Summer is in full swing and my go to uniform has been refined and worn on repeat. Highlighting my “most worns” , seasonal highlights, and what I am carrying into the fall and next Spring Summer 2026.
Off Duty Essentials
Basically my everyday uniforms. These two outfits are worn at least once a week. The dark navy Kallmeyer pants are a new addition and will definitely be in heavy rotation for seasons to come. More of my Off Duty Formulas here.

Carry On Packing Guide
A few mini vacations have popped up and my packing method has been more important than ever. Sometimes I’m tempted to just leave the bag packed. Definitely recommend that for toiletries. My quick carry on packing guide here.
Also excited about some of these new pieces — stripes that don’t feel obvious and a mix of soft green, creamy creams, and brown.

Go To Sandals
Last summer I was indecisive on similar pair to below. This season they were still on my mind so I got these from A Emery. I’ve been wearing them non stop. The suede is soft and flat to make for an easy ankle wrap.

The Only Color I’m Wearing this Season
Lemon yellow or as the internet calls it butter yellow. I don’t imagine I will wear this shade next summer but it makes me happy every time I throw it on right now.

The Perfect Pieces
I throw one of these white tees one 3-4x a week. I breakdown all the details and alternatives here.
Tanks have been heavy in rotation. I have been wearing all four I posted about but these three are my go-tos. This Toteme tank I will be wearing under jackets in the fall and for summers to come.
Reader Feedback: everyone wants to know more about the cuts. The Lou Lou and the Toteme are both cut high under and around the arm.

How I’m Wearing Black

Obviously from above (and this post) black is my color of choice and I’m always looking to update how I’m wearing it. Still leaning on the Toteme gathered top and Attersee pants but also now incorporating this Jenni Kayne top (seamed at the waist to cinch in and be paired perfectly with the Matteau foldover pant), and not so proud of these amazon red The Row knocks off flip flops. But here we are.
Happy Summer
xo
ali
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Oh man, now I'm in love with an $800 pair of shorts. Thanks so much, ha!