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Style 24-7: Country Getaway

Fabulous yet fuss-free pieces to keep you stylish during a weekend in suburbia.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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Pretty & Proper

Gingham dresses were made for the country. Pair this sweet black and white pattern style with a pop-colored flat for an unexpected twist.

Silk gingham dress, Rochas, price available upon request, stylebop.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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In A Clutch

Leave all of your baggage in the city and pack light for the country. A raffia or straw clutch will lighten the load.

Woven raffia clutch, Hat Attack, $39, barneys.com.

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The Drill

Spunk up your espadrilles from your typical natural-colored style to these sassy red boat-print style that stays true to your getaway theme.

Printed espadrille sandals, $55, piperlime.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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Sheer Relaxation

Packing easy breezey pieces are key to vacationing in a low-key setting.

Floral shirtdress, SUNO, $297, lagarconne.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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In-Vest

Top a girly dress with a tough vest for a little city-meets-country feel.

Denim vest, Delia’s, $30, delias.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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Gingham Girl

Play-up this picnic motif in a retro-styled one-piece by the lakeside.

Gingham one-piece swimsuit, Target, $30, target.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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Short of It

A knee-length short can go from lounging to trekking on a little outdoor adventure.

Bermuda denim shorts, Rock & Republic, $30, kohls.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway
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Flower Girl

A printed dress will do all the work, no accessories needed.

‘Caspian; floral dress, Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply, $121, farfetch.com.

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The Last Straw

The perfect weekender should carry you through the entire trip –– from packing, to swimming and lunching with the ladies.

“Last Straw” tote, Kate Spade, $148, couture.zappos.com.

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Chic Trekkers

Leave the heavy sneakers at home and opt for a naturally cool striped summer espadrille.

Striped espadrille, Soludos, $36, shopbop.com.

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In Bloom

Be sure to pack a piece that can work for fancier outings like a day at the vineyards or dinner. Even when paired with sensible flat you’ll still appear polished.

Floral dress, Max Mara Studio, $264, farfetch.com.

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Pretty Farmer Pants

Who says overalls are for kids? With a flowy blouse and your wedged esparilles these “shortalls” make the chicest country get-up.

Shortalls, Current/Elliot, $298, netaporter.com.

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Country Romance

Spend less time thinking about what to wear by packing a few great dresses. Throw on one and you’re done!

Floral flutter sleeve dress, Dorothy Perkins, $29, dorothyperkins.com.

Style 24-7: Country Getaway