c/o Modcloth
Dress: It’s An Inspired Taste
Shoes: I Struck A Bold Mine Heel – 25% off! (worn w/ cushions)
Bag: Weave Always Known – 25% off!
Earrings: Ginkgo a Long Way
Is there anything more quintessentially summer than a pretty sundress? Today marked the official start of summer and these days, I find myself gravitating towards dresses now whenever the weather get warmer. Nothing beats their ladylike appeal and the fact that I don’t have anything sticking to my skin when the humidity becomes unbearable has been a reason in itself to choose lightweight flowy dresses over anything else! ModCloth has always had the cutest selection of summer outfits and so it was an obvious choice when I was looking for something with a fun print to wear for the picnics, holidays, and outdoor parties we have coming up. I fell in love with the print of this dress with its painted produce (Dylan loved pointing out all the different vegetables to me!) and the fit-n-flare silhouette is so figure flattering! The dress is such a classic with its lapels, side-seam pockets, and waistline pleats that really enhanced the hourglass figure look!
For fellow petites, ModCloth also offers extended sizing from XS to 4X with their sizing running on the smaller side. While I’m normally between an XS and S, I sized up to a S here as I didn’t want to have to worry about the front buttons being stretched open (and it gave me the freedom to indulge in a pie if I wanted to too! 😉 The dress does come slightly below my knees and while the general rule of thumb for petites is to hem to the knees, I actually don’t mind the longer hemline as long if I pair it with the right set of heels to still give some added height. These sandals are so fun with its bright chartreuse straps and the cork heel keeps the look casual and low-key (I would recommend adding a set of foot cushions as there’s not much padding in the front).
I love this basketweave-inspired bag! It comes with a long, adjustable strap so that it can be worn crossbody but it’s also perfect the straps removed and carried as a clutch! I just love the soft tawny color and the three interior pockets make it so much roomier than it looks!
c/o Modcloth
Dress: It’s An Inspired Taste
Shoes: I Struck A Bold Mine Heel – 25% off! (worn w/ cushions)
Bag: Weave Always Known – 25% off!
Earrings: Ginkgo a Long Way
A few other summer dresses I’m loving include this flamingo shirt dress (it’s flamingos, y’all!), this poppy-printed dress, this yellow rose sundress (I think I’m gonna pull the trigger on it!). ModCloth even offers home decor. I picked up these gold floating butterflies to decorate Kennedy’s wall and I just stumbled across the most adorable measuring spoon set in the shape of a flower pot along with this white ceramic pineapple container! How cute would those look on the kitchen counter? Need.
Snapchat and Instagram followers may also have seen already that I had my hair lightened this past weekend and it’s been just the change I needed! I feel like my entire face is brightened up and it’s amazing how a new haircut can make you feel like a new woman! If you live in the Dallas area and need an amazing hair stylist, feel free to email me for details.
me | Sandy
And now for this week’s On Trend Tuesdays linkup! Sandy and I are excited to feature Grace from Color and Grace this week. I love how she’s elevated the look of shorts to cocktail wear!
Now it’s your turn to share a recent outfit with the rest of our community for a chance to be featured! Just link up a recent outfit (it’s mommy + me this week so feel free to share a pic with your little ones if you have one but it’s not a requirement!) and remember to include either the button below or link to both me and Sandy in your post. We’d love if you could comment on 5 other bloggers too as this is a community where we can all get to know and support each other! Tag us on social media too to join the conversation with #OnTrendTuesdaysLinkUp!
Disclosure: Sponsored by ModCloth and ShopStyle Collective. Thank you so much for supporting the brands that support this blog!
++ All pictures were taken with this camera (just upgraded!), lens, tripod, and remote.
This dress is seriously so fun and cute for summer!! Love the print and the vintage inspired cut!
xo Sheree
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IG: @poshclassymom
Love the sundress, so lovely, bright and ladylike!
-Adriele
styleassisted
How adorable is this dress! And super flattering shape, too. Those sandals are perfect with it! Thanks for hosting the link up. I hope to see you Friday at my On the Edge of the Week Link Up!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
That dress is so pretty and you look beautiful! The print is adorable and the red belt really adds the perfect finishing touch!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
I LOVE this summer dress. I really love the flamingo dress too…but way out of my budget. I’d spend that much on a dress for a wedding, but not for a casual dress.
How cute and whimsical is that dress?! I can’t get enough dresses this time of year–they’re just so comfortable–and I love finding ones in unique colors and prints. This is such a fun one!
Cute dress! looks perfect on you!
http://chicglamstyle.com
Such a pretty dress! It is always great to learn of companies who offer petite sizing, so thanks for sharing.
The print is so fun and perfect for summer! This dress is adorable on you, and I love it with the yellow heels!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Sundresses just scream summer. That is a really fun print.
http://tresfly.blogspot.com/
This dress is so fun!!
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Darling dress and the yellow shoes work perfect!
This dress is so pretty Kileen. You are gorgeous!
Such a gorgeous dress and sandals Hun, looks fab. Jacqui
http://www.mummabstylish.com
so summery and girly! love this dress!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
I love this! I am looking up Sangria recipes as I am reading your blog, and it is perfect! All of the summer fruits on this adorable dress, you look great in it! I love this look and ones I see with lemons and limes.
Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday
jess xx
http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com
Love the dress and that clutch is the perfect accessory for the dress. xo ~ Megan The Fashionista Momma
Modcloth has such fun dresses. Great choice!
That sundress is adorable!
LOVE this dress! So great for a picnic or barbecue! And the yellow shoes with it are adorable 🙂
-Kristin
countdowntofridayblog.wordpress.com
I seriously love this dress… You look beautiful and so lady like:)
Thank you for linking up with weekend wear
xo
Melissa