{ N E W P O R T } NEWPORT MANSIONS STORE 1 Bannister’s Wharf 401.849.9900 If you’re spending time in Newport, chances are you’re dropping into a historic mansion or two. Located on Bannister’s Wharf, the Newport Mansions Store features memorabilia including mansion souvenirs to nautical accessories, gifts for children, entertaining pieces, and Rhode Island favorites like Del’s lemonade mix. Or, live like it’s the gilded age with reproduction china, trays, lamps, and artwork. The store is operated by the Preservation Society of Newport County, which aims to protect and present the best of the region’s architecture while offering the public a glimpse into each property’s architecture, interiors, landscapes, and social history.
J.MCLAUGHLIN 180 Bellevue Avenue 401.619.5240 A testament to the staying power of American classics, J.McLaughlin has been serving up cheeky style since it opened its first boutique on Manhattan’s Upper East Side in 1977. Located on the beautiful Bellevue Avenue, the Newport shop pays homage to two great periods in the town’s history—the Victorian Era and the Colonial Period—fusing classic historical styles with contemporary sensibility. Shop summer dresses for women, cozy cashmere for brisk New England evenings, and classic polos for men. Kids find preppy basics in punchy colors, and you’re sure to find options for everyone with the brand’s famous sea turtle or flamingo. J.McLaughlin describes the line best as “innovatively nostalgic.”
MANDARINE 16 Bannister’s Wharf 401.848.9360 Originally established in St. Barths in 1995, the second Mandarine outpost boasts a beautiful seaside location Bannister’s Wharf in downtown Newport. Off the beaten tourist’s path, fashionistas will never be disappointed at this hidden gem. The store’s local retail team offers hands-on styling and knowledge about current trends, which are always represented among the store’s designer lines (like Camilla, pictured), fine jewelry, and footwear ready for a sail or day at the beach. Bright patterns feel summer-ready without being overstated for Newport or wherever you call home. Be careful, you might just leave with a whole new summer wardrobe. 104 QUEST
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