Happy Friday, ladies! June is moving, and moving fast. Almost at the halfway point, which is incredibly hard for me to believe. I’m headed to Charleston this weekend with an old, dear friend. And I’m really looking forward to it.
As for today, we’re up to our usual Friday business over here on the blog: an appearance from Oscar, a cocktail & salad, and a comfy casual outfit for the weekend. Plus, I thought I’d throw in the pair of sandals Jackie Kennedy loved, because, well I love Jackie Kennedy.
Oscar, Ollie, and I wish you a very wonderful weekend. Cheers!
The Summary
Today’s featured items are a button-down from J.Crew and slide sandals from Jack’s
Both items are modeled, and I pulled together 2 alternates
I’ve also got a super-simple cocktail and BLT salad on the menu
Finally, I pulled together 5 of my favorite sandals for Summer at the end of the post
The Sandals Jackie Kennedy Loved
1. Button-down
(J.Crew)
One of my favorite style uniforms for summer is a button-up popped over a pair of shorts. It’s simple, it’s easy and it’s polished. Honestly, I could live in oversized button-ups like this blue striped one from J.Crew.
I’ve also purchased several from Everlane and Banana Republic that I love just as much. Wear it with shorts come summer then transition to jeans and chinos in the fall. Who doesn’t love a hard-working wardrobe staple like the mighty button-up?
Button-down (J.Crew, sold out, similar here, here, and here) | Shorts (Ann Taylor) | Sandals (Jack Rogers)
If there is one quintessential pair of preppy summer sandals it has to be Jack Rogers. Years ago, this iconic shoe was made famous by Jackie Kennedy.
Legend has it that while vacationing in Italy in 1960, she fell in love with a whipstitched sandal with a rondelle detail. Upon her return to the states, she gave a pair to her cobbler in Palm Beach.
When her friends spied the sandal they wanted a pair too. and so the perennial preppy classic was born.
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2. Peach Iced Tea
Button-down (J.Crew, sold out, similar here, here, and here) | Shorts (Ann Taylor) | Sandals (Jack Rogers)
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3. BLT Salad
Button-down (J.Crew, sold out, similar here, here, and here) | Shorts (Ann Taylor) | Sandals (Jack Rogers)
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Alternative Stylings
Left Board: Perfect Vintage Flare Jean (Madewell) | Willow Espadrille Wedge Sandal (Eileen Fisher, Nordstrom) | Miranda Tote (J.McLaughlin) | Jackie Ohh II (Ray-Ban) | Right Board: Jean Short Overalls (Madewell, Nordstrom) | Pima Bateau-Neck Tank (Talbots) | Woven Jump Kick Sneakers (Keds, Talbots) | Gotham Leather Backpack (Coach, Nordstrom)
5 of My Favorite Summer Sandals
1.
Jacks Flat Sandal
(shop more Jack Rogers sandals)
2.
Arizona Birko-Flor Slide Sandal
(shop more Birkenstock sandals)
3.
Cognac Leather Alibi Sandals
(shop more Tuckernuck sandals)
4.
Taina Slide Sandal
5.
Indy Sandal
(shop more Dolce Vita sandals)
In Case You Missed It
Yesterday, Kelly put together a variety of wedding guest dresses for petites. Click the title or image below to read the article.
Petite Summer Wedding Guest
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Jacks are my favorite summer sandal- I have them in many colors and some that are at least 15 years old! Through the years they have gotten more expensive, but they pay for themselves because they last. I even wore them to my son’s outdoor wedding. I love that you used them in today’s post. I also love the button-down with shorts- a favorite casual look for me and by your wearing it I feel as if I am wearing the right things, even at over 60. Thanks, Beth, for showing those of us over 65 that we can and do remain stylish!
Jack Rogers is a perennial favorite! I can’t wait to trot them out and about once the temps get warm.
Thanks so much for being here! I so appreciate your sweet comment.
Dear Beth,
As a subscriber, look forward to your e-mails! I also enjoyed reading Marlene Kristoff’s Saturday musings,, which I miss. Hope that she’ll return to writing for you in the Fall.
thanks so much for subscribing! Marlene is still here. She writes a post every Saturday! Here’s last week’s post:
https://www.styleatacertainage.com/marlene-guest-post/al-fresco-dining-all-summer-long-2022/
I bought my first pair of Jack Rogers sandals last summer and love them! I got them in light tan color and might have to get them white this year. I need a new pair of white sandals anyway. Your outfit is casual and comfy looking. Have fun with your friend this weekend in Charleston.
I made myself and BLT salad a couple of weeks ago and was so good. The peach tea sounds good too. I am a big tea drinker.
Hi Oscar and Ollie.
thanks, Sherry! I plan to have all sorts of fun with my bestie of over 30 years. enjoy your weekend!
Hi, Beth…Hi, Oscar…and Ollie! Great post. Aren’t they all? Thanks to those featuring looks like today’s, am sailing through the, ahem, 70s, enjoying looks that make me feel like me! Thanks for leading the way with polished looks! Am a Jackie fan since a young girl, too. A long lifetime later, still sit up and take notice of her perennial style. Enjoy your friend! Hugs~
i am an eternal prepster by nature and will always love a button-up! have a great weekend!
Hi Oscar! The Peach tea looks so delicious! Fun to see you in casual mode, Beth … I like your sandals but I’m partial to Palm Beach brand of that Jackie style sandal. Just a personal preference.
Happy Weekend in Charleston!
you have to try this cocktail! it’s so refreshing and not too boozy. I will take your advice and lots of FUN in Charleston.
Have a great weekend!
Always a gracious post by you Beth, I feel like I’ve had a chat with a friend! Have a great time in Charleston.