Mad for Maxis

Since this summer will find me a little more... rotund than usual, I am currently obsessed with snatching up any and every maxi dress that comes my way (if within a reasonable price point, might I add). I recently received this one as a gift, and am REALLY loving it:

It's got just enough stretch to make it wearable right now, and I know that I will still love it in the future. It's comfortable and easily dressed up or down, depending on the accessories.

And, of course, Anthro never fails to disappoint in the apparel arena, so here are a few more maxis I would love to own:

      Frida (I love the playful print; it's perfect for summer.)     

              

 Budding Dahlia (Isn't this one of the most beautifully feminine dresses you have ever seen?) 

Whispering Forest (The color and shape in person are stunning I tell you. Stunning.) 

 V-Formation (Ok, I might actually buy this one...)

I am also looking forward to a forthcoming trip to Vegas, so I can hit up the H&M for some more affordable options. Because, let's be honest, a girl can never have too many dresses. Especially in the summer.

Every so often...

I am pleasantly surprised by Down East Basics. Usually its clothing is just left (or a lot left) of what I like, so when I find something that works, I am greatly pleased. I procured this little number online over the weekend, and was delighted to work with a store that has great customer service and a great product for the price point. (Hint, hint, Shabby Apple.)

I was so pleased with this little dress, in fact, that I went ahead and procured the black version as well.

Did I mention they're having a 20% off dress sale? You can't afford not to get something. Well done, Down East, well done.

Deliciously diaphanous

--> I'll admit that I've always been a bit of a girlie-girl. I love clothes and accessories that are soft, ethereal and delicate. Spring is the perfect season to shed some of winter's bulkiness and delight in all that is diaphanous.

Here are a few of my favorite new pieces:

Chiffon Pom Flower Earring | seal(ed) - lovely vintage hairpin set

Satin and Bead Necklace | Mini Flower-and-Bead Necklace

Lingering Vest | Vanilla Bean Blouse

Molded and Melded tee
(l: ivory; r: sky)

Chiffon forget-me-not cardigan
(l: sandstone sky; r: sandstone shell)

(I apologize for all the florals... I think I'm just ready for Spring. And let's be honest, a beautiful floral in a soft, light fabric is the epitome of diaphanous.)