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Hello there! If you've been around here, you know I love Red Dress boutique. Their stuff is so darling and unique, and everything always feels so special. Most of their stuff is usually under $100, and with their Black Friday sale it is the perfect time to refresh your winter wardrobe! I was so excited when they reached out to see if I wanted to share some picks, so here is what I picked up.
And now for the good stuff- the sale details! You can shop anything from reddress.com for 25% off with code FAMILY25 through Monday. They also have lots of great gift ideas- including coziness from Barefoot dreams & Z Supply PJ's! Let me know what's on your wishlist
Emily
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Hello there! If you've been following along with my little online outfit diary, it is no secret that I have been a big fan of ChicWish over the years. I adore their variety of unique, feminine styles that you just can't find anywhere else. So when they reached out to see if I wanted to try out some pieces from their lates collection, I of course said yes!
These pieces all fit true to size, and the quality feels just as good as any of my higher end pieces in my closet! The shipping was fast, and it was all even better than it looked online. Can't wait for them to start bringing out their holiday collection!
Let me know which is your favorite! Emily Hello there! Gift giving is my very favorite things, so making these gift guides is always one of my favorite things too! I will keep these updated throughout the holiday season, and you can just click any of them to shop! Now let's get into it- Gift Ideas for Her:      Gift Ideas for Him   Hello there! As much as I do love fall fashion I do get sad tucking away my frilly & floral bits as the weather cools, and the leaves turn color. But today I teamed up with Morning Lavender to share some frilly, feminine pieces perfect to take into fall!
I'm not delusional- I know I won't be able to wear these outfits into fall once Minnesota decides it is actually time for winter. But, I will be able to wear these all again in spring! I'll pair them with some white sneakers or sandals, and a straw bag. Which do you prefer- sweater weather, or sundress weather? I bet you can guess my favorite!
Emily Hello there! Fall is one of my favorite times of year- the prettiest trees, leaves dancing across the pavement, an abundance of pumpkin spiced treats, and the fashion. As much as I adore my frilly, floral dresses- who can resist cozy knits, deeper shades, and stylish layers. And living in Minnesota again, I actually get to embrace fall fashion in a way I never got to in Texas! And, we are in closer proximity to the Mall Of America. So when they invited me to come do some fall shopping at my favorite stores, I couldn't pass it up! It has been a while since I've gone shopping in person. Some combination of the Pandemic and being a homebody? But Ben and I drug ourselves out on a Friday night to do some shopping! So, let me show you what I put together from what I picked up.    This top I grabbed from Madewell is the perfect summer-to-fall piece. It has some of my favorite feminine details like embroidered florals, puff sleeves, and even a tiered ruffle! And this spiced orange color is not one I had in my closet up until this point. And I have to say, I adore it! The gals at the MOA Madewell said this has been super, popular piece, and I can see why. And if this orange isn't your thing, it comes in another color too! I paired it with some relaxed fit denim, white booties, a braided velvet headband to add some more autumnal elements to the outfit. I also have a Free People 'Adella' lace bralette layered underneath that I picked up on our trip, which you can't see. Oops!    And this is the second outfit I put together! This sweater is another Madewell pick, and a very classic Emily piece. Ben actually asked if I had it already when I picked it up... At least I'm consistent? Love this warm rose blush color for fall, the cozy puffed sleeves, and the square neckline adds a trending touch. This also comes in cream, a dark green, and a mustard yellow that I was very tempted by! But, I had to go with the pink. I paired it with this brown houndstooth pleated skirt I picked up from Abercrombie. I was so happy to see that the back of this skirt was elasticated! What do you think of these pleated skirts that are so on trend this season.
After some shopping Ben & I headed to Crave for dinner. So I got some new fall pieces, and Ben got a yummy burger out of the trip! Successful date night for the Riley's. Thank you so much to MOA style for having us! Which do you prefer- shopping online or in person? Emily    Hello there!
I am always shocked when people still adhere to the whole 'no white after Labor Day' thing. As a Stitch Fix stylist, I was reminded of the rule actually while styling, and having people not so happy receiving white pieces close to this imaginary deadline. Sure, it is close to the end of summertime- but I wear light colors all year round! I guess it has more to do with your personal style, but I wanted to share how I will be wearing white after Labor Day. This white maxi dress is from ChicWish, and is so pretty with the dainty floral appliqué detailing. Of course this would be stunning with some sandals at the beach, or paired with heels for a bridal event- but I wanted to style it more for fall to prove a point. I paired it with my favorite white booties, and my favorite wide-brimmed had to add another little autumnal touch. I'd finish the look with a little brown, or blush leather clutch bag! I'm not going to lie, I forgot my bag when I was taking these pictures, and didn't have the energy to turn around & go home to grab it. So let's just imagine, okay? As the temperatures drop, this would be cute paired with a denim jacket over the shoulders. If you're chic, you could even try them with some knee-high boots for a chic, Parisian-styled look. So, where are my fellow 'white-after-Labor Day' rebels? Emily    Hello there!
Yes, I know we are still in the hottest part of summer. But seeing all of the pretty autumnal florals and light knits starting to pop up in stores is getting me giddy for dropping temperatures. Living in Minnesota has re-ignited my love for fall, as it is truly the most stunning part of the year here. You know, before the traditional mid-October snow storm. Actually, is that a great excuse to start wearing some fall floral dresses while I have the chance in summer...? This maxi skirt has those trendy retro-inspired florals that are going to be everywhere this fall, in these prettiest blushed neutrals. I mean, how could I pass it up? It is from Red Dress Boutique, who always have the prettiest dresses & skirts year round! Here I styled it with a sage green bodysuit to pick up some of those colors in the skirt, white booties, and my $10 Walmart denim jacket. When fall actually arrives in MN, I'll swap the knotted headband for a hat, and the tank bodysuit for a long sleeve, or mock neck top. Was I sweating taking these pictures? Absolutely. But I have been wearing it with the bodysuit and sandals, and loving it just as much! xo, Emily     Hello there! I remember in the midst of early pandemic life in 2020 of seeing headlines about the 'Nap Dress'. I even had people sending me the links and asking for my opinion, as the resident dress connoisseur. I didn't get the excitement over these branded 'Nap Dresses', as I find just about every dress comfortable enough to nap in. I don't know if this is odd- but I think I would nap in just about every dress in my closet. And I do. Especially throughout this pandemic, I have really doubled down on the thought that dresses are the most comfortable option! Especially the smocked ones, but again I didn't see anything particularly special about these 'Nap Dresses'. Spring of 2021 I started seeing more and more of the Hill House Nap Dress, and actually ended up falling in love with their English Garden collection. I however didn't realize that by this point that had somewhat of a cult following, only to find that everything in these pretty florals was sold out. I needed another smocked 'prairie girl' dress like a hole in the head, but I told myself if the 'Pastel Trellis' print came back in stock or if I found one second hand, I'd have to try one for myself. Long story short I saw they were having a re-edition of their Trellis collection, and had to pick one up. Or two... okay three. I told myself I would return the ones I didn't like, you know like a fool. Because I ended up loving all three. I grabbed two Ellie nap dresses, and one Nelsi. I grabbed the Ellie in Pastel Trellis and a pink floral they did in collaboration with Bridgerton, and the Nelsi in Emerald trellis that I could wear into fall, and again in the spring.    Now, are these dresses worth the hype? For me, with my lifestyle and style- 100% yes. I work from home, so these are appropriate for me to 'wear to work' per se. And I do! They are comfortable enough for me to wear all day, while still being put together and cute. They are also easy dressed up with a headband and heels to wear out to dinner!
And yes, they are comfortable enough to nap in. On the weekends when I wear them I do nap in them. I wouldn't say they are more comfortable to nap in than other dresses, but they certainly are comfortable enough to nap in. So, have you bought into the 'Nap Dress' yet? Not too late- the pandemic seems as though it will be dragging on a for a while still! Emily    Hello there!
I really feel like I have lucked out with the trends the past few years. I love all things frilly and feminine, and I think we have brands like LoveShackFancy & Zimmermann to thank for these ultra feminine dresses coming into style. However 70's inspired trends haven't really been my thing, until I started seeing these exaggerated collars coming back. I remember the 'Peter Pan' collars of the early 2010's that seemed to be on every shirt, dress, and sweater for a few years. And I remember being sad to see the detail fade out of style in favor of edgier looks coming in around 2014 and '15. I was happy to see them popping back up this past spring, and I am happy to see them be more prevalent heading into fall '21! I'm not so sure I'll be wearing them with the trendy sweater vests and pleated mini skirts, but I am loving them on dresses like this one by ChicWish! I can always count on them to add some trending details to my frilly dresses. I love this one's sort of shirt dress inspired style, with the feminine details of the rose print, tiered ruffle skirt, matching belt, and exaggerated collar. This is more how I will be trying this trend out in my closet! Anyone else excited to see these collars come back into style? Emily |
