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The 6 easiest, breeziest white summer wardrobe staples from J.Crew — all under $50
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Once the warm weather hits, we’re more or less living in white. It’s the perfect summer tone — bright and easy, just like the season.
We’re currently stocking up on all the staples and, as always, are starting our search at J.Crew. (Truly, it’s the undefeated champion of timeless but trendy classics.) Read on for the items we’re coveting most, all available right now at less than $50.
With a discount of over 40%, now is the time to snag this light and flowy popover. Tuck the front into crisp jeans or chinos for an effortlessly elegant aesthetic. Shirring in the back gives the top a flattering draped silhouette with just the right amount of shape. The soft and gauzy cotton-blend fabric looks similar to linen but is easier to clean and much more durable. It also has a little bit of stretch for extra comfort.
J.Crew chinos are an iconic summer piece for a good reason. This modernized take has a more tailored fit and a higher waist than past versions and hits right around your belly button. The 4-inch length is ideal if you’re wary of showing too much skin but still want to feel like you’re actually wearing shorts, and the legs don’t flare out in that unflattering way other pairs tend to. There’s also a little bit more stretch in this fabric than in previous seasons. Combined with a supersoft texture, it makes the chinos comfortable enough to wear throughout the entire summer.
While the little white dress is slightly less famous than the iconic LBD, it’s just as essential — especially during summer. At almost 50% off, your choice for this season is pretty obvious. The CloudStretch dress uses a cool polyester fabric from recycled plastic intended for workout clothes, but don’t let that stop you from wearing it solely outside the gym. (If you do plan on getting in some exercise, though, you’ll love the body-hugging fit and moisture-wicking properties.) The single shoulder adds some interest to an otherwise clean and classic silhouette.
Polished enough for the office but also totally natural paired with cutoff shorts, this tank truly does it all. Stick with only the shelf bra if that provides enough support, or add your own if that’s more comfortable. The tank’s straps are thick enough that you won’t have to worry about your bra hanging out. It has a long, curved hem that’s the perfect length for tucking in, though it looks just as good worn loose. We’re also crazy about the lightweight cotton blend fabric, made of ribbed texture with a cute vintage vibe.
These cotton voile shorts are the ideal cover-up for your next beach or pool trip, with a drawstring waist that’s super easy to adjust. Their fabric is almost paper thin and sheer enough that the tones of your suit will slightly peek through. The all-over ruffle trim adds just the right amount of femininity and fun.
We can’t talk about summer staples without including a swimsuit! This pretty one-piece is more than 50% off right now — truly, a can’t-miss opportunity. The cut provides full coverage without looking boring or overly modest, and the shoulder bow adds understated sweetness. Its fabric uses recycled nylon and has UPF 50 sun protection.
A couple who quit the UK to retire early in Lanzarote say they are now "living the dream" mortgage-free in the sun. Helen and Stephen Walker decided to take the plunge after a horrid year in which three people close to them died. They quit their property business, sold their three-bed semi in Cosby, Leics., and relocated to Yaiza, a town on the Canary island. Helen, 56, and Stephen, 55, are now financially free and spend their days exploring and relaxing. They say they'd never have been able to retire in the UK at their age - but life is much cheaper in Lanzarote. Helen said: “We’re living the dream. We never got a break at home. “We could never afford to take early retirement in the UK." Helen and Stephen rarely went on holiday as they were self-employed. And, even when they were away, they’d be answering phone calls and messages. But one year Helen convinced Stephen to come away on holiday to Lanzarote 0 and they fell in love with the place. She said: “We came to Lanzarote and loved it so much. “We were walking straight out to sea and he turned around and said 'I could live here'. “I said I could live here as well.” With Brexit in motion, Helen and Stephen then had to act fast if they wanted their dream to become a reality. They became more determined to go for it after losing three friends and family members in one year. Helen said: “We lost three people in that year. We thought 'We need to do it now. “We can’t think about the kids here – we’re going before grandchildren. Otherwise we’d never do it.” They found it hard to leave their children behind but their youngest daughter, Kate Walker, now 22, went to live with their son James Sorrell, 29. Helen said: “We put the house on the market. “In December 2019 we travelled all down the island looking at where we wanted to live. “We found a newbuild in Yaiza and thought ‘this is the place’.” The couple sold their UK home for £225k, and bought the three-bedroom Lanzarote property for £220k. They moved out in January 2020 and purchased the empty property in February – before lockdown hit in March. Helen said: “Luckily we had the kitchen done before lockdown.”. The pair have since spent around €40k renovating their home in Lanzarote – and have no mortgage and low bills. They were shedding out £650-a-month on a mortgage, and £230 for their gas, electric and water bills in the UK. Helen said: “There’s no mortgage and no finance. It’s a lot cheaper here to live. I could never retire in the UK.” The retired couple spend their days going on walks around the island, going for a coffee and lunch together and having chilled evenings in front of the TV. They go out for food or drinks when friends are visiting and around once a week together. Helen said: “Our fitness is fantastic. We do 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day. “We travel around the island. We can travel from one end of the island to the other in 45 minutes. “My view is the Timanfaya national park. The language barrier is a problem sometimes but we’re learning Spanish.” Helen has “no regrets” but does miss her kids. She said: “It’s just lovely but I miss my children. Taking my kids to the airport after a visit is the hardest thing. “I cry and cry. But we’re only a four hour flight away.” Helen said Lanzarote has now become a home for the couple. She said: “We’re never bored. There’s always something to do. This is my home.”
Patrick Cantlay's caddie Joe LaCava apologised to Rory McIlroy before Sunday's Ryder Cup singles for his behaviour on Saturday which enraged the European star, according to US media reports.The American had also brushed off media reports that he was protesting against the lack of pay for players at the Ryder Cup by not wearing a cap.
A school bus driver who died when it overturned on a motorway has been named as 40-year-old Stephen Shrimpton. Barbara Flynn-Southern, a director at The Port Grocery CIC - a charity that Mr Shrimpton worked for, told Sky News he was "an all round good guy who will be sorely missed by a lot of people". Having volunteered as a driver for the company during the first COVID lockdown, Mr Shrimpton worked "endlessly" and briefly became a full time employee, delivering food and supporting vulnerable people within the local community.
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