Fashion
Cart Confidential Vol. 13
The warmth is finally here to stay — not the peak of summer yet, but just enough to shift how we dress, move, and gather. This week’s cart captures that in-between: sun-warmed days, a little more skin, and pieces that lean into the ease of early summer.
A natural raffia top that feels like it was made for golden hour
A fringe skirt that sways with every step
A knit halter top— sculptural, breezy, and unexpected
A wicker and leather cross-body bag for spontaneous days out
Woven espadrilles that go where the sun does
A sleeveless mint dress with a soft cinched wais
A pair of clear round sunnies to go with anything
A silk kaftan that slips easily between indoors and out
A floral ruffled maxi that feels like a warm breeze
A glittery strapless top for nights that last a little longer
For littles: a cotton dress for sun-chasing, floral Mary Jane sneakers, and ruffled socks they won’t tug off right away
For the home: stackable wicker trays for the home office, elegant wicker lounge chairs, and the Yeti carry-all that’s already been to the pool, the picnic, and back again
Early summer isn’t loud — but it’s full of promise, and everything here feels just right for it.
Fashion
All Things Chic: Alemais
When Alemais presented its Resort 2026 collection in Marrakech, it marked the brand’s first international runway show.
The collection draws from the city’s visual language, with references to local craft and artistry developed in collaboration with Moroccan studio LRNCE. You see it come through in the prints, florals, border details, and tie-dye elements, all grounded in a rich, warm palette.
I started building a wish list right away, thinking through how each piece would fit into spring and early summer plans.
From a styling perspective, these are pieces that naturally anchor a look. A printed wrap skirt paired with a simple tank or swim, slip and halter dresses styled with flat sandals during the day and carried into evening, and sets that can be worn together or broken apart depending on the setting. It’s a collection that lands at exactly the right moment, with pieces that feel aligned with how you want to dress now
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What I Packed for the Beach
Emporio Sirenuse Dress, Call It By Your Name Bag, Janessa Leone Hat, Saint Laurent Sunglasses
The pieces I reached for most were the simplest—easy, refined, and able to move from beach to lunch without a second thought. A few standouts:
What I came back to was how much beach dressing relies on thoughtful layering:
- Lightweight coverups that double as full outfits
- Easy combinations like shorts with a bikini and a button-down
- Sarongs and pareos wrapped multiple ways—skirt, dress, or top—then worn straight into the rest of the day
Julliet Bikini, Janessa Leone Hat |Natalie Martin Dress, Eres Bikini, Call It By Your Name Tote, Janessa Leone Hat, Saint Laurent Sunglasses | Emporio Sirenuse Dress Call It By Your Name Bag, Janessa Leone Hat, Saint Laurent Sunglasses | Lido Bikini, Zimmermann Coverup, Janessa Leone Hat, Call It By Your Name Tote, Saint Laurent Sunglasses
It’s less about quantity and more about versatility, pieces that can shift with you throughout the day. I always bring an oversized white linen button-down (also love this green one!), a simple white tank, and a printed caftan. Everything felt relaxed, but still put together, which is exactly how I want to dress at the beach.
Frame Top, Zimmermann Pareo, Saint Laurent Pareo
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Everyone’s Talking About It: Here’s the Pant Silhouette That Actually Works
Juliet Bikini, Alix of Bohemia Pants, Janessa Leone Hat, Saint Laurent Sunglasses
If you’re not already wearing balloon pants, you’re definitely seeing them everywhere. They’ve taken over this season—light, easy to throw on, and a nice switch from your usual linen trousers or satin pants. A little more interesting, but just as effortless.
The pair I recently bought and wore on my trip—the Alix of Bohemia Evangeline Ibis Chiffon Pant—completely sold me. The color is what first pulled me in, but it’s the soft peplum detail and the sheer, airy movement that made them feel really special. I styled them with this bodysuit (I’ll tag), since they’re slightly sheer, and it ended up being the perfect combination.
The versions I’m seeing (and loving) most right now:
– Lace and broderie styles (like Zimmermann or Posse) for texture
– Easy cotton pull-ons (Lisa Says Gah, Caroline Constas) for everyday
– Printed or silk versions (Alémais, Chloé) that feel very vacation-ready
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