Saturday, August 12, 2017

It's Still Summer


Hat: HERE| Dress: c/o HERE| Handbag: Older, similar option HERE| Suede Sandals: Via Spiga, old

So it's almost Fall, but not quite, which means that it is still summer 😊 I took advantage of this simple fact, and put this outfit together for a spin. I acquired both the hat and dress about the same time (a few weeks ago), although neither were intentionally meant to be paired with the other. However, when the dress came in the mail I immediately knew that it belonged with this hat 💥 Wasn't I right? Don't they look so happy together?! LOL! 
If you're a regular visitor to my blog I will not bore you again about my ❤ of black & white color duos...Instead, I'll introduce you to a new-to-me brand, Simply Be. Simply Be is a UK based women's fashion retailer. They aren't new to the scene, in fact according to their site - "We’ve been leading the way in plus-size fashion for years, so we know a thing or two about creating perfect fits. Every time. And for everybody."

And check out this ah-mazing mission statement:

WE ARE NOT ONE SIZE FITS ALL.
AND WE ARE NOT A FAD.

CURVE IS NOT A TREND OR A HOT TOPIC.
IT’S NOT AN ADD-ON OR AN AFTERTHOUGHT.
IT’S AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO.

IT’S WHY WE EXIST.
WE’VE BEEN HERE SINCE DAY ONE.
AND WE’RE STILL LEADING THE WAY.

WE DEMAND STYLE. WE DEMAND FIT.
AND WE HATE COMPROMISE.

WE ARE SIMPLY BE.

WE ARE CURVES.

This vintage inspired midi dress flatters a variety of body types, and it comes with a high neck and cut-out shoulder detailing. It's currently available is sizes 8-28, plus you have the option of selecting from two different lengths (which I didn't realize when I ordered it).

The cut-outs are my absolute favorite feature hands down! Not only are they great alternative to the cold shoulder trend, but they also tie in wonderfully with the vintage design. 

I got a number of compliments both times that I wore this look - I look forward to styling the dress and the hat with existing items in my wardrobe.

Until next time,
Xx

12 comments:

  1. Wow Joi, you look stunning in this wonderful dress. Great from hat to toe!
    XO Tina

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  2. The compliments are well deserved. Loving the look
    www.stylesbynancy.blogspot.com

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  3. Such a stunning outfit from head to toe. Love the classy black & white

    michellespaige.com

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    1. Thank you Michelle! Black & white duos exude class :)

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  4. WOW, isn't this whole look perfect? You look so elegant and posh, sweetie!
    X
    Miri
    http://currentlywearing.com

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  5. That is a stunning dress! And I agree, the hat and the dress need to be together!

    Thank you for joining the Thursday Moda link up!

    Mary
    https://www.themarycurator.com/

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  6. Thanks for joining the Top of the World Style linkup party with your post. You look stunning!

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    1. Thank you Nicole!! Black & white is my favorite pairing to date :)

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