First, an alert that Gap is going live with a second collaborative collection with Doen today at some point! If you are a cardmember, you already have access; if not, the collab may be alive now! These pieces sold out so quickly last year and are incredible quality. I shared all my top picks here and will be wearing this top and skirt from the collection today — the team generously sent me this set in advance of the launch. I am planning to buy this and this — mayyyybe also this?! — myself!
Q: Obsessed with the Loewe Dice bag you shared, but out of budget. Any similar for less?
A: Try this Ann Taylor style! Or hunt for the Loewe on TRR!
Q: Raffia bucket hat.
A: I own and love this Janessa Leone (packable!); look for less with this J. Crew. For something more structured, like the gal above, try this (bonus: it’s $69!); for a splurge, try this Prada.
Q: Lunch in NYC with my most stylish friends. Something different!
A: Try this Dagmar, this Missoni-coded ME+EM, or this Toteme with a sleek sandal. Also cannot stop thinking about this gingham set from Posse.
Q: Summer skirts.
A: You know how much I love my Doen Sebastiane (look for less — under $100! — here). If it’s stripes you’re after, try this $128 Tuckernuck (in my closet), this well-priced Gap, or this gorgeous Suzie Kondi. If you like a utility vibe, I love this J. Crew in the honey brown — reminds me of Ulla. And if you’re looking for a fab pattern, I LOVE this style from HHH worn with a simple white tank or tee. Also fun: this LR, this Rails gingham.
Q: Outer layer – lightweight, neutral, short (like a date night jacket).
A: This VB!!!! Vibe for less with this. Other options — is this too colorful? I love it! I also have this linen blazer style jacket, and it looks weirdly boxy on the model but is very chic IRL.
Q: Baby shower dress — it’s a girl.
A: I love this lilac-pink caftan, or this Julia Amory (unbelted).
Q: Hostess gift for a baby shower.
A: Hotel Lobby Hamptons candle or cake bites!
Q: Dresses for drinks/night out with friends?
A: Farm Rio or Alemais are always punchy and unexpected! Also love the idea of this little white dress with a statement sandal (like a Gucci dad sandal or raffia fisherman sandal), or this flirty little seashell number, or really anything from Cala de la Cruz. Have FUN!
A: Summer girls trip to PB!
A: A combo of La Maregold and Julia Amory! Like how perfect is this set with a basket bag?
Q: Summer shoes to throw on to walk the dog!
A: Birks, bien sur! This is the exact pair I own and love. These waterproof ones might be good too.
Q: Ladylike dress for an event at a country club.
A: This Fanm Mon, this LaMareGold, this Tuckernuck. If you’re OK with a shorter hem, this is so pretty.
Q: Fourth of July – Nantucket with my husband’s family.
A: This is perfect.
Q: Any picks from Veronica Beard’s summer collection?
A: I ordered this. Also love this gingham dress and this short sleeved jacket.
Q: Under-$200 dresses for summer.
A: REALLY love this Sezane in navy or white.
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I’m having surgery next week, and I’d love any recs for engrossing books that aren’t too heavy! Xo
Hi Jessica! I’m sorry to hear – we will be thinking of you. There were a lot of great book recs along these lines in the comments on this post:
https://magpiebyjenshoop.com/jens-weekend-drafts-sit-with-todays-version-of-yourself/
Specifically, there were several upvotes for Back After This! Carley Fortune’s new book comes out tomorrow I believe — could be perfect for you!
Sending you love and an easy recovery.
xx
Oooh those comments are indeed a treasure trove, and I hadn’t heard of Carley Fortune; PERFECT!! Thank you so much for the recs and especially the kind well wishes. :). XOXO
Enjoy and best wishes for the quickest recovery.
xx
A note on the Sezane broderie anglaise dress – do not wash on cold as the care instructions suggest. I bought, wore, and washed the white dress and compared it to the navy I had just received and it shrunk 1/2-3/4 of an inch in width and length. Le sigh.
OMG! Thank you for the intel!