What I packed for Jamaica 🌴

I just got back from the Tryall Club in Jamaica and had the most amazing experience there! It was a much needed getaway from the island before things amp up for the summer, plus Neil and I went with really good friends - so it was a great time. It was super relaxing, and now I am officially ready for summer weather. 

Packing is one of the most stressful parts for me in getting ready for a vacation. I am definitely a planner and like to pack ahead of time to make sure I don’t forget anything. I can say I was definitely fully prepared for this trip! Here’s a look inside what I packed for Jamaica:

1. This midi dress is perfect for a dinner at the resort or a day trip to town! The material is lightweight so it's perfect for a warm weather trip. I also love the ruched straps on the dress. It definitely adds fun detail along with the breezy pattern. 

2. I am obsessed with this dress! It was perfect to throw on during the day post pool. It is super comfy and lightweight. I can also definitely see myself wearing it this summer shopping around town on Nantucket. 

3. Of course, I had to bring my favorite bikini. I have the top and bottom in multiple colors. It is super flattering and comfortable. You also can’t beat the quality for the price. Highly recommend it! 

4. I packed this cover up and I love it! It is a cotton-linen blend so naturally it is lightweight and perfect for the beach. 

5. As you can tell by now, I love a good dress. This dress was a no brainer for me. I’m obsessed with the sleeves and the fact that this can be worn during the day for a shopping trip or for a nice dinner out. 

6. This tote was perfect for the beach! It fits everything I need, and the color is neutral so it goes with anything. Oh! And it comes with a matching zip pouch, so you can put your sunscreen and lip balm in it and they won’t get lost in your bag. I also used it as my evening bag.

7. You can never have too many day dresses. This dress is perfect for a Sunday morning brunch. It’s so comfortable and lightweight. I can’t wait until the weather warms up and I can wear this again! 

8. As you probably guessed, I brought my camera with me so I could shoot around the island. This dress definitely came in handy for that (plus I played tennis in it!) I was so comfortable exploring and scoping out where I wanted to shoot.

9. I wore this dress to dinner one night and it was such a hit! The floral print is beautiful and you can dress it up or down depending on where you’re headed. I’m even debating buying it in the other color because of how easy it was to wear.  

10. Last but definitely not least on my packing list is sunscreen. I wear sunscreen 365 days a year so of course this was on my list for Jamaica. This is my favorite brand of sunscreen because it’s clean and feels amazing on my skin. 

If you want a piece of Jamaica in your home, check out Wanderlust from my newest collection, “Palms & Fronds”. It comes as a shelfie, or larger sizes to fit any home! 

I can’t wait to see where next year’s trip takes us. Comment below if you have any recommendations!

What to pack for Nantucket? All of your Tuckernuck favorites, of course.

Did you know Tuckernuck got their name from a tiny island off of Nantucket called Tuckernuck? Tuckernuck is one of my favorite online shopping destinations for outfits, accessories and home decor. They truly have it all! 

When they started carrying my shelfies™, I couldn’t have been more excited! Their classic yet modern style aligns exactly with what I look for when it comes to shopping for clothes and home decor, so it was a dream come true getting to collaborate with them!  

Now for the fun part - I’ve decided to come up with a list of my 10 favorite items from Tuckernuck. It definitely was not easy choosing only 10 pieces, but I thought it would be best to start here and share with you 10 must-haves. 

1. My favorite thing to shop for on Tuckernuck is dresses! I am a sucker for a midi dress and Tuckernuck has so many to offer and at various price points! I love this dress because you can easily dress it up or down depending on the occasion. You can pair it with heels to dress it up for a special occasion or pair it flats for a more casual night. The weather on Nantucket can get chilly, even at nights in the summer, so I love that this dress can be easily worn with a white jean jacket on a cool summer night. One last thing - this is Tuckernuck’s brand so it can only be found on Tuckernuck!

2. Because the weather on Nantucket can be cool even in the summer, I always love having transitional sweaters that can be worn in different seasons. This sweater is definitely a go to piece for me. I love that it is lightweight and comes in both pink and white. I find that it’s super easy to style. You can wear it simply on its own with blue jeans or layer it with a button-down shirt. Another reason why I love this sweater is the price tag. It’s so hard to find affordable, yet high quality sweaters, but this sweater is both.  

3. If you’ve ever visited Nantucket, you know that a pair of white jeans is a must! I’m obsessed with these jeans specifically. They’re high waisted and hit right at the ankle so they’re super flattering. They’re also so easy to style. You can wear almost any top with them and boom you’re ready to go! 

4. Of course, if you’re coming to Nantucket during the summer you need a beach bag bag. I love an item that is versatile and that’s exactly what this bag is! You can bring it to the beach, to town or to dinner and it will fit the occasion. It fits everything you need and is of amazing quality. 

5. Whenever I leave the island, I always love to take a piece of it with me. This necklace is the perfect way to do so. Nantucket is not only my home currently, but I grew up spending summers here, so it has a very special place in my heart. I love that this necklace is double sided and can be worn easily with any outfit. You can even layer it with another necklace! 

6. I’m obsessed with this dress and cannot wait to wear it this summer! This dress screams Nantucket to me with the vibrant florals. It also has pockets which are always a plus. You can pair this dress with the Nantucket pendant mentioned above, as well as a pair of flats or heels to dress it up or down depending on the occasion and you’ll be ready to go for a summer night. 

7. Speaking of flats, these are one of my favorite pairs of shoes for the summer. They’re a best seller on Tuckernuck for a reason. They come in both cognac and white. They’re super easy to slip on and pair with a sundress or jeans. I find myself wearing these multiple times a week in the summer because they look and feel great. 

8. There’s something about a striped sweater on a cool summer night in Nantucket that just makes sense. This sweater is a transition piece and is playful, yet classic.  You can pair this sweater with white jeans, gold jewelry and you’re ready for a casual summer night. 

9. Whenever I go to take photos on the beach, I love to be comfortable. So, if you’re like me, you love athleisure. These leggings are super cute and the gray and lilac combination is perfect for the spring and summer. You can wear these for a run on Milestone or just walking around town, either way you’ll look and feel great in them!

10. Last but not least, my shelfie is a must for your home! It fits perfectly in any room, and you will always have a piece of Nantucket with you, even if you’re off island. Tuckernuck is featuring four of my shelfies so you can even get two or three for your home and place them together. They’re a great gift to give as well as they’re small enough that they can fit in any home! 

Like I said, it was so hard to narrow my choices down to only 10 of my favorites from Tuckernuck. There are so many more pieces that I love from Tuckernuck. Maybe I’ll do another blog post in the future, but for now I will leave you with these!