How to Dress Like You Summer in Nantucket
Timeless style inspired by salt air, sailboats, and slow mornings on the island.
Some places have a dress code without ever writing one down.
Nantucket is one of them.
It's not about designer logos or chasing trends. Instead, it's a way of dressing that feels effortless—pieces that look just as appropriate on a bike ride to the harbor as they do over dinner overlooking the water.
Think weathered cedar shingles, white hydrangeas spilling over picket fences, faded navy sweaters, linen that softens with every wear, and outfits that somehow always look polished without trying too hard.
At Set & Standard, that's exactly the feeling we wanted to capture in our Destinations Edit.
The Nantucket Formula
The best island wardrobes follow one simple rule:
Keep it classic.
Start with a neutral palette.
Layer thoughtfully.
Invest in pieces you'll wear year after year.
Because Nantucket style never goes out of fashion.
Start With Linen
Nothing says summer on the coast quite like linen.
Whether it's a crisp button-down or relaxed trousers, linen keeps you comfortable during warm afternoons while looking effortlessly refined.
Pair it with:
- White denim
- Neutral sandals
- Leather tote
- Gold jewelry
Simple always wins.
Every Island Wardrobe Needs a Cardigan
Even in July, evenings by the harbor can cool down quickly.
A lightweight cardigan is the piece you'll reach for over and over again.
Drape it over your shoulders for lunch.
Layer it over a dress after sunset.
Throw it in your tote before heading to the beach.
Our ACK Cardigan and Out East Cardigan were designed with these exact moments in mind—timeless layers inspired by the island's coastal charm.
White Sneakers Go Everywhere
Cobblestone streets.
Morning coffee.
The ferry.
Brunch.
Shopping downtown.
A clean pair of white sneakers works with nearly everything and keeps you comfortable while exploring all day.
Navy Is Always the Right Choice
If Nantucket had an official color palette, navy would be at the center.
Mix it with:
- Cream
- White
- Light blue
- Soft gray
- Khaki
The result always feels elevated.
Accessories That Tell a Story
The best accessories don't compete with your outfit—they complete it.
Think:
- Canvas tote
- Straw hat
- Leather sandals
- Delicate gold jewelry
- Oversized sunglasses
Pieces you'll reach for every summer.
Five Looks We'd Wear on Nantucket
Morning Coffee Run
- White denim
- Blue striped tee
- ACK Cardigan over your shoulders
- Canvas tote
- White sneakers
Harbor Lunch
- Linen shorts
- Cream sweater
- Leather sandals
- Raffia bag
- Gold hoops
Afternoon on the Water
- Navy swimsuit
- Linen button-down
- Dad cap
- Boat shoes
Shopping Downtown
- White maxi dress
- Hydrangea Cardigan
- Neutral sandals
- Crossbody bag
Sunset Dinner
- Navy slip dress
- Lightweight cardigan
- Gold jewelry
- Woven clutch
Effortless.
Classic.
Always appropriate.
Dress for the Lifestyle, Not the Vacation
The beauty of Nantucket style is that it isn't reserved for one destination.
It's a mindset.
Choosing timeless over trendy.
Buying fewer, better pieces.
Creating a wardrobe that works season after season.
Whether you're spending the weekend on the island or simply bringing a little bit of coastal calm into your everyday life, the goal is the same:
Wear clothes that feel as relaxed as they are refined.
Our Nantucket Packing List
✔ ACK Cardigan
✔ Out East Cardigan
✔ Striped Tee
✔ White Denim
✔ Canvas Tote
✔ White Sneakers
✔ Gold Jewelry
✔ Sunglasses