Fashion
Feathers, Without the Dress Code
Roksanda Dress (more sizes here), Gucci Pumps, Saint Laurent Clutch (sold out, similar here), Arielle Ratner Necklace & Earrings
Feathers have long been tied to formal dressing — winter galas, black-tie weddings, anything that implies an invitation and a strict dress code. This season, that framework has widened.
For Spring 2026, designers pushed feather trim beyond classic eveningwear. I loved wearing the Roksanda feather-trimmed midi dress on my recent trip. It felt just as right for a waterfront dinner on vacation as it would for a formal event. That’s the shift: pieces designed to move seamlessly across settings without losing their sense of occasion.
What makes it relevant now is wearability. A feather-edged tee styled with tailored trousers. A clean shift dress finished with a precise plume at the hem. Skirts outlined in tonal trim that add dimension without altering the silhouette. A structured coat sharpened by a single line of texture. Even accessories — a brooch, a sandal, a bag — that bring a considered finish to an otherwise simple outfit. The detail is what changes the tone. The base piece can be minimal. The trim makes it feel deliberate.
Satin Clutch
A sleek silhouette with sculpted fold makes this satin feathered clutch a timeless and refined accessory to add to your rotation.
Fashion
Barefoot in Bloom
Outfit Details: Julia Amory Dress, SPRWMN Bikini, Janessa Leone Hat, Amazon Sunglasses
Florals look different by the water than they do at a garden party. They get brighter, looser, sunnier — the kind of blooms that belong with bare feet and salt air. They show up embroidered on a caftan, covering a swimsuit, or crawling up a linen matching set.
I like to keep the styling light from there, leaning on pieces with natural texture to compliment the print or motif. A woven bag, a flat sandal, a piece of shell jewelry, an easy hair accessory.
It’s floral dressing with more freedom, made for sun-filled plans built around color, texture, and bare feet.
Fashion
Retro Twist on Summer Dressing
Pucci Dress, Dries Van Noten Heels, Chanel Bag, Deszo Necklace
I’ve found myself naturally gravitating toward the glamour of 60s and 70s resort dressing, when vacation style felt more expressive and playful, tied to a more carefree way of getting dressed. Catching my eye are pieces with a retro twist that feels like a wink, not a full costume: Pucci-inspired prints and Etro-style paisleys, alongside crochet florals, boldly colored beads, and modular accessories. Together they channel that effortless allure in a way that feels nostalgic but still current, adding just enough character to make summer dressing more memorable.
Fashion
Wedding Guest Dresses for a Tropical Setting
Outfit Details:
Rosie Assoulin Dress, Ferragamo Heels, Cordera Bag
Dressing for a tropical wedding weekend is its own kind of search. The right dress doesn’t always show up right away — it has to feel special enough to fit amongst the setting, joyful enough to honor the celebration, and light enough to actually work in the heat. A few different things have to land at once, and it’s worth taking the time to get them all right.
These are the guest dresses catching my eye for weekends where the backdrop is palm trees, sunset skies, and the sound of the ocean. Sunny yellows, citron sequins, shades of ocean blue, and sunset hues all feel right here. Printed silks and sheer capes earn their place too, elegant and considered without the weight of something that would leave you overheated by the first toast.
The best options feel polished enough for a special occasion while still holding onto that joyful, easy feeling a tropical destination naturally invokes.
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