Style

Every time I start planning my Nantucket suitcase, I think about how I want to feel while I’m there. Effortless, a little romantic, coastal of course—but most of all, comfortable in a way that still feels special. I want to wear pieces that move with the breeze, take me from morning coffee runs to golden hour spritzes,…

Let me tell you something I’ve learned after years of beach trips, overpacking, and thinking I needed a whole drawer of swimsuits “just in case.” I don’t. I never did. So this year, I’m doing things differently. These are the only two swimsuits I’m bringing on vacation—and here’s why. They’re flattering, they make me feel good, and…

Every month, I love seeing what you gravitate toward most here on Beautifully Seaside—and May’s favorites were a dreamy mix of coastal wardrobe staples, beauty must-haves, and classic pieces that feel just right for summer. From nautical embroidery to breezy blues and easy throw-on-and-go styles, you all had amazing taste this month (as usual!). Here’s what topped…

When I was in my twenties, I wanted to be Martha Stewart. Truly. I was obsessed with how she made everything beautiful—from a thrifted flea market find to a perfectly folded linen napkin. I loved the way she approached life with such creativity and care. Her magazine? Her shows? I devoured them. Back then, I dreamed of…

Is it just me, or is J.Crew thriving this summer? J.Crew just dropped their new summer collection—here’s what I’m eyeing. Let’s just say… I want one of everything. The pieces are light, breezy, and full of those romantic details I’m always looking for—think feminine florals, soft cotton eyelets, coastal blues, and floaty silhouettes that are practically made…

I love a good seasonal refresh as much as the next coastal girl, but there are certain things I’ll never stop buying—and wearing. These are my forever summer staples. The kind of pieces that always make it into my suitcase for a weekend away, the things I reach for when I want to feel pulled…

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from years of chasing sunshine—from Nantucket escapes to long weekends in the Keys—it’s that a little pre-trip outfit planning goes a long way. I want pieces that feel polished but playful, coastal but not costume-y, and always easy to throw on after a beach day (bonus points if they…

Of all the summer trends to make a splash this year, sardines may just be the most charming. They’re showing up on everything from linen dresses to tabletop favorites—and somehow, they feel both coastal and current. Think: vintage seaside markets, golden hour picnics, and breezy afternoons by the sea. Whether you’re hosting friends for a seafood dinner…

There’s a kind of magic in summer style that I always come back to—easy, breezy, timeless. And if you’ve been around Beautifully Seaside for a while, you already know the exact look I’m talking about. That light, effortless coastal grandmother style that feels like fresh air and sea salt—sun-faded linen, soft knits, and straw hats that whisper…