June marks a shift — college ends, luggage begin to fill, and the primary true stretch of summer time begins. There’s a well-recognized mixture of anticipation and chaos within the air: tying up unfastened ends at house, getting organized for journey, and navigating the overlap between work and downtime. We’re leaning into all of it, prepping for a long-awaited journey whereas wrapping up some significant behind-the-scenes work.
What We’re Doing
- Faculty is out, and we’re heading into our first journey of the season: a summer time journey to Greece. We’ll be away for just a little over three weeks, staying on three islands — Paros, Mykonos, and Spetses — with a villa on every, ending the journey at Amanzoe, a vacation spot we’ve each been desirous to expertise for years.
- Earlier than we go away, there’s so much in movement. We’re finalizing the final items of the brand new JB web site — one thing that’s been quietly in progress for months and is lastly coming collectively in a manner that feels good.
- Thomas and I are additionally investing in a brand new firm that we consider has actual objective and potential. On the identical time, we’re starting to develop a few early-stage tech initiatives — one to assist how I work day-to-day, and one that may evolve into one thing we share extra broadly down the street.
- I haven’t watched a lot TV this 12 months (I’m often studying and in mattress early), however I just lately began Sirens on Netflix and it’s surprisingly good. Mild and just a little offbeat — simply sufficient to maintain me watching with out pulling me too far in.
- The opposite factor filling my days: packing. A lot packing. Just a few items already in my suitcase:
This tassel terry set (prime)
This tassel terry set (shorts)
This turquoise bikini
These Dinosaur Design bracelets
Pucci favorites:
Halter prime
Mini skirt
One piece
Emporio Sirenuse items:
High
Trousers - For the women, I’ve packed:
Blue & white floral one piece
Crochet trim white pants
Smocked rainbow costume
Candy blue costume
Turquoise one piece - I’m internet hosting jewellery designer Arielle Ratner in Charleston this week, which took place whereas engaged on a customized piece collectively — my first from her assortment. Her work is considerate, sculptural, however nonetheless wearable for the on a regular basis.
- I’ve ordered Sakara to simplify meals throughout this stretch earlier than we journey. It all the time seems like a quiet luxurious to have it within the fridge — particularly on packed days. Use my code JULIABSAKARA for 20% off.
What I’m Sporting
- I’ve been sporting this SET exercise set on repeat. I’ve been very according to my exercises — 5 to 6 instances per week, and at this level, I have to order one other set as a result of I’m washing and rewearing it continuously:
SET prime
SET bottoms - I’m bringing my blue and white Valentino tote to Greece — it’ll be my carry-all bag all summer time. I additionally love this comparable Sezane model that’s beneath $200.
- Just a few different items I’ve been reaching for recently:
White tie-front prime that I plan on styling with simple linen pants this summer time
These Le Monde Beryl wedge mules that I’ve worn just lately right here: 5.30 and 5.29
Sun shades that I get requested about on a regular basis.
Attersee shirt — I looked for the precise ivory button-down for months and this one is actually good
What I’m Shopping for
What I’m Eyeing
