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Damson Madder Tish Bow Print Midi Dress

8/28/2024

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Bows are one of those trends that aren't a trend for me. I've been clipping bows in my hair since middle school, and I was constantly on the hunt for dresses with a bow detail. I had a big moment with Lauren James in college, and their bow-back seersucker dresses. So when I noticed bows were on the rise this year, I was ready to fully embrace it!

This dress is from Damson Madder took the bow thing very seriously with this midi dress. We have an allover bow print, and double bow-tie details at the back! I ordered this perhaps embarassingly quickly. It's has a smocked bodice similar to my beloved Nap Dresses, but the waistline is dropped on this one which adds an extra, modern touch.  

I styled it up with my baby blue Mary Jane heels by Sezane, blue Kate Spade satchel and a Grace & Grandeur bow to tie-in the whole bow thing! 
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Hill House Home Blythe Bow Dress

8/17/2024

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I think this might be the first black thing that's made it onto the blog? I'm not much of a neutrals gal, and much less a chic LBD girl. I have long rebelled against the idea that every woman needs a little black dress- until I saw this one. Enter the Blythe dress by Hill House Home. 

I would act like it's a mystery as to why I was drawn to this dress, but it was the bows. Clearly, I was drawn to the bows. However, the fit and structure of this frock is what made me fall in love with it. 

First off, it's made of the loveliest structured woven fabric. It gives a statement-making, fit-and-flare look. Second, this is technically a micro mini at 30" long. However; as a petite gal, it's the perfect playful mini-length for me! 

I styled it with some cap-toe slingbacks from Amazon, a pearl beaded bag and a white bow to match the bows down the front by Grace & Grandeur. 
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Hill House Ribbon Charlotte Mini Dress

7/17/2024

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Another Hill House summer piece, what can I say? They know how to make a frilly summer dress like no other!

The Charlotte is a new silhouette this year- we have our classic nap dress smocked bodice topped with ribbon tie straps, and an ultra-twirly tiered, knife-pleated skirt. The result is a delightfully cupcake-y mini dress! The pink vine-adorned basketweave watercolor print by Leïla Dubus is the perfect playfully, summery print. I'm wearing an XXS, which is my typical nap dress size. 

I styled it up with some braided raffia platform sandals, my Kate Spade woven bag, and a petite pink hair bow.

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Free People High Strung Romper

7/3/2024

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I've always been a huge fan of a polka-dotted piece. The combo of the polka dots, halter neckline and drop waistline give this romper a very 1950's swimsuit look- in the best way possible. 

Drop waistline silhouettes are on the rise this summer, and this is the first I've dabbled with it. It's much more flattering than I was anticipating! As a short-torso gal, I wasn't sure if it'd work on me- but the halter strap makes it easy to adjust for your proportions. And aren't the bow details on the ruched skirt so sweet? 

I styled it here with my buggy sunglasses, Kate Spade strawberry-adorned raffia bag and Sam Edelman pearl sandals. If I really wanted to lean into the '50s look, I'd opt for some white Keds!
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Lemon Print Dress from Petal & Pup

6/26/2024

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I'm a sucker for a fruit print. I very vividly remember the piece that sparked this love for me- it was a lemon printed romper I picked up from Francesca's in high school. It was blue with the bright lemons allover and finished with ruffle-hem shorts and a bow at the back. I wore it to death. It's still hanging in a closet at my mother's house, because I can't get myself to part with it.  

While that romper is a bit small and not quite my style anymore- my love of a fruit print persists! I couldn't resist this pretty lemon adorned mini dress from Petal & Pup. This one feels elevated with it's more muted, almost tile-inspired print. It's classic a-line silhouette with the cinched, smocked waistband and swingy skirt just feels so fun too. And, it's topped with a bow! Instant summer staple in my book.

​I paired it with some pink raffia platforms to bring out the tiny pops of pink florals in the dress, my Kate Spade raffia bag, and topped things off with a Grace & Grandeau hair bow in the most perfect lemon yellow shade.  
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Blue Toile Print Romper

6/19/2024

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One of my favorite grandmillennial style prints is a toile. It's the perfect mix of vintage charm and cutesy! At least for my wardrobe.

This toile print romper is from Lulu's! The print is a mix of florals and wildlife; including foxes, bunnies and butterlfies. A fit-and-flare silhouette is a longstanding favorite of mine, and this one being in a romper makes it an easy pick for summer! We have a square neckline, ruffled straps and a tailored bodice that flares into structured shorts.

​I styled it up here with some flower earrings, gold strappy heels and a pearl bag all from Lulu's as well! Topped things off with a Grace & Grandeur bow, because my outfits just don't feel complete unless I do.
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Hill House Elise Dress in Hyacinth Organza Dot

6/12/2024

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What can I say, I'm having a nap dress summer!  This pretty little nmber is another pick from Hill House's summer collection.

Do I have any weddings, events or plans on my calender that call for a dress this special? Nope! But there was something about the layers of scalloped, Swiss-dotted organza I couldn't resist. This dress is just special, and unlike any others in my closet. Which is saying something!

The twirls on this layered skirt are so fun, I couldn't stop smiling! It feels very 'gown shaped like a pastry' in the best way imaginable. The bow shoulder straps are a sweet touch, too.

I styled it with some raffia heels with pearl embellishments, a charm necklace, and some flower earrings I picked up from Anthropologie that match the dress perfectly!​ 
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Quince 100% Cotton Smocked Midi Dress

6/5/2024

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A familiar smocked style, from a new brand! This smocked, flutter sleeve midi dress was gifted to me by Quince. Quince is all about making high quality wardrobe staples at a lower price by selling DTC, direct to consumer. So we are skipping a few steps in the supply chain (sourcing agents, warehousing, wholesaling, distribution, storefront retail) and selling right to us through their website.  

I have a few silk blouses from Quince in my wardrobe already, but this is my first dress! And it didn't dissapoint. Since this isn't sponsored- I'll compare it to my beloved Nap Dress from Hill House Home.

We have a very similar smocked bodice, flutter sleeves, and midi skirt. This Quince style doesn't have pockets, and runs true to size. The cotton is a crisp, lightweight poplin and is unlined. Do I still favor the original Nap Dress? Absolutely. But if you're looking for a solid, lower-cost option? This is a fabulous choice!

I styled it here with some Gold sneakers, chunky layering necklace, and some Amazon sunnies. Special guest of today's blog post is my sweet baby puppy, Piper!
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Matilda Mini Dress in Cherry Organza Dot

5/29/2024

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If you're noticing a change of scenery with the desert plants, sandy ground and adobe homes in the background- it's because I'm in Santa Fe! Just for a  month summer-stint for my husband's job, which I won't get into because you're here for the dress, right? 

Officially my third Nap Dress Summer having shopped Hill House's summer collection- and they've outdone themselves this year. This dress was one that instantly caght my eye with the floaty organda topped with cherry red clip dotting and finished with an embroidered scallop trim.  

This is a new Nap Dress style for me, the Matilda mini. I adore the classically femme silhouette with the square neckline, voluminous puff sleeves, and empire waistline that flares into a mini skirt. And isn't the scalloped hem just so sweet? If yo can't tell, I adore this dress.  

I styled it up with a strawberry-printed hair scarf, raffia & embroidered bag by Kate Spade, floral applique heels from Target, and my new favorite buggy sunglasses. 
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Lisa Says Gah Picnic Alfresco Mini Dress

5/22/2024

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I am a sucker for a quirky print. I think it started in the early 2010's with the onset of New Girl and twee style. Modcloth walked so Lisa Says Gah could run, if you will!

This Picnic Alfresco print is like if you laid out your most fabulous & fresh picnic spread on a classic gingham table cloth, and turned it into fabric. A large-scale blue gingham adorned with fruits, veggies, salt and pepper shakers and of course the picnic basket. 

​I picked up the print in this femme take on a shirt dress; with a split-front bodice topped with double bow tie details. I styled it up with my Dolce Vita raffia mary jane flats, a raffia tote and a bow-adorned claw clip from Anthropologie.  
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