Coastal Grandmothers Style Tips from Southern Living…

Coastal Grandmothers are those who are effortlessly stylish (but in a comfy way), have a put-together presence (without trying too hard), know how to be the best hostess (while never breaking a sweat), and appreciate the finer things (yet still feel approachable).

This doesn’t sound much like a trend to me, but it’s definitely being called one and I think it’s so much fun!

First came Nancy Myers Chic, closely followed by Coastal Grandmother Chic! The coastal grandmother aesthetic is based on the clean and classic style of middle-aged, wealthier women living in beautiful oceanfront properties, similar to that of Diane Keaton in the Nancy Meyers movie, Something’s Gotta Give, which was set in the Hamptons. The Coastal Grandmother trend is really as much about the lifestyle as it is about the clothing!

Coastal grandmothers wear cashmere cardigans with linen pants in neutral colors, they love to garden, take walks on the beach, and sip white wine while reading on their front porches. Who wouldn’t love this lifestyle…I’m in!!

They cook fresh meals with goods they picked up at the farmers market in their Nancy Myers styled kitchens (think It’s Complicated), which are accessorized with neutral and natural elements like butcher block, open shelving and rattan.

And, of course, they listen to soft jazz or Melody Gardot while cooking. Believe it or not, I found a couple of Nancy Myer’s style playlists on Spotify that you might want to play while you’re cooking dinner tonight! Listen here and here! I’m loving this!

Below, I’m including a few looks that will help you with your Coastal Grandmother style! Since I’m at the beach, and I’m a grandmother, I think I might just try this trend out while I’m here! What about you…are you loving this trend that isn’t really a trend?