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?
Can’t wait to listen to the music playlists! Thank you, Suzanne! Happy Summer! 😁😎🍹
Hi Barbara
I think you’ll love the playlist…it’s a good one! Thank you so much for reading and Happy Summer to you! I feel like it’s just getting started!
I have liked your posts and learned about some new brands but I have to say that I don’t know any grandmothers who would actually wear any of the clothes or shoes (!) you are showing. I have 5 grandchildren and consider myself very stylish and well dressed and I would not wear these clothes. They are too young and trendy, at least for me. Maybe try again with different clothes.
Hi Betty Lou
Thank you so much for reading my post! I’m so happy that you’ve found some new brands that you like.
About the rest of your comment…I totally appreciate that you have a different style than the clothes I have in my collages, however, everyone is different and has different opinions about what is appropriate. I am also a grandmother with 3 grandsons, ages 7, 4 and 2. I also have a granddaughter on the way in September and that will make 4! I would absolutely wear all of these pieces! I own the Gucci sandals only mine have a higher heel and also many pairs of espadrille wedges that are higher that I also wear regularly.
You may think that I dress inappropriately for my age, but I have worked out my whole life and feel that I’m in great shape and can wear anything I like. Possibly I should have titled this "The New Coastal Grandmother Style"! Anyhow, my point is that women should be able to wear whatever makes them feel good!
Every blog post I do won’t be for everyone and I realize that, but I do hope you’ll stay around and enjoy the posts that resonate with you! Again, thank you for reading and for your comment!