Kate Bartlett Is Shopping Her Entire Summer Moodboard At Marshalls

If there’s one thing summer style needs to be, it’s carefree, especially when you have as many plans as Kate Bartlett does. The New York-based style expert has a busy few months ahead: “I’m excited to spend all of June in Europe,” she says, “and I’m planning to be in the Hamptons for most of July.” For every destination on the itinerary, Bartlett’s turning to Marshalls for summer pieces that are chic, versatile, and comfortable enough for all–day wear…and easy to throw into a stuffed suitcase without a second thought.

That’s exactly why Marshalls has become one of her go-tos for seasonal shopping. The retailer has an unrivaled selection of designer and premium brands that match her lifestyle. Whether she’s lounging beachside in the Mediterranean or cafe hopping in Paris, Bartlett can find high-quality pieces at an even better price that rise to the occasion.

“I’m a big scarf girl,” she says. It’s one of her warm-weather staples. “They’re also one of my favorite things to pack when I know I’m going to be on a long (or unpredictable) trip. There are a million ways you can wear them: as a top, around your head, or on a bag.”

Case in point: This blue printed scarf from Marshalls that she turned into a halter-neck top. “I love how versatile this look is; the silhouette of these designer shorts means they can work for so many different occasions. Overall, I’m just feeling comfortable and myself.” Chunky bangles, black leather sandals, a blue suede clutch bag, and tortoise shell sunglasses tie the look together.

“This is definitely an outfit I would pack for vacation — it’s the perfect Euro summer look,” she adds. “I would wear this to lunch at a beach club and then turn it into a night-out look by switching out the shorts for a sparkly skirt.”

For more casual moments, like hanging poolside, a trip to the beach, or an afternoon at the museum during a rare summer weekend in the city, Bartlett gravitates towards thin, flowy materials and a neutral palette. “My style tends to stay in line with classic silhouettes and styles, but during the summer, I like to amp up the color. It can be a bit intimidating for me to try out new shades in my wardrobe, but I’m having fun figuring it out!”

That adaptability is what Bartlett looks for most when shopping: pieces that can shift with her day, but also feel relevant for more than one season. She approaches style as something personal rather than trend-driven, mixing aspirational items with practical ones in a way that’s completely authentic to her. Marshalls makes the balance easy — great pieces for less, all season long.