NAUTICAL CHIC-SUMMER STRIPES FROM ST. JAMES AND COACH

You can't get more classic than a touch of nautical stripe in your summer wardrobe. The French, of course, knew this ages ago! St. James, makers of the classic French seaside t-shirts known as the Breton Stripe, have collaborated with American classic Coach on a stylish transcontinental summer line. The iconic nautical blue and white t-shirt has been a popular celebrity summer staple (think Audrey Hepburn, Gweneth Paltrow) because it's the perfect companion to a pair of white jeans and summer sandals. The new line updates the French Naval stripe shirt with a collection of stylish totes, clutches and pretty summer frocks perfect for a day of sunning in St. Tropez or a walk on a Hamptons beach!

PIERRE LE TAN COLLECTION FOR COACH

Oui-la-la. Just in time for summer, Coach has launched a new beach themed collection featuring illustrations by artist Pierre Le-Tan. The three canvas totes have a decidedly French flair, with whimsical cabana inspired scenes and a sun washed color palette.  I'm smitten with the yellow and white beach umbrella tote-perfect for an afternoon of summer shopping.  The collection also includes sophisticated enamel bangles and headscarves, the perfect accessories for beach chic!