock Ava Sandal, $45 These are must for the rocky beach or long walks.
7. TWP Cotton Trouser, $595, I wore with this l/s Buck Mason button down. Airport outfit.
8. Alex Mill Perfect Weekday Tote, $175 Great carry on bag, just ordered the yellow for my daughter.
9. Aviator Nation Crew Sweatshirt, $175 I love a white crew for a beach vacation.
10. Roller Rabbit Pajamas, $135

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We just got back from a weekend in Napa, where we stayed at the newest Auberge property, Stanly Ranch. The property is beautiful, with exceptional service, delicious food, and a relaxed wine country atmosphere. The weather was perfect, making it easy to spend as much time outdoors as possible. Here’s everything I packed for a chic and cozy weekend in Napa.

Packing List

1. Zimmermann Wanderlust Dress First picture, I’m wearing size 1 (on sale).
2. White Warren Waffle Cashmere Sweater I have this in camel and black, my favorite cashmere sweater.
3. Toteme T Lock Bag I love that the strap detaches so easily and can be a clutch at night.
4. Stuart Weitzman Dayna Wedge Sandal Comfortable platforms.
5. A.L.C. Pouf Skirt Poplin Dress Second picture.
6. Anine Bing Slip Dress Flattering slip dress.
7. Benaras Citrus Caftan Third picture.
8. Fendi Sandals My most comfortable sandals.
9. Natalie Martin Cotton Dress Wore this as a cover up to the pool.
10. Hunza G One Piece Suit Comfortable suit.
11. Roller Rabbit Pajamas My favorite pajamas.
12. Buck Mason Button Down Uniform staple for me I have several of these.
13. TKEES Flip Flops Comfortable flip flop.
14. Alosoft 7/8 Legging I love the heather oatmeal with the Lululemon lilac top.
15. Closed Romilla Pant, $295 Great travel pant.
16. Gucci Butterfly Sunglasses, $415

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Notes from our trip to the English Country Side, Florence & Rome.

2 Nights Heckfield Place, Hampshire England – we stayed on property the whole time, besides an excursion to Purdey at The Royal Berkshire for clay pigeon shooting. There is really no reason to leave the property with the incredible grounds, farm to table restaurants, and spa.

6 Nights Collegio alla Querce Florence, Italy – this hotel is perfection! It’s 15 minutes from town so if you want to be in the center of town this is not the hotel for you.

2 Nights Fendi Private Suites Rome, Italy – 7 suites located above the Fendi store in Rome.

Where we ate & drank.

Florence

Dinners & Drinks – Atelier de Nerli // Il Santo Bevitore (both the restaurant & wine bar) // Buca Lappi // La Giostra // Osteria Del Cinghisle Bianco // La Menagerie

La Sorbettiera gelato // De Ghiotti sandwiches // Shiatteria de Neri sandwiches // Gusta Pizza // Ditta Artigianale Coffee

Rome

Dinner & Lunch – Roscioli Salumeria // Interno 92 // Mimi & Coco (for the lasagna) // Antico Forno Santini (pizza & bakery) // Sant Eustachio (coffee) // Zuma (Japanese restaurant at the top of Fendi Suites, fun for drinks)

Packing List

Jackets – ME+EM Blazer (I wore this the most) // Barbour Jacket // Moncler Lans Puffer (packs up really small)

Pants – Jeanerica Flare (evening jean) // Banana Cropped Barrel Leg (dark day jean) // Jeanerica Cream Wide Leg Jean (day & night jean // Polo Utility Pant (airplane pants)

Tops – Buck Mason White Tee (packed 3) // Ann Mashburn Button Down // Quince Cashmere Crew // White Warren thicker Cashmere Crew // Kule l/l stripe Tee (I always pack one of these) // Leopard Cashmere Crew

Pajamas – Roller Rabbit Monkey PJ’s

Dress – Zimmermann Black Wrap Dress

Shoes – New Balance 990 // Officine Creative Boot // Leopard Pointy Toe Boot

Accessories – Gucci Belt // Toteme T Lock Bag // Medium Flex Away Bag // Longchamp Expandable Weekender

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1. Excited to watch Love Story, the fashion is supposed to be so good!
2. I can’t believe how much Barbour I’m seeing in Italy. I bought this one for my daughter, love the pink corduroy trim.
3. I’m see a lot of wide leg trousers like these in Italy.
4. My expandable Longchamp is really coming in handy on this trip. A must for travel when you’re shopping.
5. I’m see a lot of trenches like this one.
6. My medium Away flex was perfect for 11 days away in Italy.
7. I’m seeing loafers everywhere,1953 Gucci, Sebegos, Prada, The Row, and Belgium loafers worn with quarter ankle socks.
8. Mule are trending like these Miu Miu boat mules and Gucci mules.
9. I’m seeing cream jeans like mine above with a blazer.
10. I’ve spotted a lot of crisp button downs like this and this.
11. I packed three Buck Mason tee’s that I love for layering on this trip, they are the best!

When I get back I will share more details about my trip and all my favorite restaurants.

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ME+EM Blazer // Nili Lotan Leopard Cashmere Crew // Quince Cashmere Crew // Jeanerica Jeans // Toteme Clutch

Usually when I travel to Florence, it’s a quick two or three day trip packed with activities. This time I’m seeing it a lot differently without a ton of scheduled plans. The past two nights we sat outside Il Santo Bevitore having aperitivo and watching all the beautifully dressed Italian men and women. I could sit there for hours, the fashion is so chic yet practical for city living. There is an ease to the way people interact with one another and enjoy life at a slower pace than in the states. While roaming the streets, I stopped into the original Gucci store to pick up a new pair of loafers and mules. I also checked out the new IT suede Borsetto bag along with this belt and sunglasses. Also on my list was a stop at the Hogan store to replace my sneakers (I got these & these). Lastly, was the Ferragamo store to try on the Vara pumps. I bought them many years ago in Rome, they just revamped the Vara with a block heel and a quilted ballet flat (love them all, classic!).

We are staying at the beautiful Collegio Alla Querce – the decor, service, and architecture is truly magnificent!

This is a picture from the Gucci Museum which was a very cool exhibition.

White Warren Sweater // Banana Republic Barrel Jeans // Hogan Sneakers // Striped Sock

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I’m back at one of my favorite hotels in Hampshire England, Heckfield Place. A peaceful oasis about 1 hour outside of London. I’m sharing some of my outfits from our stay.

Barbour Jacket // Quince Sweater // Buck Mason Tee // Banana Republic Jeans

ME+EM Blazer // Ann Mashburn Button Down // Jeanerica Jeans // Gucci Belt // Leopard Bootie

ME+EM Blazer // Ann Mashburn Button Down // Jeanerica Jeans // Gucci Belt // Leopard Bootie

Barbour Jacket // Lululemon l/s Top // Alosoft 7/8 Leggings // New Balance Sneakers

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I just got back from a girl weekend in Los Olivos. We stayed at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern which I love! It’s a great little getaway, only two hours from Los Angeles. I always make a pitstop in Santa Barbara on the way to do a little shopping at The Post Montecito and The Montecito Mart. We did a lot of lounging, eating, drinking, and cards. Sharing some details below.

Restaurants – Bar Le Cote // Bell’s // The Tavern // SY Kitchen

Shopping – Wendy Foster // Favour // Mer // Santa Ynez General Store

What I Wore

Thursday Night – Isabel Marant Sweater // Sezane Sailor Jeans // Isabel Marant Suede Boot

Friday Night – Brochu Walker Dress // Loeffler Randall High Boots // Buck Mason Shrunken Blazer

Saturday Night – Anne Mashburn Button Down // AMO Flare Jeans // Buck Mason Shrunken Blazer // Gucci Belt // Isabel Marant Boot

I packed my comfy Roller Rabbit pajamas (the softest!) to sleep in, and cozy The Great cardigan to keep me warm.

Lastly, I bought the softest faux fur jacket and was eyeing this cropped AGOLDE leather bomber (on my wish list).

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Weekend Max Mara Coat (above)

I’m spending a couple of days in NYC this week. I flew in Sunday evening and went right to dinner at Blue Ribbon on Sullivan Street and then the Blue Note for an incredible Jazz show, R+R = NOW// Robert Glasper. Yesterday, we got up early and had coffee at La Cabre and then headed uptown for lunch at Mark’s Off Madison. Along the way we stopped at the New Balance store (got these sneakers). Then I hit the flagship Ralph Lauren store on 72nd and Madison to replenish my cashmere sweaters. I got a red cable crew, grey cable polo, camel cable crew, a pair of army green utility pants, dressy button down, and RRL jeans (raw denim). I also spent time in the Jones Road store where I got a new foundation (light/Claire), cover-up pencil (shade 8), lip stick (Maeve), and lip gloss (pink gold shimmer). I have been wanting to try Bobby Brown’s new clean line and it was great to try it on in person. We finished our 29,000 step day with dinner at Frenchette which was incredible. Today it will be downtown shopping…more to come.

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J. Crew Linen Shirt Dress // Celine Sunglasses

Brochu Walker Pinstripe Shirt Dress

Good morning everyone, – I am just returning from 9 nights in Portugal. It was my first time there and what a truly beautiful country. The people, food, and landscape were truly spectacular. I’m sharing our itinerary because I thought it was a perfect mix of city, beach, country, and all within two hours of each other by car. Perfect itinerary for our time frame.

Hotels

Barrio Alto Hotel Lisbon // Sublime Comporta // Sao Lourenco do Barrocal Alentejo (saved best for last!)

Restaurants we loved!

LISBON – Rocco // Ramiro // Avenida JNcQUOI // A Cervicheria // Time Out Market

COMPORTA – Cavalarica // JNcQUOI Beach Club // Sado // Be Comporta (lunch spot)

San Lourence do Barrocal – we had all the meals at the hotel since the food was so good! Majority of the ingredients came from the property.

Packing List

Luggage – Medium Expandable Away Suitcase // Longchamp Le Pliage Expandable Travel Bag (for shopping) // Le Pliage Personalized Longchamp Bag // Quince Cosmetic Cases // Gucci Crossbody Bag

Tops – Buck Mason Button Down // Buck Mason Cropped s/s Button Down // Kule l/s Tee // Buck Mason s/s Tee

Pants – Banana Republic Poplin Drawstring Pant (wore on plane) // Banana Republic Wide Leg Crop Pant // Jeanerica White Jean

Dresses – Brochu Walker Pinstripe Shirt Dress // Buck Mason Cotton Slip Dress (great for warm weather travel) Doen Daphne Babydoll Dress // Matta NY Dress // Zimmermann Floral Midi Linen Dress // J. Crew Linen Shirt Dress // Natalie Martin Silk Fiore Dress // Natalie Martin Cotton Dress

Swimsuits – J. Crew Sculpt Suit // Hunza G One Piece Both are very comfortable and flattering.

Shoes – Jamie Haller Loafers // Valentino Slides // Hermes Chypre // Stuart Weitzman Platform Sandals // Hoka Clifton Sneakers

Sweat Set & PJ Set – AV Sweatshirt & Pant ( I always pack a cozy sweat set) // J. Crew Cotton Poplin Set

Jacket – The Great Cardigan // Navy Blazer

Workout Clothes – 3 Set Active Sets

Undergarments – Eby Bralette (the most comfy bralette for travel) // Natori T-Shirt Bra // Chantelle Hipster Undies

Hat & Sunglasses – Janessa Leone Judith Packable Hat (this got crushed and just molds right back into shape // Celine Sunglasses

Zimmermann Floral Midi Linen Dress

Matta NY Dress (diff print above sold out)

Buck Mason Cotton Slip Dress

Buck Mason Cropped s/s Button Down // Jeanerica White Jean // The Great Cardigan

Natalie Martin Silk Fiore Dress // Janessa Leone Judith Packable Hat

Buck Mason s/s Tee // Banana Republic Poplin Drawstring Pant // Gucci Crossbody Bag

Janessa Leone Judith Packable Hat // J. Crew Linen Shirt Dress // Gucci Crossbody Bag

Adeus!

Julie

The Great Cardigan // Doen Top // Jeanerica Jeans // Rachel Comey Clogs // Turquoise Necklace (similar to above)

I’m just getting back from a couple of nights at Mattei’s Tavern in Los Olivos. In the Santa Ynez Valley this charming boutique hotel is surrounded by horse ranches and beautiful vineyards. We stopped at the Montecito Mart on the way there for a little shopping. I went into Clic (love that boutique), Doen (got this gingham top), and a quick bite to eat at Merci. Once we were in Los Olivos we relaxed by the pool, drank delicious wines, and enjoyed their morning yoga classes. The little town is just a 5 minute walk away with cute boutiques and wine tasting rooms. We had lunch at Bell’s (amazing French bistro) and dinner at Bar Le Cote (modern seafood fare). On the way back home we checked out The Post Montecito a new shopping destination in Santa Barbara. The first Jamie Haller store opened (got these loafers) along with Brochu Walker (got this dress & top and eyeing this stunning cardigan), Merlette, Janessa Leone, Amber Interiors, and several more chic boutiques. Lastly, we stopped in Summerland which is filled with cute homes stores and Heidi Merrick boutique. Fun and easy little getaway!

More details on what I packed below.

J. Crew Two Piece Set // J. Crew Suit // Waterproof Birks

Kule Top // Levi Jeans // Hermes Sandals

Natalie Martin Fiore Dress // Hermes Sandals

J. Crew Linen Dress // Hunza G Suit // Janessa Leone Packable Hat // Waterproof Birks

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Airport Outfit – Kule Tee // Cotton Poplin Pants // Salomon Sneakers // AV Sweatshirt in my carry-on

Italy packing list, what I packed in my carry-on and Bigger Away Suitcase.

Longchamp Carry-On

1. AV Sweatshirt
2. Janessa Leone Packable Hat
3. Quince leather cosmetic case
4. Travel Backgammon set
5. Playing Cards
6. Lavender Hand Sanitizer
7. Dr. Hauschka Lip Balm
8. Tower 28 Lip Gloss
9. Travel Pillow
10. Travel Sized Tissues

Bigger Away Carry-On Suitcase

Dresses – Ulla Johnson Hibiscus Print Dress (50% off) // Zimmermann Wrap Dress (on sale) // Zimmermann Linen Floral Midi (on sale) // Ulla Johnson Playsuit // Natalie Martin Cotton Dress // Julie Harrah Silk Cover-Up // Natalie Martin Silk Fiore Maxi // J. Crew White Linen Tunic // Buck Mason Cotton Slip Dress (great dress for sightseeing in the hot heat)

Tops – Buck Mason Button Down (white & blue stripe) // Buck Mason Tee (white & grey)

Shorts – J. Crew Linen Short // Left on Friday Linen Short

Shoes – Hermes Chypre // Birkenstock 1774 Red // Valentino Large Rock Stud Sandal

Bathing Suit – Hunza G One Piece // J. Crew One Piece Classic Sculp (on sale)

Jacket – A.P.C Navy Blazer

Undergarments – Chantelle Underwear // NOOD Bra Cups // Natori Bra

Cosmetic Case Set – Quince Leather Set

Workout Clothes – Alo Goddess Tank // Alo Airlift Pant

More of what I packed for Punta Mita

1. Alex Mill Cardigan, $195 Above, it’s chilly at night in Punta Mita.
2. Mille Astrid Dress, $174
3. Ulla Johnson Ottilie Dress, $490
4. Ulla Johnson Playsuit, $175 Below.
5. Stuart Weitzman Dayna Platform Sandals, $495 So comfy, below.
6. Julie Harrah Isabell Dress, $665
7. Natalie Martin Valerie Dress, $195
8. Natalie Martin Fiore Dress, $395
9. Banana x Republic x White Lotus Halter Dress, $350
10. J. Crew Linen Shorts, $69.50 I got these right before I left they are so comfortable.
11. J. Crew Sculpt Swimsuit, $118 So flattering, runs small I bought size 4.
12. Left on Friday Linen Shorts, $100
13. Clare V. Trucker Hat, $50
14. Janessa Leone Judith Hat, $287
15. Birkenstock Ava, $49