This drawstring, loose-fitting, drawstring, wide-leg jean is summer perfection.

1. J.Crew cardigan, $228,

2. Citizens of Humanity jeans,

3. Yankees hat, $21,

4. Jennifer Zeuner jewelry,

5. Marni market bag,

6. Jimmy Choo pearl-studded sandals,

This dress yields Gucci-glam for a great deal less!

Designed for day-to-night partying!

This cardigan is so cute on its own that I wear nothing underneath it. (Size up for a louche, laid-back fit.)

Exactly like the chic custom-made sandals I scored in Santorini years ago and wore into the ground!

A mighty mini for major summer days.

Crochet and fringe for the one-two punch!

It's always fun to randomly run into an old friend, but even more so when the run-in turns into a right-there-and-then shopping spree. Such was the case this past weekend when I encountered a friend picnicking on the beach, who had stylishly toted everything in the above and below striped market bags. Given their chicness, I assumed they were , but learned that she had procured them from , for a mere $44 a pop (the last pictured is $26!). I'm inclined to use them not only for the beach but beyond!

There's no better combo than sequins and stripes, in my book.

Everyone will think they're Valentino and that's ok!