Fashion
Statement Skirts Are Having a Moment
Ducie Coat, Saint Laurent Top (old, similar here), Cuup Bra, Staud Skirt, Falke Tights, Courreges Heels, Savette Bag, Julietta Necklace
Statement skirts are one of my favorite additions to a wardrobe right now — especially full circles, bubble hems, and softly structured cotton midi skirts. From crisp poplin to playful polka dots, these silhouettes bring volume, movement, and visual interest, instantly giving an outfit presence.
What makes these styles so compelling is their styling potential. A skirt with shape sets the direction — from there, it’s about building the look. Crisp button-downs tucked just so. Fitted knits balanced against fullness. Cardigans layered over shoulders. Accessories that add texture and contrast. These skirts invite experimentation.
Polka dot midis feel fresh and graphic, cotton circles bring an easy daytime elegance, and bubble hems add a sculptural edge. The magic is in the proportions: tailored tops against sweeping volume, classic staples paired with expressive silhouettes, soft fabrics offset by sharper layers.
How to style them now:
- Play with proportion: fuller skirts with fitted or tailored tops
- Layer with intention — knits, shirts, and cardigans become part of the look
- Let accessories carry weight: belts, bags, and jewelry add dimension
- For daytime: cotton midi skirts styled with flats and a standout tote
- For evening: taffeta or silk skirts paired with sculptural tops and refined heels
They’re bold, feminine, and fashion-forward — the kind of piece that brings shape, movement, and personality to everything else in your closet. If you’re adding one standout item this season, a statement skirt is a strong place to start.
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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