VIBE

Unlike most of the other boutiques in this chichi neighborhood, Calypso St. Barth eschews stuffy look-but-don’t-touch-ism for a cheerfully laidback vibe. Fitting, considering they specialize in fun, no-fuss fashions for the island-hopping set. Bright colors and whimsical touches like easy silk wrap dresses and delicate lace skirts add a summery, feminine edge to the line, but many of the elegantly crafted pieces are wardrobe staples that work all year round.

USE A PURCHASE FROM HERE FOR

Beach vacation; summery look

WHY WE LIKE IT

Calypso St. Barth may be approaching its 20th birthday, but we think the fashions are as fresh, fun, and flirty as ever. We love how they manage to keep their pieces timeless while incorporating the latest trends. And for jetsetting gals like us, the eminently packable fabrics make the threads a total win for a wrinkle-free life. Great spot for elegant, wearable, and delicately crafted pieces that will be in your wardrobe forever.

GOOD TO KNOW

Though the Madison Avenue location only stocks Calypso’s women’s line, other NYC locations also offer homewares. Bargain hunters should definitely check out their outlet, Calypso Au Marché, on Broome Street in SoHo. We’re also big fans of Calypso St. Barth’s Palm Beach location.

OTHER LOCATIONS

Meatpacking District (New York); Nolita (New York); SoHo (New York); Tribeca (New York); Hamptons (New York); Arizona; California; Connecticut; Florida; Illinois; Massachusetts; Tennessee; Texas; St. Barth

CLOSEST COMPS

Calypso St. Barth (Palm Beach); Eye of the Needle (Palm Beach); Matthew Williamson (London)

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