Destination: Nantucket

The quintessential East Coast island is once again calling us back for summer. From windswept beaches to charming boutiques and waterfront dining, Nantucket is a masterclass in coastal living. Consider this your guide to exploring the island, and packing for it in style. 

Rocky Barnes on Effortless Santa Barbara Style

As a Southern California native and now Santa Barbara local, Rocky Barnes knows exactly what makes the city’s aesthetic so distinctly elegant. Along with describing her on-the-go bohemian style (accessories included), Rocky shares why slowly building a jewelry collection makes it more sentimental.

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Destination: Nantucket

The quintessential East Coast island is once again calling us back for summer. From windswept beaches to charming boutiques and waterfront dining, Nantucket is a masterclass in coastal living. Consider this your guide to exploring the island, and packing for it in style.

Daytime excursions

Nantucket’s white sand beaches are reason enough to visit. Spend the day exploring Jetties, Cisco, ‘Sconset and Dionis, collecting seashells and taking in the coastal scenery. For easy island-hopping bike to beat the car traffic, and pack sneakers like that of 3.1 Phillip Lim. Layer a linen button-up or lightweight sweater over your swimsuit to stay warm once the breeze sets in.

Given you’re always on the go, what are your go-to staple pieces for transitioning from day to night?

It’s always in the accessories for me. I like to throw a blazer over my look, add some bold jewels and of course add a heel.

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Daytime excursions

Nantucket’s white sand beaches are reason enough to visit. Spend the day exploring Jetties, Cisco, ‘Sconset and Dionis, collecting seashells and taking in the coastal scenery. For easy island-hopping bike to beat the car traffic, and pack sneakers like that of 3.1 Phillip Lim. Layer a linen button-up or lightweight sweater over your swimsuit to stay warm once the breeze sets in.

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Food favorites

Start the day at Cisco Brewers, known for craft beer, wine and live music, and for dinner, Straight Wharf is an undisputed favorite. Sport your favorite flowy midi or denim from Francesca Miranda and JOAEN. End the evening with a sunset walk along the ‘Sconset Bluff where centuries-old cottages and modern summer homes meet sweeping ocean views. 

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What does Santa Barbara style mean to you? 

After growing up in Manhattan Beach, and then spending time in San Diego for college, [I’ve noticed] Santa Barbara [style] to be more refined. It has a cooler temperature, so [there’s] lots of layering. It’s more Ralph Lauren, and gives a “coastal with a touch of hippie” vibe.

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Food favorites

Start the day at Cisco Brewers, known for craft beer, wine and live music, and for dinner, Straight Wharf is an undisputed favorite. Sport your favorite flowy midi or denim from Francesca Miranda and JOAEN. End the evening with a sunset walk along the ‘Sconset Bluff where centuries-old cottages and modern summer homes meet sweeping ocean views. 

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Historical gems

Spend a day exploring the island’s rich history at the Whaling Museum downtown, then continue on to the Artists Association of Nantucket to support contemporary local talent. Finish at the Hadwen House where seasonal exhibitions celebrate Nantucket’s heritage. Keep it relaxed and effortless in nautical-inspired stripes from With Nothing Underneath or Marina Moscone.

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How do you style jewelry in a way that feels true to you and pulls the whole look together?

Styling jewelry is extremely personal, and I always encourage my girlfriends to build it throughout the years and not to acquire an entire collection at once. Your jewelry should tell a story and adding the pieces one by one helps create a thoughtful, put together collection.

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Historical gems

Spend a day exploring the island’s rich history at the Whaling Museum downtown, then continue on to the Artists Association of Nantucket to support contemporary local talent. Finish at the Hadwen House where seasonal exhibitions celebrate Nantucket’s heritage. Keep it relaxed and effortless in nautical-inspired stripes from With Nothing Underneath or Marina Moscone.

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