Some of my most lively, fun, and blissfully happy memories are from summers spent in New York City in my early 20s, from rooftop cocktails and picnics in the park to bike rides in Brooklyn. Even though I'm now an L.A. transplant, just the thought of summers in the city still arouses all the senses. I can still almost feel that sweltering heat on my skin and the drips of water falling on my head from AC units providing a weirdly welcoming ounce of relief from the humidity. I also (for some reas...

Right next to picnics on the beach, bike rides along the water, patio brunches, and rooftop cocktails is another must-do summertime activity: attend (or host) a backyard BBQ. And with the warm weather (and all of its impending festivities) basically here, we can almost guarantee an outdoor grill session is on the horizon.Now, when it comes to figuring out what to wear to a summer BBQ, the options are, quite frankly, endless. But to make getting dressed for your next outdoor party quick and hass...

We are living in unique times, and while summers past might have brought with them the yearn to travel and the excitement of planned vacations, this year things are a little more uncertain. Some of us won't have tickets booked to tropical locations or plans for basking in the sunshine on a Mediterranean island, however, there's no reason we can't still make the most of our resort wardrobes.From bucket hats to basket bags and bikinis to maxi dresses, many of the items we consider hero piece...

With the ebb and flow of the trend cycle comes an accumulation of items that increase or decrease in popularity each season. Of course, though, you should always wear whatever you love, regardless of what's deemed as trendy by some. That said, if you are looking for a bit of summer shopping inspiration, we thought we'd share some of the items we're currently loving and also putting aside for now. Oh, and we wanted to focus on accessories specifically. Hey, those special add-ons can really tak...