the best of the best beach reads

The Matchmaker by Elin Hilderbrand //  The Bungalow by Sarah Jio 

The Hurricane Sisters by Dorothea Benton Frank //  Wedding Night by Sopie Kinsella 

Where'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple //  The Accidental Bestseller by Wendy Wax

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty  //  Nantucket Sisters by Nancy Thayer   

THE BEST OF THE BEST IN SUMMER BEACH READS!

Here are a few of my favorite Beach Reads from last summer. 
There are so many of you hitting the beach or traveling right now, 
that I thought I'd share with you a few of my faves. 
I admit, I'm an Audible.com addict right now… there is no other way I can squeeze 
in as many reads as I'd like to without listening to my novels on Audible.  
At the stage my kids are at right now, 
there is just no time for me to sit for more than 5 minutes at a time.  
Thank-goodness for Audible.com! I can listen to these great reads while 
cleaning, driving, or even while at the pool or beach 
without taking my eyes off my little ones.  

I always need my Charleston or Nantucket fix.  
Every summer I look forward to reading the new novels of my favorite two authors 
that set the plots of their novels in two of my favorite locations. 
Dorothea Benton Frank always writes about the magical South Carolina Lowcountry, 
and Elin Hilderbrand's novels are always set on the lovely and charming 
New England island of Nantucket. 

Make room in your beach bag for these fantastic novels and enjoy!

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for beach bags, beach bag supplies, beach blankets, 
beach jewelry & accessories!

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Baja Fest at Modern Palm

* SUMMER VIBES *

a little baja fest goin' on at ModernPalm.com with the new 

south.of.the.boarder blankets! 

Use as a picnic or beach blanket, use as a decor throw for the sofa or bed… 

yoga? I mean… oh the possibilities!

*BOHO STYLE*

the Cantina Aztec scarf + Tribal Boho Pouch are

back in stock and ready to add some boho spice to any outfit!

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Wanderlust…

love this definition of Wanderlust…

a strong desire or urge to travel & explore the world!

I always have a case of serious wanderlust.

this photo was taken on the Outer Banks of North Carolina

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Pencil Set:: a day at the beach

  Pencil Set:: a day at the beach

such a fun gift idea for those that are obsessed with the beach! 

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Gift Guide:: for the Tropical Obsessed

Holiday Gift Guide for the

 Tropical Obsessed

with 

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*Jack & Lulu notecards :: make the perfect gift:: Everyone loves them and you can personalize with the different gold embossed symbols. 

{Starfish, Crab, Palm Tree, Lobster, Pineapple, Bee, Tennis Racquets}

*Porcelain Fruit :: excellent for the gal who loves home accents or loves to decorate. These modern & white fruits will sure help in adding a little fun in the decor during the winter months. 

*Coral Canvas decor pillow :: this is one of my favorite pillows ever.  This classic yet modern canvas pillow can fit with some many different decor styles. Plus, it is neutral enough to work in many different rooms.

*Pineapple Cheese board  ::this is perfect for entertaining with cheese + crackers, or you can display any other appetizer you'd like. It is even perfect for a summer BBQ.

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What's in my Beach Bag?

What's in my beach bag? Well, being the mom of 4 darling kiddos, I go to the beach very prepared with snacks and drinks galore, and a serious amount of beach toys to entertain... but as for myself?  In addition to scads of magazines, here are my beach bags musts::

 J.Crew Panama Hat because my face has had enough sun damage thanks to some serious sun worshipping in the 80's + 90's // Fouta Beach Towel is such a soft + 
perfect towel // Anthropologie Ava Tortie Shades these are fun + 
perfect with a hat // Bobby Brown Beach Oil has the best scent + is great for skin after the beach // Protein Bar because I try to always be prepared with one // 
Chevron Marie Clutch to protect my phone, money, and chap stick, etc. // 

Facial Wet Wipes to clean off sand and sweat // Santorini Beach Tote this bag is the perfect size with lots of pockets // a Beach Read by one of my favorite 

authors Elin Hilderbrand  // Kalani Sandles by Roxy // Swim Cover Up // 

Coola Mango Organic Sunscreen this stuff smells amazing and works great! 

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Nantucket Style at Modern Palm

1. santorini striped totes // 2. X's & O's ikat pillow // 3. the whistle bag 

4. crew bubble necklace // 5. jack & lulu notecards // 6. galleon + odyssey cosmetic bags 

7. chevron ikat pillow // 8. cheese tasting kit // 9. galleon clutch  // 10. pelican canvas pillow 

11. caprice platter // 12. crew bubble necklace  // 13. gray solid twine // 14. stripey straws

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Nantucket Style with Lynn Morgan Design

What is my obsession with Nantucket? 

Not quite sure why I'm loving that lovely place so much lately...

Nantucket has so many great aspects... there is the historical and colonial downtown, 

but there is also a fun and hip vibe, the calm and quite relaxing feel, beautiful beaches, 

plus the beautiful gray and white beach homes.

There is a distinct Nantucket style, which says quite a bit for a small little island 

30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod.

In my opinion, this home is pure perfection... and who is to be given credit for this perfection?

Lynn Morgan Design.

I'm dying over that fantastic table in the hallway. It is so natural, beachy, and imperfect.

 I have become a fan of Lynn's designs and appreciate how natural, clean and crisp this home is, 

but with a touch of whimsy and color. 

 images via  Lynn Morgan Design

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Nantucket + Cape Cod

Um... it has almost been a month since I've posted on my lil ol blog here. 

Life kinda took over and I tried to soak up as much of summer as I could with my kiddos. 

Luckily, I was able to sneak a 2 day get away to Cape Cod & Nantucket. 

I felt it was way too quick. It was a tease. Like, here is a perfect place with amazing beaches, 

gorgeous beach homes, delicious restaurants, and a possibility of some serious relaxation...

here is what you could enjoy, aaannnddd bam! Now-go-home.

Don't get me wrong. I enjoyed my nibble of the perfect vacation. 

I thoroughly enjoyed every second of it. I'm 100% grateful for it...

I just can't wait for more.  

If some of you think I'm being a little dramatic, you're right, I am. 

I adore Nantucket and can't wait to get back there. 

Here are a few photos of my trip...

love the old Colonial town with cobblestone + brick streets

Siasconset Beach

here is just a taste of the amazing Nantucket homes.

I was ooohing and ahhhing all-the-day-long.

Sesachacha Pond

and what is a trip to Nantucket without a lovely book from Elin Hilderbrand?

Elin is Nantucket resident who is author to many lovely beach books that take place in Nantucket.

My adoration for Nantucket is definitely fueled by her books. 

Seriously. I've read all of them.  My favorites are Silver Girl and Island.

Loved this restaurant CRU located right on the harbor of Nantucket.

How fittingly stylish is the decor!? Love the stripped pillows that are belted to the back cushions.

 Nantucket Harbor

harbor in Hyannis, Massachusettes (Cape Cod). Loved this Bluewater grille!

view of the Kennedy compound from the beach.

we could not go in the ocean because there were sharks in the area, due to the many seals.

We did see many of the seals though, and it was fun to see them out eating and playing in the ocean.