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I know a lot of us bought this cornflower blue striped shirtdress (seen above with these flats and this clutch) — it is such a chic, tailored but feminine style for a meeting or a casual dinner out. (I was having dinner with my Mom!) It gives me vintage Ralph Lauren vibes with the contrast white shirting collar. And it’s under $170! (Use code YOUROCK or YOURULE for 20% off, bringing the total under $150.) I also jumped on this Harper Shirtdress by Goop’s house label, G. Label — it has a similar elevated everyday elegance. (Reminder that SHOOP15 gets you 15% off of all Goop’s house labels, including Goop Beauty.)
Elegant Everyday Dresses: Street Style Inspiration.
Below, a little mood board to set the tone I’m after. I’m especially drawn to the mixing of neutrals in these photos — especially the brown leather accents:
HARPER DRESS // CORNFLOWER BLUE STRIPE DRESS // TAHLIA DOT HEPBURN DRESS // THE FAVORITE LINEN DRESS // PETRA PAISLEY DRESS // JOAN MAXI SHIRTDRESS // FLARED MINI DRESS IN CHINO // PLEATED DROP WAIST IN CRINKLE
Styling Everyday Dresses for Spring.
HARPER SHIRTDRESS // REFORMATION SANDALS // LES LUNETTES BAMBINO SUNGLASSES (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // NANTUCKET BIG (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // DOOR KNOCKER GOLD PLATED EARRINGS
Can we have a moment for these $148 sandals?! I’m swooning! They remind me of a style from Manolo! So chic with that white-pink pedicure…!
PETRA PAISLEY DRESS // CASHMERE CLASSIC CREW CARDIGAN // POT DE MIEL // ALEXIA SANDAL // PETIT SWELL HOOPS
TAHLIA DOT HEPBURN DRESS // PERIDOT MIGNON FLAT SANDAL // MEDIUM PARK TOTE BAG (LOOK FOR LESS HERE) // PUFFY DAGGER SILVER PLATED EARRINGS
JOAN MAXI SHIRTDRESS // COMO WOVEN STRAW TOTE // SQUARE TOE MILLIE SANDAL // RUSSEL OVAL SUNGLASSES // RUSSEL OVAL SUNGLASSES
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Hi Jen. Appreciate the inspiration, as always. Loving the favorite linen dress in pale yellow. What would you suggest to wear over it for a chilly evening? Thinking possible wedding guest dress. ?
OMG, we are twins. I actually just ordered that dress too. The color and silhouette are so good. I would wear a wrap like this:
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14725967
Or — splurge — this Hermes cashmere-silk shawl:
https://www.hermes.com/us/en/product/chorus-stellarum-shawl-140-H243912Sv09/
If those aren’t your vibe, I think a little jacket could work, but it can be hard to find one that doesn’t dress the look down a lot. For a more casual affair, something like this —
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14726057
Dressier:
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14726071
This could also be super pretty if you’re OK going full-on pastel (if you do, I’d keep accessories very neutral – straw, raffia, nude – so you don’t look like an Easter egg):
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14726081
Finally, an open-weave cardigan could work, too…maybe something like:
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14726113
Will keep looking and let you know if I find anything else!
xx
God spoke today in flowers, and I, who was waiting on words, almost missed the conversation. I love this- I sent it to my sister! Quick question, on the blue and white dress from tuckernuck- did youhem ? I am also short like you. I finally received my everlane eru jeans – I love them though the waist and butt, may be to much jean for my leg Can you recommend an alternative. Wishing you a fabulous Tuesday.
Isn’t that a beautiful quote?
I did not have the Tuckernuck dress hemmed! It’s long but doesn’t touch the ground or anything! I’m 5’0 for reference.
Bummer about the jeans…you might try Madewell’s darted barrel jean. The inseam is even shorter —
https://go.shopmy.us/p-14637516
I go down a size in these, fyi.
xx