Americana Flag Sweater: Ralph Lauren vs. Tuckernuck

Ralph Lauren (left)// Tuckernuck

I love a good flag sweater. They are timeless and great for kids, men, grandparents... literally anyone and everyone. It's a staple I wear SO much, and I also wear it year-round. I'm updating this post I wrote last year because I found a few more flag sweaters to add to the mix in case you are shopping for one. Considering the 4th of July is around the corner, scroll to the bottom to see the updates! 

I have both the Tuckernuck flag sweater and the Ralph Lauren flag sweater. Many other brands also offer flag sweaters, but I will focus on these two since I own them both! 

Cost:

Tuckernuck: $198 

Ralph Lauren: $398

Materials:

Tuckernuck: 100% cotton

Ralph Lauren: 100% cotton

Sizing:

Tuckernuck: It's true to size, but you could size down for a closer fit. It's roomy/boyfriend-style, but I love that.

Ralph Lauren: True to size, a slimmer, closer fit vs. Tuckernuck. 

Fit: 

Tuckernuck: Both the neckline and the sleeve hems are rolled, which is nice and adds to the sweater's casual vibe. The neckline is between a crew and a mock neck. The length is a bit longer and more A-line than the Ralph Lauren sweater. 

Ralph Lauren: This is a true, classic crewneck sweater that hits right at the hip and has a flattering, slimmer fit. 

My thoughts:

Tuckernuck: For being about $150 less, I prefer the Tuckernuck version, so if you are considering one or the other, the Tuckernuck is less costly but just as nice as the Ralph Lauren. If you prefer a more classic crewneck style, Tuckernuck makes a version for $198, which is still $200 less than the Ralph Lauren version. 

Ralph Lauren: I love this Ralph Lauren sweater. I've had it for over 10+ years, and it has held up perfectly. It is high quality and classic. I don't love the RL logo on the sweater; it's unnecessary. My husband has this one in navy, and it looks so handsome on him. 

The stars are embroidered on both, and nothing is printed on either.  

Bottom Line:

You can't go wrong with either, but when it comes down to price, you can save $200 and go with the Tuckernuck option, and I think you'd be just as happy! 

Scroll below to see many outfits I have styled with both sweaters over the years and seasons. And here are some other options that are out for this year! 

One// Two

Three// Four

Five// Six

Tuckernuck:

RALPH Ralph Lauren:

My husband has the men's Ralph Lauren version in Navy blue.

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May Favorites

Gingham Pants// Swimsuit// Dog Bed

Flower Scissors// Yellow Vase

King Pillow// Sailboat Cardigan

Suede Mule Heels// Hair Oil// Gingham Dress

I round up my favorite things each month for a monthly favorites list. At the end of the year, I pull from each monthly list to create an annual favorites list. In 2025, I broke down my list into three parts: Beauty, Fashion, and Home and Misc. It's my way of keeping track of the very best things. The lists work because, looking back over the past few years, most of the items on each list are still my favorites. My only rule is that I don't repeat items from month to month or year to year, so there is no overlap. 

Gingham Pants// I love these classic pants. Gingham is certainly having a moment this season, but I think these are timeless. I sized up, as they don't have any stretch. I'd like to think they'd be Samantha Stevens-approved. 

Swimsuit// This swimsuit is so well-made. It's double-lined, and the chest is supportive and so flattering. There is good coverage on the bum, but not too much coverage- just right! 

Dog Bed// I searched for months for a new dog bed for Henry in the car. Everything in the local stores was questionable quality, and most of what I saw online was more than I wanted to spend or the wrong dimensions. This was the needle in the haystack for me in terms of fitting in my backseat, being high quality, and not costing a fortune. 

Flower Scissors// Do you really need these? No. But honestly, they are SUCH a game changer when trimming floral bouquets to fit in vases. They work on even the strongest stems. Keep this in your back pocket for a stocking stuffer, or pair it with a bouquet as a gift, because these aren't a necessity, but man, they are something you didn't know you were missing! 

Yellow Vase// A good Ginori look for less. I love it. It's sitting on my dining room table right now, and it's gorgeous. 

King Pillow// Pillows are personal, so this should be taken with a grain of salt, but I am a side sleeper, and sometimes a stomach sleeper. I love down pillows, and I've tried a lot over the years. I recently needed to replace one of my pillows and strayed from TCS, and it was a mistake. I ended up wasting my money and ordering this pillow. I got the king-size, gusseted, medium firmness, and I've been so happy with it. The quality is perfect. TCS is such a reliable brand. I love it. 

Sailboat Cardigan// Such a gorgeous cardigan and perfect for summertime. It's 100% cotton. I sized up to a medium for a roomier fit. 

Suede Mule Heels// These are so comfortable for how high the heel is! I feel chic and put together when wearing these, and they are the perfect neutral shade, too. 

Hair Oil// I was using Oribe hair oil before this, and I really liked it. I am not a big Oribe gal; this is one of the very few products from that brand that I actually like. Well, Crown Affair launched their hair oil, and from the first time I tried it, I knew it was the best! It's so lightweight, it smells delightful, and really makes my hair less frizzy and shiny. You can put this on damp or dry hair. I usually put it on when my hair is dry as the finishing touch. 

Gingham Dress// My sister saw me wearing this and assumed it was Doen. Luckily, it is about 1/2 to 1/3 the price of a Doen dress, and so pretty! The quality is great. It runs a bit big, so size down. 

Skincare Kit// Oval Earrings

Emerald Earrings// Striped Sweater //White Dress

Moisturizing Body Gel// Skort

Skincare Kit// I love a value kit when it comes to makeup and skincare, and this is a good one for under $100. My code SUMMERWIND doesn't work on this, but it's still a very good deal! 

Oval Earrings + Emerald Earrings// I have worn these in round since they launched, and they just launched oval and emerald, and I love them all equally. They're a great alternative to a stud earring and such a classic way to mix things up. I have influenced so many women in my personal life with these. Whenever I am out, there are always several of us in these earrings! I also love to give them as gifts because I really think they work for many different personal tastes/styles. 

Striped Sweater // A classic! I sized up to a medium, and it has the perfect slightly oversized fit. It's casual summertime perfection. I particularly love how the rollneck and cuffs are white- it adds something interesting to the look! 

White Dress// The most flattering dress and one of those things that you can throw on and instantly look polished with minimal effort. This runs true to size. 

Moisturizing Body Gel // This is the lightest-weight moisturizer I've ever used. It comes out as a gel, you lather it on, and it truly sinks in immediately, leaving your legs looking so hydrated and healthy. A summer must-have.

Skort// Love the few pleats, the stripes, the sweat-wicking/cooling fabric, and the tasteful length. Truly one of the most comfortable skorts you'll wear. I sized up to a medium and I'm glad I did! 

2026 Monthly Favorites:

- January

- February

- March

- April

Check out my yearly favorites... 

- 2025 Beauty // Fashion // Home and Misc.

- 2024 Favorites

- 2023 Favorites

- 2022 Favorites

- 2021 Favorites

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Weekend Wish List

Striped Skirt (code SYDNEY15)// Star Sweatshirt// Striped Linen Skirt// Shirtdress

Cameo Pendant// White Linen Dress// Ballet Flats

Navy Dress// Red Shorts// Cord Bracelet// Gingham Set

Some items of note... 

- This Striped Skirt is part of the new collaboration between Mark D Sikes, a very talented interior designer, and J.McLaughlin! The entire line is so good! My code SYDNEY15 may still work!!

- There is something so vintage-feeling about this Navy Dress. It's pricey, but I am so drawn to it. 

- These  Red Shorts are from a new-to-me brand with the prettiest and most unique pieces, and the best part is that the prices are not outrageous but look like they should be on Net-A-Porter for double. 

- Such a cute little Gingham Set, and it's very affordable! 

- Isn't this Cameo Pendant darling? It reminds me so much of Wedgwood- my fave! 

- This White Linen Dress is getting lost in the collage, but you need to click over to really see how elegant and classic it is! 

Lightweight Madras Jacket// Colorful Necklaces (code SYDNEY15)// Runner Rug (code SYDNEY15)

Shell Earrings// Nantucket Basket Charm

Tinted Lip Balm// Buffing Shower Bar// Knit Tank

Suede Handbag// Strawberry Fields Candle// Floral Dress (code SYDNEY15)

Some items of note... 

- Love to see so many madras options for women popping up this season, including this Lightweight Madras Jacket.

- This Suede Handbag is just too good. I have it in the regular brown leather, but wow, this for fall is just fun! 

- The new Nantucket drop featuring this Strawberry Fields Candle from HLC is so exciting! I have not smelled this one yet, but it sounds intriguing! 

- My mom loves this Tinted Lip Balm, so I want to try it out! 

- This Runner Rug is such a good neutral option! I've realized that washable rugs are best as runner rugs because you don't really have to move furniture, so you can easily pull them up and launder them. Plus, runners are also usually what gets the most traffic! I love a runner in a kitchen. My code is SYDNEY15 for 15% off. 

See last week's Weekend Wish List, here!

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

- Cashmere Wraps I Love

- Analog Things I Incorporate Into My Week

- Lately

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Lately

Cutest fairway wood cover that my husband received for his birthday! 

A lovely wedding!

Mini golf at Forstyhe for the first time! So fun! Here's what I wore! 

My go-to leather travel tote. The quality is unmatched for the price. 

Saw these cute shoes the other day and loved them! 

Hope you are all having a good week! It's a pretty typical week around here, and we are heading into a slower weekend, which is nice!! It's been hot and muggy this week, but after this winter, I simply cannot complain about the heat! 

This past weekend, we drove to Lancaster, PA, for a wedding. My husband's college roommate got married. I had never been to Lancaster before, but it was such a cute place, and the wedding venue was a stunning barn/estate! We had so much fun. We only had two weddings this year, so that was the last one for 2026! I love going to weddings for many reasons, but one of them is that I LOVE to dance! Seriously, give me some good music, and I'll be on that dance floor *all* night. I was thinking about this and wondering if any of you all go dancing anywhere? I can't think of anywhere in Pittsburgh off the top of my head other than Arthur Murray, a dance instruction chain. We actually did private coreography lessons there leading up to our wedding, and that was SO much fun! Outside of a wedding or concert, there really aren't many venues I know of for cutting a rug! Our parents' generation used to go out dancing, and I know that, for us millennials, there were lots of nightclubs to dance in!

This weekend, we don't have many plans, which is nice because the following weekend is packed! I STILL haven't done my little organizing project, so I'm hoping to get it done this weekend. 

Is anyone else especially into browsing fashion lately? Obviously, that's a constant for me given that it's part of my job, but I have been so impressed with the summer styles hitting stores and websites right now. As someone who typically loves fall most (in every sense, but especially when it comes to fashion), it's been exciting to see so many beautiful, classic summer pieces from so many brands. It's almost overwhelming, in the best way!! There are so many things I want to share with you all! I'm hoping this momentum carries into fall, too, with plenty of timeless, classic, and slightly preppy pieces.

Hat// Dress

Shirt// Shorts (blending in with the carpet, ha!)

Dress

Earrings// Necklace

Tote that was gifted from Tuckernuck from their Nantucket Reds launch! It's adorable. The bag charm is J.Crew Factory, but sadly doesn't seem to be online! 

Necklace back in stock! 

Wearing: It feels like summer is in full swing, even though I know it doesn't officially start for another week or two! Wearing all of the linen, eyelet, white, and more! 

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Eating: I share this often, but the steak kebabs are back at Whole Foods. They are seasonal, and I've seen them come in two marinade options: Kentucky Bourbon and Steakhouse, and both are incredible. They also have chicken kebabs. My husband grills them, and it makes dinner so easy! 

Drinking: I will be the first to admit that when I was in middle school, I thought water brands like Fiji and Voss were soooo cool, and I would always swindle my parents into getting me a bottle at a gas station or grocery store. They often said no, and as an adult, I get it. Expensive water can be silly and is used as a prop on social media and beyond. Well, have you all heard of this new water brand? The brand says, 'The no microplastics, no forever chemicals, balanced minerals, spring sourced, glass bottled, perfectly pure water.' It's $35 for a pack of 6. What do you all think, a gimmick or is it worth the sticker shock? For what it's worth, my Stanley might as well be attached to my hip, since I take it everywhere with me and it's always filled with filtered tap water, but I do keep our basement fridge stocked with some water bottles (usually the 365 Whole Foods brand- nothing special) in a pinch or to offer to others in certain situations!

Watching: I can't believe there will be a FIFTH Toy Story movie. The original was one of my favorites, and I remember the Sid scene scared me and made me mad because we shared the same name. The second one, I vividly remember going to see it in the theater with my Grandma and Aunt, and afterward they took my sister and me to pick out Toy Story dolls- a core memory! Anyway, I look forward to seeing the 5th. This cute little duo between Taylor Swift and Randy Newman was heartwarming. 

I started The Witness on Netflix, which is based on a true event, a murder in England in the 90s. It's good so far. I'm almost finished, as there are only 3 episodes! 

Listening: Loved seeing this coverage of The Tonics, an adult a capella group based outside of Philly. The group always pops up in my feed, and I think there is something so fantastic and inspiring about adults pursuing their passions without any other reason but fun and camaraderie. 

Wanting: These hydrangea stickers are too cute! These shorts with a crisp white top is very 1950's chic!  Love the embroidery on this linen shift dress. A new sneaker style from APL. The cutest Roller Rabbit x Hillhouse collab! A cute and preppy take on a fleece sweatshirt. A fun, inexpensive beach towel. I love the look of a picnic basket, but a cooler tote is so much more functional. This blends both together for aesthetics and function. A win-win! A very cute swimsuit with a timeless cut and color combo! Love this pink gingham jacket... very Samantha Stevens! A fun red striped sleeveless top. This coat is definitely out of season, but worth a look because it's chic and timeless, and a dead ringer for Barbour. Such a good Call It By Your Name bandana tote look for less! Love this swim coverup! A gorgeous lace top under $120! New in from AW, this classic linen shift dress! Lots of amazing new J.Crew arrivals! I am loving: this white dress, this printed dress, these beach pants, and this knit top! Eyeing this striped collar tee. The yellow is so fun! A darling little white dress that you can wear casually or dress up a touch! This tote is gorgeous, albeit pricey as it is just raffia, but I love the color and silhouette. I love a good set any time of year, but especially in the summertime, and this crochet set is different! A new-to-me robe brand I've been seeing everywhere! This linen dress is elegant in its simplicity. This shift dress is adorable, and the pattern gives Vera Bradly circa 2025 the best way. Such a good 'throw on' striped dress. I'm not into mesh ballet flats, but I can get behind these cuties! A gorgeous ottoman that looks like double the price! 

Pittsburgh: Sad to see Coffee Tree gone from Beverly Road- a Lebo staple!! I wonder what will go in its place?! 

Ring

Amazon Rec: Ordered this on a whim as a travel ring for Italy later this summer with my mom and sister, and am so pleasantly surprised with it! It's really pretty. My only gripe is that it doesn't come in half sizes.

Also, Prime Day is on June 23rd this year. It's a big earlier than usual, so I just wanted to flag that!  

Tripod

I cannot believe how amazing and sleek this tripod is. I was using an older one I'd had forever, and it had served me well, but when I saw how this one folds up, I knew I had to get it. It fits inside a tote, is not at all heavy, and is so easy to set up. 

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!

Nantucket Candles

Smelling: Hotel Lobby sent me a preview of their new Nantucket candles, which launched yesterday. There are two, and I went for the Wild Rose and Sea Salt. I can be picky when it comes to scents, but I think HLC does a really good job. Nothing ever smells cloying or synthetic, and I love that you can smell the candle even when it is not lit. I think the hydrangea packaging is darling and would make a wonderful gift for a Nantucket-lover. Someone messaged me asking for my favorite HLC scent, and I think it depends on the season. To start, go with their signature scent. I would call it universally appealing as it smells bright and fresh but also warm and cozy at the same time. It truly smells like a luxury hotel. Secondary to that, Hamptons is my favorite, but it's really more of a summer scent. I love that basil note that comes through so clearly. It's so fresh, inviting, and another scent I think most would enjoy. Dare I say, though, I actually think their best product is their hand soap. It comes in the most stunning glass dispenser, and the hand soap's signature scent is truly intoxicating. It's often out of stock, but right now most scents seem to be stocked! 

Quoting: 'Do not disturb yourself by imagining your whole life at once.'-Marcus Aurelius // See more of my favorites, here.

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