Summer is all about effortless style, and no one knows this better than Kate Bartlett a New York-based style expert with a packed travel schedule. With plans to explore Europe in June and unwind in the Hamptons during July Bartlett is turning to Marshalls for her summer wardrobe essentials. The retailer offers a curated selection of designer and premium brands that cater to her on-the-go lifestyle and love for versatile pieces.
Bartlett’s summer style is a blend of chic and comfortable with a focus on pieces that can transition from day to night. Her approach to seasonal shopping is all about finding high-quality items at unbeatable prices making Marshalls her go-to destination for summer fashion.
Versatility in Every Piece
One of Bartlett’s summer staples is the scarf. She explains, “I’m a big scarf girl. They’re also one of my favorite things to pack when I know I’m going to be on a long (or unpredictable) trip. There are a million ways you can wear them: as a top, around your head, or on a bag.”
Her blue printed scarf from Marshalls is a perfect example of her creative styling. Bartlett transformed it into a halter-neck top pairing it with designer shorts for a look that’s both casual and chic. “I love how versatile this look is,” she says. “The silhouette of these designer shorts means they can work for so many different occasions.”
To complete the outfit, Bartlett added chunky banglesblack leather sandals a blue suede clutch bag and tortoise shell sunglasses. ” “This is definitely an outfit I would pack for vacation — it’s the perfect Euro summer look.”
Bartlett envisions this outfit transitioning from a beach club lunch to a night-out look with a simple change of accessories. “I would wear this to lunch at a beach club and then turn it into a night-out look by switching out the shorts for a sparkly skirt,” she adds.
Embracing Color and Comfort
For more casual moments such as lounging poolside or exploring a city, Bartlett opts for thin, flowy materials and a neutral palette. “My style tends to stay in line with classic silhouettes and styles, but during the summer, I like to amp up the color,” she explains. “It can be a bit intimidating for me to try out new shades in my wardrobe, but I’m having fun figuring it out!”
Bartlett’s approach to style is personal and adaptable focusing on pieces that can shift with her day. She looks for items that feel relevant for more than one season, mixing aspirational items with practical ones in a way that’s authentic to her.
Marshalls makes this balance easy, offering great pieces for less all season long. Whether she’s lounging beachside in the Mediterranean or cafe hopping in Paris Bartlett can find high-quality pieces that rise to the occasion.
As Bartlett continues to explore new destinations and styles, her summer wardrobe from Marshalls proves that affordable fashion can be both chic and versatile. With a focus on comfort and personal style, she sets an example for effortless summer dressing.
