Today is my daughter's first day of school! Tomorrow is my son's first day of pre-school. I am very happy about this! Not only will I be getting 3 whole hours to myself each day, but the start of school brings the changing of seasons. The past few days have had a slight briskness to the breeze and a reminder that Autumn is on its way here. Although, I am sure there are many hot days left--- there always seems to be a struggle between Summer and Fall that goes back and forth for weeks before Fall finally takes over. With this transitioning time, I am looking for wardrobe pieces that can transition to each season. This dress I found is perfect!
This strapless cotton dress with a lace overlay on the skirt was on clearance at Donna's Dress Shop's big annual sale. It has an aztec-ish embroidered design on the bust and a bright turquoise sash, that I tie in the front instead of the back. I like to tie sashes in the front because it makes it easier to add a cardigan or jacket. When there is a big tie in the back it tends to look like an odd lump under another layer. Also, it's more comfortable when I sit down to not have a knot of fabric poking me in the back. I paired it with a very light weight crimson cardigan, a sweet hand painted wooden vintage necklace, and some gladiator-esque sandals. All together the outfit has a very earthy vibe.
I am excited to style the dress again for cooler weather. I can picture it with a cozy turtleneck, some textured tights and a great pair of boots. What is in your closet that can transcend the seasons? Give things a second glance, many times it just takes a quick accessory switch up to turn something from Summer Chic to Fall Fab. When the "high" temps start peaking in the 60s, I will show this dress again in a whole new light!
strapless
necklace detail
sandals
Budget Break Down:
Dress: $28.99 Donna's Dress Shop Clearance
Cardigan: $9.99 Urban Outfitters Clearance
Necklace $12 Donna's Dress Shop
Shoes: $6.48 Savers Thrift
Grand Total: $57.46 Not too Shabby!
I love the dress, it's very cool!
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