Travel: Holiday in Nantucket

Posted By: KK on 08/17/11 2:43 AM | Categories: Travel

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August and Septemberare the perfect months for a visit to Nantucket. We went shopping to our old friends’ Shep and Ian’s Vineyard Vines to find a great selection of neutrals to wear on Nantucket, and many are on SALE! We love their fresh salt-air style and have always admired their great commitment to community and charity. The best way around the island is by bike! W2WW Fashion Editor Vanessa Diserio, and proprietor of Erica Wilson on Main Street, the trendy emporium for all your fav fashion on the island will take us on her guided tour!

Morning Biking to Sconset Beach

Left to Right: Vineyard Vines 3/4 Sleeve Veranda V-Neck (SALE $79.99), Vineyard Vines Classic Twill Shorts ($58), Vineyard Vines Hammock Weave Cardigan (SALE $115.99)

Afternoon Shopping on Main Street

Vineyard Vines Al Fresco Dress (SALE $119.99)

And if it really storms up on the Grey Lady, you can stay covered in this great trench or anorak.

Left to Right: Vineyard Vines Tortuga Trench also in navy & bisque (SALE $149.99), Vineyard Vines Travelers Way Anorak (SALE $139.99)

Ahoy matee, don’t forget your rope tote!

Vineyard Vines Rope Tote ($145)

Here are Vanessa Diserio’s picks on her favorite places to see. “Ah summer in Nantucket! Long stretches of beach, cool ocean breezes and sunshine abounding – but more often then not, the sun is obliterated by a thick fog resulting in the sound of a fog horn that rolls downharbor it is on those days tht one can truly enjoy all the island has to offer. Bike out to Sconset, it is worth the 7 mile stretch, and you will be rewarded by adorable rose coverd cottages and one of the best meals on the island at The Sconset Cafe. Feeling good about yourself you can now head back into town for a world-class shopping trip! First stop, of course, is Erica Wilson on Main Street famous for its beachy chic collections, Eres bathing suits, beautiful island medalilion necklaces, and needlepoint project to keep you busy on the beach.

Vanessa Diserio and her mother Erica Wilson keep the shop well stocked all summer long.

Vanessa recommends The Sconset Cafe

Then head on down to an oasis of style for your home at Trillium on Washington Street. On the way back, drop into the sweetest hidden-away monogram shop on Union Street – Brooke Boothe Design and be sure to make a quick stop at Murray’s Toggery Shop to pick up a pair of Nantucket Reds. Now that you are dressed to the nines, you can think about the evening plans. The Pearl is a landmark for delicious cuisine – Nantucket grown vegetables and freshly caught fish. Or head out to Madaket to Millies, order the fish tacos to go and sit out on the beach to watch the sunset. My favorite other favorite beaches include Cisco for surf and Steps Beach at low tide for the most amazing sand bar. And don’t miss the rich history with a visit to the Nantucket Historical Association’s sites, The Whatling Museum and The Oldest House.”