Welcome to This Is Cute. We’re Jenna, Jayna, and Verena. We text all day about cute stuff so you don’t have to. If you're interested in seeing the previous and equally unhinged editions, they’re here. Today, Greece is the word. Because VVP is headed there in T-2 days. So, are we going to discuss every single islandy item of clothing and every last beachy-cute accessory she’ll be packing? You feta believe it.
Jayna Maleri: Who's ready to talk about my least favorite seasonnnnnnn??
Verena von Pfetten: ME ME ME!!! Summer is MY SEASON.
JM: I had a beanie on this morning. Happy as a god damn clam.
JG: She did. And a trench.
VVP: I'm done with layers! I'm ready to wear one single wisp of clothing and call it a day. And I have 4 DAYS until I leave for Greece.
JG: And we need to talk about what you’re BRINGING. Starting with the cute cute cute bag Jayna shared.
VVP: Which arrived and is so perfect.
JG: And which VVP can fill with all the souvies she'll be bringing back for us.
VvP: Obviously! Also, I can’t stop thinking about that gold Jonathan Simkhai oyster purse. I might have to pre-order it so that I have it for next summer.
JM: I was looking at the new Alex Mill stuff and they had some cute shorts, if that's your thing.
JG: I have a pair of corduroy track shorts from that Madewell free and easy collab (aww avail on Ebay!) that I wish I had in a bill trill more colors. So I'm all about a cordy pull-on.
JM: Awww, I love that you still love those.
VVP: I want corduroy track shorts!!
JM: Cute cord shorts, and cute Madewell cord shorts (but not the F&Es, sorry JG).
JG: I bought J.Crew boxers, and am excited to replicate the model’s whole outfit. I also am newly into these J.Crew tanks.
VVP: I ordered 3 of these Gap ones to try. And they are SO good. Like, I tried on the yellow one and walked out into the living room to get some water and Nick was like, what's that cute tank?!
JG: I have a q.
JM: So do I. About that tank and bra straps.
JG: YUP. SB.
VVP: Covered!! Here I’m wearing my fave ever Gap Body racerback bralette that I wear basically every day and that I think they discontinued but either of these would work. Also, I’ll probably wear the black one without a bra.
JM: Fully covered?? I don't buy it. And a VBS is my absolute LEAST FAVE.
JG: Worse than a Visible PED? Or a snug baja? And ya, I don’t either. Did you see that good tweet about Brie larson and her perfect bra?
JM: VBS is worse than a visible ped AND a snug baja and, like, global warming (KIDDING).
VVP: I also got this linen shirt in Sand. I’ll wear it as a beach shirt. I sized up but I think I want to go 2 sizes up for extra blousy beachiness, but otherwise great.
JG: So cute! You’re really falling into the Gap.
VVP: Fell in so hard.
JG: Okay what about dressies??? You need to bring some of those.
VVP: Ok DRESSES.
JG: YEP, please! I just bought this one that I think could be a good Greece option.
VVP: Well, Jayna knows I lost my mind over a Sir The Label dress [same dress, different color] that then sold out and then we tracked down at a department store in New Zealand, and then it sold out AGAIN before I could buy it and I was so sad. And then someone returned it and then I BOUGHT IT.
JG: Also this is a random cute find I sent to my mom to try and now I maybe want one. And speaking of linen, Jayna and I have been secret Frank & Eileening.
VVP: EXCUSE ME. I hate it when you secret.
JG: It was a LAST summer thing.
JM: LAST SUMMER. A different TIME. I had my whole life ahead of me!
JG: And I wore one and Jayna was like, WHAT IS THAT? And I was like… okay don't laugh, but… And she was like, FRANK & EILEEN? And I was like, omg YES.
JM: Hahahaha, verbatim.
VVP: Ugh, secreting AND SBing?! Just leave me here to die.
JG: FRANK & EILEEN & JENNA & JAYNA.
VVP: Do you have a second newsletter that I don’t know about called “THIS IS A SECRET NO VVPS ALLOWED”? Probably.
JM: NO VVPS ALLOWED. SB! You got one!
VVP: Thank you.
JG: Okay, but it is a good buy! They're a bit pricey, but a great great vacation pack. Cute as a coverup, cute dress, cute open over pants with said J.Crew tank.
VVP: So now that we're talking about this, I actually feel like maybe I’m a little short on breezy Greece dresses? Even though summer is MY SEASON. Attersee has some really cute ones that I wish I could splurge on, but I've been leaning into skirts for the trip. I really want this, which feels like it could cover a lot of bases.
JM: I think your skirt/bra top combo is so good and flattering in general. I feel like you have a few iterations.
VVP: I borrowed Jayna's La Double J, which I am going to wear with her cute Madewell sports bra. And then I have this vintage green silky skirt that I am also wearing with another one of Jayna's cute Madewell sports bras. Also, did you know this is the second year in a row I’ve borrowed Jayna’s sports bras and LDJ skirt for summer travel? Someday I will buy my own, I promise.
JM: Ugh, I'm bad at dresses. Unless they're giant floofs. Maybe I can swan around in that Black Crane this summer.
JG: I’m still thinking about the Deiji dress you listed in the Spring Picks edish, VVP.
VVP: SAME. A different one of their dresses is on SSENSE SALE. But I think the little flowers are what I love about it.
JG: Both are great. Ganni has some cutes too, like this and this (on sale on the Outnet)!.
JM: I like the kule tank dress. It's more flattering than I would've guessed.
VVP: Ooooh, I have that in just the tank that I got from you from our stoop sale! I am also packing approximately 100 bathing suits, including this one from Galamar that I just got.
JG: Oh I loooove my Galamaar suits.
VVP: Yeah they're REALLY good. Great cuts, just sturdy enough. You know what else is great that I forgot about? J.Crew string bikinis.
JG: Such a classic. Also, I’ve been thinking about trying a Lido bathing suit. They come in great colors.
VVP: Okay, but here's one packing conundrum I just ran into. I've been putting together my wardrobe like it's full resort, but I guess it's going to actually be, like, a wee bit chilly at night so I need some layers?!?!!
JM: OH LOOK WHO'S COME CRAWLING BACK TO SWEATERS.
VVP: I’m not happy about it!
JM: Yeah, you need a summer sweater or two. Do you have a good striped long sleeve? A mariniere or whatever?
JG: Hang on, I wanna know the shoe lineup.
VVP: So far it includes new Adidas slides (lol). And I ordered these, Because I like that they're not all leather? Like, chic up top but kinda sturdy pool-y on the bottom. I can't really handle delicate leather strappy sandals. I’m not that dainty!
JG: I also have a shoe confession.
JM: Those are a good option!
JG: Okay no one cares about my shoe confession, rude.
JM: YES I DO.
VVP: I’m waiting for it!
JM: No one cares about my marinara! But FINE. Freeze on the beach!
JG: I bought Crocs.
JM: OMFG.
VVP: LOL well... we sort of have crocs (me and Jayna).
JM: Oh god, VVP, I wanted those to stay between us.
JG: You two with your hypebeast gardening clogs. Who is secreting now?! Also, mine are Croc SANDIES. And I cannot wait to live in them.
JM: Let's see.
VVP: Show the sandies!
JG: RECOVERY SLIDES!
JM: I mean you'll make them cute, because you’re a cute Tinyfoot. But those are really something.
JG: I PLAN to.
VVP: I see the potential there. But, can we go back to striped shirts? I have one but I think it's a little too fitted.
JM: You need a men's.
VVP: I did have my sister grab me this sweater from the Tibi store because it was 50% off on an in-store secret sale and I feel like it’s going to be the perfect airplane and beach layer. This could also be cute.
JG: Try that! With some tailored shorts and maybe a little scarf?! And good sunnies!
VvP: Yup, I just got two pairs of these.
JG: You’ll be a little nautical Grecian princess.
VvP: Okay, gotta pack for real. Olive both of you.
JM: HAPPY SUMMER, BYEEEEEE
The Cute Catalogue
All the stuff we mentioned in one cute place.
Bags
J.Crew Cadiz Rope Tote
Jonathan Simkhai Oyster Clutch
Shorts
Alex Mill men’s corduroy shorts
J.Crew Boxers
Jungmaven corduroy shorts
Madewell men’s corduroy shorts
Reformation shorts
Tanks
J.Crew New Favorite Tank
Gap Rib Halter Tank Top
Bras
Alo Airlift Intrigue Bra
Uwila Warrior Ribbed Cotton Racerback Bralette
MWL Sweatshirt Bralette
Madewell Second Wave Ribbed Bikini Top
Skirts
Attersee Sarong Skirt
La Double J Big Skirt
Tops
Gap Linen Boyfriend Shirt
Zara Oversized Striped T-Shirt
St. James Mariniere
Tibi Origami Pullover
Dresses
Solid & Striped Delta Midi Dress
Sir The Label Asymmetrical Dress
M.Patmos Hester Dress
Frank & Eileen Maxi Shirtdress
Attersee Fluid Cape Dress
Attersee Sash Column Dress
Deiji Linen Double Cord Dress
Deiji White V-Neck Midi Dress
Black Crane V-Neck Dress
Kule Tank Dress
Bathing Suits
Galamaar Curve Brief in Reverie
Galamaar Simone Retro Top in Reverie
Galamaar Chemise One-Piece
J.Crew Hipster String Bottom
J.Crew String Bikini Top
Lido Undici Bikini Bottom
Lido Ventiquattro Swimsuit
Shoes
Adidas Adilette Slides in Quiet Crimson
Emme Parsons Bari Pool Slide in Beige Nappa
ALD Garden Mules
Crocs Mellow Recovery Slides
Sunglasses
Lexxola Oval Tortoise Sunglasses
Aire Whirlpool Sunglasses in Dark Tort and Vintage Tort
Misc.
Madewell Cotton Bandana
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