I'm a recent convert to dresses. I now own seven or eight, a huge increase for me. I love them all, especially on a busy morning when coordinating top + bottom + accessories is a lot of effort. And by studying my fellow bloggers, I have learned that a dress can actually be quite versatile. It can be a skirt, a skirt again (WhatIWore2Day), a tunic (Already Pretty), a blouse/tunic (Fashion for Nerds), a jumper (Thrifty Girl Vintage) a jumper again (Ephemera) -- and probably a hat, but I couldn't find any pics!
This wrap dress was a find at Goodwill, for $6. It's by Tommy Hilfiger, all cotton knit, in a print that I think can work year-round here in the hot zone. I could add a camisole in any number of colors for a bit more modesty.
It's still too hot for boots! But I don't care, I am wearing them, and loving it. Today it's just little-bitty boots -- booties, I guess. I picked them up during the same Goodwill trip as the dress. They are by Sofft, and they are incredibly comfortable (similar). They are a half-size too big, and I think it shows with bare legs -- they look a tad clunky here. But with some tights, or worn with straight leg jeans, these babies will be perfect.
The navy cotton jacket is my kind of cover-up -- a little structured, but not too corporate. It's by DKNY Jeans, and I bought it at my favorite consignment store, Cottage Rose. I really like it over this dress for the office. Just Visible enough! Now let's see what you're wearing, my beautiful fashionistas.
The guidelines to participate in the Visible Monday Link-Up are so simple!
- Any Monday, whoever wants to can join in! Just compose a post that includes any outfit, accessory, piece of jewelry, hairstyle, cosmetic or other adornment that makes you feel more confident, alive and visible that day.
- Include a link to Not Dead Yet Style somewhere in your post.
- Go to the bottom of this post and click on this cute little link:
That is a great dress! I love your visible Monday's - I recently discovered what it all meant and it's such a great idea.
ReplyDeletePatti, you look fabulous in this dress! With the jacket it is just perfect-and the jacket is such a cute one. What cool booties. I envy you with your fine thrift purchases! Ya'll must have some great thrift stores there.
ReplyDeleteYour dress looks great! I do not know why I don't wear more dresses...they are so stylish and easy! You encourage me to look for more! Thanks for putting the link up early...it really helps on workdays!! Have a Marvelous Monday!!
ReplyDeletePatti~Love your dress with the jacket. I always try to work a dress as a sirt--but It ususally doesnt work for me. But I love the ease of a dress also; no coordination necessary!
ReplyDeleteI understand how you would need a change of shoe and do a boot being in the warmth. me? I am so sick of boots. They just mean cold and ice to me!
I can only manage a dress as a dress! I guess I'm a dumbass ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove the blazer -- that's a very "now" touch with a dress.
Very cute dress & it looks great with the jacket layered over it. Love it :)
ReplyDeleteThat dress suits you so much I love the length and style x
ReplyDeleteGorgeus dress, Patti.
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Beautiful dress, I love the print. Great dress for the office or place of worship.
ReplyDeleteLove the print on this, it is loud without being deafening.
ReplyDeleteThe jacket is a great touch as well.
You are a most welcome addition, and you look gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI knew you would like my jacket, Debbi : > I thought about you when I edited this pic.
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday back at you, Pam, and thanks as always for participating. You look chic and lovely.
ReplyDeleteLOL, Paula - I do understand that boots in Florida are for fun, and in Massachusetts, well -- not so much : >
ReplyDeleteWendy, a dress tutorial is in order for you : > Thanks for stopping by.
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ReplyDeleteThank you - I appreciate you coming by and I love your blog.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ms. P.
ReplyDeletePatti - Thank you for hosting this. And I love the jacket over dress approach.
ReplyDeleteThank you JT, you look gorgeous as usual!
ReplyDeleteYes, deafening would be bad but loud is good, on Visible Monday : > thanks for coming by!
ReplyDeleteThose booties will definitely be perfect for fall. Thanks for hosting!
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Visible Mondays are always fun! I love your boots with that dress, and I don't think they look too big. The jacket is adorable.
ReplyDeleteYes, I love my little boots! Thanks for playing : >
ReplyDeleteThank you Susan. I do like that little jacket; it's very Florida-weight. : >
ReplyDeleteOh, I adore that jacket, Patti. Love, love, love! Happy Visible Monday.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the inspiration and for hosting this -- what fun, now, to explore these other blogs!
ReplyDeleteDon't you just LOVE Goodwill? Love the booties too. You look great!
ReplyDeleteYou know, blogging has greatly increased the number of dresses in my closet. when I began, I owned exactly one! I think those booties must be the same that I have in brown--mine are also by Soft, a brand I really like. Lookin' good!
ReplyDeleteI really like it with the jacket.
ReplyDeleteI remember the time, when you could not find a single dress out there - because they where out of fasion. I am glad they are (still) back! Your smile crowns your dress!
ReplyDeleteThank you Anne!
ReplyDeleteThank you for coming by, and please come back : >
ReplyDeleteYes, I love them so much! All the employees know me, and vice versa : >
ReplyDeleteTerri, I think I owned two dresses just six months ago. I thought they were too "fussy", or something, but they are simple! I love Soft too.
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks Paula. It is good to see lots of dresses in all the stores, at all price points.
ReplyDeletevery cute and chic dress, I love the print!
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