In 1963, Trinity Collection, the exclusive Main Street shop known for classic Rolex, rare antique watches, and sought-after Patek Philippe designs, started out as a small case in a surf shop in Maryland owned by E. Townsend Wright II, legendary in surfing circles as “Spyder” Wright. Though the focus of […]
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Cibani at Serenella
This weekend, August 9 to 11, Serenella-Nantucket is hosting a trunkshow for Tia Cibani’s eponymous luxury womenswear line. The designer will make a personal appearance at Serenella-Nantucket on Saturday. Tia Cibani is a luxury womenswear brand that debuted with its Spring Summer 2013 Collection at New York Fashion Week. It […]
Eye on Style, Murray’s Toggery Shop
While the retail scene in downtown Nantucket seems to change from year to year, Murray’s Toggery Shop has been a Main Street fixture for the past sixty-eight years and has become a Nantucket institution. Established in 1945, Murray’s has been keeping the whole family well dressed year-round, offering a department […]
Duchess of Cambridge’s Designer on Nantucket
Katherine Hooker London, favored designer for the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, will be showing her fabulous new designs for Autumn and Winter 2013 at Johnstons Cashmere, 4 Federal Street this weekend from Friday, August 2 to Sunday, August 4 from 10 am to 6 pm (some private mid-week appointments […]
Eye on Style – Scrub Oak
• by Sarah McNamara • As you are wandering down Easy Street, admiring the view of the harbor or enjoying an ice cream on one of the benches in front of the Easy Street basin, take a moment to turn away from the water and you’ll notice a courtyard lined […]
Summer Shades
The ultimate, year-round accessory that will never go out of style is a great pair of sunglasses. They are functional yet act as a statement piece, bringing together an outfit. Sunglasses can make you look chic and stylish, even if you are trying to hide the bags under your eyes […]
Eye on Style – Jeanne van Etten
• by Sarah McNamara • Head up Main Street and take a left onto Fair Street, just past Murray’s Toggery Shop, and you’ll find a fun and whimsical boutique featuring the artwork of Nantucket artist Jeanne van Etten. Also known as “the mermaid lady”, Jeanne’s creations are great conversation pieces […]
The Hospital Thrift Shop
by Sarah McNamara Located on a one-way street lined with historic homes, just outside of the hustle and bustle of town, you’ll discover an island institution. The Hospital Thrift Shop has been in operation since 1929, providing affordable gently used clothing, accessories, art, books, goods for the home and furniture […]