Martha’s Vineyard: What to Wear

Posted by bellastraniera - 30/07/09 at 06:07 pm

Even if you arrived on the island of Martha’s Vineyard stark naked, you could acquire all the necessary clothes in no time—the shopping here is that perfectly tailored to the experience. Many of our favorite stores there are not online yet, but the clothing and shoe brands are. Here are four looks to get you through the weekend.

Look #1: The Loren

Our friend Loren has a very practiced eye for preppy style, and we always wondered what her inspiration was until we came here. Eureka! A Lacoste shirt, miniskirt or shorts and reversible Hadley Pollet belt are the day wear of choice on Martha’s Vineyard.

Clockwise from top left: Lacoste Stretch Pique Polo ($79.50), Hadley Pollet Zinnia Belt ($98), American Eagle Faded Denim Mini ($29.95 on sale), Mystique Sandals ($115).

Look #2: The Jenny

How do you look sexy but pulled-together for the beach? Go with a convertible skirt worn as a dress, pair it with a big sunhat, and you can go from beach to town without missing a beat.

Clockwise from top left: Victoria’s Secret Sailboat Bikini Top ($16.99 on sale) and Bottom ($9.99 on sale), San Diego Hat “Country Living” Raffia Sunhat ($45), American Rag Convertible Maxi Skirt or Dress ($17.99 on sale), Reef Flip Flops ($54 for 2 pairs).

Look #3: Friday Night Dinner

This is based on an outfit we noticed at Chesca’s on Friday night. White jeans are the basis of a classic, cool look, and this Alice + Olivia gray wrap sweater is perfection: so versatile, it can also be worn over a loose caftan.

Clockwise from top left: Alice & Olivia Draped Wrap Around Cashmere Sweater ($330), Mila Schon Ivory Floral Printed Silk Halter Top ($138), Citizens of Humanity Dina Petite Jeans ($150), Arturo Chiang Deanna Sandal ($59.99 on sale).

Look #4: Saturday Night Dancing

MV may be pretty laid back during the day, but at night they like to spiff it up. This means Nan reds and blazers for the men, dresses for the women. This isn’t really a stilettos kind of place, so go with wedges for extra height plus comfort. Plus, you wouldn’t want to ruin the deck of his boat….

Clockwise from top left: Manoush Printed Mini Dress ($142 on The Outnet), Silver CZ Starfish Earrings ($20), Tory Burch Straw Saddle Reva Clutch ($325), Miu Miu Basketweave Wedges ($204 on The Outnet).

Other Essentials

Don’t forget to bring:
• a fleece
• a raincoat/foul weather gear (authentic sailing gear encouraged)
• cashmere cardigan(s)
• jacket to layer over other layers for evening

Anticipate: cold, wind, rain, fog, bright sunshine. It’s New England so anything goes – weather-wise, at least.

Posted on Thursday, July 30th, 2009 at 6:02 pm
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