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Summer, American Style
July is upon us, and what city better embodies patriotic preppiness than Boston? Prepare for your Fourth of July jaunt now - you don't want to be caught empty-handed, or decked out in your usual pink and green - it is red, white and blue all the way. We've got the best picks for that weekend away, from house gifts to swimsuits to the perfect dress. You've been invited to your boss's house on the Cape, or maybe the Vineyard. What to bring? Something grown-up for sure. Pop into Flour Bakery + Cafe in the South End before you depart for a box of their delectable mini fruit tartlettes. Another classic choice is a set of tall iced tea glasses with a shell motif at Beacon's Hill home decor mainstay, Flat of the Hill. OK, enough with them, now onto you. Throw your stuff into an adorable tote. We love the one with stars and stripes available at In the Pink on Newbury. They have a cute selection of preppy flip flops too. Throw in a casual T-shirt from the new Johnny Cupcakes boutique. Johnny, a young twenty-something hipster from Hull, originally designed these for his band. They are tres L.A. Other than a tube of lip gloss, all you need in the way of beauty products is Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizer SPF 15. They sell a 2.5 ounce bottle that is perfect for packing. We know you'll feel naked without jangley jewelry. The triple starfish necklace from Koko in the Prudential is a chic steal. They sell earrings too, but resist the urge to be matchy-matchy. Obviously you'll need a swimsuit. Petit Bateau is a master of the nautical theme, and you can outfit yourself and your little ones in one stop. The tiny polka dotted one-piece with ruffle is a darling choice for a little sweetheart; the matching bikini top is sophisticated enough for yourself. And forget the frou frou sari-esque cover-ups. This is New England. Pull on a pair of Petit Bateau's drawstring knit shorts instead. Finally, always travel with a dress. Reiss, a brand new boutique on Newbury, has a versatile choice called the Kiwi. You could throw it on for a shopping stroll, a cocktail party, or romantic dinner overlooking the ocean. - Marni Elyse Katz Directory: |
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