not your mamma's coastal 🦞
Also inside: Boy Smells candles on super sale, a handmade take on a Birkin from a small biz, and more!
Hi friends! So sorry I’m a day late – we are on our way back from Maine right now, which was SUCH a delight. I hadn’t been since I was really little, and safe to say I get what all the hype is about now!!! If you need any recs, please feel free to send me a note – or lmk if you all want a whole ATSC dedicated to Portland lol (because I could do it!).
Along those lines (and given our nautical surroundings), I thought a bunch about how the coastal vibes that went viral last summer can be adapted (and tweaked) for this summer and beyond. For me, I think I just want to find a more grown-up (and maybe a little glam/mob wife-y) version of that. Which is what inspired this week’s
collage, entitled ‘not your mother’s coastal’ :)
Some stand-outs:
The STUNNING embellished black mini dress from ASOS ($72 – on sale)
Technically not specific to coastal vibes… but I did wear a ton of Glossier on this trip and they’re doing their big sale! So, I threw some Lidstars ($12 – on sale) and Balm Dot Coms ($13 – on sale) in there.
Aaaaand I forgot to include this gorge claw clip in a swimming pool tile pattern ($20 – on sale) – sorry!!!
Now onto more fun stuff :)
B.N.W.T.
1. The Bistro Tile x Haden Four-Slice Toaster from Anthropologie, $128
I am a fan of the Bistro Tile collection at Anthro, and I fear I need this toaster biblically.
2. Boy Smells LES Candle from Martie, $29
If you don’t know Martie yet, I literally cannot recommend it enough (it’s kinda like 260 Sample Sale, but there’s also a ton of snacks and other products). And right now, they have a ton of Boy Smells stuff, including my favorite candle of theirs :)
3. Lioness Dreamlike Tee from Revolve, $65
Been a sucker for an oversized polo since 2016 tbh!!
4. Yesemia Silk Top from Few Moda, $69
Guys, I have been really considering re-subscribing to Few Moda for pieces like this… does anyone have any thoughts/reviews?
5. Hair Clip Charm Holder from Little Words, $12
I got an ad for the new Farmer’s Market collection at Little Words, and I really like it??? I think this clip, where you can add a charm (as well as any charms you may already have) is fun!
Get Thrifty
1. Abrand Jeans Venice Denim Shorts from Nuuly @ Urban Outfitters, All Sizes, $30
NEED this wash.
2. Rio Striped Hem Sweatshirt from Nuuly @ Free People, All Sizes, $20
Ok, I have been really enjoying a funky hoodie/crewneck these days.
3. The Wild Collective Knicks Graphic Hoodie from Nuuly @ Free People, Size XS, $40
I am a native New Yorker, but somehow it took until this year for me to go absolutely buck wild on thrifting all the Knicks stuff I can lol.
4. These Days One-Piece from Nuuly @ Free People, All Sizes but S, $20
Oh, hello, Donna Sheridan!!
5. Denim Midi Dress from Zara Resale, Size S, $30
A classic dilemma in 2025: I’m scared this is giving tradwife, but I enjoy it?? And that scares me more??
Shop Small 4 Ever
1. Saigon Birkin Handwoven Recycled Plastic Bag from Inner Child Home, $60
Wanted to include since we were all so fascinated by the Boatkin!!
2. Potsticker Bracelet from Delicacies Jewelry, $90
Finally, a bracelet for something I care very deeply about lol (they also have several other delicacies if potstickers aren’t your speed).
3. Snake 'Little Dragon' Ring from Wolf & Badger, $27 (on sale)
Ok, clearly feeling the kitsch jewelry this week, but why is this snake so cute?
4. Macarina Triple Strap Mary Jane Sandals from Wolf & Badger, $33 (on sale)
I really want silver flats that aren’t super shiny, this might actually be perfect… will keep y’all posted.
5. Turquoise Rectangular Pendant from Maresia Jewelry, $40
I know statement necklaces are pretty much all the way back – this is one I can def get behind!
More Fun Stuff
Some Substack reads I enjoyed recently:
this really smart + thorough take entitled “I Regret to Inform You That Tariffs Are (Still) Coming for Your Closet” from
of“do you collect or do you consume?” from the very wise
of
I’m embarrassed to say that I just learned that recycled polyester is actually bad!!! (And not just bad to the touch lol sorry)
Guys… I think I might need to do a whole newsletter focused on the bra-free trend, love her!
Am I crazy, or is Baggu more popular than ever? I feel like I’ve seen it in every single store this summer. (Inspired by the fact that I saw it enough to finally buy this mini one lol.)
The most clicked links in the last ATSC were:
This fabulous + very important post from databutmakeitfashion!!
The bedazzled lighter ($85) ((tell me why all I light these days are candles and I still really, really want this…))
the CLED jewelry page (and SAME!)
That’s all for now – we’re not actually traveling next weekend for the holiday, so I should hopefully be on time 🤞 see you then xo