THE BEST OF SUMMER DISCOVERY

With summer in full swing, we’re trying to stay in the moment and soak up all the magic moments of the season. Here’s our curated list of the best of summer discoveries. 

THE BEST SHOPPING

Have-to-have summer inspiration like glow-boosting sunscreen, surrealist summer silk scarves, and pleated hats that give every outfit more joy. 

MINERAL SUNSCREEN MEETS SKINCARE

We love a skincare product that does more, and in the summer, SPF is our top priority. Good Weather Skin just launched as a zinc-based mineral sunscreen that leaves skin hydrated, dewy, and nourished. Listed as Vogue’s favorite mineral sunscreen for everyday SPF, this breakthrough mineral sunscreen also blends in perfectly on all skin tones.  

MAJOR WANDERLUST WITH ALEMAIS

If Australian brand Alemais is not on your radar yet, let us introduce you. For our June campaign, you may have spotted the Raffia Fisherman bag, part of their surreal and colorful accessories lineup this summer. From silk scarves to nautilus shell earrings, layer on the magic of summer with playful pieces from Alemais. 

VERY FUN SUMMER HATS

Not only are these pleated hats gorgeous, but they are travel-friendly, UPF +50 certified, and made from 100% natural grass fibre with a pop of fabric trim. Elevate any look with these stunning sun hats from Lorna Murray!

THE BEST READS

Summer is when we carve out a little more time for beach reads and daydreams. 

BEACH READS, CAN’T PUT ‘EM DOWN 

Summer feels like a time to put the phone down, kick the feet up, and enjoy a page-turning summer read. In theory. If you get the chance, Vogue just put out 27 books you 

BRING ITALIAN SUMMER HOME

Capture the spirit of southern Italy with Il Doce Far Niente: The Italian Way of Summer by Lucy Laucht. Lucy is a talented photographer with an established aesthetic in film and natural light. You’ll find her eye behind many of the recent JCrew campaigns, but she has a long legacy gracing the pages of major publications like Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Australia, and more. 

THE BEST ENTERTAINMENT

From collages and board games to nostalgic summer adventures (and crushes), here are all the best ways to entertain yourself this month. 

THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY

Even if you don’t often tune in to a coming-of-age drama, between the beach parties, clubhouse, and summer crushes, this series may have you nostalgic for summers with friends and first loves. With season three launching in a few weeks, we’ll be tuning in to see what happens next at Cousins Beach. 

GO ANALOG WITH ART LIFE PRACTICE

Summer is all about play. Nothing sparks creativity like a simple activity for all ages, no phones required. The Collage Party Box is made for four people—get inspired by beautiful collage paper, quotes, and tools needed to craft. Make it a party by inviting friends over to join. 

BEACH BACKGAMMON

Universally loved, you’ll find people playing backgammon anywhere from NYC parks to cobblestone streets abroad. Endlessly entertaining, these travel backgammon sets are not only beautiful but packable, an easy kit to throw in the bag for all your summer adventures.