Americana Style for Home & Travel

I consider myself pretty patriotic. I tear up every time we sing God Bless the USA and feel an undeniable swell of pride when I see classic bunting draped across a front porch just so. There’s something about this time of year. The sun-soaked days, bare feet on dock boards, and the gentle rhythm of family life at the lake that brings it all rushing back.

This month, we’re embracing that spirit and sharing our take on Americana Style not as a theme, but as a feeling. A nostalgic yet timeless summer story told through thoughtful design and lifestyle pieces you can bring into your home or pack up for your next lake weekend. Simple, sentimental, and effortlessly charming, just the way summer should feel.

The Dogwood Proper Americana Edit:

Below are our favorite picks for a proper summer, whether you’re styling your guest room, packing up for the lake, or setting the table for a dinner under the stars. Each one links directly to a product we love and would use ourselves.

LAMP

We love the Wilhelmina table lamp (named after the historic Dutch queen) hand-made in Amsterdam.

VASES

The Cayman Seagrass Vase (set of two) adds the perfect touch of coastal charm to your home.

CABINET

There's something so striking about this Wood Storage Cabinet and how it feels as though you've had for generations.

TUMBLERS

You have to zoom in on the Ocean Amalia Acrylic Large Tumblers to see the incredible detail. They make the perfect glasses for a seaside spirtz or al fresco dining at home.

HAT

If there's one hat you need, it's this Valentine Hat. A modern take on the classic fedora and perfectly packable.

LINEN NAPKINS

The perfect compliment to a weekend brunch are these incredible linen napkins. They come in so many beautiful and bright colors!

CANDLE

This is one of our favorite candles - we love it so much we'll be carrying it in our own shop soon.

ART

This is hands down one of our favorite art pieces "No Phones Allowed" by the talented Nick Mele.

SWEATER

Nothing says Americana Style like a classic Americana Sweater.

DOOR STOPPER

This screams coastal elegance. We love this rope door stop from Serena + Lily.

BAMBOO FLATWARE

A high-quality, 20-piece bamboo flatware set would serve up incredible style. Pun intended.

SUMMER READ

I just finished the Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand! Another one of our brilliant Nantucket novels filled with sun-soaked drama.

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