Monday, July 7, 2014

The Not So White Dress

Gold-Target-Sandals

Old-Navy-bucket-bag

Gap-pink-dress

Baublebar-bracelets

Photos by Yvette Reid Photography

Dress: Gap, runs big
Belt: Old Navy, similar
Purse: Old Navy
Sandals: Target
Necklace: Forever 21
Bracelet: Bauble Bar, C. Wonder, sold out

I hope you had a great July 4th weekend!  Mine was a little lower key than expected as I fell asleep after the race and slept through the fireworks...  I guess my body needed the rest.  

One of the summer trends that I love is the LWD and I have been on the hunt for the perfect one.  I thought I found it at Gap with this one, but the sizing was a little off. While returning it, I stumbled on this beautiful coral dress which was calling my name.  I love the shape, the color, and of course the fact that it has pockets!  You may have seen it on my Instagram last night (here) out for drinks with friends and I've worn it to work with a blazer and heels.  I can't recommend this dress enough.

Unfortunately, I can't say the same thing about the necklace.  I loved the turquoise color, but it broke after 2 weeks/3 wears.  I know I shouldn't have expected much from a $5 necklace, but I was still very disappointed in the quality.  

I know summer is halfway over, but are there any summer trends you still want to try?  I hope your week is off to a great start!

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56 comments:

  1. You look so cute in that little dress and I love your bucket bag. If you get the chance, join my linkup today to share your amazing post.

    xo
    PinkSole

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  2. love the pops of turquoise against the pink!

    The Style Scribe

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  3. Love the not so White Dress on you !! :)

    You look very sweet and chic <3

    www.theeche.com

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  4. That dress is adorable, and I love your bucket bag! Glad you made it through the race!
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

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  5. What a perfect dress! The color is so stunning on you! And I really need to check that bucket bag - I absolutely love that white!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  6. lovely outfit!
    colourful and pretty
    x
    http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au

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  7. Love the dress and the color. That is the thing I'm learning about buying on the budget, things don't last, especially if you really like the piece and wear it more than once.

    Kreyola Jounerys

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  8. Cute dress! The color looks perfect on you. The bag is beautiful as well as the accessories you pair it with.
    http://www.weshopinheels.com

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  9. Dying over your bag and jewels!! Love this look, perfect for summer and vacationing! That purse looks so cute AND functional!

    Jessie at www.BlushandBlonde.com

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  10. Cute dress and bag. :-) I think I have tried all of the summer trends thus far.

    Mo

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  11. SO colorful and fun! You always wear color so well. This dress is no exception! Beautiful!

    xx. Michelle
    www.themichmix.com

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  12. I love a simple dress like this! Your jewelry and shoes are so chic!
    xo, Lee

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  13. This is so cute! I love the color and fit of this dress!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  14. Great color on that dress! I have yet to see a color that doesn't look good on you. The sandals are perfect with it. :-)

    www.girlinahotcity.com

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  15. Too pretty!! In love with that pink dress and that bag is so perfect for summer!!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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  16. cuteness overload! I love the outfit, and the bag looks expensive! :) thank you for stopping by my blog, Nicole! appreciate it a ton! :)

    uris
    http://my-sinina.blogspot.com/

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  17. I've seen that bag at Old Navy and wasn't sure about it, but it looks great! Nice outfit. I nominated you for a Very Inspiring Blogger Award, check it out http://www.robincharmagne.com/blog

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  18. Love this dress and that stinks about the necklace. Even with a cheap one you expect at least a season of wear out of it!

    xx Cara
    www.carascliche.com

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  19. I can see why pink is your favourite colour-looks so great on you!! Your Old Navy purse is amazing-they are hitting it out of the park this year with some of their pieces.
    Marta, xo
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  20. oh that coral dress is so beautiful :) I need one bright colored dress in my closet for this summer! so sorry to read your necklace did not last too long!
    I invite you to visit my blog and let me know if you would like to follow each other.
    XOXO

    Milu
    www.hellolupi.blogspot.com

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  21. I've been on a search for the perfect white dress all summer, but I keep coming up empty! At least you found a gorgeous little number with this pink dress. Love the look.

    Ashley
    www.minck.co

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  22. so in love with that purse! I can't believe it's from Old Navy- it looks so expensive!

    Lindsey
    Thrift and Shout

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  23. I do love that white bag but I decide to opt for the brown so I wouldn't have to worry about getting it dirty. Looking fab per usual!
    xoxo-KSP

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  24. Love the colour of your dress, it really suits you. I REALLY like you bag haha! :) found your blog through the link up and will definitely be back to see more posts x

    Frankie // Fashion Dough

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  25. Loving that necklace and Bauble Bar bracelet!!

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  26. Love the color combo of that dress and necklace. Bummer that it broke so soon! And of course, F21 has the absolute worst return policy. Boo. I still kind of want to try the crop top trend before summer ends!! I just need a time and place where it would actually be appropriate to wear one, and that's another story! LOL.
    Gina -- On the Daily Express

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  27. The perfect summer dress! So versatile and classic. And who doesn't love pockets??

    www.taffetaandtulips.com

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  28. Love this dress on you, the style and the pink color is so pretty on you , a great shade. I also love this white bag. always wanted a white bag, but knowing me, i wouldnt be able to keep it clean after a week.
    from the link up jess
    please stop by
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  29. Beautiful pink dress for Summer. I like the splash of turquoise in your necklace and your cute bucket bag makes the outfit all the more stunning. ove your jewellery!

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  30. Oh, that color looks so good on you! I hate when jewelry breaks but because I make jewelry, I have tools to fix pieces. This definitely comes in handy.

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  31. Lovely summer dress. I love the pop of color and how comfortable yet perfectly put together it looks.
    http://redreticule.com

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  32. well its definitely not white, but its the most perfect pink!! and you look adorable!! I love your bag (I have it too) and im obsessed!! so glad I snatched it up!!

    xoxo,
    Tara Belle
    www.NorthernLights-SouthernBelles.com

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  33. Love that white bucket bag! It's so perfect with that pink dress!

    Jenna from Visions of Vogue

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  34. Love that color on you!

    pinkandnavystripes.com

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  35. I love the coral! Maybe it was meant to be because coral looks so great on you! I love white dresses but I don't have one because I go to a lot of wedding and I always think "I can't wear this to a wedding." Coral is a great wedding color though!

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  36. That purse is everything! I am in love.

    xo

    Michaela

    http://michaelajeanblog.com

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  37. Cute dress love the belt you paired with it :)
    Xoxo
    Brittany Blake
    Accordingtobrittanyblake.blogspot.com

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  38. love all of your jewelry and that dress!

    www.stylebyavery.com

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  39. Oh no! I hate when jewelry (or anything, really) breaks! Such a bummer!
    Love the white bag though- how pretty!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  40. Love the loose fit of that dress, especially on holiday weekends when I always overindulge. Great find, Nicole!

    Megan // www.fyeahblog.com

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  41. It's so hard finding the perfect LWD but I love this coral one so much that I'm glad you didn't pass it up!!

    XO,
    Shirley
    TrueHonestFashion

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  42. Cute pink dress...perfect for the summer!

    xxAuna | http://simplyauna.com

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  43. Loving this bright summer dress and that white bucket bag is totally perfect. Such a fun look!

    xx 365hangers

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  44. Too bad your necklace broke! I love the turquoise color with the coral! It's such a cute summer dress, definitely a silver lining if the white dress didn't work out! I'd love it if you could link up again at Confident Twosday! You look amazing!
    whyidodeclaire.blogspot.com

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  45. that's a lovely color and too bad about the necklace -- is it fixable?

    happy tuesday!
    rhea | Rhea, Et Cetera - Style to Inspire Link Up

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  46. I love the vibrant color of the dress. so fun!
    such a bummer about the necklace breaking. but, at least you know it was a budget item and not a long-term piece. =)
    xo,
    nancy

    http://www.adoretoadorn.com

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  47. I need this bag!!! and the dress is so pretty on you!

    xo,
    Angela

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  48. the pink and white combo is so fun and chic! fantastic look!

    kelseybang.com

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  49. I love this dress so much, gorgeous colour and really beautiful.

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  50. Cute dress. And I am loving that crossbody bag :)

    By the way, I just updated my blog with a new post. I’d love for you to swing by: http://www.fashchronicles.blogspot.com

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  51. Love the color of the dress. It simply screams summer. Amazing.

    TRENDGALORE

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  52. That dress is beautiful. It can be dressed up or down. Pairing it with turquoise and white was spot on. Great necklace & bag. =)

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  53. I love little white dresses in the summertime, but there's something about coral that is just beautiful! This entire outfit is gorgeous. That's too bad about the necklace though!

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