LE CATCH

$125, hat attack

My current method of staying under cover. (The trim also comes in natural.)

1. Just Bee Queen dress, $525, shopbop.com
2. Hat Attack trim hat, $125, hatattack.com
3. Marni market tote, $180, farfetch.com
4. TKEES leather slides, $80, tkees.com

Back in May, Brookly-based Olivia Palermo told Vogue India of her quarantine style: 'I've been using fashion to help maintain a sense of normalcy." Her mantra: make it safe, but make it fashion. Not only does she opt for silk statement-making scarves but she's converted them into face coverings with ear straps, so they stay up above her nose. (We all know: cloth masks may not protect the wearer, but may keep the wearer from spreading the virus to others.) I like this idea for when I'm socially distanced in public settings. I'd use this striped We Wore What bandana or this polka dot print Clare V and wouldn't mind investing in this vintage Chanel.

This easy, breezy flowy skirt is adding fresh air to my summer uniform. It's working overtime with a tank top (this and this), a crop top, and, of course, a swimsuit. And come autumn, I'll wear it with a slouchy sweater and boots. There are lots of amazing options out there right now, but the cutest, freshest style is full and floaty and hits below the knees. My top picks include the above H&M button-down skirt (25% off today!), this black Mara Hoffman, this Andamane zebra-print, and this tiered satin Topshop.

Those of you wanting to cultivate your outdoor style should make a beeline to The Outnet, freshly stocked with deeply discounted beach to backyard (and beyond) beauties. Among my favorites: the gorgeous Yvonne S floral frock, above, (with sandals or heels, bow undone), the Current/Elliot cut-out denim dress, below, these Frame belted jean shorts, this lace-trimmed Love Sam embroidered maxi, this gauze kaftan by Vix Paula Hermany, and this knitted metallic Missoni bikini.

I'll take more of French designer Sophie Hubert's less-is-more aesthetic, please! They key to it all: simple yet sophisticated staples, like the slit skirt, above, and the pristine white denim shorts below (fresher than ubiquitous indigo). Also in her wear-and-repeat line-up: sleek strappy sandals, a timeless tank top, pleated cotton trousers, and a versatile sleeveless dress. Et voila!

Photos: Sophie Hubert

It may be Monday, but from a fashion standpoint it's casual Friday--again. In other words, it's easy breezy, 24/7, nailed in dresses trapped in my closet like the Reformation, above (similar here and here), and Zara, below. (My $95 pave daisy necklace can be found here!) On the agenda to make a splash this week: this polka dot Loretta Caponi (obsessed!), this simple Staud shirt-dress, and this J.Crew pull-on slip skirt (last pic, teamed with a bathing suit or a tank)!

My twin sis managed to escape to Nantucket for a week, and I've been living vicariously via her text updates--a sunset picnic in Sconset, a self-captained Boston Whaler boat ride--colorfully illustrated with gorgeous family photos (and hydrangeas seemingly bursting from every background bush). Another standout sight she described: everyone's face coverings! As strange and disorienting as they are to see, she said, the flip side is a veritable sea of cute, responsibly-worn masks! Inspired by the island's elevated mask game, she snapped up some new fashion-y ones to complement her pretty dresses and tops--and I'm now doing the same, starting with the above assorted cloth 4-pack from Clare V, along with these feminine floral ones from Bauble Bar (priced at cost!), and this checked Gemelli face-covering, which comes with a PM2.5 filter.

Marni's signature mix of lustrous layers, unexpected textures, and whimsical details is making its way out of my closet and into my living room, with its just-launched home decor collection at Farfetch. Of course, it's downright drool-worthy--and surprisingly well-priced! The woven furniture (including the coolest rocking chairs, above and below) is beyond and so are the smaller accents such baskets, place mats and trays (below). Check out the incredible collection here and here! (P.S. For my wardrobe, I'd love more of Marni's striking market totes like this and this!)

I can so relate to New York-based illustrator Jenny Walton's recent selfie, captioned, "Summer in my apartment," as I find myself spending more time at home than ever before. Even so, Jenny's whimsical summer spirit has the ability to transcend her NYC confines--and I'm totally inspired to follow suit! Literally. I adore her vintage print Dodo Bar Or bikini (on sale now) and Lola bucket hat. I'd also like to embrace the moment (and step out of my own closet confines!) with these striking embellished Ancient Greek Sandals, this bright mini denim dress by Asos, this print-happy Marks & Spencer cover-up and this mind-blowingly gorgeous Zimmermann blouse. Happy Summer Weekend!