Colorfully Done

During the winter months, especially after the holiday season, I found myself online shopping A LOT. Cozied up on my couch, clad in sweats with heat blasting, I would reach for my laptop and visit my fave websites. This was my cold weather hobby. The freezing temps and snow did not discourage me from perusing all things warm weather related. It was my way of wishing the cold away. During one of these sessions, I found this amazingly colorful dress in my tried and true silhouette: the fit & flare. And with the price, it was a no brainer. When it arrived, my excitement was quickly dissipated when reality struck. I would have to wait patiently for the long winter months to pass before wearing this gorgeous number. On a hanger and into the closet it went. It wasn't until a month or so ago, during one of my closet purging moments, I rediscovered the dress! After a trip to the tailor (minor adjustments) and a warm day later, I finally got to show it off.  What I love most about this dress is how colorful it is without being overwhelming. It is easy to highlight any one of the many colors woven into the fabric of this dress. Eenie, meenie, miney, mo! I decided to go with a bright yellow cardi, giving it the work appropriate touch. The fullness of the skirt gave it a nice swing as I sashayed my way through the office!

Outfit Details:

Multi-Color Dress: Isabel Lu (Tate) from Piperlime, $12.95. That is not a lie! The dress was already marked down with a promotional discount. Even with the tailoring expense, it was worth every penny. Here are a few dresses to consider if you'd like to add some color to your wardrobe, all from Piperlime: (1) Collective Concepts, $29.97-$34.97; (2) Pim + Larkin, $39.97; and (3) Ark & Co, $64.50.

Bow Necklace: Agatha Paris (French brand), $ bday gift from my Parisienne friend. For something similar check out Kate Spade: Skinny Mini Necklace, $78 or Etsy: LittleThingsbyTCY, Simple Bow Necklace, $12.

Embellished Cardigan: Banana Republic. This cardi is from the archives. For some colorful cardi options, check out Loft's selection; some are on sale!

Gold Braided Belt: A purchase from H&M (similar), also from the archives.

Patent Nude Pumps: Arturo Chiang from Vince Camuto Outlet, $30-ish. For a few alternatives, check out Lord & Taylor's  selection of nude colored pumps, many of which are on sale. Use code SAVE for an additional 20% off regular, sale & clearance items through 6/3.

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