If you’ve been following along here on a-listed for even a short amount of time, you know that I garner much of my outfit inspiration from fashion week street style or runway ensembles. Then, I search tirelessly for a well-crafted yet budget-friendly piece inspired by the original. For example, I became absolutely obsessed with the pajama party that designers like Dolce & Gabbana and For Restless Sleepers got started, so I went on a relentless hunt until the glorious day that Zara’s perfect recreation fell into my lap.
Similarly, I fell in love with the vibrantly embroidered dresses and tops by Vita Kin that took over my Instagram feed last summer. There’s something about them that just begs to be enjoyed with a margarita in hand and your toes in the sand. Slowly but surely, more emerging designers like Do Do Bar and Mabu by Maria BK are joining the island-inspired trend, and now the look has begun to pop up at more realistic price points—like this Free People embroidered jacket. I styled it here with cropped denim and a simple white t-shirt, but can’t wait to toss it on poolside and let the good vibes keep on flowing.
Free People jacket, 7 for All Mankind jeans, Stuart Weitzman wedges (similar), Gap t-shirt (highly recommend, btw!), Dita sunglasses
