Summer Prep: Get Alek Wek’s Look from the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic

Tip #1: A floppy sunhat and white dress pair perfectly.

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Model Alek Wek looked the epitome of chic in her delicate cream dress. She was ready for the weather with her floppy straw hat and simple sandals. Look for a frock with romantic details like lace and pleats in a fit-and-flare silhouette, which is as timeless as it is of-the-moment. Wear this vintage-inspired outfit to a wedding or outdoor lunch.

1. American Eagle Carved Bangle Set – $17.502. Dorothy Perkins Ivory Lace Prom Dress – $753. Max and Cleo Charmed, I’m Shore Dress – $137.994. Aldo Cardiel Sandals – $905. J. Crew Two-Tone Straw Hat – $38

 

Tip #2: Combine laid-back layers in preppy pastels.

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Olivia Palermo’s look was preppy without being too buttoned-up. She looked comfortable and a touch bohemian in her breezy layers, which would be perfect for a picnic. Accordion pleats are huge this season—take the trend a step further with crinkled pleats like Palermo’s. Her layering works so well because she chose crisp summer fabrics in a palette of pastels including petal pink, lemon yellow, cornflower, and charcoal. Don’t forget the ultimate preppy summer accessory—tortoise shell wayfarer sunglasses.

1. Annina Accordion Pleat Crinkled Skirt – $352. Red Herring Tortoise Shell Wayfarer Sunglasses – $153. House of Harlow 1960 Gold Medallion Locket Pendant – $794. Miss Panda Pocket-Front Loose-Fit Jacket – $585. Nine West Fascinate Flat – $596. American Apparel The Lawn Tee – $28

 

Tip #3: Rock a pair of leather shorts.

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Zoe Saldana was the wild child of the event, going against the grain in an all-black look that has just the right amount of edge for summer. She kept her black leather shorts sophisticated with a black silk top and strappy, leg-elongating tan sandals. Saldana added a touch of rock and roll with her aviator sunglasses and wooden beaded bracelets.

1. Oasis Plain Woven Front Pocket T-Shirt – $362. The Wardrobe Sammua Leather Shorts – $1553. Jessica Bennett Resa Wedge Sandal – $1084. Vince Camuto Aviator Glasses – $755. Topshop Faux Leather Hotpants – $606. Lola James Sandalwood Beaded Bracelet Set – $185


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