A summer filled with sun-faded stripes.
Smorgasburg in Williamsburg
Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday in New York? Venture into Brooklyn and try out all of the infamous foods you see in your Instagram newsfeed. Lauren and I are always bookmarking restaurants to try-out and Smorgusburg was the perfect place to knock a few off our list. We met up with Drew and his friend, Pete and made our way into foodie heaven. First on our list was to try the Ramen Burger. Man, that was delicious! Lauren went for the Wowful ice-cream next and I managed to sneak a few bites...
Next time your wondering what to do on the weekend, give Smorgusburg a try. The line for the Ramen Burger goes by quicker than would you think, I promise!
Outfit details: Shirt J.Crew Shorts J.Crew Shoes Artemis Designs Sunglasses Illesteva
Southern Charm
Outfit details: Coat J.Crew Sweater J.Crew Jeans Talbots Belt Kiel James Patrick
University Hill
Outfit details: Sweater J.McLaughlin (similar) Shirt J.Crew Jacket Barbour (similar style) Jeans J.Crew Shoes J.Crew Watch kate spade
Photography by: Elizabeth Nottingham
Fall Layering 101
I'm excited to help bring Hillflint to the University of South Carolina! Check out USC's design and cross your fingers it gets colder down here soon!
Photography by Hanna Cleaveland
Outfit details: Sweater: Hillflint Shirt: J.Crew Blazer: J.Crew (similar) Jeans: J.Crew Sunglasses: Madewell
A Midsummer Whites Dream
Outfit details: Dress by Madewell
There’s no place quite like home. When I think of summer, I picture my backyard at home—the sweet smell of blooming flowers, the hot sun beating down on you as you lay in the chaise lounges, and the sound of my dog Frank dipping his toes in the pool.
Tucked behind my Mom’s cutting garden is my play house. I spent many hot summer afternoon’s running around with my friends in tow, creating a world of our own. I can still hear the miniature screened door slam and tiny feet padding the brick path my Dad built one Sunday afternoon.
It’s my favorite little spot to come home to and was the perfect setting for my new favorite dress.
The Great Southern Adventure
A few weeks ago, Kiel, Sarah, and Sean came down South for a visit. We started the adventure at The Masters in Augusta and ended the week in Charleston. Here are some highlights of our trip!
Besides watching the tournament, every year I look forward to the tasty pimento cheese sandwiches and the peach ice cream sandwiches. My mouth is watering just dreaming about them right now!
Meet Frank and Jewels!
We couldn't pass up the opportunity to chow down on cheeseburgers at Poe's Tavern on Sullivan's Island.
One of my favorite things to do in Charleston is to just wander around the city. It's like walking through a real life Tumblr newsfeed with all of the colorful houses and architecture. It wasn't named one of the top vacation destinations for nothing!
After winding around the marshes in the Folly Creek in Asheton's boat, we hopped off to explore Morris Island.
I loved showing off beautiful South Carolina to my friends! It gave me a greater appreciation for the place I've called home my whole life. Y'all come back now, ya hear?
All American Summer Adventure
With Labor Day around the corner it's sad to think that summer is almost over. I've been home from my summer adventure in New England for a few weeks now and I'm slowly starting to get back into the swing of things with school. I've enjoyed being home with all of my friends and filling them in on the fun things that this summer entailed. It's so hard to pick out my favorite memory because they each hold something special to me.
The friends I met and spent my summer working beside were some pretty incredible people. I sure am going to miss them!
Now it's on to my next adventure. Can't wait to see what's in store!
A Reel Treat
Out on Siasconset Beach in Nantucket, we met up with Elliot for a little lesson on shark catching. It was amazing to watch Elliot catch the shark and wrestle him to the beach to be tagged and released back into the ocean.
Now all of the sharks I've caught in the past look like minnows compared to this 8 foot Sandbar Shark. Kind of link the Bonnet Head Shark I caught when I was 9 at the Isle of Palms with the help of my Dad and John Wierman.
Happy Shark Week! Sorry for all of the sharkasm, but isn't it always a jawesome part of the summer?
Happy As a Clam
We ventured to Matunuck to go clamming with the crew. It was nice to get our feet wet and experience all that goes into clam digging!
With the amount of clams that I found, it looks like I'll be having linguine and a clam. Maybe I'll have better luck next time...
An Afternoon Aboard
One thing that I love about summer is spending time on the water. Whether it's water skiing, tubing, or just enjoying time with friends, boating tops the list of my favorite things to do. I was in heaven when we spent an afternoon aboard Temma! We couldn't have asked for a prettier day to enjoy the summer sun and take in the beautiful Jamestown coastline.
More photos from Classy Girls Wear Pearls
Back to ACK
Today we're heading to Nantucket to for a weekend getaway! We're all looking forward to some rest and relaxation. Our summer together is quickly coming to an end; I can't believe it! Someone please tell Summer to stick around a little longer.
Tennis Hall of Fame with Brooks Brothers
As promised, here's a post chock full of the details and pictures from our Sunday afternoon spent at the Tennis Hall of Fame Championship! We sat alongside the grass courts dressed in our favorite ensembles from Brooks Brothers and we cheered on the Legends while they kicked off the event with a friendly little match.
After, we met a few of the Legends and ate a good ol' New England lunch of lobster rolls, cole slaw, chips, and cupcakes topped with fondant tennis balls and iced with the Brooks Brothers initials.
Just a couple of Brooks Brothers fans staying cool...
We took a little break before the next match, Hewitt vs. Karlovic.
The guys looking very dapper in their Brooks Brothers outfits.
Hartley took her hand at practicing some volleying.
Game, set, match!
It was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon, thank you Brooks Brothers!
Think the outfits are grand slams? Here are the details: Dress by Brooks Brothers Sunglasses by Madewell Bracelet by Kiel James Patrick Clutch by J. Crew
Weekend Update
We had the day off on Saturday, so Hartley and I decided it would be nice to explore Newport a little more. We ate a delicious lunch at Midtown Oyster Bar, shopped in a few of our favorite stores, and grabbed some iced coffees at Coffee Grinders.
Look at that view!
Then we made our way to Quonset View Farms to pick some strawberries. There were rows and rows of berries and the air was filled with sweetness from those little guys.
After we picked the ripest ones we could find, we met up with the guys and ate dinner at Speakeasy Bar and Grill. We all took a chance and ordered the same thing after one hamburger in particular caught our eyes. The Speakeasy Hamburger: bacon, peanut butter, and jelly all on top of a burger. Man, it was good!
Hope y'all had a nice weekend! I'll fill you in later with the details of our Sunday afternoon spent at the Tennis Hall of Fame with Brooks Brothers!
Sunny Side of the Street
Outfit details: Dress by Shoshanna Shoes by J. Crew Sunglasses by Madewell Bracelet by Kiel James Patrick Clutch by J. Crew
The Best of the Best
What a week we had in Martha's Vineyard! We're back in Newport and already reminiscing. Here are a few of my favorite pictures from last week!
Minnie the dog jumped into the picture at just the right time!
We wandered through Edgartown one evening before dinner.
We threw a pool party one night.
We spent an afternoon exploring the Cape Poge Lighthouse.
And even though our Fourth of July plans were washed out by Hurricane Arthur, we made the best of it!
Martha's Vineyard
On Saturday, we boarded the ferry from Quonset for our much anticipated trip to Martha's Vineyard! We spent the afternoon exploring the island and taking in the georgous sights that Martha's Vineyard has to offer. We ended the night grilling out and playing ping pong on the screened in porch.
I can't believe that the month of June has come to an end. I'm looking forward to a week on the Vineyard, especially the Fourth of July! The beach, the weather, and friends will make for the best celebration!
Today we went to the beach for a little bit and then popped into a few shops while wandering around Edgartown.
Here's to a week ahead full of adventures and hard work!
Firing of the Cannons
We spent yesterday at the Squantum Association in Rhode Island. We enjoyed a clambake while overlooking the Providence River and then we took turns setting off the cannons.
Later in the afternoon we made our way to the dinning room for a crackin' lobster dinner!
Why did the lobster think it was so funny to be eaten? Not sure, it just cracks him up.
David Lindsey Clothier
Before I left for my internship in Rhode Island, I stopped by the store in my hometown where I first discovered Kiel James Patrick bracelets.
David Lindsey Clothier is in the heart of Uptown Greenwood and is by far one of my favorite stores to visit. Ed, Carmen, and Dylan are good-hearted Southern people who will go out of their way to help you find just what you are looking for.
They carry men's and women's clothes of reputable brands like Barbour, Peter Millar, Bills Khakis, and Vineyard Vines. But a couple of years ago, there was one brand in particular that caught my eye−Kiel James Patrick. I fell in love with the colors and clean style and I immediately made my first KJP purchase. I guess you could say that the rest is history!
If you ever find yourself in The Emerald City, stop by David Lindsey's and let the trio of very personal stylists help you out. Before you know it, you'll be telling people, "Oh, I got it from Ed's!"
Bowties and Heels for the Seals
Last night was quite the seal-abration! As the new ambassador for the Stranding Program, Sarah hosted an event at Mystic Aquarium to support the Seal Rescue Center and Mystic Aquarium Stranding Program.
Before the event, Hartley and I helped put together the silent auction. We enjoyed getting there early to set up and then watching the aquarium magically unfold into a summer soirée! Everything about the night was perfect− the tasty hors d'oeurves, the music, and the dancing.
I should also mention the weather because being from the South, I'm used to swelteringly hot and humid summer nights, but last night I fell in love with New England even more! It was just the right temperature.
Check out this video! We're whaley good dancers, don't you think?