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If you're looking for more ways to take it easy this summer, take some simple style cues from Danish model and twin Amalie Moosgaard. Her Instagram feed is a visual master class in polished, pared-down chic, anchored in neutrals (black, beige, and white) and clean-cut staples (faded Levi's denim shorts, also here, button-down shirts, classic ballerina flats). Her other wardrobe winners: cut-out black leather sandals by ATP, relaxed, oversize shirts like this, this and this, bone (not white!) straight-leg jeans by Tate, exactingly-cut t-shirts, year-round black trousers (also these on sale!) and billowy dresses by The Reformation, Mara Hoffman, Frankie Shop and En Saison. All of it is like a walk in the park!

One thing I can do to make life easier for you this summer? Give you my meticulously curated, hours-in-the-making edit of all the pieces you'll need to get through it in style, conveniently organized right here! In short, it's head-to-toe complete with easy, wear-with-no-joke-everything sandals and shoes (for under $100, no less!), right-now and ready-to-go sneakers, the most flattering and comfortable everyday-perfect jeans (above), the cutest (and not crazy expensive) bikinis, the hero dress (or two or three, below!), and other fun make-the-most-of-it essentials (like this and this). Check it all out here!

Now integral to 2020's new normal: the cropped blazer. This fresh wardrobe staple--distinctly different from the ample hip-grazing cuts we already own, with its boxy cut, double-breasted silhouette and truncated length--will update any outfit in a snap. And the best part is we can start wearing it this very minute, all the way through who knows when. The checked Nanushka, above, is on 60% off here! I also love these iterations from Acne Studios (on sale), Massimo Dutti, Club Monaco, and Zara.

$72, river island

The Hermes-orange print won me over here.

1. River Island print dress, $72, riverisland.com
2. Shashi hoops, $48, shopbop.com
3. Bauble Bar ring, $38, baublebar.com
4. Mango basket tote bag, $79, mango.com
5. Gucci sandals, $630, netaporter.com

Considering my twin sis and I are genetically identical, it's no wonder we love the same clothes. Still, that doesn't mean we wear them the exact same way. This recent photo shoot with Nuuly--think Rent The Runway but for the cutest everyday (and wallet-friendly) clothes!-- exhibits our individual style quirks and then some. See how we took one Nuuly piece (Celia B. above and English Factory, below) for double the looks--and, ultimately something for everyone. For more pics and styling tricks, check out the feature here!

My summer plans remain up in the air, but at least I can still fly off to holiday chicdom. My non-stop ticket comes via Lisbon-based sun-tinged, sandal-wearing Mafada Patricio. Her inspirational style is founded in simple, earth-toned silhouettes, accented with unique, retro-spirited accessories--all of which work exceptionally well for me here at home. Let's start with her signature flowy dresses and skirts: above by Gestuz, skirt below by Pinko, last pic La Double J, and also this on-sale stunner and this. Then there are her classic striped tunics by Kule (pictured) and feminine eyelet blouses by H&M and Place Nationale. It's all punctuated by large, roomy beach bags (Loewe, above), statement sandals by Arizona Love, above, Melissa jelly sandals, below (ringers for this season's Celine!), a print bucket hat and a sparkly Oseree swimsuit for good, fun measure. Take me away!

At least Net-A-Porter is still running like clockwork, having just launched its summer sale. There are loads of warm-weather wonders that normally would have been long gone by now, like Chufy's striking print dress, above, along with this white-blouse perfection by Jacquemus (now on its way to me!), these outfit-making By Far sandals, this Sirconstance tourmaline heart necklace (reminds me of Irene Neuwirth at a fraction of the cost), this floral Faithfull the Brand, this Solid & Striped denim mini dress, this vegan leather Nanushka blazer, and this alluring Anemone underwire-cup bikini. Scour the ginormous sale here!

With this summer having (most of) us staying close to home, perhaps it should come as no surprise that the season's go-to shoe is kick-back-and-relax comfortable. Birkenstocks, above, are still no-brainers (I love the fresh big buckle version), but now there are some more fashion-y iterations to choose from including this and this. Also in the mix: Teva-inspired sandals from Porte & Paire, Loeffler Randall, Steve Madden, Arizona Love and Asos (very Celine-ish). For super luxe, long-term comfort, Chanel (below) has a sandal to slip into (and does The Row, but it's pretty much sold out everywhere but here)--and yet so does Villa Rouge for under $100!

Being at home so much lately--read: looking at the same four+ walls--has deepened my gratitude for what's actually on my walls and around the house! My older sister Aimee Rentmeester, a photographer like my twin, took the above picture several years ago. It's imbued with joy and freedom, and it just makes me smile. Other treasures making home sweet home sweeter: this original line-drawing below from a London-based artist ($39!), this UO rattan and metal chair, this CB2 woven pendant light and linen napkins. If you're feeling extra DIY right now, like me, check out this cute fix-it kit!

Yesterday was my kids' last day of school but, frankly, it's felt like summer vacation since March 14, when they started distance learning from home. Which may be a weak excuse for losing track of date and time--and only thinking about Father's Day now! Oops! I wish I could celebrate or at the very least hug my father, who is in New York, but I have no plans to hop on a plane at this point. Thankfully, my hubby will be indulging in his favorite activity: surfing with my sons (my eldest pictured, above). And they will all enjoy these treats from Willy California (my go-to for guys!), Bose (beach-friendly!) and Sugarfina (I will enjoy this too!).