Everlane x les anti-modernes* // summer essentials

summer dressing can be tricky – how do you stay cool while still looking stylish?

there are a few tried-and-true elements to summer in NYC for me: sleeveless as much as possible, easy silhouettes, and fabrics in cotton, linen, jersey, and silk. this season, i've teamed up with Everlane to bring you an exclusive preview of their new summer collection, launching tomorrow.

read on for my summer essentials!

1. the sleeveless poplin shirt // (wearing S) there's something about a shirt like this that always reminds me of Audrey in Roman Holiday. in the mood for denim-on-denim because why not, and i love the breezy, cropped silhouette. i'd describe the fabric as chambray with denim characteristics; lightweight but still holds its shape and drapes well.

chambray with denim characteristics.

everlane sleeveless shirt (c/o) // c/e jeans // skagen watch // ferragamo varas // petra magazine bag (c/o)

2. the denim shirtdress // (wearing XS) there's a very studio-off-duty vibe to this dress that i love. i wasn't really sure what to expect – for years i've liked the idea of a shirtdress but it never worked on me. this just might be the first one i like that isn't too short or too shirt-like. the length is right, the side hem doesn't go up too high, and the side pockets make the dress...a great little tomboy detail.

everlane denim shirtdress (c/o) // object & totem necklace // skagen watch // ferragamo varas // trio bag

3. the silk sleeveless blouse // (wearing S) honestly i think this is only way to wear silk in the summer. the collar keeps it refined for work (just throw on a thin cardigan or blazer for arctic offices), and you're just a statement necklace and button or two away from day to night. i like my silk blouses on the slouchier side, and the armholes on these in the S are nicely cut – airy, without being too low. fabric-wise these are a triple thumbs up; the silk is wonderfully luxe (unlike other inexpensive silks that are too thin, crease easily or feel like polyester).

everlane silk sleeveless blouse (c/o) // c/e jeans // vintage belt // birkenstocks // chan luu bracelets // skagen watch // trio bag

4. the ryan tank // (wearing XS) i bought these in every color, wore them all through my Japan trip as a foundation layer, and will be wearing them all summer with everything. because many readers have emailed with questions on the fit / transparency of the jersey, i'm wearing it here with a black bra. as you can see, it's slouchy and lightweight without being sheer.

everlane ryan tank // vintage linen skirt // skagen watch // tkees sandals

i hope this post is helpful for those of you who are considering these pieces! are you getting anything from the new collection? what are your summer essentials?

{Part of a collaboration with Everlane.}