Travel: Summer in Newport

Posted By: KK on 08/3/11 4:07 PM | Categories: Travel

For what to wear on a summer holiday in Newport, Rhode Island, we went right to our source, W2WW Fashion Editor, Hilary Dick for her favorite haunts.

“Having grown up spending my summers in Newport Rhode Island, it is a place I look forward to visiting each year.  Every time I drive over the Pell Bridge with its spectacular views of the harbor combined with the smell of the crisp sea air I feel myself relaxing into vacation mode.  The resort has so many things to offer: beautiful beaches, amazing sailing,  fabulous mansions and museums, delicious restaurants serving local fare and a plethora of shops!

As a resort town the attire is casual chic, though every now and then I find myself in a long dress for a Black Tie event.  My go-to looks are bikini’s and GlamourpussNYC cover-ups by day and white J Brand Jeans and sexy tops by night . . . always with a heel!

GlamourpussNYC Cover Up by day . . .


Beach Poncho ($198)

Went shopping at Net-a-Porter for J Brand Jeans & Sexy Tops by Night


Left to Right: Elizabeth & James Layered Tank ($145), Jimmy Choo Patent-Leather Espadrille Mules ($395), J Brand 811 Twill Skinny Jeans ($175), Rebeca Taylor Leopard-Print Blouse ($275), KORS by Michael Kors Fringed Leather Sandals ($275)

Stunning Black Tie in Newport

Notte by Marchesa Embellished One-Shoulder Gown ($990)

One of my favorite places to eat is the Clarke Cooke House on Bannister’s Wharf, and as luck would have it . . . it is amidst many great Newport shops.

Boutique Mandarine, is one of the stores I always visit. This cute boutique sells beautiful,  unique clothing, jewelry and accessories. Designs come from all over the world . . . including name brands such as Poupette, Michele Jonas, Calypso and Rozae Nichols. For those of you who have been to St Barth’s you will recognize this sister store.


From there I might head to Pink Pineapple,  a specialty boutique, where you can find the latest hottest items as well as the preppy Newport classics. It also carries a woman’s luxury cashmere collection in beautiful colors of the same name.


Another fun store to visit is Chace N’Lulu which  carries the latest fashions and preppy wear in a very cute atmosphere.   And I just discovered, Jack Wills a hip, preppy clothing chain that just opened.   It calls itself “The Original University Outfitters,”  and though it appeals more to my daughters’ age I found some great, comfy basics, and there are only a handful of the stores in the U.S. so you won’t see yourself coming and going.

One of my favorite summer outings is to a newportFilm Screening.  Our great friend, Andrea Van Beuren, is the powerhouse behind this creative initiative she has assembled a dedicated mix of professionals who aim to keep the spirit of fresh, independent film alive and well in Newport.  To view the list of remaining films to be screened this summer, please go to http://www.newportfilm.com/films.

And for where to stay when in this bustling resort town, we recommend a cottage on the water at Castlehill Inn, a spectacular Relais and Chateau property surrounded by the sea.


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  1. Kathy Wallace on August 4, 2011 8:47 am

    Hillary Dick has given us a fabulous perspective on summer in Newport with great shopping and dining suggestions. . .for residents and visitors alike!

  2. Kionon on August 10, 2011 1:22 am

    Just remember, summer is a verb. You are summering in Newport.

    You need an outfit capable of sailing in. Trying to sail in what you have above is not going to be a safe or fun experience…

    …and don’t tell me you are going to skip the sailing. I would be sad.

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