Fog Happens

With my Nantucket getaway a short three days away, I've been running around after work trying to figure out what to pack. Oh, how I miss the days when I would pack my little duffel for the next year's trip the day after I got home (granted all I had to worry about were little toys and a notebook and colored pencils). This year, I am a bit behind- I usually have a whole checklist typed out of outfits, bathing suits, accessories, and other essentials I plan on taking. I do think my wardrobe is coming together, with the help of Nantucket vacation-worthy finishing touches.

1. Essie nail polish in Mint Candy Apple

I'm literally obsessed with this color (it's definitely the new Lilacism). I saw it while catching up on one of my favorite blogs Cupcakes and Cashmere, and I ran to the mall after work today to pick it up (we have a store that literally has every Essie polish). The best way to describe it is a slightly paler, slightly greener version of a Tiffany box (which should already be up there on every girl's favorite colors list). I'm thinking of doing this shade on my fingers with a neon orangey-pink on my toes to give a fresh, young vibe to the ever-so-preppy outfits I'll be donning in ACK.

2. Big straw bow hat

This is by far my favorite straw hat I own. It was my mom's in the eighties or nineties but I have since commandeered the topper, and wore it most recently to the Brimfield Antique Show in Massachusetts two weekends ago. The oversize bow on the back makes the hat playful and not so up-tight as a lot of more conservatively-styled hats appear. This hat will make it everywhere from the beach to church on Sunday, I'm sure.

3. Jack Wills hoodie

The perfect thing to throw on when you're chilly on the ferry or walking around downtown. Of course the majority of people will be wearing their Nantucket sweatshirts courtesy of The Sunken Ship or one of the other Island gear shops, but the JW hoodies are just too fun (and super soft). Hit up Jack Wills on South Water St. if you're on the Island!

4. Nantucket Conservation bracelet


A common accessory seen on Nantucket, proceeds from the purchase of this bracelet go to the Nantucket Conservation Foundation. It's a chic bracelet with a great cause that helps to protect the fragile ecology of Nantucket Island.


It's almost time for me to set sail from the Cape to the Grey Lady! See you in a week, prepsters, with details of my Island adventures!