Welcome to Newport Stylephile, lifestyle blog that celebrates the Newport 
way of life.
Newport is more than just one of the most storied cities in the world; it’s a state of mind. It’s crisp white pants paired with a French boat neck top boasting navy nautical stripes. It’s sipping a Dark n’ Stormy on a hot summer day overlooking the sea. It’s embracing the salt water spray cooling you during an afternoon sail spent perched on the bow and asking, ‘Is there anywhere else in the world I’d rather be?’ (The answer, of course, is no.)
There’s a reason why Newport’s inspired style has been featured in publications and on programs around the world (because that literally used to be my job as the PR person for the destination!), but Newport is more than just canvas totes, anchor embellishments and boat shoes, and that’s the dish I’m here to share. Enjoy the blog, which has been featured in Conde Nast Traveler on Rhode Island Monthly’s RI Daily and more, and post your comments to let me know what treasures you uncover in the City-by-the-Sea!
The Newport Stylephile is written by me, Andrea E. McHugh. I’m a freelance writer, communications pro and content creator specializing in lifestyle topics including travel, food + wine, style, beauty, homes, weddings and wellness. I’m also a regular style contributor on The Rhode Show on WPRI, the Southern New England CBS station, because I love to share my finds!
My work has appeared in Family Circle, the Hartford Courant, Classic Boat Magazine, Baltimore Magazine, Cape Cod Home, Daily Candy, Design Sponge, Northern Virginia Sun Gazette newspapers, Ocean Avenue, New England Gala Weddings, Providence Monthly, ArtisansList.com and more. I’ve previously served as an editor for Newport Life and Newport Weddings magazines, and for more websites than I can count. In various roles, I’ve appeared on Good Morning America, in CondeNastTraveler.com, NBC 10 and as a panelist and moderator at a variety of meeting and conferences.
Say hi at hello [at] newportstylephile [dot] com.
Looking so good – this is a great comprehensive way to find out what’s happening .
Thanks! And I adore thedailybasics.com
love your blog! I do like to know what is happening in my own backyard!
thanks!
Thanks, Suegray! Your work is fabulous!
Your blog looks awesome and I am learning so much here. Great content and I am bookmarking this now.
Thrilled to hear that! Many thanks!!!
Hey Andrea,
Just realized you write this–I will come back often! I agree with your review of Tallujahs! Outstanding.
Cheers,
gwen
Hi Gwen! Thanks, and it’s been too long! Would love to feature your clothing too soon- will email you:)
-a
Hi Andrea….I saw your Facebook on Uncle Wayne’s site. I’m Phyllis’ son. We met several times in Virginia a long time ago. I’m so sorry about Aunt Pat. She was a favorite of mine. I miss her dearly. Your blog looks great…So do you…Take care…Rich
Hi Rich- will email you- so nice to hear from you! Aunt Pat was a favorite of just about everyone she met I think- dearly missed!
Please add me to the e-mail list
Absolutely – email your address to newportstylephile@yahoo.com. Thank you!
Thank you! I’ve always wished to visit Newport. A friend of mine from the sailing team at Cornell is from Newport, and I’ve always wanted to see the America’s Cup there 🙂
The best part about Newport is it’s beautiful all year long!
Great steals and deals – we are hooked!
Being a native Newporter, Its so good to know that Newport is in good handsvia Stylephile.
Best,
Tyrone Spencer
Thanks so much Tyrone- isn’t it great blogging and social media can keep us connected the the places we love?! xo
Hi Andrea! I met you the other night at the FILM party. I had to come and visit your blog after our conversation. I had been here before, but wow….I love it! It is such a great resource for people to get an idea of what Newport’s style really is. I hope you swing by my blog as well sometime….if you can’t remember it you can find me on facebook. Otherwise, I will be visiting again, and thanks for all the info. It was really fun chatting with you Saturday.
So enjoyed meeting you and hearing about your blog (it’s awesome!)… Can’t wait to see your most recent photo shoot images!!!
Hey Stylephile,
I am opening a new store in April on Bellevue Avenue called The Sea Star Collection. Check me out on Facebook and let me know if you would like to get together to talk about it. The store will feature coastal home furnishings, gifts and jewelry with “high seas style”. The website has a very small representation of what I will carry. I am very excited about it!!! Pam
I’d love to chat about your new store! How about next week? I’ll shoot you an email, and thanks for reaching out!
i just discovered this blog on the eve of moving across the country to seattle… i’m so bummed, i’ve loved living in newport and love the style of the city–glad i can visit virtually!
Thank you so much for the sweet words! Honored Newport Stylephile can deliver a little City-by-the-Sea to the Northwest!
Andrea, Do you also write freelance articles? I saw your name on an article in the Hartford Courant. We’re interested in having someone in CT write about our upcoming 30th anniversary studio tour on Cape Ann, MA. Check us out at http://www.capeannartisans.com. Sigrid Olsen, the fashion designer, was one of our founding members and now has a gallery on Rocky Neck in Gloucester. You can respond to me at http://www.martymorganpots.com Hope to hear from you!
I do, thank you. I’ll be in touch~
Hi! I would love for you to check out my new shop in Newport on Franklin St! It features my handcrafted one of a kind jewelry and other artisan work. You can also find my new pieces on my Facebook page. Facebook.com/athaliaofnewport and Facebook.com/athaliaoriginals.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Emily
Hi Andrea, Thanks so much for featuring Isherwood & Company on the Rhode Show. I’ll be in touch once we can reveal our new location. We should have lots of new material for you. Happy Holidays!
Nancy