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Monday, March 27, 2017

The white dress

Nordstrom ASTR Lace midi dress
Sunnies: Ray Ban (option, budget option) | Necklace: Kendra Scott "Beth" | Bag: Nordstrom (option, option)  | Dress: ASTR Lace Midi dress | Bracelet: Kendra Scott "Gavin" (option) | Sandals: BP "Luminate"

Rachelle made me shop, yet again. It was last Tuesday morning and I actually woke up before 6am, so I decided to read through some blogs before getting out of bed. It was still dark in the room and everything! Rachelle included this dress in her Splurge or Save post and I was immediately intrigued. I love a good white dress, even though in reality, I only have one in my closet. The price was reasonable, so it was definitely worth the try. In the process, I also ordered this dress, which shipped in a separate package, so I'll have to tell you how that works out later! I had to laugh though because I spent money before 6:30am and I hadn't even gotten out of bed yet. How did we survive before the internet?! 



Nordstrom ASTR Lace midi dress


I love the dress. I absolutely love it. I can't help but feeling feminine and pretty in it. I am wearing a small and it fits perfectly. As you can see, it's definitely more maxi length on my 5'-2" self than it is midi length. I had intended on just trimming it myself, but after trying it on, I didn't mind the longer length after all. And Rachelle made the good point that I could cut it for next year so that it will give me a whole new dress for a new season! I may just have to do that!

Nordstrom ASTR Lace midi dress


Nordstrom BP Luminate sandal

Speaking of Rachelle, I bought these sandals in Florida last year the weekend that I got to meet up with her and the other Florida girlies. These have proven to be a good workhorse in my shoe collection. I reach for them whenever I need a "barely there" shoe, like for this outfit for example, where I really just want my feet to disappear with nothing too chunky or heavy to contradict the light and airy aesthetic of the dress. I think I need the sandals in a second color, but I can't make up my mind on what to get next!


Nordstrom ASTR Lace midi dress


Nordstrom ASTR Lace midi dress

This dress will definitely be coming with me next month for the rewardStyle conference, but I didn't want to wait that long to photograph it for you just in case it sells out from now until then! Hopefully there will be a few other warm other occasions for which I can wear it because it makes me really happy! It also makes me wish I had a vacation planned!! Insert sad face here.


spring clutches

Clockwise from top: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

The clutch I'm wearing with this outfit is unfortunately long gone, but I've linked to other great options. I'm a firm believer in maintaining a nice collection of pretty little clutches because it's such an easy way to jazz up a look. There are so many beautiful handmade-looking options out there for under $50, so there's no excuse to not own one. Or three. :)

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23 comments :

  1. That is a beautiful white dress! I can see why you had to have it right away! I used to check my phone in bed before getting up each day too, pre-kids. Now I'm woken by one of them, haha!

    Thank you for the link up!
    Hope you have had a wonderful weekend :)

    Away From The Blue Blog

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  2. Such a stunning dress! Beautiful. Have a great week xx
    www.vanityandmestyle,com

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  3. I too love a white dress and this is a stunning example. Can't wait to wear mine again once the weather is more acceptable!
    Thanks for hosting. Jacqui
    www.mummabstylish.com

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  4. I love everything about this look! First, your hair is adorable! Second, I love those shoes. You could pair them with a dress like this or with a cute pair of pants. And third, the dress is just very classic and feminine!

    Nina
    aworldofdresses.com

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  5. you look stunning in that dress, it was made for you. I really want sandals similar to yours, they are perfect and classic. I think Sam Edelman made a similar pair this year.


    xo
    Pinksole

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  6. I love, love, love that dress. Perhaps I should go shopping before 6 am!

    http://greyisthenewblack.com

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  7. This dress is amazing!!!! You look great girl! I need this dress!

    Xo, Erica
    Casually Styled

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  8. Such a gorgeous dress and you look amazing in white!!! Your hair and accessories are on point! LOVE!!

    Brittany :)
    www.kingdomofsequins.com

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  9. I thought it was such a coincidence that both you & pinksole were wearing white dresses today on the blogs!! I need to start wearing mine too!
    jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  10. Love this dress on you! It's so elegant.
    xo, Lee

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  11. Ha, Rachelle sold me on the little white dress too! I don't think I will pull it off as well as either of you but I'm going to try it anyway. Love the dress you chose- so pretty!
    Gina || On the Daily Express

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  12. She is always making me want to shop, dang her! This dress was totally worth it though because it looks amazing on you!!!!!!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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  13. Well of course you love this dress, it is gorgeous! You look beautiful!

    xx, Elise
    www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

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  14. I actually love the length of this dress on you. Since the bottom doesn't have the lining, it's still flattering and flirty.

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  15. Such a pretty white dress, and it looks beautiful on you! I may need this one myself!!
    Rachael
    www.threadsforthomasblog.com

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  16. I love the length on you! I wouldn't cut it. I definitely love the shoes, too. Maybe get the iris suede color next? I want to go to the Rewardstyle conference! Maybe next year!
    --Roxanne
    http://glassofglam.com

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  17. Thats dress is super chic. You look fab in same.
    Vaishali
    http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/03/27/backpack-love-shop-n-travel-buddy/

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  18. You and Rachelle make me want a white lace dress! I'm obsessed! I might have to get this too. It's gorgeous and I can see it working for so many events.

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  19. Oh my gosh!!! I just love this entire look...that dress is so stunning but you've styled it perfectly from head-to-toe! Love your hair like this too!! Such a pretty look...obsessed would be an understatement! haha

    Sarah
    Trendy & Tidy

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  20. That is definitely one beautiful lace white dress. You wear it so fabulously and with such elegance


    Adrianna xx
    http://mimamochi.com/

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  21. In love with that dress - so feminine! Thank you for hosting.

    Cherie
    http://www.stylenudge.com
    STYLE NUDGE

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  22. Such a lovely dress!!! So cool

    xx
    Mónica Sors
    MES VOYAGES À PARIS
    NEW POST: NEW GUCCI GG MARMONT & BOXER BRAIDS...

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  23. This dress is so pretty on you! The lace is perfect for spring. =)

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    I hope you are having a great week so far!

    Amber

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