LE CATCH

Neck-deep into quarantine, my twin sister and I got together with our kids (finally!) and soaked up some springtime sun in G. Label's new swimsuits. (To see more behind-the-scenes pics and outtakes, check out @ouiwant) It was a special day, one that spawned major gratitude for my family, the unwavering constant of love and the joy of togetherness. I wish we may all be able to experience unity, equality, and unconditional love!

Just a quick heads-up that Lisa Marie Fernandez, Cushnie and Love Shack Fancy's long-awaited collaborations with Target are now up for grabs! My picks: the one-shoulder polka dot, above, this ric-rac flare dress, this shirtdress, this eyelet floral and this tie-front midi--all warm weather winners. P.S. My twin sis photographed the designers for the campaign!

It's not enough to post on Instagram or share a paragraph here about what's been happening in our country this past week. To create change, I know we need so much more. I've started by talking to my children about racism, bigotry, privilege, and hate. We've watched the protests on television and in our neighborhood--and we are learning about what we can do to help, to understand, to be more compassionate and supportive. Staying silent has never seemed so loud right now, and I believe all of our voices, little ones and big ones, will make a change.

Typically by now our favorite white jeans are hard at work. This year, however, is a little different--to say the least. This summer's shortcut to style rests easy in a pair of white shorts, suitably relaxed but still crisp and cool. They look ideal, I think, when paired with a blazer or button-down shirt. The effect: dressed, but not too dressed, if you know what I mean. I like these combos from Citizens of Humanity, H&M, Blank Denim, Club Monaco, 3.1. Phillip Lim, and Mango.

$140, Marni

This new Marni bucket bag is one bright spot right now. And so are these under-the-radar (and affordable) finds from Sam Edelman (below with an Alaia aura), Everlane (polished and pleated shorts), Club Monaco (stylish sweats and then some), Storets (summer's go-to wrap-tie pants), Maiyo (Chanel-inspired crochet bikini, anyone?) and Target (chic striped beach towels).

$310, the outnet

Ready to show up somewhere (anywhere?!) in this.

1. Red Valentino dress, $310, theoutnet.com
2. Chanel denim bracelet, $750, chanel
3. Make Beauty Tinted Marine Salve, $20, netaporter.com
4. Alanui Jaguar bag, $193, farfetch.com
5. LOQ braided sandals, $320, netaporter.com

$59, pull & bear

I love this studded sandal's Ibiza-chic vibe.

1. Mango dress, $99, mango.com
2. Timeless Pearly earrings, $285, netaporter.com
3. Clare V x Every Mother Counts denim tote, $99, clarev.com
4. Pull & Bear sandals, $59, pullandbear.com

Thought I'd keep it short today--with a little mini-skirt love. This summer staple is back (again) but the hemline is higher. In other words: legs for days. To counterbalance the shortness of the skirt, I'd go with more coverage on top, whether it's an oversized button-down, a boyfriend blazer or roomy sweater. Consider these minis from Levi's, By Malene Birger, Madewell, Alex Mill and Gucci.

Like Parisian Leia Sfez, we're currently keeping it simple in our most trusted wardrobe basics. But in this pic she proves that not all basics are made equal, specifically her up-to-the-minute-cut white jeans by Citizens of Humanity, black Havianas flip flops, and slightly oversized De Fursac white button-down blouse. Polished and pulled together made simple!

Photo: Leia Sfez

I may not be able to go to Mallorca this summer--but at least I can glean that same post-Med glow at home with Osea Malibu's Anti-Aging Body Balm. I recently started using this silky sea mineral-rich lotion, recommended to me by an in-the-know friend. It deeply moisturizes and imparts the prettiest luminous sheen, seriously unlike anything I've ever tried before! And it seems to miraculously tighten and lift my skin. Perhaps its organic seaweed and essential oil formulation effects this magic? Who knows! But anyway, there's more I need to share, another rec from an all-of-a-sudden-radiant friend: Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40. This tinted sunscreen made my friend's skin look so dewy and glow-y, as if she'd been indulging in Georgia Louise facials for the last month (we all wish). I'm now hooked, and my summer game is on! P.S. That's not me in the pic above, but I hope to look this by August 1! A girl can dream.