Hello, Darlings!
Wedding season continues! Last night I attended a poolside casual dinner in honor of my nephew and his lovely bride to be. It was a beautiful evening with cocktails on the patio and a delicious dinner poolside. In planning for this dinner I struggled a little with what to wear. Ultimately I decided that a maxi dress was what I wanted to wear. I chose the Chico’s Floral Maxi dress.
Chico’s Floral Maxi Dress
I really like this dress and look forward to wearing it many times this summer. The dress has a keyhole neckline and a figure-flattering blouson at the waist. Just below the blouson it is slightly fitted which gives a slimmer look to the hip area. The print is a gorgeous tropical floral in navy with a splash of lime green on a background of white. Very fresh and modern looking. Best part, I was able to order this dress in petite.
Chico’s Floral Maxi Dress With Keyhole Neckline
I chose to accent this dress with a FABULOUS pair of white beaded tassel earrings from Baublebar. This dress just screamed tassel earring from the moment I bought it. Baublebar is having a 30% off sale right now. Perfect time to stock up on great accessories. For shoes, I chose to be super comfortable and went with this pair of white FitFlops. This was a great choice in that the surfaces of the patio and path down to the pool area were rocky and unstable. Plus, I could stand for hours and not worry about my feet hurting.
Baublebar Tassel Earrings
These earrings are the Mini Granita Tassel Earrings. I have these earrings in several colors. They have become some of my favorites for helping to bring attention up.
I did want to share that underneath the dress I wore my Soma Smoothing Shorts to give a smooth look, and my Soma Enhancing Shape Strapless Bra. The Smoothing Shorts, unlike Spanx, are lightweight and not tight. They remind me of pantyhose. I felt comfortable the entire evening.
Lots of parties and get-togethers planned for the summer. This dress will be perfect for a garden party or even a summer wedding. Just change out the accessories. I hope you are enjoying your weekend activities. Memorial Day and the official start of summer will be here before you know it.
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Regan,
You look fabulous! I have the same floral maxi dress and wore it in Hilton Head and for Mother’s Day!
Hugs,
Robin
Thanks, Robin! I have a feeling this dress is going to get lots of wear this summer. Already one of my faves
I love maxi dresses and yours is so cute. I need to get a pair of tassel earrings I am seeing them everywhere. This was a perfect look for a poolside party.
The tassel earrings are my new favorites!!!
You look fabulous in that dress…love the bright, happy colors and pattern. Earrings are great, too!
Thanks Candi! I loved the earrings so much I bought them in several colors (kinda like I do with shoes)
Girl!! This dress is incredible on you!! And how wonderful that you didn’t have to shorten it—that’s my kind of shopping!!
XOOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Thanks Jodie! I am so lucky Chicos is carrying more petite dresses. Makes my shopping much easier. Especially for last minute events.
And thanks for the info about Chicos carrying petite sizes! This makes me happy!
Love!!!