Standout Summer Styles

Now that you’ve stashed away your chunky knit sweater and L.L.Bean boots for the year, it’s time to break out some classic wardrobe staples (think lightweight chinos or polos) to pair with trending must-haves, without compromising your style. Pulling from the rustic charm painted throughout the state and reflected in the bright, retro ambiance of the NASWA Resort in Laconia, summer fashion can be filled with a light-hearted air and a side of fun, functional flair. Here’s proof.

Story & styling by Chloe Barcelou | Photography by Morgan Karanasios | Models: Margret Kovalcin & Mike Gross | Hair & Makeup: Julia Brocard

Tiki Time

ON HIM: Hang out in organic cotton drawstring Essential Short in birch ($98) with Pique Rose Floral Print Polo ($108), both by Faherty from Inside Out. The jungle print silk bomber jacket ($78) and Eagle decal chain necklace ($44), both from Cotillion Bureau, complete the look.

ON HER: Tropical silk slinky floral dress by Carmen Valvo ($135) and printed silk scarf ($28), both from Cotillion Bureau, layered with beaded and embroidered jean jacket by Ania ($139) from Adornments & Creative Clothing, paired with cotton Melon sunhat by Kooringal ($34), gold dangle earrings ($95) and stone wrap bracelet ($175) both by Chan Luu, all from Inside Out.

Lake House Chic

ON HIM: Madras Plaid button-down shirt by Orvis ($34) from Cotillion Bureau, layered over faded flag tee by True Grit ($60) from Inside Out, and Bayberry Swim Trunk in Red Waves made from recycled plastic bottles by Fair Harbor ($78) from SAULT.

ON HER: Pink tie-dye bikini top ($28), yellow crochet top with fringe ($32), patchwork pixie skirt ($68), all from Rise. Round out the outfit with the crochet sunflower bag handmade locally by Gina Aquilla ($32) also from Rise, and the Madras fringe coat ($68) and woven belt ($38), both from Cotillion Bureau. Daisy Tote by Cott N’ Curls ($48) from Adornments & Creative Clothing.

Drinks

ON HIM: Buoys T-shirt made in the U.S. ($30) from SAULT. Acid wash jeans from Storm Rider by Lee ($48) and Hard Rock Café Boston embroidered jean jacket ($64), both from Cotillion Bureau. Bondi sneakers by Hoka ($164) from Bootleggers Footwear Center.

ON HER: Color-blocked bikini top with wrap tie ($68) and bikini bottom ($64), both from Sweetkama, floral pattern fanny pack by Hadley Wren ($24), baby blue woven Turkish towel ($24), and wooden sunglasses ($24), all from Rise, make for a night out on the docks. A coral 603 baseball cap by the Belted Cow ($28) from Inside Out, yellow bangle ($32) and round chunky earrings ($24), both from Cotillion Bureau, all steal the show. Arizona surf teal plastic Birkenstock Sandal ($49) from Bootleggers.

Out Exploring

ON HIM: Start off strong with the green floral Bayberry swim trunks made of recycled plastic bottles by Fair Harbor ($78) paired with Seagull T-shirt ($34), and Live Free or Die baseball cap by Harding Lane ($38), all from SAULT. We can’t forget the leather flip flops by Olukai ($130) from Inside Out.

ON HER: The tropical jersey dropwaist dress in navy by Coline ($44) from Adornments & Creative Clothing, layered with Aztec pattern blanket jacket ($68) and striped bucket bag ($28), both from Rise, with Jester Lumbar fanny pack by North Face ($24) and color-blocked sneakers by Taos ($149), both from Bootleggers, are all ideal for exploring. The beaded navy chevron dangle earrings ($24) from Cotillion Bureau and Lake Winnipesaukee silver necklace ($40) from Lake Effect bring added personality to the look.

Retro Barbie

ON HIM: Hand-dyed coral cut-off shorts by Brooks Brothers ($118) from SAULT with coral Henly by Faherty ($148) and pink Lake Winnipesaukee baseball cap, ($25) from Lake Effect.

ON HER: Sweet Envie Maxi Slip dress by Lost + Wander ($98) from The Ivy Edit, with fuchsia linen jacket ($85) and SPF 50 sun hat ($38), both by Lulu-B from Lake Effect. Channel your inner Barbie with a daisy-printed silk scarf ($24) and white drip necklace ($18), coral bangle ($16) and Daisy pendant ($24), all from Cotillion Bureau. The Bogg Bucket Bag in Coral ($89) and pink patent Gizeh Birkenstock ($99), both from Bootleggers, and orange chevron Turkish towel ($24) from Rise are perfect extra “Barbiecore” details.

Daisy Chain

ON HIM: Athletic Straight Jean sustainably made by Candiani Denim ($229) from SAULT, with banana stripe button down by Lawns ($64) and leather rustic cowboy boot ($74), both from Cotillion Bureau.

ON HER: The Hiliary Green Gingham bikini top by For Love & Lemons ($78), Retro Daisy Berkley Bells Jeans ($158), Mila Watermelon Wedge by Free People ($148), all from The Ivy Edit, are reminiscent of a retro movie set. Add the crochet daisy pink halter top handmade locally by Gina Aquilla $56) and yellow daisy cardigan by Doe & Rae ($54), both from Rise, and the vintage beaded purse ($48), assorted bangles, green swirl earrings ($24) and sunglasses, all from Cotillion Bureau, and you’ve got yourself a complete summer lovin’ look.

Pleasantville

ON HIM: Scandinavian hippie shirt from Mack II by Arrow ($135) from Cotillion Bureau. Pair the Island life chino pant in flint ($168) and Inlet Knit blazer in grey mélange ($198), both by Faherty, and the Kakaha brown leather loafer by Olukai ($130) from Inside Out to tie it all together.

ON HER: The locally made snappy turtle terrycloth pullover ($64) from Cotillion Bureau, paired with SPF seersucker pink skort by Lulu-B ($79) from Lake Effect, and funky patterned scarf ($20) from Rise with kitten sneakers by Bobs ($49) from Bootleggers make for the perfect lakeside outfit.

Gone Fishing

ON HIM: Rock N’ Stream vintage ‘70s wide-collar ($98) from Cotillion Bureau, layered with Basin Green rain parka by Patagonia ($229) and twill Easy Short in green by SKU ($108), both from SAULT. Green plastic Birkenstock Arizona sandal ($49) from Bootleggers.

ON HER: Printed funky bathing suit by Laundry ($130) from Rise, layered under upcycled vintage Sari silk wrap by Cofur ($165), geometric leather fanny pack ($48), beaded necklaces and silver, turquoise pendant necklace with layered bangle bracelets, all from Cotillion Bureau add a dose of sophistication. Eclipse Teva sandals ($74) from Bootleggers.

Mid-Century Modern Comfort

ON HIM: Corduroy East Short by SKU ($120) handwoven multicolored striped button-down by Original Madras Trading Co. ($148), both from SAULT, Olukai leather flip flops in toffee ($100), and handcrafted leather rope bracelet by Steel & Barnet ($60), both from Inside Out.

ON HER: Joni striped swim top in chevron stripe ($50) with cheeky bikini bottom ($46), both by Dippin Daisys from The Ivy Edit. Fuzzy white cloud soft shorts ($68) and zipped cropped sweater ($128) by UGG, with sheepskin covered Kipe’a Heau Tapa flip-flops by Olukai ($100), NH state trucker hat ($30) and Alelike leather rustic tan cross body bag by Bed Stu, ($185), all from Inside Out, are comfortable yet chic. Mother of Pearl leaf earrings ($14) from Cotillion Bureau and wooden sunglasses ($24) from Rise finish the mid-century modern look.

Trophy Husband

ON HIM: Trophy husband T-shirt in navy by Retro Brand ($39) paired with the Bungalow swim trunk made from recycled plastic in Blue Grotto by Fair Harbor ($78), and Harding Lane Pine Tree baseball cap ($38), all from SAULT, are ideal to layer under the soft teal flannel button-down by Faherty ($178), from Inside Out. Don’t forget blue Hopara sneakers by Hoka ($134), from Bootleggers.

ON HER: Leopard silk skirt in turquoise by Coline ($39) and patchwork blue kitten heel from L’ Artiste by Spring Step ($129), and teal lace and fringe scarf ($14), all from Adornments & Creative Clothing. Put the patchwork silk handkerchief Cassandra top from Love & Lemons ($139) by The Ivy Edit together with the teal linen jacket by Lulu-B, ($88) from Lake Effect for a fun twist. Top the ensemble off with a felted white cowboy hat ($42) from Rise.

A special thanks to NASWA Resort for the location of all the photos in this story, along with the shops that provided clothing and accessories that made our summer fashion feature happen.

Cotillion Bureau

65 Bow St., Portsmouth / 603-319-6680 / cotillionbureau.com

Inside Out

46 Market St., Portsmouth / 603-294-9913 / insideoutportsmouth.com

SAULT New England

10 Market Square, Portsmouth / 603-766-9434 / saultne.com

The Ivy Edit

43 S. Main St. Suite 2, Hanover / 603-277-9147 / theivyedit.com

BootLegger’s Footwear Center

314 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith / 603-279-7463 / bootleggersfootwear.com

Lake Effect

51 Main St. Unit 2, Meredith / 603-937-4294 / nhlakeeffect.com

Adornments & Creative Clothing

Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith / 603-279-4349 / adornmentsnh.com

Rise

71 Main St., Meredith / 603-677-7048 / Facebook