Summer is arriving as we speak, and mentally I am on a beach in Portofino, linen pants flowing in the wind, and citrus drink in hand. If you’re staying local (myself included-in this economy?), I believe we can manifest a Mediterranean summer – or wherever your heart desires – with the perfect coastal aesthetic.

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1. Living in Linen
As mentioned above, linen is here. Linen is alive and I will be living in my tan linen pants all summer over bikini bottoms to the pool, beach, or just lounging at home. I may even wear them to work and no one can stop me. In my opinion, linen is crucial to the coastal aesthetic.
2. Stylish but Practical Beach Day Tote
Nothing can ruin a beach day more than stumbling through hot sand while carrying towels and supplies. Using a large but comfortable-to-carry tote is crucial to making your beach day smoother. Below are some of the top rated selections that will hold all your essentials while still looking cute.
—> Simply Modern Waterproof Beach Bag
3. Post-Beach Dinner Date Fragrance
When it comes to embodying a Mediterranean summer vacation, you truly can’t get more spot on than with a Dolce and Gabbana fragrance. It’s refreshing, light, and instantly takes you to a summer evening in Italy. I personally have been wearing Light Blue almost every day this spring in anticipation for the summer months.
—> Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, Eau de Toilette
My fiance bought the Pour Homme version after smelling mine, and it’s one of my favorite colognes I think I’ve ever smelled:

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