November 9, 2011
I decided to try to make better use of this dress, but it’s a difficult piece because the cotton voile is such a summery fabric. It’s also a one-shoulder, so the line isn’t good under a sweater and I think it looks kind of odd across the chest. It’s a favorite dress though, so I’m continually looking for new ways to wear it. I think a cropped jacket would work, although I don’t have any right now.
Packing is so time consuming! I’ve hardly been doing anything else and surviving mainly on coffee. Hopefully things will settle soon.
Gap blazer, Leifsdottir dress, Talbots scarf, Francesca’s Collections cardigan, Frye boots, Coach bag.
The dress by itself:
You would never know this is a summery dress! Great job transitioning it. And where are you taking these photos? The scenery is just so gorgeous!
I think this dress is perfect all year long! I love the location of this day’s pictures, too. Keep up the great work!
I’ve been trying to transition it for every season. And I love this little bridge! It’ll definitely be a regular location from now on.
the feather print is so PRETTY! i can see why you want to wear it all year!
Yeah I love the feathers. This is one of my favorite printed pieces :)
The pic where you are kicking up your heels (so to speak) is so cute. And I’m jealous that you have such beautiful locations to take photos in!
Thanks! I just discovered this location and have added it in to my regular places.
Wow, I love the way you’ve styled it here! I would have no idea that it was summery if you hadn’t mentioned it. Also, still love those boots, and your poses in this post, and this bridge- I could go on! :) Where is this bridge?
It’s in the “recreation area” which is apparently only open until dusk, although I don’t think anyone ever checks. I’d totally string the bridge with lights and have a party on it during warmer weather. With lots of bug spray.
That sounds like fun! Ahh, lights- I can’t wait to string some up in my apartment!
great summer dress, it is a tricky one to style for the fall though
love the bridge setting
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You totally had me fooled with your re-work on the dress. I never would have thought it was so dressy (and I love it both ways). Leifsdottir gets it so right with classy, feminine pieces.
Oh wow! that is a really darling dress. I love the shoulder details! THey’re so unique. I love how you’ve made it look totally different with the cardi/jumper though!
Two attached ribbons tie in a bow on the shoulder, although you really can’t see them under the cardigan. It’s one of my favorite things about this dress.
Oh wow, that’s a pretty cool dress all on its own. I like how you restyled it, though–I never really thought my light, summery dresses would translate well to colder weather, but I’ve seen some good examples out there and I’m willing to give it a go now.
You should definitely think about transitioning some pieces for winter! It doesn’t always work out and I’ve worn things I ended up not liking, but some pieces can surprise you. And you don’t have to let them go after summer!
Dresses are hard to restyle, all you can do is add something over it. I am not willing to try the dress under a skirt, it just sounds bunchy and stuffy…ick.
I know what you mean, I’ve tried to do a dress under a skirt but it’s one of those styles that doesn’t work for me. It just adds too much bulk and I feel like a walking ball of fluff.
that is such a cute bridge! I’d totally go there for outfit photos all the time.
Mmmm. I have not worn my feather dress since july, I suppose I’m due to layer it up for winter!
I would go to this bridge every day, but there and back is probably pushing two miles, and I cannot walk to it in anything but my Target harness boots (or hiking boots, if I had them) because the path is so rough from the snow and rain. I trotted over the grass in these boots and my heels sunk every step!
Alex, that’s a great dress girl. I like it because it’s feathers without the feathers! LOL You can do so much with it. One, you can wear it ANY season (so it’s versatile); Two, it will work with a cardigan or cropped blazer (don’t be afraid to pair it with a color blazer); Three, it looks great with those boots! You can also wear tights and either a cute flat or heel with it. It’s a dress it up or dress it down! Keep it. Hope you’re having a great weekend.
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Next up I’ll be styling it with tights, too cold now for bare legs :( I wish I had a cropped blazer, maybe mustard or pale pink… but I don’t. I’ll have to add it to my ever growing long term list of items to find.
I absolutely love that first shot! So beautiful!
I LOVE the print on that dress. Leifsdottir always, always, always hits the nail on the head with their prints. It’s amazing!
Ahh I know, Leifsdottir has such pretty things! I just wish the prices were more wallet-friendly.
Meeeeee, too!
The pattern on this dress is so pretty, I like the way you styled it here. Also how cute is that little bridge.
Thanks! I love this pattern and wish I had more pieces with it.