Make it count

It's June! The first month of summer, my favorite time of year. It always goes too fast, but I am determined to make the most of it this year. I still don't have a job, which has both it's cons as well as it's pros, and has helped me make the decision to take a shopping break this month. I made my last purchase of May a very good one though - a white leather mini satchel. It fills the Coach and Rebecca Minkoff shaped holes in my heart closet at a TJMaxx price. You'll see it later this week.

I think a break from shopping will be good for me, because while there will always be new things to want, I don't actually need anything. This summer I will be wearing a ton of white, and it is very well represented in my current wardrobe. I want to pare things down, clean out my closet again, and just embrace a simple summer style, with lots and lots of white.


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The Rundown
White Lace Dress TJMaxx similar
Utility Jacket Old Navy
Sandals Franco Sarto via TJMaxx similar
Grayson Bar Bag Linea Pelle
Gold Hoop Earrings Amazon
Monogram Necklace oNecklace via Good Girl Style Giveaway
Watch "Stella" Fossil via ebay
Knot Bracelet Banana Republic
Gold Bracelets The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Thin Gold Rings Etsy via Sweet Olive Jewelry
Gold Ring Thrifted similar
Hammered Gold Ring Thrifted similar
Sunglasses "Cat Eye Combination" Cole Haan via TJMaxx
Nail Color "Haute as Hello" Essie

52 comments

  1. Love this outfit! And yes, I need to try not to shop this month, but not for clothes - for everything else. Since I'm doing the french wardrobe thing I keep saying to myself 'well, since i can't buy clothes, I may as well by xxx" haha...
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  2. This is such a pretty lace dress and I love the studded bag. I hear you when you say you just want to pare things down and clean out the closet. That's exactly how I feel right now.

    Cynthia
    http://myrosecoloredshades.com

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  3. A shopping break can be fun, especially when you start shopping your closet and finding those unexpected hidden gems. :-)

    Lovely dress and I love the accessories. Happy Monday!

    ~Whitney
    www.whitneynicjames.com

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  4. I loved the look.. your bracelet so cute

    www.dilarakoseler.com

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  5. I am in love with that delicate feminine white lace dress! It is so darling and the perfect summer look!

    Ashley Minck
    www.minck.co

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  6. This outfit is PERFECT! I love the lace pairing with the utility jacket!

    Eleventh & Sixteenth

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  7. That lace dress is so pretty! I love it paired with the military jacket to toughen it up. Seems a lot of bloggers are doing a shopping ban this summer...good luck with it!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  8. What a gorgeous dress. I love anything lace and the white color is perfect for summer.

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  9. Smart woman, I need a shopping break myself. I love white so easy and chic perfect for the summer months. Beautiful dress.

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  10. White lace is such a perfect summer look! I love it almost as much as seersucker!! Good luck on the shopping break... I've been on one too until I've styled my wardrobe all the ways that I can sigh... it's been hard but good!!

    Jessie at www.BlushandBlonde.com

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  11. I could live forever in dresses like this one, they are always a hit. Love it paired with the tougher jacket.
    If you get the chance, join my linkup today to share your amazing post.

    xo
    PinkSole

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  12. I LOVE that dress! The texture, the design. Breathtaking completely. Lovely as always pretty lady!

    P.S. I LIVE for overcast days. Frigging LIVE for them in photos.

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  13. oh, that lacy dress is so pretty! I also like that tiny bag which you've found, it's so stylish and chic) Seems like you are dressed after the latest fashion!
    Wish you a blessed day ahead!

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  16. Beautiful dress! I made the same commitment. There should be some great after 4th of July sales.

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  17. Love the girly lace dress against the utility jacket :) Super fun combo!!

    Tori
    FashionBlingGirlyThings

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  18. Beautiful dress, Lyddie and I love the casual styling, it brings out the beautiful laces even more!

    I haven't shopped much recently as I went through my existing wardrobe and pieces which didn't fit me anylonger but now I can wear them again. Great to show new combinations on the blog as we can't always afford new things.

    Annette | Lady of Style

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  19. I've been on a shopping break for the last month and am actually really enjoying it - I find it helps me get some critical distance from my closet and evaluate my actual needs better.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  20. Super look, love everything my dear, pretty.

    http://freedmode.blogspot.fr/
    Thanks for your comment.
    New post on my blog
    See you soon
    Kisses

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  21. Swoon, I love that dress and happy June, lovely! xoxo

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  22. I have a white lace dress, but it is nothing like this beauty! Love the detail! And that cargo jacket is such a perfect way to dress it down!

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  23. I think a shopping break does us all well! Isn't it crazy when your wardrobe gets to that point where you really don't need... anything?! lol. I go weeks without wearing the same thing (maybe months... eww). It's a sickening lovely obsession! Adoring this dress! & Olive is stunning on you.

    ♥ | http://www.connect-the-cloths.com | xoxo
    http://blogspotter.co/connect-the-cloths/

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  24. I agree with you! I break from shopping can be great, and I am currently in one. It also helps me wear items that sit in my closet without being worn. I love this white, laced dress, beautiful.

    -Vogue&Heels
    www.vogueandheels.com

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  25. Pairing down can be refreshing. I'm wishing you luck on the job front! Looooove this dress!

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  26. I loved this post :) you and I are on the same Summer wavelength! Lots of white and softer neutrals. Last summer I was all about color. This year I'm more into simplicity and clean lines. I love this dress! It's beautiful :)

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  27. I've been wearing lots of white this summer too! I also just decided to do a spending ban this month. I've been having lots of fun these past few weeks, but spending a bit too much money- woops!

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  28. That is a beautiful lace dress that usually cost a small fortune, you are so lucky to find it at TJM. You wear it so very well. Enjoy your Summer!

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  29. I love the combo here: a dressy dress and a laid back shell and of course that great bag.
    I have a feeling the BF took these ;)
    I am excited to know you'll be doing some closet cleaning.

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  30. gorgeous find! i could use a great white dress for summer. that and an awesome white handbag (sadly had to return my rebecca because it was so heavy and the strap didn't have a leather part by my shoulder... ouch). Adore this together. I did just get the utility jacket, too! :)

    alyson
    www.theaveragegirlsguide.com

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  31. This dress! Where do I even begin? It's perfect. I will be joining you on shopping break this month - or at the very least I have good intentions to. Somehow, despite the fact that I don't shop much, I always seem to have clothes waiting to be worn and it's time to deal with that before acquiring anything else new. I'm looking forward to seeing all of your summer white ensembles. And your new bag!
    xox,
    Cee

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  32. Good luck! I'm not shopping this month either, we can support each other! This lovely dress is just so pretty!

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  33. I loved the dress and you look amazing with this look! The glasses are my favorite piece, to be honest. I want one now! haha Loved it, such a beautiful look! <3 Love xx

    www.beatrizrocha.com

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  34. I am in love with that dress!! I need to start searching my local TJ Maxx!! Hang in there with the job hunt! It took me forever to find a job!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  35. Yes to not shopping!! Yes to June and the beginning of Summer!! Yes to White!! Yes to Little White Dresses!! Yours is quite delightful speaking of LWDs and I love how you wore it. I need to re-create it, since I also own a Lace White Dress.

    Happy June Lydia!! May it be FANTASTIC for you!!

    <3 Ada.

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  36. I'm taking a shopping break too. I hope you find a job soon!

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  37. That dress is perfect for this time of year!!!!

    www.plogstyl.comAldijana

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  38. June's a lovely month indeed, it is! I'm sure you'll find a job soon enough. The instant you get comfortable without one, one will pop up, right? That's usually how the universe works. ;)

    You look stunning in that dress, and I love the olive green with it! Pretty laaaaady!

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  39. This dress is stunning on you...I love the unexpected pairing with the utility jacket!

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  40. Looking forward to more shopping! whenever you're ready!

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  41. Your utility jacket is perfect. I looks great with your white, delicate dress!

    The Fashionable ESQ
    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

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  42. Good for you for taking a shopping break and embracing lots of white. You look especially lovely in the second shot and it is certainly your color!

    xoxo,
    little luxury list formerly Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  43. Every time I think "I am not going to buy anything after this one purchase…" but I never keep it. I need to be better. There are just so many temptations! Love this dress, and I can't wait to see your new bag!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  44. You are off to a great start with your whites and fun summer style. Love thy dress! I totally hear you about cleaning out and pairing down. I try to do that semi-regularly.

    Xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  45. Also, good luck on the job hunt! I know that can be so exhausting.

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  46. Nice outfit & your look is amazing. I also like Louis Vuitton Sunglasses is just simply awesome and i would like to owe one.

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  47. Love love your dress..especially when paired with an army jacket. Very chic outfit indeed. Have a wonderful rest of your week!

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  48. I want to steal this dress. It is absolutely gorgeous! Love how you paired it with a utility jacket too!

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  49. I adore you gorgeous white lace dress. I'm on hunt for new. I absolutely in love this year in white as well and especially embroidery and lace. I think their just perfect for summer. I hope we will be lucky once again and Summer will arrive. Love to wear dresses and skirts more. I hope you will find job. I know how hard it is.

    xoxo Ra

    http://www.ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie/

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  50. 100% in love with this dress and this look
    Brett

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