Good afternoon, Friday. I'm coming to you live from Montauk, NY- probably my favorite place on Earth. With everyone discovering the North Fork and rolling their eyes at the overly indulgent Hamptons, I can't help but be a diehard. I have always loved it out here- and with a past as storied as any great American novel (think everyone from the Rolling Stones to Lee Radziwill to De Kooning), this place is plenty quirky and not just a fancy playground for the rich and clueless(the Hamptons in general). I gotta say- this is my happy place. I have the super warm fuzzies and feel lucky to be here.
Coming here at this time of year is absolute magic- it's not full of star gazers or jerky types who rent Porsches for the weekends to impress the ladies. Montauk has always been a bit salty and that's why I love it, but there's a film festival in East Hampton this weekend (iconic windmill above), and I must admit- it's charming as all get out with the leaves changing and all of the beautiful shops showing their wares with a slight chill in the air. I would love to live here all year 'round- I can see a life of being social and having lots of dinner parties in the summer, and then using the colder months to brush up on neglected interests- like teaching myself to cook something French or painting again or writing a well spun tale or even mastering some sort of physically challenging situ like boxing or tennis (indoor of course). When nobody's around to bother you, there's simply more time for such pursuits, and that's that.
Oh and did I mention I'd have a little column for the East Hampton Star, just to keep things interesting? I LOVE gazing into their street level windows and thinking about a life as an eccentric- with a great little piece a week to match. Khan would accompany me to the office of course, and in my wildest dreams I'd be wearing Dries head to toe, this season. You know I'm obsessed with plaid and pajama inspired dressing. But let's get real.
Since I'm really only a weekend warrior here, as in this weekend only, here's some pieces I think are just perfect for a fall escape. It's a little bit preppy, a little bit edgy, and a bit rough hewn/outdoorsy but done my way - a bit of menswear for just the right amount of cool -and big bonus points for those who find pieces like the below at vintage stores- could totally and completely work for all of the below as they are such timeless pieces. I love the classic with a twist vibe happening out here, and as David and I retreat to our little cabin and cook dinner and drink (too much) wine, I allow myself to dream a little bit about life out here.
Check out my gallery below and come here for a visit if you can this Fall. It's kind of everything. Cause that's what's up this cozy Friday in Montauk. Yours, in fashion. XO
A BLUE BLAZER. (This one from Saint Laurent but would love a vintage piece or a more classic jacket like those at Brooks Brothers)
A TARTAN MEN'S SCARF. (Love this brand. Love this scarf. Delicious)
A NOVELTY TEE WITH A ROCK VIBE. (Just to keep it cool and not too collegiate)- Love Zoe Karssen - her tees are awesome.
A GREAT SKINNY JEAN. Love these from AE in dark denim (best jeans for the price hands down), and these in winter white from Mother.
THE ROUGH HEWN RIDING BOOT. These from Sorel are just awesome. I love them for a bit of rough and tumble. These I may need to buy right now.
CLASSIC AVIATORS. Love these from Tom Ford with the rose gold tint. Yes please.
A GREAT GOLD BRACELET. This one is Cartier. Ugh. Back to Earth? Go for this C. Wonder piece for a similar vibe at a way better price.
A PREPPY TOTE. From JW Hulme for Brooks Brothers. Good times. Too preppy? Try one that's more classic from Want Les Essentiels for a fresh take.
A VINTAGE MENS WATCH. I love this Rolex but you know...go to a flea market and pick up something cool. Use this as inspiration if you'd like. I dig the navy face.
