POLKA DOT MAXI DRESS

The Steele Maiden: Polka Dot Maxi Dress

I meant to post these photos (from our family weekend down in Lewes Beach, DE) last week.. but then another weekend got in the way. Summer has a way of doing that, right?

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STRIPED KNIT DRESS AND BOATER HAT

Nautical Style: Talbots striped knit dress and straw boater hat

I’ve talked about it before but one of my major goals over these past few years has been to focus more on quality, classic wardrobe items that really stay true to my personal aesthetic. A slightly nautical style is one I always gravitate towards, especially in summer (but give me an oversized fisherman sweater and dark denim come fall and I’ll be quite content). This striped knit dress and saddle bag are both examples of pieces that I know I’ll have for seasons to come.

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SOHO IN SUMMER: LOU & GREY CHAMBRAY CUTOUT DRESS

Soho, NYC: Lou & Grey Chambray Cutout Dress and Marc Fisher Platforms

Dressing for summer in New York City poses a particular set of challenges. You want to look put together enough for meetings at the office, brunch downtown, rooftop drinks and the general level of chic that this city demands (and deserves).. but at the same time. It’s hot. Like 100% humidity, elbow to elbow with sweaty strangers enduring a subway train breeze, radiating from the pavement you stand on… hot. This chambray cutout dress from Lou & Grey is definitely up to the challenge.

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