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Milla Jovivich reading on the beach. Photograph by Carter Smith for British Vogue. All outfits available on our favorite site: net-a-porter.com
When we’re not cooking, eating, wining or dining, we’re still always thinking about food. Now that summer is in full swing, what’s better than sitting by the beach with a great book that happens to also transport your tastebuds? As its not always practical lugging around our Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management, we’ve put together a list of great summer reads perfect for foodies and non-foodies alike. Paired with these fabulous summer outfits, these literary escapes are a great way to indulge the soul.
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Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler. Sensi Studio mini dress and Dolce & Gabbana straw beach tote
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The Chef’s Apprentice by Elle Newmark. Mara Hoffman bikini and Aquazurra wedges. Mediterranean Summer by David Shalleck. Melissa Odabach striped bikini and Zimmerman lace dress.
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Heat by Bill Buford. Solid and Striped + Poppy Delevigne tunic and Andrea Fohrman necklace. The Billionaire’s Vinegar by Benjamin Wallace. L’Agent by Agent Provocateur cut-out swimsuit and Ileana Makri diamond earrings.