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Travel Style: 4th of July in Boston
June 08, 2012
Discover the perfect things to pack for a weekend in one of America’s most historic cities
Stripes are a fun summer trend and a nod to Boston's maritime setting. Revel in the salty sea air in this <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/181571" target="_blank">A.P.C. open-knit linen and cotton-blend top</a> ($165, <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/" target="_blank">net-a-porter.com</a>) or the flattering <a href="http://totokaelo.com/store/products/edith-a-miller/ss12/francoise-dress/natural-black-thick" target="_blank">Edith A. Miller Francoise dress</a> ($364, <a href="http://www.totokaelo.com/" target="_blank">totokaelo.com</a>). Stow your essentials in this nautical <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_shops/HandbagShop/FeaturedHandbags/PRDOVR~88493/88493.jsp" target="_blank">Sea Bags tote</a> ($165, <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/" target="_blank">jcrew.com</a>). Truly enjoy strolling Boston's historic Freedom Trail by wearing comfortable footwear that won't cramp your style. Ladies: We love the easy appeal of <a href="http://www.barneys.com/Christian-Louboutin-Balinodono/501684125,default,pd.html?cgid=womens-flats-ballet" target="_blank">Christian Louboutin's Balinodono</a> and <a href="http://www.barneys.com/Chlo%C3%A9-Scalloped-Flat/501504915,default,pd.html?cgid=womens-flats-ballet" target="_blank">Chloe's scalloped flat</a> ($450, <a href="http://www.barneys.com/" target="_blank">barneys.com</a>) for strolling. Gentlemen: Cool kicks will keep you moving, like <a href="http://www.barneys.com/Lanvin-Woven-Low-Top-Sneaker/501443286,default,pd.html?cgid=mens-shoes" target="_blank">Lanvin's woven low-top sneaker</a> ($850, <a href="http://www.barneys.com/" target="_blank">barneys.com</a>). Thanks to its seaside locale, Boston has occasionally been dubbed "the other windy city." So, just in case, make sure to bring along a chic cover-up like this <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/194969" target="_blank">Chinti and Parker cashmere cardigan</a> with adorable heart pockets ($480, <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/" target="_blank">net-a-porter.com</a>) or this handsome <a href="http://store.zegna.com/item/store/zegnasport/tskay/B4ADC6EB/cod10/41270959F" target="_blank">Zegna Sport Bomber</a> ($445, <a href="http://www.zegna.com/" target="_blank">zegna.com</a>). A shift dress is an essential item for a fashion-forward sightseer. Any of these three — <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/product.jsp?isEditorial=false&index=8&masterId=cat10020738&itemId=prod144560352&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat000009cat000019cat10020738cat37230758&parentId=cat37230758" target="_blank">Akris' print spectator dress</a> ($2,835, <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/" target="_blank">neimanmarcus.com</a>), <a href="http://www.barneys.com/Sea-Polka-Dot-Shift-Dress/501613596,default,pd.html?cgid=DRESS01-1" target="_blank">Sea's polka-dot shift dress</a> ($391, <a href="http://www.barneys.com/" target="_blank">barneys.com</a>) or <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/michael-kors-boucle-knit-shift-dress/3265861?origin=category&resultback=3132" target="_blank">Michael Kors' boucle knit shift dress</a> ($1,695, <a href="http://www.nordstrom.com/" target="_blank">nordstrom.com</a>)  — is comfortable enough to wear on the walk from Beacon Hill to the Back Bay and sharp enough for a cocktail at Avery Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common. Pack your red and blue with these <a href="http://www.marissacollections.com/Earrings/Peter-Ciesla-Earrings/PAPFIAEBNA GJDAKM/6231-6232-6333-6337-6341/Product" target="_blank">dazzling Peter Ciesla chandelier earrings</a> and <a href="http://www.marissacollections.com/Bangles-and-Bracelets/Miriam-Salat-Bracelet/PAPFIAOCNCPEJNKG/6231-6232-6333-6337-6339/Product" target="_blank">Miriam Salat cuff bracelet</a> ($226 and $1,250, <a href="http://www.marissacollections.com/" target="_blank">marissacollections.com</a>). If you want to celebrate the 4th of July fireworks with your own sparkle, step in to one of Boston's oldest jewelers, <a href="http://www.shrevecrumpandlow.com" target="_blank">Shreve, Crump and Low</a>, and browse their unique assortment of vintage treasures like this <a href="http://www.shrevecrumpandlow.com/shoponline/details.aspx?cat_id=50&itemnum=EJPIN00448" target="_blank">antique pheasant pin with emeralds and diamonds</a> ($8,400, <a href="http://www.shrevecrumpandlow.com/" target="_blank">shrevecrumpandlow.com</a>). Match the beauty of the swirling sea creatures at the Boston Aquarium with the <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/longchamp-tote-mary-katranzou?ID=580478&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results" target="_blank">Mary Katrantzou Longchamp bag</a> ($590, <a href="http://www.bloomingdales.com/" target="_blank">bloomingdales.com</a>) or the precision of Boston's streets with <a href="http://www.tumi.com/home/index.jsp">Dror for Tumi travel satchel</a> ($595, <a href="http://www.tumi.com/" target="_blank">tumi.com</a>). Fit all your essentials for any trip — including a weekend jaunt to Bean Town — in a structured bag from <a href="http://www.premiertravelware.net/general/samsonite-black-label-cosmolite/" target="_blank">Samsonite's black-label Cosmolite collection</a> will (from $450, <a href="http://www.premiertravelware.net/" target="_blank">premiertravelware.net</a>). Everyone who knows your name will adore those photos of you inside the famous Cheers bar, so download <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/photo-collage-hd-amazing-pic/id476281976?mt=8" target="_blank">Photo Collage HD</a> ($0.99, <a href="http://www.itunes.apple.com/itunes/whats-on/" target="_blank">itunes.apple.com/itunes/whats-on/</a>) to indulge them. Have instant fun with the <a href="http://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=2&catid=31&designerid=280&productid=19106" target="_blank">Fujifilm Instax 210 camera</a> ($125, <a href="http://www.openingceremony.us/" target="_blank">openingceremony.us</a>), which brings Polaroid into the next century. There are many beautiful beaches within easy reach of Boston. Bring along this <a href="http://aquabeachwear.com/?controller=product&product_id=2515" target="_blank">DKNY Agnes floral one-piece</a> ($96, <a href="http://www.aquabeachwear.com/" target="_blank">aquabeachwear.com</a>) to make your own waves, then lounge on this <a href="http://www.horchow.com/p/Kassatex-Spiaggia-Cabana-Beach-Towel-Beach-Towels/cprod87470010_cat15450734_cat7910742_/?index=5&cmCat=cat000000cat000072cat14540732cat7910742cat15450734&isEditorial=false" target="_blank">Kassatex Spiaggia Cabana beach towel</a> ($45, <a href="http://www.horchow.com/" target="_blank">horchow.com</a>). A retro pair of frames — like <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/196154" target="_blank">Carven's Anastasie acetate sunglasses</a> ($360, <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/" target="_blank">net-a-porter.com</a>) — are a sleek final touch.
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