Fashion
April Forecast
Spring is flying by, but this is one of my favorite times to be in Charleston. It’s hard not to feel inspired when you walk outside and everything is blooming. The jasmine, the wisteria, the azaleas lining every street. We’ve been spending so much time outdoors, on our bikes, lingering at the park after school. The whole season makes you want to slow down and soak it all in.
This month’s forecast is a full one: Easter at home with family, spring break in the Bahamas, a gala I’ve been looking forward to for months, and two collaborations in the works. Here’s everything on my radar for April.
What We’re Doing
- Easter weekend. We’ve already done a handful of egg hunts, but the big day will be spent at home having brunch with our family. I’m excited for the girls to open this and this.
- My Easter table. I’m a bit obsessed with the Summerhill & Bishop x John Derian tablecloth I ended up buying. I covered it in my Wolfe bunnies and new La Tuile Loup plates — a tablescape that makes you want to linger over coffee long after the meal is done. I’ll be wearing this dress.
- Spring break plans. Next week we’re heading to the Bahamas with friends. We’ll be staying at the new Potlatch Club designed by Amanda Lindroth. Her aesthetic is everything I gravitate toward — fresh, island-chic, effortlessly elegant.
- JB x Margaux restock coming. Thank you all for the incredible support on our JB x Margaux collection! It was a huge success, with many styles selling out within the first few days. The Margaux team was able to place a re-order, so stay tuned for a restock.
- Our second collaboration of the year. We have another launch coming at the end of April — our fourth collection with Jennifer Behr. This one takes all of our best sellers and gives them new life for spring. Can’t wait to share more.
- A gala with a dream brand. I’m heading to a gala mid-month with a brand I’ve admired for years. I get to be dressed by them, which feels like a pinch-me moment. More to come.
- This month’s book. I set a goal this year of one book a month. Last month I read Strangers, and this month we’re lightening the mood with my friend Chassity’s debut novel, Pink Sand Summer. I’m so proud of her and can’t wait to dig into this one over spring break.
What I’m Wearing
- An Ulla Johnson denim jacket on repeat. I’ve been wearing this denim jacket constantly. It’s such a great staple, and I love the peplum hem — an unexpected detail that elevates the whole piece.
- A Zimmermann rainbow skirt I keep reaching for. This rainbow skirt has been in heavy rotation. I’ve had it styled with a favorite cream tee and the denim jacket above, paired with my Margaux mules. Easy, polished, done.
- R13 paisley jeans, again. I mentioned the R13 paisley jeans in my whims last week, but they’re too good not to bring up again. (More sizes here.)
- J.Crew linen pants that look expensive. I recently got these linen pants in the “sandy hay” color and they are: 1) so chic on, and 2) look far more expensive than their under-$90 price tag. I wore them traveling to NYC here.
- What I’m packing for spring break: This fringe crochet top, this kaftan, this pareo with the matching bikini, this embroidered bucket hat, and denim shorts I actually love.
What I’m Buying
- Hill House’s “Corsica” capsule. I love the paisley prints in reds and blues — it feels very Mediterranean summer. I picked up this swimsuit, and this mini dress was a close second.
- Merlette in soft pink and chartreuse. They have such a beautiful collection right now. I love this dress, which I’ve had in the past in different colors, along with the skirt and top.
- A long Tory Burch shell necklace. This one caught my eye immediately.
- Julietta’s spring collection. She’s at it again with a fantastic lineup. My favorites: these nautilus earrings, this onyx shell necklace, and this shell and tassel necklace. All perfect to wear with something like this Zimmermann dress.
- Eres, always. It’s the Hermès of swimwear. I have a handful of classic one-pieces and bikinis I wear year after year, but this season they got me with a chic coverup set you could easily dress up for dinner: the top and the pants.
- Chiffon red pants by Alix of Bohemia. These are stunning.
- A fringe jacket having a moment. I’m very into this Hayley Menzies one. The print is beautiful, and there are even matching jeans.
What I’m Eyeing
- Prada’s oversized crochet raffia tote. I’m drawn to this one — the scale is just right, statement-making without trying too hard.
- A new artist discovery. I save so much art constantly. A recent Instagram find — this video — led me to Yeon Kyung Park. I love her work.
- New hurricanes on Moda. These are beautiful — I want one of each color.
- A Fendi scarf. This Gardening scarf has been on my mind.
- Cordera beaded bags. I love them. Two new styles are available to pre-order here and here.
- Martin Brudnizki’s book. If you’re as taken with his taste as I am, his book is a constant source of inspiration.
- Philipa 1970 for spring. I wore their velvet embellished jacket for New Year’s Eve, and their price point is really approachable. A few new pieces I’m eyeing: this dress, this jacket, and this kaftan.
- A Janessa Leone raffia bag. This one has a very Chanel sensibility.
- A new geo Ruggable. I love their new collection — this piece is my favorite.
Fashion
Amazon Sundays: Mornings in the Garden
This week’s Amazon Sunday is for anyone who spends summer mornings outside. Coffee in hand, watering the herbs, sun on your face, or handing off a trowel and letting the kids turn a corner of the garden into their own project. The kind of mornings where what you reach for is a wicker basket for the flowers you cut, a wide-brim hat for shade, and a set of tools sized for small hands that want to help.
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Fashion
Cart Confidential Vol. 43
This past week we had a couple of mornings cool enough for a jacket on the walk out, then warm again by lunch, and my cart has followed. Green satin with a glassy finish. A feathered brooch pinned somewhere unexpected. Sandals I can still wear at 3pm. One small detail is usually all it takes.
Etro is one of the places I go for print, so I saved several pieces from their new home collection almost immediately, including paisley patterns and fan motifs. Exactly the kind of detail I’m looking forward to setting out come early fall.
Back-to-school is showing up for the girls in the sweetest ways. Trimmed collars, printed pants, and sturdy sandals hanging onto the last of summer.
Fashion
Every Outfit I Wore in July
Miu Miu Dress & Flats (sold out, similar here and here), Hermes Bag (similar, less expensive here), Janessa Leone Hat
We started the month of July still in Spain and ended up extending the trip because leaving felt impossible. Our days settled into a rhythm I could get used to: breakfast in the sun first thing, a boat or beach day, dinner in town at night. Printed sundresses and sandals carried me through the daytime, and evenings called for vibrant dresses, party pants, and layered jewelry for an extra dose of sparkle.
Once we got home, I turned right back around for a shoot in the Hamptons, then spent a few days getting reorganized and prepped for our final leg of travel this summer. Those days called for comfortable, casual pieces that could keep up with a long to-do list. Looking back through my Daily Looks, July was summer style at its absolute height, right up until those last few days of getting back to real life.
Zimmermann Top, Francoise Pants, Valentino Belt, Chanel Bag, Dior Heels, Jenna Blake Elephant Pendant | Missoni Dress, Loro Piana Bag (coming soon, similar here), Sherman Field Necklace, Irene Neuwirth Earrings, Ferragamo Heels
Flore Flore Tank, Pink City Print Pants, Miu Miu Flats (sold out, similar here and here), Hermes Bag (similar here) | Chanel Dress & Bag
Cristiano Marcheli Dress, Chanel Bag & Sandals (sold out, similar here), Missoni Headband (old, similar here and here), Jacque Marie Mage Sunglasses | Valentino Shirt, Gwen Bra Top, Alemais Pants (more sizes here, matching top here), Dries Van Noten Wedges, Savette Bag (more colors), Jenna Blake Elephant Pendant
Rubirosa Shirt (similar here), Eterne Tank, Libertine Shorts, Chanel Bag, Odissi Flats | Rosewater House Vest (sold out, similar here), Sea NY Pants (sold out, similar here), Manolo Blahnik Heels, Chanel Bag, Irene Neuwrith Necklace (similar, less expensive here), Hermes Scarf (similar here)
Montce Bikini, Libertine Pants, Prada Headband, Miu Miu Flats (similar here and here), Saint Laurent Sunglasses | Liberowe Top, Julia Amory Pareo (more colors, similar here), Miu Miu Flats (similar here and here), Valentino Bag, Bottega Veneta Sunglasses
Sanoe Blazer, Comme Si Shirt, Johanna Ortiz Skirt (last seen here), Miu Miu Flats (similar here and here) | Eterne Halter, Doen Skirt, Gabriela Hearst Sandals, Zimmermann Scarf, Retrosuperfuture Sunglasses
Balakata Dress, Prada Headband, Celine Tote (similar here, less expensive here), Gabriela Hearst Sandals |Eterne Bodysuit, Johanna Ortiz Skirt, K.Jacques x Ciao Lucia Sandals, Chanel Bag & Necklace (similar here, less expensive here), Irene Neuwirth Earrings (similar, less expensive here)
FORM Top & Pants, Nike Sneakers (most sizes here) | Prada Tank (sold out, more colors here, similar here), Leset Pants (similar less expensive here), Chanel Bag, Sezane Sandals
TWP Tank, Anthropologie Pants, Alaia Flats, Chanel Bag | Sezane Top, Merlette Skirt, Call It By Your Name Flats, Jacque Marie Mage Sunglasses
































