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,

Summer typically has me giving my jeans some much-deserved time off, but Lisbon-based is inspiring me to employ new atypical styles. Her current rotation spans from patchwork to pinstriped to studded to cuffed, all exuding warm-weather whimsy. I especially love her studded boyfriend jeans by  (immediately below) along with these striped jeans, and this . Also desirable: this cargoes. She wears them with these $60 studded ballet flats and these green . P.S. Find tons of amazing jeans on sale .

London-based Michelle Driscoll turned me on to my new summer jeans by . I love how distinctly different they are from the white jeans already in my closet, thanks to the whimsical patchwork and cropped hem. They'd look cute with boots and a blazer too, come next winter!

Crochet and fringe for the one-two punch!

For me, warmer weather usually comes with the challenge of finding the newest and cutest pair of white jeans. This season is proving trickier than usual as the current must-have silhouette is distinctly baggier and looser-fitting. I'm good with this new relaxed fit and its inherent ease and comfort--but I won't wear it unless it's 100% flattering! Thankfully, there are a few options that manage to tick the trend box and compliment my figure. They include these loose-but-not-too-loose pairs by , , , , and .

I snapped up this bejeweled blouse with major Miu Miu vibes--and sized up for a louche, oversized fit.

While my closet is far from organized, I do keep my jeans in meticulous order. They are categorized according to fit: high-waist, cropped, straight-leg, etc. But then there is a pair that is in a class all on its own, classified as my denim pants, because they look more like polished trousers than jeans and they deadlock with my tailored blazers (check out the pristine example by , above, and also ). Yes, they are a special breed and they need to spawn some more options for me pronto. I'm looking into these by , , , and .

This knit cardigan is currently doubling as my go-to spring jacket--and winning!

Exactly what I need for spring's denim on denim trend. 

nailed the coming season's unfussy fashion trend with the effortlessly chic ensemble, above. The overall look: streamlined and simple, but not boring-minimal. Right up my alley! The, with the hint of a crease down the front, are by far the best of Spring 2023 that I've seen so far. Get used to seeing them on me day in and out!