Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Estelle and Finn Ruched Sleeve Jacket Ivory and Front Zip Ankle Pant Ivory; Finley Wrap Top; Frances Valentine Lexi Heel Color Platino. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 18KT yellow gold hollow oval shaped earrings; 14KT yellow gold high polish Omega collar high dome concave design; 14KT white and yellow gold slide with prowling panther slide measure; 14KT yellow gold solid double link charm bracelet; 14KT white-yellow gold open diamond criss cross 1.01 carat ring. Joseph Jewelers.
From the CLASSIC WHITE SUIT to the PERFECT COCKTAIL DRESS, September Looks Embrace MODERN ELEGANCE, Villa Bellamare Style.
By Anna Cheshire Levitan
Photography by Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Models Taylor Kelsey and Alexandra Wykes
Hair by Peyton Gilje, J. Kris & Co. Salon
Taylor Kelsey Make-up by Gerald Dampier, Glam King
Alexandra Wykes Make-up by Anna Bryce Nalley
Production Assistants Anna Bryce Nalley and EL Bennett
Location: Villa Bellamare, East Beach, St. Simons Island
All attire and accessories from Planters Exchange, 26 Market Street, Suite 110, St. Simons Island, 912.638.9888, PlantersExchange.com, @planters_exchange.
All jewelry provided by Joseph Jewelers, 600 Sea Island Road #16, St. Simons Island, 912.634.9060, josephjewelers.com, @josephjewelersssi.
HOLLY GO-BRIGHTLY
Positivity with penance in a perfectly draped mini. Center with pearls - always the preferred choice. Crown with a Chignon.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Frances Valentine Diplomat Mini Dress and Reese Bow Slingback Heel Black; Alex Rattan Acrylic Clutch. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT yellow gold Bujukan and freshwater pearl stud earrings; freshwater pearl necklace with 14KT white gold clasp, 8mm white pearl, and round brilliant cut diamond accents. Joseph Jewelers.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Frances Valentine Diplomat Mini Dress and Reese Bow Slingback Heel Black; Alex Rattan Acrylic Clutch. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT yellow gold Bujukan and freshwater pearl stud earrings; freshwater pearl necklace with 14KT white gold clasp, 8mm white pearl, and round brilliant cut diamond accents. Joseph Jewelers.
SEQUIN SEASON
Seasonal mood shift into sequins with a poppy plan for a polished evening on island or off.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Frances Valentine Navy Alice Midi Navy Poppy Poly Dupion and Paulavo Pink Velvet. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT white gold seed pearl bracelet, two white gold stations, bar clasp accented with 14 full cut diamonds combined weight of 0.17 carat; 18k white and yellow gold ring with cushion cut peridot. 8.84 carats, double diamond halo 1.0 carats; 14KT yellow gold Mabe Pearl earrings, featuring two Mabe Pearls, 18x18mm, bezel set; accented at the bottom with two oval cabochon rubies, bezel set East-West fashion, flanked on each side by 12 total prong set round brilliant. Joseph Jewelers.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
14KT white gold seed pearl bracelet, two white gold stations, bar clasp accented with 14 full cut diamonds combined weight of 0.17 carat; 18k white and yellow gold ring with cushion cut peridot. 8.84 carats, double diamond halo 1.0 carats; 14KT yellow gold Mabe Pearl earrings, featuring two Mabe Pearls, 18x18mm, bezel set; accented at the bottom with two oval cabochon rubies, bezel set East-West fashion, flanked on each side by 12 total prong set round brilliant. Joseph Jewelers
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Location: Villa Bellamare, East Beach, St. Simons Island. Attire: Frances Valentine Navy Alice Midi Navy Poppy Poly Dupion and Paulavo Pink Velvet. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT white gold seed pearl bracelet, two white gold stations, bar clasp accented with 14 full cut diamonds combined weight of 0.17 carat; 18k white and yellow gold ring with cushion cut peridot. 8.84 carats, double diamond halo 1.0 carats; 14KT yellow gold Mabe Pearl earrings, featuring two Mabe Pearls, 18x18mm, bezel set; accented at the bottom with two oval cabochon rubies, bezel set East-West fashion, flanked on each side by 12 total prong set round brilliant. Joseph Jewelers.
I SPY
The return of the Khaki Dress. Jet set in an equestrian scarf with notes of orange and navy. Frame with Mabe pearl earrings, gold square link collar and white and gold diamond bangle.
Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Bari dress by Finley Typewriter Cloth; woven bag with toggle; Gabor Sand Suede. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT yellow gold polished square link collar; 14KT white and yellow gold wide bracelet striped checkerboard design; 14KT yellow gold Mabe pearl and black enamel earrings. Joseph Jewelers.
READY. SET. GO.
Chino slacks, comfy sweater, and cashmere pom pom wrap, paired with tapered hoop diamond earrings, steal the show.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Brax Mary S pant; Hinson Wu ¾ Sleeve Tammny White; HiHo Julie Sweater White/Dominica Orange; Captiva Cashmere Pom-Pom Triangle Wrap; Equestrian scarf. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT white gold and natural diamond bangle, featuring a center row of baguettes, 2.487 carats combined, with a row of round diamonds on either side; 14KT white gold earrings, 122 prong-set natural round brilliant-cut diamonds. Joseph Jewelers.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Brax Mary S pant; Hinson Wu ¾ Sleeve Tammny White; HiHo Julie Sweater White/Dominica Orange; Captiva Cashmere Pom-Pom Triangle Wrap; Equestrian scarf. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT white gold and natural diamond bangle, featuring a center row of baguettes, 2.487 carats combined, with a row of round diamonds on either side; 14KT white gold earrings, 122 prong-set natural round brilliant-cut diamonds. Joseph Jewelers.
COOL POOL
Kick back poolside in a Kaftan. Keep it peachy with a shimmering shell bag and vintage braided necklace. Finish with door knocker earrings.
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Just Darviny Kaftan Echo; Scarlett Evening Bag; Gabor Samtchevreau Sand. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT yellow gold vintage flat braided necklace; 18KT yellow gold Door Knocker type earrings, non-pierced. Joseph Jewelers
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Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Just Darviny Kaftan Echo; Scarlett Evening Bag; Gabor Samtchevreau Sand. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 14KT yellow gold vintage flat braided necklace; 18KT yellow gold Door Knocker type earrings, non-pierced. Joseph Jewelers.
STYLE EDGE
Stand on the style edge in a white suit. Pair with gold double link charm bracelet and chunky oval earrings. Cuff 70s inspired shirt sleeves loosely -- very loosely. Make Pacino's Tony Montana proud.
Nina Dunaway, Empire Sky Co.
Estelle and Finn Ruched Sleeve Jacket Ivory and Front Zip Ankle Pant Ivory; Finley Wrap Top; Frances Valentine Lexi Heel Color Platino. Planters Exchange. Jewelry: 18KT yellow gold hollow oval shaped earrings; 14KT yellow gold high polish Omega collar high dome concave design; 14KT white and yellow gold slide with prowling panther slide measure; 14KT yellow gold solid double link charm bracelet; 14KT white-yellow gold open diamond criss cross 1.01 carat ring. Joseph Jewelers.
