Eres Bikini, Irene Neurwirth Earrings, Celine Sunglasses (similar here)

After another round of snow in the Northeast, and even Charleston seeing colder days, spring trips somewhere warm are officially on the radar. This season’s swimwear is defined by saturated color and graphic print. Teal paired with violet. Red with pink. Stripes mixed with solids. Pieces don’t have to match perfectly. Slightly off combinations make the trip feel more playful.

Matteau Bikini, Polo Ralph Lauren Hat, Dior Sunglasses | Eres Bikini Top & Bottom, Irene Neurwirth Earrings, Cesta Collective Sarong, Celine Sunglasses (similar here)

Beyond the bikini, the supporting pieces matter just as much: printed pareos, structured kaftans, rose-toned knits, fringed wraps, or embellished peak-a-boo pants. A strong kaftan or tunic is the easiest thing to throw on after a swim, polished enough for lunch, relaxed enough for walking back through town. Lightweight trousers in breathable cotton work just as well, especially in easy silhouettes with elastic waists and wider legs that move comfortably in the heat.

The focus is simple: swim that stands out, layers that carry you through the day, and color that feels right against sun and water.

Hermes Shirt, Eres Bikini, Xirena Pants (similar here), Hermes Tote, Dior Sunglasses, Amazon Claw

There’s something undeniably fun about spotting a print you love and building the entire look around it especially when the bag gets to join in. This is about matching your outfit to your bag in a way that feels bold, coordinated, and fully styled. Pucci-inspired swirls paired with turquoise silk. Brocade minis meeting embroidered shoulder bags. Zebra prints styled with saturated colors. Missoni chevrons echoed in woven, multicolor pouches. Stripe skirts that pick up the exact tone of a hand-stitched bag.

When the palette aligns and the pattern energy matches, the result feels cohesive, elevated, and ready for summer events, vacation dinners, and statement moments.

Match the Color Story

When you find a print you love, look closely at the palette. Pull one dominant shade and echo it in your bag so the tones feel aligned from head to toe.

How to Style It

Lean into clean silhouettes and defined shapes — structured shoulder bags, tailored minis, sharp halter necklines, wrap skirts with movement.

Where to Wear It

The kind of moments where bold print and a matching bag feel like part of the fun, where getting dressed is half the reason you’re going.

Lisa Yang Tank & Sweater, Leset Pants, Proenza Schouler Heels (more sizes here, similar here), Chanel Bag, Arielle Ratner Necklace

Butter yellow has cemented itself as the shade shaping spring dressing. What began as a dominant presence in ready-to-wear has expanded into handbags, shoes, and accessories, making it easier than ever to build a full look around the color. Rather than using it as a single accent, the most compelling approach right now is full saturation, dressing within one cohesive color story from top to toe.

Worn monochromatically, butter yellow feels sharp and controlled. Flowing cotton pants, a ribbed knit tank, a cropped cashmere turtleneck, or a compact knit maxi skirt all hold the palette effortlessly. A lightweight leather jacket in the same shade deepens the look without breaking it. On the softer side, a fluid wrap skirt, a slim long-sleeve knit, or a structured midi dress keeps the line clean. Finish with suede Mary Janes, a snake-effect heel, a low sneaker, or a tonal shoulder bag to keep everything within the same creamy register.

How I wore it: Palm Beach

In Palm Beach, I wore a Lisa Yang knit tank with the coordinating sweater draped over my shoulders, paired with Leset straight-leg trousers. I kept the palette tight and finished it with my Chanel 25 quilted bag and Proenza Schouler heels in a matching golden tone. The pieces stayed within the same color family, letting knit, tailoring, and quilting create dimension.