The Journal
Stories from the shore.
Style, travel and everything in between.
What to Wear in Portofino: A Men's Style Guide
By four in the afternoon, the harbor in Portofino looks like it is doing its best impression of a postcard. Pastel buildings stack above the water, a handful...
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MallorcaSeptember 09, 2026
What to Wear in Mallorca: A Men's Style Guide
From Port de Sóller to the beach club at Formentor: what men should actually pack and wear for a week in Mallorca, fr...
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pool daySeptember 09, 2026
What to Wear for a Pool Day at a Hotel or Villa
A hotel pool or private villa isn't the beach. Here's how to dress for a pool day that works from the sun lounger thr...
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craftsmanshipSeptember 02, 2026
These Aren't Features, They're Decisions: How CÔTE CHIC Swim Shorts Are Built
From the embroidered CC monogram to the flat waistband and hidden zip pockets — a walk through every construction dec...
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saleAugust 26, 2026
End of Summer: Up to 30% Off the Full Collection
The full COTE CHIC Summer 2026 collection is 20% off. No code needed. Limited stock remaining.
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buying guideAugust 19, 2026
Why the Best Swim Shorts Aren't Made of Linen
Linen looks the part. But for swim shorts, polyester-elastane outperforms it in every way that matters. Here is what ...
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beach clubAugust 13, 2026
How to Dress at a Beach Club: A Men's Guide
The beach club has its own unspoken dress code. Here is how to get it right, from the swim shorts you choose to the c...
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boat dayAugust 05, 2026
What to Wear on a Boat Day: A Men's Guide
A day on the water sounds simple until you're regretting your outfit before the anchor drops. Here's how to dress wel...
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care guideJuly 28, 2026
How to Wash Swim Shorts and Keep Them Looking New
You've probably ruined a decent pair of swim shorts without realizing it. Not on the beach. In the washing machine. A...
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