The Bride Wears McCartney

Edited by Jessica Lapidos

HUGE congrats to Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell McCartney for tying the knot today!!! In a private affair with just friends and family including Ringo (duh) and Barbara Walters (Nancy’s second cousin who allegedly set them up years ago in the Hamptons), they wed at the same civil union office in London that Paul and Linda – his beloved first wife -got hitched in decades ago. Nancy wore, most fittingly, Stella McCartney – a just-above-the-knee long sleeve buttoned bright white dress. Perfect for a modest wedding of two happily ever after individuals. It’s real love, and we couldn’t be happier for them. 

The Real Housewives Get Down to Business in the Hamptons

Edited by Lester Brathwaite

For some — though not for many *ahem* — the Hamptons is the go-to vacation spot outside of the city, a respite from the hustle and blow of city life. But for the Real Housewives of New York, it’s just another day at the office.

Travel in Style This Summer: 20 Amazing Bags to Tote on the Journey

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Yesterday, we showed you what Fashion Editor Jessica Lapidos packed for Bonnaroo. Although each piece works together to create an intricately put-together music festival experience, the most important element is what you use to carry it all. Whether a rucksack, tote or duffel, summer travel requires only the finest bags to make your experience as light and no-frills as possible. And because we love to travel here at FashionIndie, we put together a guide of the 20 best bags to travel with this summer. Whether braving the great outdoors for a music fest or lounging in the sandy Hamptons, our list will help you make the right choice.

Three 1-Bag Memorial Day Weekend Getaways: Let Us Do the Packing

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Ahh Memorial Day: beaches, bar-b-ques and bright sunny skies. The first long weekend to commence the summer is upon us, and we couldn’t be more excited to get out of the city and into our new warm-weather clothes. Working in fashion, we know it’s difficult not to be a heavy packer, even when you’re only going away for a few days. So here it is, our picks for three one-bag Memorial Day getaways to the coolest destinations, each within a few short hours of New York City. And we’ve already done the packing for you, carefully outlined in the guide below. Happy holiday!

Guys Guide To Memorial Day Weekend

Edited by McArthur Joseph

Today is the last day before Memorial Day & the summer season officially begin. Many guys are headed out for the weekend whether it be The Hamptons, the Jersey Shore, or Fire Island. We’ve created a guide to let you know what kind of bag to take and what to throw in it this weekend.

Trina Turk is Summering in The Hamptons

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

If you can’t get enough of Trina Turk‘s laid-back California silhouettes and colorful retro prints, you are going to love her new digs in The Hamptons this summer. Opening this Friday, May 6th, Turk will be introducing her signature style to East Hampton with her third seasonal “chic beach boutique.” A one-stop shop for both weekend visitors and permanent summer residents, everything from ready-to-wear dresses to swimwear and beach accessories will be available at this gorgeous Main Street pop-up. Click through for more photos.

The LOFT Summer 2011 Collection is Elegant and Carefree

Edited by Amanda Gabriele

Kissed by the sun | Swept by the wind | Washed by the sea | Cooled by the shade

Those four lovely lines written on a wall at the LOFT summer 2011 preview last night helped me forget about the treacherous New York City winter and took me to a hammock on the sandy shores somewhere between Westhampton and Montauk. The young and glamorous LOFT girl can feel carefree while looking elegant and polished in this collection full of airy knits, bold prints and big, beautiful jewelry. They think that summer dressing should be effortlessly beautiful, and I couldn’t agree more.

FEATURE: Where to Play and Where to Stay in the Hamptons!

Edited by Rebecca Alexander

Eight weekends down, only seven weekends to go until Summer 2010 comes to an end. If you haven’t been to the Hampton’s yet, David Shapiro has your perfect Long Island weekend getaway.

The Economy Hits the Hampton

Edited by FashionIndie

“We’re making adjustments we’ve never made before,” said Billy Lawson, owner of Shoe Inn, which operates locations in East Hampton and Westhampton. “Our Hamptons stores used to be a way to extend our margins … [but] this year, we opened on Memorial Day with a sale. We [have to compete] with New York prices.”

I feel better knowing it’s not just me…

Women’s Mafia Designer Showcase Featuring Alissa Smith & Alisha Trimble

Edited by Rebecca Alexander

The inimitable social club, the Women’s Mafia, run by our good friend Marcy Clark, is thrilled to host a designer showcase, this weekend in the Hamptons.  Sought-after women’s wear designers Alissa Smith and Alisha Trimble welcome you to Smith boutique for a little shopping, nosh and bubbly.  Both designers are known for their limited edition ready-to-wear pieces, their use of select vintage & silk fabrics and their affordable custom-made services.

The Women’s Mafia Designer Showcase
Featuring Alissa Smith & Alisha Trimble
Saturday, July 25, 3PM-9PM

Smith Boutique
28 Nugent Street Southampton, NY
Phone: 631.283.1510
www.alishatrimble.com
www.alissasmith.com
www.womensmafia.com

Want to attend but don’t have a place to stay in the Hamptons? Through the Women’s Mafia you can get special rates at a gorgeous sharehouse with full amenities (we stayed there this weekend) just a short cab ride to the boutique! Call 212-579-4844 or visit www.davidshapiro.net and say the Women’s Mafia sent you.