The Summer Outfits Bringing Me Joy Right Now

Summer is officially here, and without question, it's my favorite season. Living in New York City, where it feels cold for much of the year, I treasure every moment I get to spend in summer clothes. There's something about the bright colors, light fabrics, and sense of optimism that comes with dressing for warm weather that never fails to make me happy.

Even when fall arrives, I find myself holding on to summer for as long as possible, pairing colorful jewelry with boots and blazers, and finding ways to weave those cheerful pieces into my wardrobe year-round. Summer fashion simply brings me joy, and these are the pieces I'm loving most right now.

One of my favorite recent finds is a yellow Chanel jacket from the early 2000s that I scored on The RealReal. It's from the Karl Lagerfeld era and feels like such a treasure. I honestly couldn't believe my luck when I found it. To balance the jacket's polish, I paired it with the perfect Courreges denim miniskirt that I discovered while traveling through Paris with my daughter. The wash is exactly what I always look for in vintage-inspired denim: easy, effortless, and timeless. Who knew Courreges did denim so well?

While this wasn't originally the shoe I planned to wear with the outfit, I couldn't resist trying on our new Larroudé by Nicolò B. platform sandals when I got to the office. The color is the most delicious shade of tangerine, and the height is almost unbelievable (6-inch heel! On a 2.4. platform!) It's one of those shoes that looks impossible until you put it on. Larroudé engineered it to perfection, and I still can't get over how comfortable it is despite being one of the tallest platforms I've ever worn.

Speaking of summer uniforms, nothing feels more luxurious to me than an all-white outfit. The shirt is from Callas Milano and is currently on sale! The fit, the fabric, the construction, everything about this shirt is impeccable. I paired it with satin Toteme pants that feel like the chicest pajama pants imaginable and finished the look with ivory Larroudé Gaia sandals at exactly the right heel height. It's effortless but polished, which is always the goal.

For the past few years, I've been manifesting a trip to Greece, and I'm hoping this is finally the summer it happens. When I came across a Greece T-shirt from MadeSome Sportswear, it immediately spoke to me. I love the typography and the playful, vintage feel. I styled it with High Sport pants and Larroudé sandals. High Sport has become a true obsession of mine. I know the founder personally, and I continue to be amazed by what she's built. The quality is extraordinary, the fit is incredibly flattering, and they're the perfect travel pants. They pack beautifully, never lose their shape, and somehow manage to look polished from morning meetings to late dinners. I've become quite the collector.

And then there's Pucci, arguably the ultimate summer brand. What I love most about Pucci is the nostalgia. I was wearing a Pucci mini skirt when I first met Ricardo more than twenty years ago, and I still own it today. This new dress is from the brand's latest collection instantly reminded me why I've always loved Pucci. The print, the color, the energy, it captures everything I love about summer dressing. It's one of those pieces I can imagine keeping forever and, hopefully, passing down to my daughter. I wore it recently with the brown satin Nicolò Beretta platforms and received compliments all night long. That shoe continues to amaze me. It's incredibly high, yet unbelievably comfortable, a combination I never thought possible.

I've also been shopping my own closet lately, which is something I always encourage people to do. One of the pieces I've brought back into rotation is my vintage Fendi Baguette. I've had it for well over twenty years, probably closer to twenty-seven, and seeing the brand relaunch the style recently inspired me to take mine out again. It still feels just as relevant and special today as it did when I first bought it.

Another piece that's become part of my daily routine is our Larroudé mini tote. It has become my go-to little bag. I carry just the essentials: my phone, wallet, and water bottle, and it somehow makes even a workout outfit feel chic. I love it with white dresses, activewear, and all the casual summer looks I live in during the warmer months.

And of course, I couldn't write about summer fashion without mentioning Ciao Lucia. It remains one of my favorite warm-weather brands. The crochet dress I'm wearing is exactly the kind of piece I want to live in all season long. In the photo, I'm with founder Lucy, one of the chicest women I know. Her effortless approach to dressing is something I've always admired. I paired the dress with sandals from our Larroudé collaboration, which perfectly capture the spirit of summer: easy, joyful, and endlessly wearable.

At the end of the day, that's what summer fashion is all about for me. It's colorful, nostalgic, optimistic, and fun. These are the pieces currently making me smile every time I get dressed, and honestly, that's the best measure of a great wardrobe.