The Natural State
W’s market editor is heading home to Arkansas’ Ozarks for a weekend by the lake. Here, her suitcase essentials.
For a true Southern weekend, carry a classic, monogrammed tote bag.
L.L. Bean monogramed boat and tote bag, $38, llbean.com.
This Turkish-inspired towel doubles as a sarong out.
Serena & Lily Fouta Beach Towel, $48, serenaandlily.com.
A modern take on the fishing hat is easy to pack and will help protect from the elements.
Barneys Olona Sunhat, $135, barneys.com.
At the lake, a pair of madras shorts practically qualifies as formal.
Sleepy Jones Jasper tailored boxers, $40, at sleepyjones.com.
A sweet, feminine white blouse that looks great with jean shorts is at the top of my list.
NilI Lotan Shrunken Rebecca Top-Eyelet, $198, at nililotan.com.
A sporty striped bikini looks at home anywhere.
Solid and Striped Miranda top, $80, and bottom, $80, at solidandstriped.com.
This checked dress has an outdoorsy, cabin-friendly feel.
Etoile Isabel Marant Vanessa checked cotton dress, $585, at netaporter.com.
Paired with a simple t-shirt, these medium-wash overalls are just right for a fun summer day.
Current/ Elliott The Garrison Overall stretch-denim dress, $290, at netaporter.com.
This retro sweater will be much needed on a windy boat ride.
Chloé Intarsia cotton-blend sweater, $1,250, at netaporter.com.
Espadrilles are a chic, practical alternative to sandals—and they remind me of Jane Birkin.
Tabitha Simmons Dolly striped silk espadrilles, $395, at netaporter.com.
