30 May 2010 – Weekender, originally uploaded by academichic.
Sources:
- Hat: Banana Republic Factory
- Dress: Banana Republic Factory
- T-straps: Target.com
End Notes:
Ah, this is the kind of summer dressing that I find so, so easy. A dress, shoes, and now a big floppy hat. There is something so wonderful about just being able to throw on a dress — with a built-in accessory like this embellished neckline! — and just call it a day.
Dress detail, originally uploaded by academichic.
I definitely went through an anti-dress stage in junior high and high school, followed by a I-can’t-find-dresses-that-fit-me stage in undergrad. But over the past few years dresses — especially jersey dresses — have come to be an essential part of my wardrobe. And it’s funny how my favorite dresses don’t necessarily share a similar aesthetic. Their unifying characteristic is simply that they function beautifully as a single piece outfit.
And isn’t that what makes them perfect for holiday weekends with the family?
30 May 2010 – Weekender, originally uploaded by academichic.
P.S. Baby e. insisted on being in this final picture. He recognizes cameras and will strike a pose whenever someone pulls one out. Future style blogger for sure.
Oooh. I am really diggin’ the purple dress. I like how it’s a simple cotton (just guessing) style, but is dressed up a bit with the sash and the lace. Just simple details but it makes a difference. So many cotton, simple dresses I see seem to be a bit boring and too casual to me… but this is nice!
love it! and baby E. is getting so big!
I’m loving that hat. It’s casual yet sophisticated at the same time, perfect for a weekend. Great outfit!
You definitely look summer weekend chic… and your son is soooo darn cute!
Baby e. is way too cute! And I completely love the idea of a simple dress + shoes to make an outfit. Absolutely perfect for when it gets hot.
Do you try to style dresses differently on different days? I love dresses, but find that I usually pair them with the same shoes/boots/accessories because they look “best” to my eyes. Then I get bored.
E, you always look so great. Every post/outfit of yours is something I’d be proud to wear. Your look is what I aspire mine to be. I even get out of my jeans/pants rut once or twice a week just to try to emulate you. I thrifted a denim Mossimo dress yesterday and am happy to say, I was able to sew a paper bag waist because I was so inspired by yours. Thanks for always looking stylish!
You look amazing particularly with the darling baby boy beside you :D
I love being able to rock summer dresses!!!!
I love the floppy hat. It completes the summer look ensemble!
“Easy and simple” is my new summer motto. I love this dress!
I just love that floppy hat on you; it really raises the summer quotient of the outfit.
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