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I wore this a couple of weeks ago for a little shopping trip with Meg. When Roundabout is having their semi-annual sale is the only time I really shop there. I love couture as much as the next girl, but I can realistically only buy it when it's somewhere along the lines of 90% off, so secondhand and deeply discounted is how I shop.

I was good and only got one dress, a silk wrap in a watercolor kind of print by an Italian designer, out the door for just over $100. It's for an upcoming wedding and therefore completely justifiable.

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The Rundown
Dress Morrell Maxie c/o ThredUP similar
Jeweled Espadrille Sandal Dune London
Straw Tote TJMaxx similar
Pave Triangle Necklace Meredith Leigh via TJMaxx
Ellis Bracelet Robyn Rhodes via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)
Gold Twisted Bracelet The Cavernous Jewerly Box similar
Gold Wrap Ring gift from Meg similar
Chevron Ring Etsy via Silver Canyon Jewelry
Sunglasses Halston thrifted
Nail Color "Bunny" Julep



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30 comments

  1. What a killer dress- floaty and comfy, but too chic. Gorgeous on you!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  2. Love love love your sandals...and your tote is adorbs!

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  3. I want to talk about this outfit but I'm really stuck on the idea of a couture dress for $100. I mean, seriously?! How is that possible? I'm officially dying to see that dress. Not to say that this one isn't lovely, too, because it is; the black and white is right up my street and I'm pretty much convinced that those sparkly sandals would go with anything and look perfect, because sparkle is a neutral as much as leopard is ;)
    xox,
    Cee

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  4. I can't wait to see the dress you picked up (it sounds really lovely and I'm amazed at the price!), as much as I love this little black number that you're sporting.

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  5. Loved this outfit! And yep, you did good...unlike me, ha ha! Oh well, I already wore one of the dresses and will wear the other one soon ;)
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  6. Gorgeous dress! It is so flattering on you. And you can never go wrong with black and white!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  7. This is very chic....but now I can't wait to see the watercolor print one you just bought!! jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  8. I cannot wait to see the dress you brought home for the wedding! Couture is gorgeous, but I agree, it's just too much for my monthly habit.

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  9. Great dress that flatters your figure nicely. I am in love with your bag and the color tassels. You look lovely.

    http://www.racheldinh.com

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  10. Fabulous dress! Black and white is so classy :)

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  11. You look so chic dear!

    Please click on the link on my post
    http://helderschicplace.blogspot.com/2015/08/less-is-more.html

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  12. Now that's a bargain. Great outfit, and also I love the pom-pom tassels. Can't wait to see the dress! :)/Madison
    The Travel Deluxe

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  13. I am loving that bag!! The pom poms and tassels are so fun!

    xo,
    Angela

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  14. Gorgeous dress and pom pom bag. And I love the pictures. You look very pretty!

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  15. Love how you've styled your black dress! Your straw bag and fun sandals are eye catching and add a fun element.

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  16. Love this black & white dress, the perfect summery look!!
    Marta
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  17. I'm LOVING that purse and dress. You look great and happy!

    ~Zabrinah
    your everyday girl,
    writing about guys

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  18. What a chic dress! I can't wait to see your new purchase! It sounds gorgeous!

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  19. Pretty dress, simple and practical. I love the straw tote.

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  20. your tote bag is so dang cute! I love the neon tassels on it! super cute look!
    kelseybang.com

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  21. Easy pretty summer dress, you can't beat it!

    Alice
    www.happpinessatmidlife.com

    Would love to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.

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  22. Lovely dress dear!!!!!

    www.plogstyle.com

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  23. Such a pretty summery dress. I love the sandals you're wearing with it.

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  24. This dress is fantastic! I'm also loving the fun colorful tassels on your tote!

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  25. That dress is so classic and pretty and I love that bracelet!

    Nicole
    Nicole to the Nines

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  26. I dont think I had seen this dress you're wearing before.
    Ohhhh a wedding ! how fun- although my budget cannot take another one, they've set me back at least 600 bucks.

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  27. That dress sounds amazing! I can't wait to see it. This dress is also really cute - you know I'm a fan of black and white!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  28. Very chic & an investment piece for sure you'll have some cherished memories for sure!

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