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Chic Getaways: Richard Chai

It's all about Bahia, Brazil and Fabien Baron sunglasses for Richard Chai's dream destination.

Chic Getaways: Sinje Lesemann

KOZA founder Sinje Lesemann knows about hitting the road in style, from her signature Rajani Travel Tote to her collection of colorful shawls and pareos. Next stop: Miami Swim Week by way of Cowley Manor in the Cotswolds.

Happy Friday!

photo by The Fashion Informer/Lauren David Peden

Chic Getaways: Peter Som

From The Standard in Miami to his house on Fire Island, it's all about sun and surf for Peter Som.

Chic Getaways: Jeisa Chiminazzo

Sunscreen and her favorite shades are must-haves in model Jeisa Chiminazzo's carry-on. First stop: The One&Only resort in the Maldives.

photo courtesy Sports Illustrated

Chic Getaways: Norma Kamali

Norma Kamali likes to travel light, with just her All-In-One dress, olive oil and her guy.

Chic Getaways: Lucy Sykes Rellie

Lucy Sykes Rellie's idea of a great vacay involves her family, Harbour Island and Clark's Botanicals Lip Tint.

Happy Friday!

photo courtesy Rob Pruitt/Jimmy Choo

Chic Getaways: Gretchen Jones

From Sonoma to South America, designer Gretchen Jones knows how to hit the road in style.

Chic Getaways: Lorenzo Martone

The three Bs (St. Barts, Burma and Bellport) top Lorenzo Martone's fave getaways list.


 

Chic Getaways: Victoria Bartlett

Costa Rica, scented candles and an escape from civilization are all on the summer travel agenda for VPL's Victoria Bartlett.

Chic Getaways: Daryl Kerrigan

It's all about shea butter, leather shorts and India for designer Daryl K.

Happy Friday!

Chic Getaways: Costello Tagliapietra

For the busy boys of Costello Tagliapietra, there's no place like home for the summer holidays.

Chic Getaways: CJ Richards

Model CJ Richards's perfect summer plans, revealed.

Chic Getaways: Nicole Miller

In today's Chic Retreats: Escape in Style column, Nicole Miller tells us all about her dream vacay.

Chic Getaways: Vivienne Tam

In the first installment of my new Chic Getaways: Escape in Style series (which originally ran on Rue La La in June), I talk to Vivienne Tam about her favorite summer getaway and her top travel must-haves.


 

Happy Friday!

In the spirit of summer getaways, during the month of July TFI will feature the stylish escapes—and travel must-haves—of a dozen-plus fashion insiders that I originally profiled for Rue La La. Hope you're having your own fun adventures!


illustration by Lana Frankel

Informed Obsession: Lauren Craft Skulls

As a rule, I pretty much hate skull jewelry. Actually, I pretty much hate skull everything. It's so predictable. So obvious. So completely and utterly played out. (Ooooh, you're wearing a skull ring/necklace/tattoo/handbag. You must be a badass rebel. Not.) And yet. And yet. I cannot stop thinking about, staring at and swooning over this delightful little ring. Designed by newcomer Lauren Craft (who studied at The Gemological Institute of America and worked at Alexis Bittar before launching her own fine jewelry line earlier this year), this sweetly subversive beauty features a trio of white coral skulls encased in champagne diamonds with a black rhodium and silver finish on an 18K yellow gold band. They're like The Three Amigos, shepherding the wearer through this life—and on to the next—in style. Kudos to Craft for breathing new life into a tired old trend.

Happy Independence Day!