My Favorite Picks From The Tommy Bahama Friends and Family Sale
Walking into Tommy Bahama last week was the mental break I didn’t know I needed. I went in to scout the spring arrivals and liked the selection so much that I was back by the weekend to try some on. If you have a vacation on the horizon, or just want to feel like you do, these pieces are the bridge between “resort wear” and clothes you’ll actually wear at home.
Here’s what I tried on, and yes, several things came home with me. Their Friend’s and Family sale is running now through March 15th so everything is 25% off!
I started with a column of white under a striped blazer. It felt like a fresh look, in fabrics that span the seasons. The Aruba Stripe Casual Navy and White Blazer is made of stretch cotton fabric and is very comfortable. It could easily go over a summer dress, or a tee and jeans. The tailoring gives it a polished look, but the fabric steps down the business vibe.
I’m wearing it over this Addison Sleeveless Linen-Blend Sweater in pure white. It’s more opaque than I expected, so my nude bra doesn’t show through. The straps are very bra-friendly, and it also comes in black. This is an awesome piece to layer under things all summer long.
The Coastal Beach Cropped Chinos are full-length on me (which I prefer because they help elongate my look). These have a 27″ inseam and come in 5 other colors. The cotton blend has 3% spandex, which makes it very comfortable. Chinos are such a great alternative to jeans when the weather heats up.
This Sunset Harbor Lux Leo Lace-Up Dress is a beige and white leopard print in 100% cotton. It’s a great everyday dress with sleeves and pockets! Finally, someone understands what many women desire in a casual dress. The fabric is nice and substantial, so a slip would be optional…depending on your preference.
I topped it with one of Tommy Bahama’s all-time customer favorites, the Two Palms Linen Raw Edge Jacket. The jean jacket styling gives it the perfect relaxed vibe for a casual lifestyle. It’s machine washable, 100% linen, and comes in 5 colors. I spotted this palm tree-embroidered one online, which is perfect if you love prints! This chambray linen blend version was not in my store, but it’s now in my cart:)
I sized up to a medium in this Carmela Coastal Sands Wrap Dress, so I would have extra coverage in front (I always do that in a true wrap dress). It’s a gorgeous French blue and white, abstract print that’s very wearable. It’s made from recycled polyester and has UPF 30 sun protection.
This would be great with sandals or white tennies for casual, or you could switch it up with dressier shoes for a dinner out. The wrap shape is flattering on most silhouettes and gives the illusion of a waist on straight figures like mine. The fabric packs and travels like a dream.
These classic Boracay Bermuda 10″ Shorts are a cotton/tencel/spandex blend that’s very comfortable to sit in. They have side pockets and come in 5 colors, sizes 0-16. These have a polished vibe that’s perfect for everyday wear.
I topped them with this Linnea Linen Camp Shirt and white Linen Jacket. The shirt comes in 4 colors, and I’m wearing the French Blue. The sleeves are almost elbow length, which I appreciate these days, and the soft fabric is opaque. I report that because many of these light linen tops are see through, which drives me batty…whether I’m wearing a nude bra or not.
These Striped Beach Breeze Dobby Linen-Blend Easy Pants are so perfect for spring. I seldom wear patterns, but I love stripes, and when they’re in linen, they help to camouflage the inevitable wrinkles. I’m wearing the Margareta green, but they also come in French Blue, which wasn’t at my store, so now it’s in my cart. These are a linen/cotton blend and opaque, which I appreciate in hot weather.
There is a coordinating striped top, that I think might end up looking like PJs if worn together. I tossed this Cedar Linen Long-Sleeve Batuea Neck Sweater over my shoulders in the same green. It’s very lightweight, 100% linen, and it’s not opaque, so you’ll probably want to wear a tank under it. This comes in 5 colors and makes a great outer layer or scarf equivalent for warm weather.
This Ashby Isles Lux Leo 3/4 Sleeve Tee is a fun leopard print in soft aloe green. It’s a paler green than the Margarita above, and very pretty. This is 100% cotton with a slight shirttail hem that looks nice tucked or untucked. It also comes in a soft beige print.
On the left, I’m wearing it with these Bermuda shorts in kahki sand. On the right are their Relaxed Cropped Straight-Leg Cuff Jeans. They have a 30″ hem when uncuffed and 26″ when cuffed. These are a very soft denim and have just enough stretch.
More finds from Tommy Bahama
The best spring clothes don’t need to be complicated to look good. A few well-cut pieces in breathable fabrics can carry a lot of the load once the weather warms up. Think light layers, easy dresses, and polished separates that keep you comfortable without drifting into sloppy.
Are you a Tommy Bahama shopper?
No I’m not a TB shopper . I always just shopped there for my husband when we were in Florida. Now I’ve seen what you wore for us I’m definitely going to try them out. The styles you chose for us are great summer wear. We have a TB in Vancouver. My next trip there I’m in!