Weekend reading...

 The weather in the Northeast is all over the place, 80s one day, rainy and cold the next.   This weekend looks like more of the same.  A few things to keep me occupied while navigating temperatures.

The Lowell Hotel teamed up with Dior Maison for Lily of the Valley Afternoon Tea.   The flower was a favorite of the late designer, the gorgeous china patterns are reason enough to book a reservation.  

While watching Be My Guest with Ina Garten, I began googling her gorgeous East Hampton home (and simultaneously cleaning my own kitchen).  Oprah Daily spoke to the Barefoot Contessa about her kitchen, what's in the pantry, and everything in-between.  Architect Frank Greenwald has additional images as well.  

As if The Hamptons needed to be more ridiculous. 

What does Serena Williams think of the new Challengers film? I loved it!

Fingers crossed we are approaching outdoor dining season, here is a list to work off of.  

image via Pinterest

Raffia season...

 My favorite season, raffia season!

from top: YSL shoulder bag, YSL bucket bag, DeMellier box bag,  Rebecca Minkoff convertible bag, Khaite medium shoulder bag,  Anya Hindmarch essentials bag.  

Summer sandals...

 My sandal wardrobe needs a refresh.  I don't think I bought any last year, and now it is time to fill in some holes.

At the tippy top of my list are these from Ancient Greek Sandals.  They will go with everything! And, also come in black.  

For the third year, these are still on my list.   My favorite Jenni Kayne's have seen better days, and these might be their replacement.  I like the thicker sole for traipsing around NYC.  

For weekends strolling from the tennis court to the pool.  

The wild card.  Not a sandal, but... perfect paired with white cotton dresses and tennis whites.   

May moodboard...

 My latest saves on instagram make a pretty grid.  

from top left: @sarapes_styling, @fredericmagazine, @maisondecinq, 

second: @katiedavisdesign, @johannebrostroem, @bennisonny, 

third: @aerin, @leeannthorntoninteriors, @jenniferbeekhunter,

fourth: @palmerweiss, @Josephine_fisher_interiors, @emesegormley,

bottom: @Katiedavisdesign, @julie.richard.shelter, @alicecrawleyinteriors

Wheels up...

 Packing up all of my favorites for some much needed sun.

image from the super chic Bon Dep

Weekend reading...

 The benefits of floating!

More reason to get a good walk in everyday.

A girl can dream!  My eye is on the Chanel camera bag.

Getting in the carry-on mindset.  

image via House Beautiful

Love all...

 I love all things Minnow.  Their selection, branding, imagery, all of it pulls me in hook, line and sinker!  The latest thing I'm obsessing over... their tennis bag!    Available in a Liberty-esque floral and a cabana stripe, such a cute addition to one's Summer tennis whites.

Ed note: they are deigned for junior racquets.  Dear Minnow, please make for adults!