The purchasing of new clothing items happens way more frequently than it should, however, the returning of said purchases occurs just as frequently. Why? If I don’t immediately wear the item or can’t figure out how to wear it at least two different ways, it goes into the return pile and back to the store. Recently I purchased this pink and orange striped dress from Forever 21 even though it had a high return potential due to the colors resembling a watermelon, the tight material, and the appropriateness of this dress anywhere besides the beach. Fortunately once I got home, I realized this dress could easily resemble a t-shirt with the addition of a skirt and the tightness could be downplayed by layering a loose button-up over the top. I think it’s a keeper. Which look do your prefer? Dressy/professional or casual/bohemian? Any other styling suggestions for this dress?
Oooo that’s a tough one. I like both on you. Dressy for work and casual for weekend (and an excuse to schedule a trip to the beach!). Love your thought or “rule” on having 2 ways to wear it or it gets returned…I’m going to keep that in mind for my closet!
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@Katie: You red my thoughts! @The Thread Affect: thx for the brilliant fashion idea!
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Thanks lady!
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Really pretty! But I prefer dressy / professional!
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I completely agree with you about preferring the dressy/professional! I definitely felt more like myself in that outfit! Thanks so much for visiting my blog! 🙂
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I like the professional/dressy ensemble best. I think those two colors look great together and on you!
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I like the professional/dressy ensemble best. I think the pink and orange look great together and the color combo suits you well!
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I am also loving the pink and orange color combination! It is the first time I have every worn those two colors together! Thanks for checking out my blog! I truly appreciate it! 🙂
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Wow, both looks look good! You really made that dress work for you–makes me think I need to revisit my own closet and look for new potential in old clothes. 🙂
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I love how you said that “new potential in old clothes”. I have to remind myself of this constantly and still need to get better at it!
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I LOVE the first look. It is spectacular. The second one is cute, makes me think of a beach coverup or something. Where did you get your necklace? I’ve been coveting the one from J. Crew but it is too expensive for me!
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The necklace was $12 from H&M last year and looks EXACTLY like the one from J.Crew! I also agree that the J.Crew one is way too expensive! Pop of Chic makes a necklace that is very similar, in multiple colors, and reasonably priced ($36, free shipping too)! Here’s the link:
http://www.popofchic.com/necklaces/nori-beaded-round-cut-stone-necklace-rich-blue
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thanks! I found it and ordered it on ebay after seeing it on another bloggers site.
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creative 🙂
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I love the summer colors! Thanks for the great posts!!!
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Thanks Erica for your sweet words! Hope you have a wonderful day!
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Both! Love the necklace, may I ask where it is from?!
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The necklace was $12 from H&M last year and looks EXACTLY like the one currently at J.Crew for an expensive $150. Pop of Chic makes a necklace that is very similar, in multiple colors, and reasonably priced ($36, free shipping too)! Here’s the link: http://www.popofchic.com/necklaces/nori-beaded-round-cut-stone-necklace-rich-blue
Thanks for stopping by my blog! It seriously means so very much to me!
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Creative!! You do have an eye for fashion.
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Thanks so much! I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to comment!
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Adorable — love the turquoise accents. And those shoes in the last pic…LOVE ’em!
🙂
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Thanks Mikalee! Those are actually my favorite shoes of all time since they are so extremely comfortable, give me inches of height, and are from Target! Everything’s better when it is a bargain! 🙂
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Very cute! I love the big thick stripes. I think this would be really cute with a cropped trench, white blazer, or some other light spring jacket as well. Love what you did with the turquoise statement necklace and the skirt!
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ooooohhh I LOVE the idea of pairing it with a white blazer to make it even more springy! I will definitely have to try that combination here very soon! Just need to find a cute white blazer first! Any suggestions?
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Yes! I found mine at Nordstrom Rack for an awesome price! It’s very tailored and crisp looking.
Also, I have found some at Ann Taylor/LOFT on the sale racks (I rarely venture elsewhere in a store but the sale racks). Happy shopping! I look forward to seeing how it turns out.
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Sounds like we have the same shopping habits! I also make a b-line for the sales racks! Thanks for the advice! I will definitely let you know how it goes! Thanks again!
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The first look is gorgeous!
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Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment on my blog!
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I love it! It’s been sooooo long (too long) since I’ve been shopping and now I really really really want to go!
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The best part is that every item I am wearing is less than $50 (the dress was $20) so it is all extremely reasonable and can be restyled to work with so many different outfits! What items are on your shopping list for this summer?!
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Love both looks, you have a great site here !
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Thanks for checking out my site MJ! I really do appreciate it! Have an awesome day!
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Very Cool, I like super bold edge pink & orange always give – both inviting and stylish. Adore the playful look with the denim shirt! LA
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I prefer the first style, fitted, it looks very polished.
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I much prefer the first look!
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Adore the two looks. Love the versatility of the dress.
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LOVE these outfits 🙂 great post… well done!! xx
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You are a beautiful woman, as for the outfit, well. It fits you well as a t-shirt, but that’s about it.. The colors (as least in the photo) are too strong for you. For dressy it would need a black or navy skirt and black heels. Shirt over? No. Doesn’t work as a dress at all. I would cut four inches off the bottom and wear it to the beach with bright green shorts or you could cut a bit at the neck and arms to give it some looseness and wear it with a cute bright thong to bed. The necklace is too much.
I know, killjoy. But take my word for it, I have the credentials. I will confess I myself wear sweats and a coat over my bathrobe to walk the dog, but that is the priviliege of middle-age. The coat is black, so really, I should only wear the white bathrobe underneath it, but the pale pink is more comfortable. What can I tell you. Have a good time, that’s all that matters. Keep up the pretty smile.
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Thanks for you opinions and suggestions!
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very nice blog! i like it 🙂
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These are both great looks! I can’t pick which one is better because they’re both so great for different occasions. I love the solutions you came up with, too…I think I will try them out for myself 🙂
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If you try them out, I would love to see the pictures! Post them to my Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/thethreadaffect
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The scond one fr sure 🙂
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Both are super cute! You could even wear it by itself, maybe with a scarf. It looks great on you!
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I love them both!
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Is’s a great look! I like it. This is my blog: http://www.lodemasyadaigual.wordpress.com
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Nice dress but i prefer the dressy/professional look it suits you and somewhat reminds me of my mom on a day when she has errands that force her to drag us along to; only you don’t look so tired lol
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Both outfits are adorable!
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cute!
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I like the first look, mainly because the orange and pink of the dress look amazing with that turquoise jewelry, and all three contrast nicely with the white skirt. You have great style!
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Thanks Claudia!
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I like the second one with the jacket though you could have a third look by wearing it over pants or tights and belting it. The first has turned your dress into a top but hey, they all work and look great.
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I love your dressy outfit! Super cute
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Both look good – love the little colour accents on nails and rings/bracelets that you added for the boho stylee.
Am I alone in glancing at my screen and thinking the title of this post is “Stupid Dress, Two Ways” ??? Maybe I need to go to bed now… my eyes are obviously tired! LOL
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I think the font I have chosen does look a little confusing at the top but it definitely does say “Striped Dress, Two Ways!” hahah
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I like it both ways and could see it be worn either depending on where you are going. One is dressy casual and the other laid-back casual.
Good Work.
As we are heading into winter here I would wear it with a sweater, tights and boots.
Cheers,
Laura
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Agreed on the winter styling idea. Can’t wait to try it out next winter. Oh wait, yes I can. Winter can stay away for as long as possible! 🙂
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I agree ! (As I sit in front of the fire trying to stay warm) 🙂
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I love the dressy professional, the white works magically with the bright colours. Love the thought of the rule I think I might give this a go 🙂
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Dressy/Professional is my fav
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The first look is super creative! I love what you did with that dress! It would be perfect for a business meeting or just a regular day. You could also try a black skirt that is maybe more flowing, that is my style but maybe you could try it? I also really liked your second outfit, but I think it would work better if you were at the beach instead of an outfit for just around town.
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Absolutely agree! I will have to try it will a flowing black skirt sometime! Thanks for the suggestions.
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No problem! I’m really into fashion and I loved what you did with that dress! You should check out my blog http://glamourgurl.wordpress.com/ its all about fashion!
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I will definitely do that! 🙂
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I love both the looks 🙂 may be its you, who makes the dress look more beautiful!!
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You know what, I think I equally like both. Although I would pair it with a cropped blue jean jacket for the casual look. And you have a great butt by the way. LOL!
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The cropped jacket was originally my first thought with this outfit but I wanted to cover up a little more of my butt and hips so I switched to the longer denim shirt. Thanks for the butt compliment, I’m always self conscious about its large size! 🙂
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Great ideas for this dress! I have a similar one from H&M and I’m always like, how am I going to pull this off in the office???
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Thanks for reading the post! If you do try it out, I’d love to see it. Post a picture to my Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/thethreadaffect
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Love both these looks – I try not to buy something unles there is at least three and possibly five ways to wear it. For this dress you could alsotry wearing it as a skirt – tuck the top bit in and perhaps wear with a thick tan belt, cripswhite shirt and tan wedges? I too am OBSESSED with stipes – as seen here http://tinyurl.com/7hkmzx6
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OBSESSED with this outfit idea. I will definitely be giving it a try! Thanks for the new inspiration!
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great colours!
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I like the dressy ensemble! Great site! 🙂
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I like the first one better but I do really like the very last picture!
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My favorite is the business/professional style. The blue necklace takes away the “watermelon” vibe and adds an extra spark of color! I really like the idea of finding two different uses for the item. I am going to remember that next time I shop. 😀
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Wow, I love it !
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Love them both…and I adore the shoes!
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Love the second match so….much. You look amazing. Thanks for sharing! 🙂 I have a friend who is having a same kind of blog with you. I am gonna recommend your post to her. Keep up the good work!
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I think I’m in love with your necklace! ❤
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Amazing outfits! I am loving it! I love the necklace and colours!
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Both looks are stunning!! I love how you created both looks from something so simple. Definately want to try the second look out! Thank you for the inspiration!!
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great post, you look great!
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Hey, I’m a guy. I love anything a lady wears that is tight. Both outfits look great, although I prefer the white skirt to the full length dress.
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I loved both your looks especially the dressy professional look…You have accessorised it amazingly too…The bright colourful dress is so preety!!!
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Love your hair! from the bangs, to the color its really pretty
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Thanks so much! That is a huge compliment considering I’m still getting used to my new bangs!
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I love both these looks! Forever 21 is great! I really love the way it looks paired with the skirt. Your accessories really compliment it too!
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The first look, definitely! I love your golden watch and accessories. 🙂
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Nice Necklace and i Like the dressy look better
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I love your style, you look really nice. And I like the shoes especially 🙂
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You are so fashion. Both of them are beautiful.
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My vote is for the first look.
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great deess nice…………
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I have a dress similar to this. Thanks for sharing your looks!
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Hi..I like your idea, you can match the color of striped dress with others clothing perfectly…I think is gorgeous !
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how about with leggings, one of those long sweaters that doesn’t have buttons (what are those called??) – either chunky or thin, and sandals?
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I will definitely have to give the leggings with a long loose sweater a try! Love the idea! Thanks!
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Thanks for availing me such valuable & knowledgable kind of information. I go through your blog and found it fulfilling our needs,wants and demand.
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I adore this post! And it’s a really good idea to check how many ways you can wear something just bought and return it if it isn’t that versatile! I love this page and congrats on being Freshly Pressed! 🙂
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Congrats on being freshly pressed. I think I now have an excuse to go shopping, due to the fact that some of my clothes are not versatile. LOL
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i love that dress! especially the “bohemian way”. and that’s a great rule! mine is similar: if i don’t immediately love something when i try it on, i don’t get it. i love both pairs of shoes too. where did you get them?
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That’s also a great rule to live by! Wedges are two years old from Target and the brown heels are from TJ Maxx or Marshall’s and are by Guess (I got these for Easter so they still might be there!)
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I wish I were that creative with clothes…
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hey you look lovely
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In both looks, I see a smiling, happy young lady.
Seems like any dress would go well with that expression 🙂
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Wow, that was super sweet. Thanks so much for your kind words.
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beatiful..
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Love this!!! Where is the gold watch from? I’m on the hunt for a new one. Although, the bangles are wonderful, the necklace is amazing, and I love the way you wore the jean shirt! It’s hard to pull off a jean shirt, but I think you did a great job: )
~Nina
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The gold watch is Michael Kors “Jet Set Sport” from Nordstroms: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/michael-kors-jet-set-sport-watch/3038023?origin=category&resultback=4825
Bracelets and necklace are from H&M (both under $15). Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment.
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You are quite pretty and hence dress makes more gorgeous. I love it very much. Thanks God..
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Thanks for the tip about “at least 2 ways to wear” or it doesn’t get bought or gets taken back. Gives me a MUCH better gift-buying sense and as well I can use it for more versatility with my own clothes. Oh, and the dress looks great!
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Soooo cute! I prefer the casual, myself. Your accessories are just enough. Great post.
-Sepia
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Thanks so much Sepia! I loved checking out your blog today (loved the hot pink pumps in your 2/22 post)!
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Your blog is so cute!
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So is yours Paula! Love the post about the neon yellow! Such a fun trend this season! Thanks for stopping by The Thread Affect! 🙂
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oh you’re so sweet! Thank you! How long have you been blogging for?
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i love it the second way(casual/bohemian), it’s super cute and relaxed and thats more my style… you look adorable by the way.. 🙂
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Thanks so much!! I just checked out your blog. Do you write those beautiful words?
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Yes i do, and thank you so much!! 🙂
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Great dress! You should be a million-dollar fashion model!
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hahah those are extremely kind yet untrue words! You are too sweet. Thanks for checking out my blog!
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I love the first look! You wouldn’t even know it was a dress, and the necklace is a great addition. Congrats on being Freshly Pressed!
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I completely agree! I actually love the way it looks as a t-shirt way more than the way it looks as a dress! Thanks so much!
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clever! you totally rocked the outfit. i love your shoes too!!
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Thanks girl! The wedges are about two years old from Target, but my mom actually just got me the Guess ones from TJ Maxx for Easter! They go with everything and are oddly comfortable too!
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Hi!!! I’m from Brazil and love your blog!!! Congrats!! 🙂
kisses!!!
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Thanks girl! I just checked out your blog as well! Those pictures of you and your daughter are adorable!
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I am in passionate love with that necklace.
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This one is very similar: http://www.popofchic.com/necklaces/nori-beaded-round-cut-stone-necklace-rich-blue
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Oh I love Forever 21!
That dress was a great find! I have one similar to it and I think I might try what you did 😀
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Forever 21 is definitely also my go to for the majority of my wardrobe. I would love to see how you wear your similar dress. Post the picture to my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thethreadaffect
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ya your cute in both
dont take it back
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Thanks so much!
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I like the pop of teal with the pink and orange! In fact, I’m loving all of the bright, fun colors available at the stores these days.
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Me too! I usually stick to my neutral colors (black, grey, and white) but am trying to seize the color wheel this summer! Thanks for stopping by!
P.S. I loved your “Sh!t Healthy People Say to Sick People” video. Unfortunately so ridiculous true!
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Ditto! My closet was recently full of grey, black and white, but it’s amazing how great a little color can make you feel… Inside and out!
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Love it!
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I love the colors on you! Very flattering! I prefer the work/professional styling.
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I really love the first one. It’s a great look!
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Just checked out your blog! I hope you have fun on your European Capitals Trip! My family and I are actually headed to London this June and went to Italy last year to the majority of the places you are visiting! I’m sure you are going to love it regardless of chaperoning teenagers in a bar 🙂 Thanks for checking out my post!
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Isn’t it so much fun to travel with your family to all of these great places in Europe? We’re pretty fortunate, after all 🙂
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Very fortunate. It will be my parents and brothers first time out of the country so they are over-the-moon excited to head over to our motherland of Ireland and then see London right before the Summer Olympics and take in all its history!
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i like that dress!:)
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Thanks so much! I love the homepage layout of your blog! So easy on the eyes! Love it.
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haha, thanks:D that’s what i liked about it, too!:D
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love the first one-classy
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I love the dress much better with the skirt. It looks fabulous with that pop of color and makes you look really thin. You might consider trying it with a pair of leggings or capri leggings.
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Thanks so much, I will definitly have to try the dress with leggings! Also, I absolutely love the idea behind your blog! I feel the exact same way: want to be stylish without breaking the bank! Such a great concept!
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Thank you so much! I hope I have as many followers as you do on your blog someday!
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I love the first dressy/work look! The 2nd one not so much but that’s just b/c it’s not my style. Cute dress tho. ❤
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I agree with you. The second look is very outside my comfort zone but it was super fun to try a new look.
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Agreed. New looks are always fun! It looks great on you but I just know I could never pull it off. BTW…those shoes are fabulous!
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I love this. I often find dresses with patterns that I love but that are too short or too tight for work. I never thought to just put a skirt over it. Brilliant.
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Thanks girl! I absolutely love your Hunger Games stencil tutorial. I will have to use that for the premier of the next movie!
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Aw, thanks!
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Causal looks wins for me! I love it.
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I love an article of clothing you can get such versitle wear out of. I’m all about being fashionable for less so a piece like that is a must in my wardrobe. Both these looks are simply adorable. I love pink and orange together and with the turquoise necklace it makes for the perfect color blocking experience. Great Look! 🙂
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I couldn’t agree more about being stylish without breaking the bank! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment on my post!
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Oh I love the dressy one,x I like your blog 🙂
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Oooh that is CUTE ! I always bypass dresses with those shapes in the store, maybe I’ll give one a second look next time. I love both, I’d be more inclined the wear the more dressy version, but both have their place. The second is perfect for weekend shopping, dog walking, barbecues. You’ve got a great eye for outfits.
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I generally pass up these shapes as well and lean more towards flowy items in the stomach and hip region! Thanks for stopping by my blog! 🙂
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LOVE THIS!
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Super cute both ways! I like the creativity of wearing something two ways… inspires me to be more innovative with my clothing and outfits!
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hat- it is nice 😉
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Reblogged this on Goddess Moments….
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I absolutely LOVE this dress!!!
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So cute, it’s a keeper! Leggings?
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Leggings is a great suggestions especially as it gets colder this fall! Thanks for the idea!
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Love your outfit!!!!!!!
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I love it! I can see it with heels, a fitted jacket and some bracelets for work too.
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I completely agree! Great idea! Thanks for sharing and stopping by!
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Cute dress, love it!
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I love the dress. I also love how you mixed and matched it with other items!
I prefer the second one… casual and laid-back. You can wear it anywhere.
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Cute dress! Love it with denim top 🙂
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I love the dressy professional. Very cute! I like your rule too. I should apply that.
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The colour of the dress is so cheerful and happy- looking no matter for what occasion!
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that is a really cute dress! I love your policy of returning an item if you can’t find two ways to wear it! I always end up with a pile of stuff I never wear, but lost the receipts or can’t be bothered returning it.
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Hello, you’ve got a great dress there 🙂 Prefer the 1st look though. And oh, you’re really pretty! 🙂 🙂
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Thanks girl!
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dress looks pretty good 🙂
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Love the second look and the necklace from the first one. The colours in the dress are amazing.
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Wow this looks amazing! Super cute on you! 🙂
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I liked the dressy one better, partly because the cream skirt was a great foil for the bright colours but also because I think you looked more comfortable in it. The shirt makes it a bit shapeless, although I love the shoes you’re wearing with it! Do you have a cream blazer? Because that might be an alternative ‘second look’, keeping the shape and being kind of funky-dressy. FWIW!
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I wish I had a cream/white blazer, currently searching. Great suggestion! Thanks girl!
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I really dig the second look. Then again, I like most anything with bangles. I envy people who can wear them. My wrists are like abnormally thick or something. Very cute. Congrats on FP!
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Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and checking it out! 🙂
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Cute dress! 🙂
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Ewwwww : ))) you are so cute and beautiful … i absolutely love your blog !
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Hey Chica, great post!! I love them both and I’m search high and low for those Coach shoes you have on in the dressy/professional look. xoxo
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They actually are by Guess and I got them recently from Marshall’s!
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Yes your right!! I meant to correct that before I sent the comment post… They are so adorable I will have to check out my local Marshall’s. I did see Coach shoes similar but they are last season, I still want those as well!!
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Beautiful colour combination! I like the first one most.
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Love the first one – just fab.
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Ooooo Laaa laaaa… love the splashing fresh spring colors – you’ve pulled off each element so nicely. Great share. Pri
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I love it, you can wear it with almost everything I guess 🙂
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Super cute shoes. And nice choice of turquoise necklace.
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I just bought this same dress this weekend! Can’t wait to try it with a button-up now – thanks!
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I would love to see how you style it! Post a picture to my Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/thethreadaffect
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Will do! I’m pretty sure I have the same blouse too – Anthro?
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Actually it’s from Forever 21 too! $14 baby! Love a good deal! 🙂
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Perfect!!!
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cute! I love the necklace too!
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I think both look great! I love the colour blocks and the denim jacket looks fabulous against it!
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I really love the colors in your first outfit! They’re bold, but they go great together.
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really nice dress! and i like the way you are wearing in it in 2 different but great ways!! thanks (btw sry for my bad english xD)
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Don’t apologize, your English is great! Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to comment!
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lvovely!
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Ugh! I wish I could think of something as cute as this! I can barley make one fashionable outfit with a piece, much less two!
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Really nice smile and great styling! The only thing I don’t like are the colors of the dress. I don’t think that pink and orange is a good combination at all. But if the necklace and the bag on the first look are the same hue of blue it will be more stylish. Just my opinion 🙂
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where did you get that stunning turquoise necklace and bracelet from?
i like your style, both outfits are really spot on for their respective intent 🙂
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Both the necklace ($15) and bracelet ($9, recent) are from H&M. The necklace is no longer available at H&M but you can find a similar one for $150 at J.Crew or for $36 from Pop of Chic! Thanks for reading my post!
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Hi I prefer the caual office chic look. have a great day!
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i both love the block dress with the skirt and with a button down shirt. you nailed the look.
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I love the color pairing in the first look.
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BOTH rocks! You’re good at wearing them in the two ways.
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Came across your blog after logging into Word press – LOVE LOVE LOVE Pink & Orange together!! I would have never thought to pair a dress with a skirt this way – very inventive. The post inspired me to buy some great pink and orange earrings to match this weekend! Can’t wait to read more!!!
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Wow thanks for your amazingly kind words! I’d love to see how you style your new earrings! Post a photo to my Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/thethreadaffect
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I will get you a pic – although I’m not on FB. Plus I’m still trying to figure out the styling as the earrings are more neon than my other jewelry. Congrats again on freshly pressed! I’ve really enjoyed your blog since signing up to follow you. Plus I like how faithful you are at responding to your comments/followers – not many do it!
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Thanks so much for the comments. I really enjoy responding to as many comments as I can since I appreciate people taking the time to comment and read my posts! Good luck with the styling! Can’t wait to see the results! 🙂
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Looking gorgeous..beauty
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Cute shoes too. I like your style. It’s simple, fresh, not predictable, and at the same time it’s really cute. I’d wear it…well, 20lbs. ago. ha ha
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WOW!!!!!!!! This is so cute!!!!! love it.
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i love your bag! Love the color!
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Thanks! It’s from H&M. They don’t currently have the same color but they do have a really pretty coral one right now!
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absolutely love both looks you wear it soo well
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I also found these in many different colors on a site called http://www.bridierbaubles.com I think that they were $30?
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I hadn’t seen them there before but they do look extremely similar! I love the white one! Thanks for sharing Jodi!
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Where is your necklace from?
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It is from H&M a year ago but JCrew ($150) and Pop of Chic ($36) both currently have them!
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