A DC Based Style and Travel Blog by Lauleh.
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you already know that I firmly believe life is too short for boring clothes.
While some people collect neutrals, I collect prints, color, and pieces that make me smile the moment I put them on. So when Boden released this vibrant combination, it felt like it was made for me.
Sometimes the best trips don’t require a flight. Just two hours from Washington, DC, you’ll find one of the most charming waterfront destinations on the East Coast: St. Michaels, Maryland. Nestled along the Chesapeake Bay, Inn at Perry Cabin offers the perfect blend of luxury, relaxation, history, and coastal charm—making it an ideal weekend getaway when you’re craving a change of scenery without the hassle of extensive travel.
I recently spent a weekend at Inn at Perry Cabin and quickly understood why so many people return year after year. From sailing excursions and bike rides to sunset views and exceptional dining, it was the kind of trip that leaves you feeling refreshed long after you’ve returned home.
Every so often, a piece comes along that completely transforms even the simplest outfit. For me, that’s the Trellis Bloom Jacquard Cambridge Coat Dress from Tuckernuck.
There are certain prints that just belong to spring—and gingham is at the top of that list. It’s classic, it’s crisp, and every year it comes back around… but this time, I wanted to wear it in a way that felt a little less picnic blanket and a little more polished. Because gingham? She’s evolved.
There are some outfits that feel effortlessly polished, and this one is exactly that. The foundation of the look is made up of timeless staples from Sézane—one of my favorite French brands for elevated wardrobe essentials that never go out of style.
I paired my wide-leg green trousers with a classic cream blouse and tweed-style jacket, then added a statement bow hijab for a playful touch of color. The finishing touch is a blazer from Snidel, a Japanese brand I discovered during my travels and instantly fell in love with for its feminine tailoring and thoughtful details.
Spring in DC is when I fully lean into color, prints, and pieces that feel a little extra joyful—and this outfit is exactly that. There’s something about the season that makes mixing patterns feel less intimidating and more… necessary.
Because if you can’t wear florals and stripes in the spring, then when can you?
