16-07-2025
13 coastal summer must-haves you need now
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Say yes to the invite! Whether it's a last-minute beach picnic, your pickle ball tournament dinner or a golden hour spin on the boat with your crew, let's help you aggregate a Best Dressed getup that hits the big bullseye for summer 2025.
Crab Fest
The mission: to be summery, but with coverage and warmth after sunset. For me? Nothing trumps a white cotton maxi (or skirt) paired alongside a cute cardi for after the sun sets.
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Cropped Long Sleeve Cardigan
This combo. This gathered neckline maxi dress plus a two-button cardigan, both from Canadian brand Oak and Fort, is ideal for that last minute, late afternoon cottage cocktail party, non? Oui! $58 at Oak and Fort
DREAM PAIRS Women's Mesh Ballet Flats
After a mildly shaky start the past couple of years, mesh flats have emerged as this season's most sought-after wheels. $42.99 on Amazon (was $47.01)
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Cotton Lightweight Scarf
Because you should always feel and dress like you just returned from Provence. $19.99 on Amazon
Wavy Disc Ring in Gold
Finish the vignette (and prepare for accessories-envy) with a Wavy Disc ring by Vancouver's Lolo. $130 at Lolo
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Mesh Beach Tote – $19.90
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Retro Oval Cat Eye Sunglasses – $23.99
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle – $41.99
Water Day!
Golden hour on a boat can feel like you're living inside a watercolour painting (or a music video, your call). For a grownup getup, consider hopping on board with an Italian-leaning vibe.
MEISEE Pure Mulberry Silk Scarf
High on the bellissima barometer whether it's around your neckline, tied to your tote or worn kerchief-style over your mane attraction. $22.99 on Amazon
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Hattie Crop
The high-rise Hattie barrel jean by AG nails that laid-back-but-luxe message. $348 at AG Jeans
AM to PM Boyfriend Shirt
Sleeves rolled, peekaboo bikini top beneath – you get the idea. The AM to PM Boyfriend shirt by Canadian brand Pure and Simple is a sophisticated year-round essential. $198 at Pure&Simple
Offshore Top
Here's your candy-shell colour pop for underneath that button up. $110 at Left on Friday
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PRETTYGARDEN Women's Cardigan
Or just skip the pants and the chemise and rock a swimsuit plus chunky cardi combo (my kinda gal). $41.59 on Amazon (was $51.99)
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Handheld Portable Fan – $20.79
Men's Inseam Beach Shorts – $37.99
YETI Tundra 45 Cooler – $425
Casual But Keep It Fancy
You know those invites. They hint at being dressy but also demand for casual. They can be stress-inducing to architect, to say the least. The solution? Silk – plus pretty much anything.
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Tuxedo Pant in Sand/Magenta Stripe
Vancouver's Stapl Studio has nailed it with this wide-legged tuxedo pant avec half elastic waist – and pockets. $340 at Staplstudio
Wilfred Pacino Vest
You know I love a well-tailored linen vest, and this Pacino version from Aritzia can float between corporate and the cabin. $118 at Aritzia
Cross Knotted Hairbands
You might as well be putting on a crown. A knotted headband instantly injects a dose of regal and a dash of cool. $15.99 on Amazon
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ATTITUDE Mineral Face Sunscreen – $24.94
Women's Beach Flip Flops – $25.99
JW PEI Women's Joy Shoulder Bag – $128.00
