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    PORT-SIDE PLUNDER

    Floral motifs blooming in vibrant monochrome are something to smile about.

    Chloé swimsuit, $395; modaoperandi.com. Christy Rilling Studio headband.

    Fashion Editor: Tonne Goodman.

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    EASY BREEZY

    Fluttering, intertwined layers are the perfect elemental counterpoint to a deep-blue sea.

    Narciso Rodriguez silk dress, $2,195; Bergdorf Goodman, NYC. Eres bikini top, $135; 888.656.ERES.

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    EARNING YOUR STRIPES

    Just off St. Barth’s volcanic shoreline, Smalls steers the traditional marinière look sideways with vertical Breton stripes and an abbreviated top. Michael Kors cashmere sweater ($895) and broadcloth mini shorts ($595); select Michael Kors stores.

    BEAUTY NOTE
    Pare down your regimen, amp up your sunscreen: Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Sun Indulgence Lotion for Face SPF 30 delivers broad-spectrum protection with a subtle beachy scent.

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    MAKING A SPLASH

    As the wild sea breaks randomly on shallow reefs, a cocktail dress with a bold two-tone finish splits the difference between black and white equally.

    Dior silk-cady dress; select Dior boutiques.

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    OUT-OF-BODY EXPERIENCE

    Like skinny-dipping through antiquity: Lanvin’s trompe l’oeil photo print, modeled on classical alabaster sculpture, catches everyone looking.

    Silk dress, $3,450; Lanvin, NYC.

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    LOCAL COLOR

    While Demarchelier has had a house on St. Barth’s for years, Smalls—along with her deep V–cut sleeveless dress—is simply taking a thrilling temporary plunge.

    Céline dress with webbings, $3,600; Kirna Zabête, NYC. Giambattista Valli studded sandals.

    Shot on location at Eden Rock, St. Barth’s.

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    PALETTE CLEANSER

    It’s the Cubist-inspired patterns of this intricately assembled dress that catch our eye—though Smalls appears to be focusing her attentions elsewhere.

    Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière silk-guipure lace dress with foliage embroidery; Balenciaga, NYC. Tod’s sandals.

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    SHIPSHAPE

    Cruising aboard her own private lido surveying an endless tranquil sea, Smalls seems to be contemplating the effect of latitude on attitude.

    Lanvin deep V–neck bodysuit, $690, Lanvin, Chicago. Eric Javits bucket hat. Rochas belts.

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    OFF THE WALL

    A swirling geometric dress that travels easily from day to evening makes floating like a butterfly seem simple.

    Proenza Schouler printed-chiffon dress, $3,350; Proenza Schouler, NYC. Tod’s sandals.

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    HIGH DEFINITION

    Exhibit A in why the simplest story is usually the best story—certainly when proportion and silhouette and clean-cut lines speak this loudly.

    Roland Mouret top, $1,141; select Neiman Marcus stores. Polo Ralph Lauren pocket square, worn as a head scarf.

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    ARCH OF TRIUMPH

    Living proof of why midriff-grazing tops, once reserved strictly for the beach, are having their moment in the sun as a fresh look for day.

    Miu Miu silk top ($765) and skirt ($1,215); select Miu Miu boutiques. Hermès sandals.

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    CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF

    St. Barth’s tiny Gustaf III Airport is tucked in tight next to St. Jean beach—giving Smalls (and Demarchelier) a tailor-made photo op.

    Marni check-print dress, $2,160; select Neiman Marcus stores.

    In this story: hair, Jimmy Paul for Bumble and Bumble; makeup, Christian McCulloch. Produced by Float & Shoot, St. Barth’s. Details, see April's In This Issue.