On and off court...

 

A big reason why I love tennis so much, is the accoutrements.  Tennis clothing and accessories are so fun!

Julie Vos racquet stud earrings

Veronica Beard raffia hat

Ame & Lulu cotton sweatshirt

On 'Roger' court sneakers

Kule tennis tote

Summer ready...

 

It is here! The thing we wait all year for... Summer!

Tennis outside, afternoons spent by the pool with a book, cotton dresses, all things I am looking forward to.  Summer is broken into three chapters for me, Memorial Day, July 4th, and my birthday.

A few things on my list for chapter 1.    

First up, Summer reads.  My photos are filled with screenshots of book recommendations.  A Hundred Summers and the new CBK tome are at the top of my weekend list. 

Next, Little Island.  I am a bad New Yorker, and I have yet to go!  The man-made park off West 14th Street hosts concerts and events all season long.  First up a performance by legendary Twyla Tharp. 

Summer of Seafood.  Fun fact, I love a food that requires a special tool, especially a mallet.  I've been looking forward to a Maryland Crab Boil for months.   

With all this time outside, inevitably I will need some after-sun care.  My beloved Clinique after-sun has seemingly been discontinued.  The new Dior Solar looks worth a try.

The season of the breezy dress.  I know, black for Summer seems crazy - but I love it.  This dress from Dissh has been on my list for a while now - the page has been open on my laptop for weeks!   They also have a pretty white dress with bows! 

Swoon...

 Some things need no explanation.  Such a good bag.  

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