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Ask Magpie: Raffia Hats, Summer Skirts, + More.

By: Jen Shoop

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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Jessica Clare
Jessica Clare
20 days ago

I’m having surgery next week, and I’d love any recs for engrossing books that aren’t too heavy! Xo

Jessica Clare
Jessica Clare
16 days ago
Reply to  Jen Shoop

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

Jen Browne
Jen Browne
20 days ago

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.

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