Pssst: I’m Shopping This ‘Rich Young Mom Aesthetic’ Limited Edition Resortwear
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I have a 9-month-old, so there is obviously no way I’m taking a real vacation this year (new parents know). But I want to feel and look like I went on vacation, and I’m doing that by investing in some strategic resortwear. One collection that caught my professional shopper eye is the Johnny Was x Paolita collab which actually launched May 15—just in time for summer and vacation (or rather, staycation) planning.
The collection actually is meant for beach-y, sun-soaked adventures: It features five swimuits (a bikini top and bottom, a tank one-piece, a surf shirt, and a ruched one-piece), flow-y trousers, beach hat, platform sandals, a few cover-ups, a shirt and short set, and a stunning summer midi dress. The colors are a mix of sky blue, coral, and bright palm tree green—exactly the kind of palette you picture when you think of a much-needed getaway. It’s like a 2025 version of Lilly Pulitzer that’s giving “rich young, cool mom” but in a more effortless way.
Shop my favorite pieces below, and get ready for whatever type of vacation you’re manifesting.
Constructed from a lightweight rayon fabric, this is the ultimate summer dress. With details like the off-the-shoulder ruffle, tiered design, and waist tie, this design is begging to be worn to dinner al fresco, complete with ceviche and chilled margaritas. You can pair this sandals, or even dress it up with some heels—it’s versatile enough!
I find it so hard to find an actually chic kaftan! But after a dip in the pool, it’s so easy to just throw this on over my swimsuit and feel covered and cute, especially with the frill-trimmed sleeves and adjustable tie. The rayon-silk material is so soft and luxe looking and feeling—you’ll want to wear this piece all summer long.
Just because I’ll be soaking up summer at the local pool instead of in Mexico doesn’t mean I have to wear last year’s swimsuit. This stunning suit, which features Paolita’s signature tropical design, is strategically ruched to give you a more flattering fit (as a new mom and new body, I appreciate this). I love a swimsuit with a classic square neckline—throw on a high waist skirt, and it basically doubles as a tank.
I’m also eyeing this tank one-piece which is more block-y!
