WHIP IT

I learned to sew the whip stitch in elementary school, using the sideways stitch to make a beloved brown wallet with hot pink stitches in arts and crafts class. I completely forgot about the wallet, the stitch and its magic until recently when I saw the casual stitch making a resurgence on a crop of beautiful shoes and handbags. Fresh and informal, the whip stitch is a beautiful Spring trend lending a handcrafted look to some of today's best luxury accessories. I'm infatuated with the Lanvin "Y" bag, so chic in sunny orange, but might have to settle for a new pair of gold Jack Roger's-the perfect warm weather accessory!  Are you a fan of the whip stitch?

Yves St. Laurent

Burberry

Lanvin

Jimmy Choo

Vanessa Bruno

Jack Rogers

Tory Burch

Burberry

Alexander McQueen

Burberry

Gucci

Michael Kors

Chloe

JACK POT!

Located dangerously close to my apartment, the oh so chic Jack Roger's, creator of the classic Navajo sandal, opened its first flagship store earlier this week on the Upper East Side. The Jack Roger's sandal was designed in the 1950's as a casual resort wear shoe. Hand-crafted with whimsical whip stitching, the Navajo sandal became an instant classic in 1961 when Jackie Onassis was photographed in Palm Beach wearing a pair of "Jacks." 

  The shoe became an instant summer staple for the preppy set and over the years has gained a cult-like status as the essential summer shoe.

 Creative Director Lauren Dupont wearing a jacket from the new line.

Opening night fete was filled with fans of the preppy line, many snatching the glam beaded clutches and chic long jackets which are part of a stylish new collection. The line has expanded over the past few years with the addition of stylish platforms, ballet flats and handbags.

While I will always be loyal to my Navajo's, my newest crush is the Marabelle platform.  With it's familiar Navajo "face" and 4" platform heel, the sandal is the perfect summer shoe.

Look for "Jack" in a town near you. Word is the brand will be opening stores in Bal Harbour, Nantucket, Palm Beach and the Hamptons.

photos-WWD, Curbed,

ULTMATE SUMMER SANDAL

Jack Roger's Navajo Sandal-All-American, chic and a summer classic. The Jack Roger's sandal was designed in the 1950's as a casual resort wear shoe. Hand-crafted with whimsical whip stitching, the Navajo sandal became an instant classic in 1961 when Jackie Onassis was photographed in Palm Beach wearing a pair of "Jacks."  The sandal became a classic resort wear accessory in Newport, Palm Beach and the Hamptons and has gained cult-like status as the essential summer shoe.

Personally, I'm addicted to these adorable little sandals.  They come in hundreds of color combinations, seem to go with everything in my summer wardrobe and are the most comfortable sandal ever!

Jacqueline shift

Now under the creative design helm of my friend Steven Stolman, the iconic Navajo sandal design can be found in fabulous platforms, ballet flats and even sweet little evening purses.  Steven had his own shops in Southampton and Palm Beach that sold stunning little cocktail dresses and capri pants-summer chic "must haves" for Hampton summers! I miss his shop but am delighted to see that he is using his considerable design talents to create a beautiful line of resort apparel. 

Steven also designed the stunning Firework sandal as a tribute to the Fireworks Benefit Gala that is held every July 4th weekend to benefit the Southampton Fresh Air Home Camp.  The SHFAH is a sleep away camp for kids with physical disabilities. There they get to experience all the fun of a summer camp experience; sailing, swimming, putting on plays, BBQ's and just acting like kids! Its a very special place and a charity I am proud to say I'm deeply involved with.  I plan to wear the heels out on my Fireworks sandals this summer! 

I love these Marbella espidrilles-no high heels sticking in the grass this summer!

Hampton's roundelle pouch takes your from dinner to dancing!

Say my name..or yours, on these monogrammed "Jacks"


all photos courtesy of Jack Rogers