As we head into the last days of August, I’m wearing my favorite fashions and trying to figure out how to transition them to September. Here’s one of my favorite summer ensembles and how I’d change it up for cooler temperatures. Ralph Lauren Striped Shirtdress – I saw Pippa Middleton wear this dress to Wimbledon […]
As much as I love traveling, there are only so many places I can go in a year. Some of my friends are also experts on certain cities and countries so I’ve asked a few of them to contribute travel posts for Habitually Chic. I couldn’t think of a better person to begin than my […]
I’m still trying to enjoy summer but the humidity is definitely making it hard. Here’s another color compilation to celebrate these last few weeks. via @haleboyd Sky Blue Swimsuit Amanda printed silk-georgette midi dress – I’d have my tailor cut off the ties on the sleeves via @craigamarkham via @notetosarah via @willelc via @thefacinator L’Officiel […]
Some people are experiencing the summertime blues because they don’t want summer to end. I have the summertime blues because it’s too hot and humid. I can’t wait for cooler fall weather but I’m going to try to embrace these last few weeks with some more of your favorite color compilation posts. Nine Fair Backgammon […]
In addition to flay lay outfits, I’ve been receiving many requests for color posts. I lost interest after other people started to copy them but since so many readers love them, I will try to bring them back on a more regular basis. As a follow up to yesterday’s neutral outfit is a neutral color […]
I knew that Bunny Mellon had designed the White House Rose Garden but I didn’t know how close she was to Jackie and President Kennedy. I’ve just finished the chapters that delve into this friendship in the book Bunny Mellon: Life of an American Style Legend. Bunny and Paul Mellon had a house in the […]
I enjoy following interior designer Justin Van Breda on Instagram so it was lovely to see the house he shares with Alastair Matchett in the Costwolds in the July/August 2018 issue of Elle Decor. Justin came from South Africa to work for designer Nicholas Haslam but now has his own design firm and product lines […]
Someone asked me if I had a blowout on a particularly humid day recently when I had actually done my own hair. Since it’s been two years since my last hair care post, I thought the height of summer might be a good time to help you humidity proof your hair as well. I was […]
I was in the middle of writing a post on espadrilles, the perfect summer shoe, when I came across this photo of Pippa Middleton and her brother at Wimbledon yesterday. Pippa has summer dressing down to a science and her ensembles usually involves espadrilles which are chic and comfortable. The pair she’s wearing by Penelope […]
I can’t think of a better time to post about beach themed art than the day I leave for Nantucket. If you’re looking to decorate your summer rental, make a change, or help a graduate with their new apartment, Society6 and Saatchi Art have you covered. Society6 offers affordable art prints framed and unframed, as well […]
Now that summer has officially begun, it means lots of weekends away and parties. You shouldn’t arrive empty handed so I’ve put together a great group of hostess gifts that will help get you invited back. As with all my gift guides, I always think it’s nice to bring an ephemeral gift like a bottle […]
I have a bad habit of going on a trip and posting all my adventures on Instagram but never following up with a travel guide on the blog. Well, those days are changing. I am going to try to post a recap after every trip and go back to some of my old travels but […]
When I was thinking about visiting Old Westbury Gardens (more to come on the blog soon), I reached out to Preston Davis of Keep it Chic because I knew she lived in the area. Not only did she arrange a tour of Old Westbury Gardens but she took me on a tour of various Gold […]
It feels so good to get out of the city and breathe fresh clean air but now I want to go to Ibiza and Marseille where the new Sézane June Capsule Collection was photographed. It’s giving me serious Brigitte Bardot vibes. I missed out on buying anything from the last collection because it sold out […]
Pippa Middleton and her husband James Matthews took advantage of the long British bank holiday weekend to visit Paris. They also attended a French Open tennis match at Roland Garros where Pippa was spotted in this chic and comfortable outfit that would look great on anyone. It’s also easily replicated with the exact items she’s […]
One of the best things about summer is that you can use fun straw and wicker handbags instead of feeling pressured to have the latest “it” bag. Here are some of my favorites that will add pizazz to any warm weather ensemble. Many are on sale too! Above: Honolulu Basket Beach Please Bag – now 50% […]
When I lived in Boston, we always went to Cape Cod in the summer and occasionally the north shore. I regret that I never made it to Nantucket and should really plan a trip at some point. Until that happens, I’m going to enjoy this beautiful home on the island that Markham Roberts designed and […]