I'll be honest — I've been meaning to write this post for weeks. These pieces have been on repeat for me since basically the start of summer, and somehow I kept putting this off. No more. August is here, Labor Day is around the corner, and there are still plenty of beach days, deck dinners, and low-key happy hours left before the season winds down. So here are the things I'm actually using, reaching for, and packing up every single time I leave the house.
The Cooler of the Summer
I brought the Fieldbar Drinks Cooler Box into the store back in the spring, and you all immediately gravitated toward it. It's been one of those things where customers walk in, see it, and just get it. The design is so good. And yes, I've seen people gifting these for weddings and I love that — it's exactly the kind of thing you don't realize you need until you have it.
After using it on repeat for the last two months, I can confidently say: it's the lightest cooler I've ever carried, and it fits more than you think. We're talking three full bottles of wine easily. I've brought it to the beach, to parties, out on the boat. It goes everywhere.
And if you want to add a little personality? The Fieldbar Drinks Cooler Box Swing Sling ($39) is such a fun addition. It clips right onto the box and makes the whole thing feel more like yours. I'm obsessed with how easy it is to customize the look — it's a small detail that makes a big difference.
The Tote That Goes Everywhere
The Giulia Glossy Tote Bag has become my everything bag this summer. I packed it for a beach day back in June and I genuinely don't think I've unpacked it since. It fits everything — towel, sunscreen, a book, snacks, a change of clothes — and when it gets sandy or wet or covered in sunscreen, you just wipe it clean. Done. No drama.
I've also used it on travel days and for errands when I just need one bag that can hold everything without being fussy about it. Run-out-the-door vibes are very real with this one. Once you start using it, you won't stop — that I can promise.
The Hoodie for New England Summers
It's summer. But it's New England summer, which means cooler evenings are always part of the equation. There is always a moment around 7pm on the deck when everyone reaches for a layer, and I want that layer to be good. The Hand Embellished THE CAPE Hoodie has become my go-to for exactly that moment.
I throw it on after a beach day, pack it for evening outdoor dinners, and honestly just love wearing it around. The hand embellishment makes it feel special without trying too hard. It's cozy and cheerful and very Cape Cod — which is exactly the energy I'm going for right now.
Easy Entertaining, Done
These last two are a combination I keep coming back to because they make casual summer entertaining so simple. The Blush Crush Cocktail Napkin Roll ($24) is biodegradable, which I love, and the blush color with the white border is just pretty. And the Happy Hour Frosted Cups ($30 for a set of 10) are dishwasher safe but still feel fun and festive — they don't look like throwaway cups, which is the whole point.
I usually throw both of them right into the Fieldbar cooler and call it a day. You show up somewhere with that cooler, the napkins, and these cups and it instantly looks like you have your act together. It's the perfect mix of practical and pulled together, and honestly, that's my goal for every single entertaining moment this time of year.
These are the pieces I'm reaching for on repeat right now. Labor Day is coming fast, and there's still time to make the most of what's left of summer. Go get outside, pour something cold, and enjoy every last bit of it. 🌊