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Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be a graphic of magazine, poster and text that says 'B THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST The therapist-turned-stylist therapist- on the the pieces keeping her thepieceskeepingher.cool.cam, cool, calm, and collected all season long.'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be a graphic of magazine, poster, newspaper and text that says 'THE STYLE Boston Tara West west spent over a decade as a marriage and family therapist. Now she's helping people feel more confident through the power of personal style.'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be a doodle of magazine, poster and text that says 'Boston THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE SKIRT "The soft structure and subtle texture of this skirt give it it an elegant feel while still being modern and wear." to Odcch Odechtexturcdskirt textured skirt $745 FRENCH FRENCH+ITALIAN + ITALIAN'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be an image of leather, slingback shoes, strap, poster, magazine, sandals and text that says 'Boston THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE SHOES "Lido" flat sandals $1, $1,350 BOTTEGA VENETA "The 'Lido' sandal is one of those pieces you will wear constantly all summer. I love that it works just as well with a dress as it does with a swimsuit and sarong on the the way to the pool."'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be an image of purse, basket, clutch, magazine and text that says 'Boston THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE BAG "Celine's 'Braided Panier' is the ultimate summer bag. It has that imeless raffia texture that instantly elevates a warm-weather outfit while still being practical." "Braided Panier" handbag $1,450 CELINE'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be an image of top, magazine and text that says 'Boston THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE JEANS "My clients are always searching for the perfect white jean, and this pair from Mother Denim is one of my favorites." Mother Denim "Cream Puff Headliner Sneak" jeans $238 GRETTA LUXE'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be a graphic of jewelry, bangle, magazine, poster and text that says 'Boston THESTYLEFILES THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE EARRINGS Diamond huggies with pink rhodium $8, $8,250 THE VAULT NANTUCKET "Pink is the color of summer. From soft blush to vibrant hot pink, it instantly makes a look feel playful and confident. I love these Katherine Jetter huggie hoops because they add the perfect pop of color while still feeling chic and effortless."'.

Photo by Boston Magazine on August 03, 2026. May be an image of one or more people, makeup, poster, magazine and text that says 'Boston THE STYLE FILES TARA WEST THE FACIAL $350 STUDIO L BODY & FACE SPA "The Bucca Facial by Ligia Goncalves is one of the most transformative treatments. It works deep within the facial muscles to release tension, reduce puffiness, and naturally sculpt the face."'.

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Meet Tara West, a therapist-turned-stylist who traded over a decade of counseling couples for a new mission—helping people to find themselves and to be more confident one outfit at a time. Swipe to see the staples getting her through the season. 🖋️ by Jaci Conry (@jaciboston) Photo credits: Lisa Richov @lisarichov (West); courtesy of @frenchanditalian (skirt); courtesy of @newbottega (shoe); courtesy of @celine (bag); Getty images (facial); courtesy of designer Katherine Jetter via @thevaultnantucket (earrings); courtesy of @grettaluxe (jeans) #stylefiles #summeressentials #boston #musthaves #Shakespeareonthecommon

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