Here’s What You’ll Need To Dress Like A Coastal Grandmother This Summer
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The birth of fashion trends we wouldn’t have expected is always intriguing to watch unfold — and the latest fashion trend we’re absolutely loving is the Coastal Grandmother look. What is that, you ask?
Breezy, laidback, and beautiful, the Coastal Grandmother trend encourages women to embrace their inner Martha’s Vineyard-dwelling, classy, crisp, dignified grandmother that loves throwing together fresh salads, getting lost in a good book, sipping on white wine with dinner, or walking along the shore each morning. She’s a minimalist in her approach to fashion, gets plenty of sleep, and drinks endless amounts of tea — she is what we all hope to be one day.
An effortlessly airy, clean, and easygoing trend, there’s nothing more perfect to embrace just in time for summer — and the best part? You can dress like a Coastal Grandmother without actually being a grandmother or living on the coast. Below, find 7 wardrobe essentials for every woman aspiring to be a Coastal Grandmother.
A striped boatneck top.
Stripes will never not make you look crisp and clean, and a boatneck is the perfect way to add a little dose of refined beachy-ness, the aim of every Coastal Grandmother.
A pair of slip-on sandals.
A Coastal Grandmother’s life embraces all that’s simple, chic, and easy, like slip-on shoes — who’s got time for laces when there’s life to be lived?
A wide-brimmed hat.
Few things say, “Mentally and emotionally, I’m lounging on the beach with a book in my hands” like a lovely wide-brimmed hat, perfect for keeping you cool and collected.
A white linen button-down.
Linen button-downs are the epitome of ease, freshness, and minimalism — three important ingredients for a Coastal Grandmother — and offer a lightweight, summery layer for cooler days.
A pair of sunnies.
Stay friends with the summer sun instead of letting it get on your nerves; the Coastal Grandmother is always prepared for sunnier days with a pair of sunglasses, making her the picture of elegance.
A chunky white cardigan.
There will undoubtedly be those chillier days — but instead of digging out an old sweatshirt to warm up, drape a soft white knit cardigan over your shoulders (bonus points if you hold a warm mug of tea and stare dreamily out the window while doing so!).
A pair of light denim jeans.
The neutral, light color palette of a Coastal Grandmother makes for the perfect opportunity to don some light wash jeans. And of course, like with any grandmother alive, the higher the waist, the better.