One Caftan, Three Ways

Caftan (under $150)

Some pieces of clothing have limited styling options or are for specific occasions or purposes. That's OK! But I think the most important pieces when building a closet are pieces that can be worn and styled in many ways. This is especially important when traveling, on a limited budget, or with limited closet space. 

Not only that, but I think being able to style pieces multiple ways can reduce some of that 'I have nothing to wear' mentality. 

We have a crazy heatwave where the 'feels like' is over 100. That's HOT for Pittsburgh, and I am not a fan. I'm so looking forward to next week when it's supposed to improve a bit. In this kind of heat, I reach for the easiest pieces and am reminded of this Caftan I got a few years ago. It's so lightweight and flowy and just the perfect thing to wear in the summer heat. At first glance, you might think it's just meant for lounging, but I wanted to share three simple ways to style this piece! It's under $150, and I find the price to be very fair for the quality! 

I am wearing a size small. It runs roomy! 

The red and white stripes are perfect and fun for the 4th of July, which I can't believe is next Friday! You can see my 4th of July fashion roundup here! 

Out to Lunch

Sunglasses// Bag

Espadrilles// Sweater (on major sale)

By the Pool

Hat// Sandals

Bag old Beau and Ro

Running Errands

Sunglasses// Sandals are Hermes, here is a great look for less

Similar Bucket Bag (also love this one)

Also available in this pretty teal shade!

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June Amazon Finds

Sandals// Blockprint Tablecloth

Lobster Dress// Cosmetic Brush Holder

Drink Carrier// Cotton Beach Towel

Water Gel Moisturizer// Blockprint Pillow

An Amazon finds post right on schedule! Yay for getting back into the groove! 

A few items of note... 

- I think this Blockprint Tablecloth would be perfect for a 4th of July picnic!

- My husband loves the Peter Thomas Roth gel moisturizer, and Water Gel Moisturizer is so similar and much less costly! 

- I think I got an IG ad for this Drink Carrier and thought it was a perfect vacation invention! So often we make a big batch of drinks for everyone and have to carry it from the house to the dock which can be tricky! We usually use a tray, but this seems to be a little more secure.  

- This Cosmetic Brush Holder is adorable, and I love that it comes in a bunch of different sizes, so you could get a whole matching set for travel.

Hair Wonder Water// Gold Hoop Earrrings// 4th of July Wreath Sash// Swimsuit Coverup

Brown Ballet Flats// Makeup Mirror

Red Handbag// Hand Soap// Shaving Cream// Lamp

- The many positive reviews on this Hair Wonder Water have me placing it in my cart. I'm looking forward to trying it. Has anyone tried it?! 

- This Shaving Cream is so good and inexpensive! 

- I have this Makeup Mirror, and it's amazing for traveling. It's so thin and the light is perfect- especially if you are in a hotel room with questionable lighting. 

2025 Amazon Finds:

- February 

- April

- May

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Weekend Wish List

Cream Dress// Jacquard Dress// Striped Sweater Tank// Crossbody Raffia Bag

Earrings// Dark Brown Leather Tote

Navy Coverup// Striped Tote// Gold Rope Claw Clip// Smocked Striped Top

Some items of note... 

- This Jacquard Dress is beautiful and could be worn as a summer wedding guest dress! I'd pair it with cream and silver accessories! 

- Coach has been catching my eye lately. How gorgeous is this Dark Brown Leather Tote?! Great price points and gorgeous leather. Many pieces have a very small, minimal logo, which I love. 

- These Earrings are the perfect Lizzie Fortunato look for less! 

-  You have to click over to the website for this Smocked Striped Top because it is SO cute on the model!

White Printed Sundress// Sunscreen Stick// Nantucket Red Cardigan// Green Leather Bag

Vitamin C Sheet Mask + Dispenser// Sneakers

Navy Linen Shorts// Twisted Bracelet

Blue Striped Dress// Studded Belt// Red Knit Tank// Navy and White Striped Tank Dress

Some items of note... 

- I've been eyeing this Nantucket Red Cardigan for a while and it's back in stock in all colors! 

- It's about to be almost 100 degrees here (next week)... ugh!! This Navy and White Striped Tank Dress is the exact dress I want to be wearing for that kind of heat! 

- This Vitamin C Sheet Mask + Dispenser is unique and I feel like I've seen it all when it comes to skincare! It's like a wipe dispenser except out pops a sheet mask! I have been wanting to try this brand, too, it's having a moment and is at a great price point. 

- I've been hearing good things about Dune, the sunscreen brand so I am intrigued by this Sunscreen Stick. Think I'm going to order this (my code SUMMERWIND works on this) becuase I love a sunscreen stick. It makes application so quick, easy, and mess-free. 

- I love these Sneakers! I've been a fan for many years and have several pairs. They're on sale right now for $72 and reguarly, they're $180! A great deal for a very comfortable shoe- I love these for Orange Theory!

See last week's Weekend Wish List, here!

For your weekend reading, here are blog posts you may have missed from this week:

- Updated Discount Code List

- Nantucket Travel Guide

- 4th of July Outfit Inspo

- Lately

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Lately

Sailing on the Endeavor

Brant Point Lighthouse

Drinks with new friends at Cisco 

Ladies Beach

125th US Open

I was so flattered when one of you sent me a TikTok video that someone created of their favorite outfits at the US Open, and I was in it! 

Blueberries from our blueberry bush! It's thriving! 

I feel like I've lived several lives since last Thursday's lately post! I have been go-go-go! I've finally gotten organized and on track again, though, and it's a great feeling. Last week, Cru of Two PR invited me for a few quick days on Nantucket. They represent brands like Vineyard Vines, Reebok, Olipop, etc. PR/Brand trips can be hit or miss, but this was truly wonderful, and I feel so grateful to have been included. I get anxious about going on trips like this because I didn't know anyone! But thankfully, everyone was so nice and welcoming, and it was just a great group of people. Most other attendees were writers and worked for publications or as freelancers. They hosted us in a house on the Miacomet golf course, and it was my first time staying in that area. Not only was the house lovely, but it was just a walk away from Cisco Brewery and Bartlett's farm! We were not planning on going to Nantucket this year as we are saving up my husband's vacay days for other things, so this was a real treat! 

Once I got back late in the evening, it was off to the US Open. I got my husband tickets for his birthday. Despite the somewhat questionable weather, it was so much fun. I love that Pittsburgh gets to host such a huge event like this! We dodged the rain, thankfully! Though my shoes needed a major bath after trudging through so much mud. We walked 16k steps! 

Speaking of mud, the rain we have been getting is wild. Pittsburgh is one of the grayest cities in the country, so that's no surprise, but I can't remember the last time it rained almost every single day for weeks straight! Sometimes, it rains or drizzles on and off all day, or sometimes, we get a big thunderstorm that rolls in and out pretty quickly. Our hose is on vacation because I haven't had to water our plants!

By the way, I got eaten alive by mosquitoes a few weeks ago! The itching was crazy- I felt like it was itchier than usual. I tried what I had on hand, which was Vanicream HC cream, and it was OK, but many of you recommended this gel. My mom happened to have a tube on hand, and it worked so much better! So, thank you for the rec! I wanted to share in case anyone else needs it! 

Besides getting into the groove this week, I have been dealing with technical issues. That's part of working for myself that can be frustrating. It's sooooo tricky whenever I have an issue, and really no one to immediately run to for help. 

Striped Pullover

Flag Sweater// White Jeans 

Wearing: I've been doing this a lot lately: I order a size in clothes, rip off the tags, wear them once, and then wish I had sized down. Does anyone else do this? I love roomy-fitting clothing for comfort, so I frequently size up in things. My most recent example is the striped sweater you see above. I love it so much- it is beautifully made, especially for the price, but it runs big. I sized up to a medium, and while I love how oversized and cozy it is, it feels a little overwhelming and sloppy when I wear it. I wish I had gotten a small or maybe even XS! Woulda, shoulda, coulda, as they say! 

I also have been loving this flag cardigan. This is Ralph Lauren quality for sure, and would charge double, maybe even triple. I got this on the Nantucket trip from Vineyard Vines. It's truly a heritage piece. Size down, though. I got a small and in hindsight, wish I had gotten an XS! I reallllllly want to get Henry the matching sweater, but it's pricey and he doesn't like clothing except for his winter coat. Also, the white jeans are amazing. They are not see-through, a classic cut, and so comfortable and stretchy. 

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Blue Book

Reading: I was so excited to snag a copy of Elin's latest book, Blue Book, which is her own personal guide to Nantucket. It's such a cute book and perfect for any Nantucket or Elin Hildebrand fan. The illustrator, Meredith Hanson, is so talented and creative. She is also so sweet—I met her on a trip to the Inn at Perry Cabin a few years ago! 

Sale: Did you see my discount code post earlier this week? I created a master guide of all of the discount codes I have for you all! 

Also, I found a few cute Longchamps on sale!

And Mother Denim up to 50% off- lots of great styles included. These are my top pick and one of my favorite denim styles! 

Watching: I recently watched the Ocean Gate documentary on Netflix, which was very interesting and worth watching. What a tragedy. I'm also watching Better Sister on Prime, and it's good- not my favorite, but still worth the watch. Did we talk about the end of Sirens? Did anyone like that ending? I won't spoil it but I thought the ending was just OK.  

Cream Ribbed Swimsuit// Gingham Swimsuit

Loving: I popped into Target yesterday and spotted these swimsuits and thougth they were both so cute! 

Wanting: I haven't seen a bag I've loved in a long time, and wow, this is GORGEOUS! These dried strawberries are $82, which I consider to be a crazy price for a small jar. However, consider me intrigued because they have hundreds of rave reviews. Would you buy $82 dried strawberries?! I ordered this skirt! These pants are giving Missoni for just $30. Cute gold block heel sandals at a nice price. Classic, easy linen shorts for $25. This skirt is GOOD- Lisa Birnbach would approve! I actually think I'm going to go with the madras shirt over the skirt because I think the shirt would look so cute with white jeans or white linen shorts! A pretty printed sundress with a fun back! This adorable $20 top looks like something Shopbop would sell! I like the colors on these sneakers. This is such a cute white leather and raffia crossbody. This sweater jacket is back in stock- I've been debating it! A lovely summer cocktail dress. A sleek but punchy black tie wedding guest dress. I love the shape of these flats so much! I want the dark brown for fall, but the black is on sale right now, and I love the texture on those. These earrings are so fun! Another pair of buckle slides that could be promising. Espadrilles that are atop my wish list. A body sunscreen that I really want to try! Has anyone tried these earbuds? I am intrigued! I got an IG ad for this, and I added it to my cart. I thought it would be perfect for carrying drinks from the house to the dock for cocktail cruises this summer! A gorgeous embroidered jacket. A classic and polished blazer at a great price. This sweater is pretty and on sale, though I wonder what is going on with Brooks Brothers... the whole thing feels very Club Monaco- which also sold to private equity.

Pittsburgh: Two things I'm looking forward to are Picklesburg, which is July 11-13. I'm always away for it so I'm excited to finally be home to experience it! Little Italy Days are August 14th-17th, and it's always a fun time! 

Sandals

Amazon Rec: The sandals keep getting taken down, but they're back for now and Prime shipping! 

You can find more of my Amazon favorites, here on my Amazon page where I am constantly updating it with all of my finds and top picks from home, beauty, fashion, and more!

Smelling: I am so excited to get this candle soon! I've been itching to give it a whiff. I'm so intrigued by all of these tomato-forward scents. There hasn't been one I've sniffed and disliked! 

Quoting: 'Motivation often comes after starting, not before. Action produces momentum.' - James Clear //See more of my favorites, here.

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