Now that summer is officially here, we can’t help but think what we’ll wear to the beach this weekend. Get tips from Saks Insiders Eric Jennings and Betty Wang on coastal chic, whether you’re headed to East Hampton or Malibu! Be sure to enter our contest with Luxury Link on Pinterest with win a trip to Mexico!
Betty Wang, Vice President, DMM, and Contemporary, for Saks.com
Beach Destination: Ditch Plains in Montauk
Favorite part of summer: “Low tide for running barefoot on the beach.”
In Betty’s Weekender…
Novelty Shorts, Current/Elliot: “I’ll wear these as a cover-up on the beach or as a casual look for a barbecue.”
Summer Sweater, Vince: “For staying warm during sunset and evening bonfires.”
Quirky, Oversize Sunglasses, Prada: “These work back to every color scheme in my wardrobe.”
Sparkly Flat Sandals, Giuseppe Zanotti: that work as well with jean shorts as they do with easy, summer dress.
Eric Jennings, VP Fashion Director: Menswear, Home, Food, & Gifts
Beach Destinations: Bodrum and Mykonos, both on the Aegean Sea.
Favorite part of summer: “The end of August beginning of September. It’s the calm before the storm of NY Fashion Week!”
In Eric’s travel bag…
Swimsuit, Orlebar + Brown: “From the beach to boardwalk — you can wear these all day long.” (Available in store only. Call 212.753.4000)
Suede Espadrilles by Saks Fifth Avenue Men’s Collection: “Day to evening these are the only shoes you need to pack.”
Sunglasses, Oliver Peoples Sheldrake: “Retro, but modern and the perfect shape for any face.”
What’re you taking to the beach? Pin your favorite items from Saks.com and Tweet @Saks with a link to your board!