Summer Style Guide: Tips for the Beach, Lake, Mountains, and Everything In-Between

Becky Jantzen
3 days ago
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Becky Jantzen, Executive Fashion Director at cabi Clothing, offers a no-nonsense approach to style

Style, for Becky Jantzen, is less about chasing trends and more about refining what already works. Her approach to summer dressing balances practicality with personality: timeless staples, thoughtful layering, and pieces that feel just as right on the beach as they do at dinner. From the art of packing light to building a wardrobe that lasts for years, Becky’s philosophy is rooted in ease, longevity, and quiet confidence.

Five Pieces, One Suitcase

If Becky were packing for a long summer getaway, she’d bring:

The Summer Staples That Matter

White denim is officially back, but updated. Think great white summer jeans that feel fresh, not too tailored. And this summer? Dresses are doing the heavy lifting. One piece, zero thinking.

Beach Style, But Make It Clever

Becky’s beach formula is all about double duty. A sheer blouse worn with denim by day becomes an unexpectedly chic cover-up by the water. Add linen wide-leg trousers in a soft neutral and a fitted tee for easy, unfussy polish that travels well from boardwalk to lunch.

Building a Legacy Wardrobe

Quality always wins. Becky still wears an ERES swimsuit she bought nine years ago—and it looks brand new. Classic cotton button-downs get better with every wash. Denim improves with age. Buy less, love longer.

Day-to-Night, Solved

A clean midi or knee-length dress in black or navy is summer’s secret weapon. Swap flat sandals for heels, add oversized gold hoops, layer necklaces, and don’t shy away from a “heavy wrist.”

Beach Accessories That Count

Oversized sunnies, a gold necklace, a fabulous straw hat (shade is style), and a good book. Becky’s pick is Pattern Recognition, a cool, cryptic mix of trend-spotting and mystery.

Brands Becky Loves Right Now

Jelly shoes, specifically the Vince jelly slide for color and comfort. K Jacques sandals for effortless wear-all-day ease. And aspirational labels like Comme des Garçons and Sacai, often found by smart treasure-hunting on The RealReal.

The One Mistake to Avoid

Don’t get stuck in a style rut. Stay true to yourself, but push just a little. If you live in neutrals, try a subtle pop via shoes or a scarf. When something new still feels like you, people notice. And compliments tend to follow.

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about the author

Becky Jantzen is the Editorial Fashion Director at Cabi Clothing, where she helps lead the brand’s vision for personal style, community, and modern dressing. With a keen eye for elevated everyday fashion, she brings years of experience in helping women build wardrobes that feel both timeless and effortless.