Alemais Dress, Margaux Sandals, Loro Piana Bag (coming soon, similar here)

A standout this season is the rise of scarf driven pieces, defined by their drape, fluidity, and softly asymmetric lines. Whether tied into halter tops or wrapped into skirts, the silhouette skims the body before falling into an angled, off balance hem.

What sets it apart is how it’s anchored—knotted at the neckline or wrapped at the waist, then released into an open drape. That contrast gives the silhouette its shape, with the fabric creating movement and form in place of traditional structure.

Rosie Assoulin Top & Pants, Delvaux Bag, Sebastian Milano Heels, Arielle Ratner Earrings

There’s something about checks that just feels like spring. They’re one of those patterns that returns year after year and still feels fresh every time. Gingham sits within that family as the lighter, more playful option, while other check variations feel a bit bolder and more expressive.

A fuller skirt or midi dress feels right for daytime celebrations like showers, luncheons, or anything outdoors where you want to lean into the spirit of the season. Matching sets have a slightly more styled feel, perfect for dinners, casual events, or when you’re rushing out the door.

Part of what makes checks endure is the way they continue to evolve. They appear in everything from classic, ladylike silhouettes to pared-back, modern shapes, shifting with each era while still holding onto their signature simplicity. That versatility is what keeps them feeling relevant: familiar, but never static.

The month of May always tends to feel like a final sprint. The kids are counting down the days until summer break, and the calendar is suddenly booked out for weeks. I’ll admit the pace can feel a little frantic, but it’s also one of my favorite stretches of the year. Charleston is in full bloom, the evenings are getting longer, and there’s an eagerness for the shift in energy ahead.

So much of this month is built around things that have been in motion for a long time: the Mexico trip we planned last year, our formal living room we started designing with Summer last spring, a new collaboration we’re finally kicking off. Here’s what’s on my radar for May.

What We’re Doing

• The last month of school! The kids are counting down the days, and we’re in a panic to fit in as much as possible before they’re home all day! 
• We’re heading to our interior designer Summer Thorton’s home in Mexico! We’ve been planning this since last year and cannot wait!
• Some of my favorite fine jewelry designers have been coming to Charleston! I had a visit from Danielle from Sherman Field to shoot a feature with her and got to preview her newest collection (it’s very colorful and very me), I had the pleasure of co-hosting a pop-up with Retrouvai (a brand I’ve long loved and have a few pieces) last week alongside with brand HighSport, and finally got to meet Irene Neuwirth at an event she had at The Dewberry last week– another brand I had long-loved and have probably the most pieces from than any other designer. Jewelry is so personal and with fine jewelry, it’s so wonderful to get to touch and try on. Because of the price point, many of these pieces I’ll sit with and think about for months (or years) before making a decision. For example, my Sherman Field locket (sold-out, similar here), which is probably my most-worn piece, was a long, waited purchase. 
• I’m kicking off the design process this month for a collaboration that will launch spring of 2027. It’s a brand you all love– and it’s one that is such a great fit and I’m beyond thrilled about! We have two more launching this year, too!
• I am excited to dig into Beneath this month after reading Conform in January, along with Yesteryear (recommended by a close friend)
• Thomas’s birthday is at the end of May, so I’m already trying to brainstorm gifts for him– he’s a hard shopper (he only likes really practical things)
• Our formal living room is being installed at the end of the month! We designed this room with Summer last spring and it’s finally *almost* ready. The room has been under construction for the past month and I can’t wait to see it come together. 

What I’m Wearing

What I’m Buying

What I’m Eyeing