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Nantucket Travel Review

Hey everyone, today I’m finally sharing my Nantucket travel review from recent stay at the   White Elephant Hotel with Lilly Pulitzer and some fellow bloggers. We stayed at the gorgeous White Elephant hotel on Easton Street overlooking the bay and I must say it is one of the chicest hotels I’ve ever visited. Everything was so beautiful on the property that it almost didn’t even seem real. It was my first time visiting Nantucket, but believe me when I say that it will not be my last!

Scroll through this post for my top Nantucket recommendations and to see photos from our trip as well as our Lily Pulitzer outfit details.

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Wearing the Melody Maxi Dress and St. Bart’s Cork Clutch by Lilly Pulitzer.

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Where to Dine:

TOPPER’S – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the nation’s most acclaimed restaurants and a favorite foodie destination set alongside the waters of Nantucket Bay | We ate at Toppers on the last night of our stay and we the most beautiful sunset view while we enjoyed the most delicious dishes.

Brant Point Grill – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner harbor side dining | We ate here every morning for breakfast as well as couple of other meals. Great service, food and views! Be sure to order the lobster and and fish tacos!

 Galley Beach – located near town, beautiful sunsets, chic spot for cocktails with fire pits and a beautiful lounge area | If you love the feeling of your toes in the sand while enjoying a cocktail or glass of wine while watching the sun go down before dinner, this is the post for you! Plus it was absolutely delicious from the appetizers and salad to the entrees and dessert!

Chic Dinner spots in town – Nautilus, Proprietors & Prime

Wearing the Lana Skort Romper

Where to Lunch:

Something Natural | This was among my favorite lunch spots in Nantucket because I live for tasty sandwiches on homemade bread served with chips and freshly baked cookies! That is like my ideal lunch. Plus you get to eat on picnic tables outside!

Cru – Chic oyster bar located at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Where to Snack:

The Juice Bar | I would go to the Juice Bar every day if I could for their homemade waffles cones and unique ice cream flavors.

Where to get your drink on:

Slip 14 – Great spot for cocktails, dockside beers and fish tacos at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Gazebo – Great spot to grab a mudslide in the heart of the action at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Cisco Brewers – Brewery, Distillery and Winery all in one at a fun picnic setting with live music daily and food trucks

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Fun Activities:

Take a boat ride! We went on a boat ride on our very first day because it was the best way to see the entire island. We had so much fun listing to music while enjoying snacks, drinks and….yep, you guessed it, LOBSTER ROLLS!

Grab a bike and go cruise around town! We loved riding around town and looking at all of the beautiful homes and even made a stop at Steps Beach, which was absolutely gorgeous. Oh and you know we stopped for lunch, which was my favorite part! We stopped at Something Natural for sanwhiches and cookies and outside on picnic tables. It was so perfect that it was like a day out of storybook.

Where To Shop:

Lilly Pulitzer | We wore Lilly Pulitzer the whole trip and got so many compliments on our colorful outfits.

Skinny Dip

Southern Tide

Perch

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Outfit: Fiesta One Piece Swimsuit | Parker Vintage Cutoff Short | Heart Sunglasses | Cristina Gold Statement Earrings 

Extra Info:

o   Starting June 24 guests of any hotel on Nantucket can take The Wauwinet Lady to The Wauwinet for lunch, dinner or brunch. The 45 minute boat ride to the hotel is free when dining at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet. Pretty amazing experience because every other harbor cruise around town is at least $40 per person.

o   Family Amenities: Cribs, Strollers, Radio Flyer Wagons, Bottle Warmers, beach chairs/coolers/towels/beach chairs, pool toys, Elephant shaped chairs and more are all complimentary for families to enjoy at the White Elephant Village and White Elephant. We do not charge resort fees at any of our hotels and all of these family amenities are included in the rate.

o   White Elephant, Wauwinet, White Elephant Village all offer morning coffee and pastries, afternoon port and cheese, complimentary bicycles and more for zero resort fees. White Elephant and White Elephant Village have a gym, and the White Elephant Village has pool access all included in the rate.

o   Guests who book the White Elephant Village 3 Bedroom Residences or the White Elephant Downtown Luxury Lofts (we have 2) enjoy exclusive access to a BMW during their stay. No additional fees.

o   The Barton & Gray Hinckley is a luxurious way to enjoy a cruise on the harbor. Guests can arrange for a picnic from Brant Point Grill to take on the boat. Through the White Elephant’s partnership with the mariner club, guests of all Nantucket Island Resorts’ hotels can go out on these boats.

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Palm Print Maxi Dress

Hey everyone, I hope you’re all having a great start to your weekend. I’m sure you remember seeing this palm print maxi dress during my my last trip to Cabo, but today I’m finally share the full blog post on my look. The tropical-chic palm print is one of my favorite prints to rock during the summer especially when I’m surrounded by palm trees. I just can’t help myself! This palm print maxi dress is from the Show Me Your Mumu x Barbie collection so naturally I had to pair it with some white Barbie sunglasses! LOL

I wore this look to visit the Pueblo Bonito Rosé. Check out my full review on the Pueblo Bonito Cabo Resort here—> The Towers at Pacifica Cabo Recap Post

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Outfit: Palm Print Maxi Dress — wearing size small | Ankle Strap Heels (also available here) | White Cat Eye Sunglasses | Mini Ark Handbag

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Jewelry: Catalina Hinge Cuff, Paradise Large Link Bracelet, Medici Single Stone Hinge Bracelet & Catalina Small Hinge Cuff c/o Julie Vos  Diane Earrings c/o Kendra Scott (also available here)

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Outfit: Palm Print Maxi Dress — wearing sz small | Ankle Strap Heels (also available here) | White Cat Eye Sunglasses | Mini Ark Handbag

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Jewelry: Catalina Hinge Cuff, Paradise Large Link Bracelet, Medici Single Stone Hinge Bracelet & Catalina Small Hinge Cuff c/o Julie Vos  Diane Earrings c/o Kendra Scott (also available here)

Hair by: Courtney Graham | Photos by: Aperture Photos Co

Scarf Top + Twill Ankle Pants

Happy Friday everyone, as I mentioned earlier this week, I’m currently visiting Palm Beach and loving every minute of it despite the rain. In fact, I don’t even really mind the rain that much because it’s all the more reason to escape indoors and snack on pizza at Al Fresco Pizza until the storm passes. That’s actually exactly what we did after snapping  these photos of my outfit on Worth Avenue.

Speaking of my outfit, my ankle strap heels are currently 40% OFF and my scarf top is also included in the Ann Taylor Semi Annual Sale, which means it’s an EXTRA 50% OFF + an additional 10% DISCOUNT APPLIED AT CHECKOUT. What a steal right? I loved wearing this adorable summer outfit while strolling down Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. I felt like I fit right in with all the chic and colorful vibes.

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Outfit: Twill Drapey Ankle Pants, Ankle Strap Heels and Scarf Top (aka the scarf that I tied into a top) c/o Ann Taylor

I’m obsessed with these twill ankle pants and I also love these joggers, which are very similar to this style.

Free free to start referring to me as the scarf top queen because it’s my favorite thing to do with the oversized colorful scarves at Ann Taylor. See how I’ve turned two other Ann Taylor scarves into tops here—> Two Ways to Style Pants in the Summer & here—>  Summer Outfit Hacks with Ann Taylor

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Outfit: Twill Drapey Ankle Pants, Ankle Strap Heels and Scarf Top (aka the scarf that I tied into a top) c/o Ann Taylor

Photos by Aperture Photos

This post is in partnership with Ann Taylor, a brand I love. All opinions and selections here are my own. Thank you for supporting the affiliate posts who make this blog possible.

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My Top Purchases From The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018

Happy Friday everyone, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018 is finally open to the public! This sale is known for offering some of Nordstrom’s top pieces like the BlankNYC suede moto jacket, Vince Camuto Booties and the AG Ankle Legging Jeans from last year! Oh and we can’t forget the cozy Leith cardigan and and softest Barefoot Dreams Wrap!  I love the Anniversary Sale because Nordstrom isn’t just marking down items that didn’t sell over the summer, they’re selling brand new closet staples and on-trend items at unbeatable prices.  It’s the ultimate time to go crazy on pre-fall denim, booties, jackets, Zella leggings, sweaters, shoes, you name it! With that being said, I’ve rounded up my top purchases from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale to help you fully maximize your shopping experience.

Also, be sure to check out my first round of top picks from the sale here—>My Top 10 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018 Picks

My Top Purchases From The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018:

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Articles of Society High Waisted Jeans | wearing sz 26 | marked down to $44 — I also love these ankle jeans too!

Free People Saturday Morning Cardigan | wearing sz XS | marked down to $98 | goes back up to $148 after the sale ends on 8/5!

Calf Hair Slingback Flats | runs TTS | marked down to $64 | goes back up $99 after the sale ends on 8/5!

Small GG Marmont 2.0 Matelassé Leather Shoulder Bag | Similar Lace Cami — I love this black strappy cami! This cami with lace-up and ruffle details is included in the sale!

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Leith Rib Wrap Sweater | wearing sz XS | marked down to $29 | goes back up to $45 after the sale ends on 8/5!

Articles of Society High Waisted Jeans | wearing sz 26 | marked down to $44 — I also love these ankle jeans too!

Small GG Marmont 2.0 Matelassé Leather Shoulder Bag

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How To Shop The Sale:

SHOP ONLINE!

You don’t live near a Nordstrom? No problem! Neither do I! Fortunately, the best way to shop Anniversary Sale is online because it allows you easily navigate all of the sale items and categories. Plus why would you get dressed and leave the house when you can everything in your pajamas on the couch! LOL

Additionally, their online shipping and return policy is amazing because they offer both free shipping and returns. So you’ve got nothing to lose!

USE ME AS YOUR GUIDE!

I traveled to Houston before the sale went live to cardholders last week to scope out the sale early to round up all the best pieces and review the live from the dressing rooms in Nordstrom! You can check out all of my try-on sessions on my Instagram stories (@hauteofftherack) as well as my blog post updates and I am happy to answer any of your questions about sizing, quality as well as my overall opinion.

5 Categories I recommend investing in during the sale each year:

1) Zella leggings & Activewear

2) A few pairs of neutral colored booties

3) Designer denim

4) Cozy Fall Sweaters

5) Beauty Products

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