Hey there, friends! Happy Monday! How was everyone’s weekend?
On Friday, I went out to celebrate my friend, Gina, who is turning 31 on Valentine’s Day! I wore this super cute blue lace dress. It pairs really well with these suede sandals that I can’t stop wearing but, since it was a little chilly out, I opted for my favorite over-the-knee boots. You may remember the dress from last year. I wore it in red down in Miami during my birthday weekend. I saw it available in the blue a couple weeks ago & couldn’t resist getting it in another color. [There’s also a white version available for under $100!] The fit is a dream. Shift dresses normally swallow me but this one is slender enough to allow me to pull it off. It runs true to size and am wearing an XS in these photos.
[NOTE: I only mention my size because of feedback I have received. I’ve been told that it helps you make a better decision on what to buy for yourselves. It also prevents you from having to ask the question if you’re curious, and saves you from waiting around for me to get back to you! But, on the other hand, I’ve had a couple of girls ask me to stop because ‘we know you’re tiny’. I was a little taken aback because, if you read my fitness post, you know that I’m working to gain weight and that, just like every other girl, I’m a little sensitive when it comes to the topic of weight. I hope that if you’ve read my blog long enough you can tell that I would NEVER want to make anyone feel less than or insecure in any way. That is not my heart, not my intention, and not anything I would ever get satisfaction over. So, please know that I am never, ever mentioning my size to ‘show off’. I seriously wanted to hug the girls that asked me to stop because I hated that I may have upset them. I repeat, that is never how I want to leave people feeling. I’m just trying to help you make a decision on what size to get if you want the item I’m wearing and, honestly, I wish there was a better way to answer that question & give you that information.]
Aside from Friday night, I had a pretty low-key weekend. I ran a few errands, did a lot of cleaning around the apartment, and started doing a lot of organizing in my office. If you’re wanting to redecorate and reorganize, my biggest piece of advice is to know that it takes time and to be patient with the process. It used to really irritate me sometimes that what I think is a short to-do list would take so long to accomplish, but really … I just underestimate how long things take. Ha! I’ve been putting together some lengthy posts lately so, this week, I’m planning on sharing quite a bit of outfit inspiration for ya so I can be a little bit more freed up to do some back-end work … like continue to organize my office. I can’t wait to get ready in the morning and sit at my desk to work on posts! I’m almost there! 🙂 Can’t wait to share what it looks like!!
Thanks to everyone who checked out the Friday Five last week and left Fish & I some love re: our new addition! Chips is a handful but we have been LOVING him. I can’t wait to share more about him in tomorrow’s post! Enjoy your Monday, lovelies! Thanks for stopping by! xo.
This dress is SUCH a pretty color! I love the super feminine lace!
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Haley!
Your hair looks gorgeous in these pictures! And so funny, I wore a pink dress this weekend for a clothing store photoshoot with the SAME detailing on the top/sleeves. I loved it so much!
What a great piece. I adore that color too. Perfect for spring.
Happy Monday!
xo,
Kelly Hoover
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Lovely baby bleu lace dress … so romantic and charming! 🙂
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Loving your dress, so fabulous.
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Hi Haley. I want to thank you for including your size. I am also petite so it’s very helpful! Thanks 🙂
This dress is so pretty on you! Loving your bag and shoes with it.
Rachel / http://www.helloher.co
You’re such a gorgeous, classy and feminine woman! I’m loving this dress, it’s a cute piece!
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How pretty is this dress! So ready for spring!
Isabella
The Chic Mélange
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Your accessories are on point with this outfit!
Angela | Go Gypset
Such a pretty and feminine dress, I love the lace! It’s really making me excited for spring!
xx Tess | Sequins are the New Black
Beautiful dress, and you wear it well. I noticed you linked a seamless romper – do you recommend wearing one under this dress? I can’t tell by the photos if it’s sheer or not. Thank you!
This dress is perfection on you! Love the grey accessories with it. And can’t wait to hear more about Mr. Chips .. their combo name is ADORABLE!
-Morgan
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I personally really appreciate when you mention what size you ordered because it helps me know what size I would order! Also just wanted to say your legs are looking so toned!
Love this dress!
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That dress is seriously so beautiful, I’ve been eyeing it on revolve for a while now!
Diana | http://www.thechicdiary.com
I love the details of your lace dress! It’s so pretty!!
Polly
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So pretty! Love the blue and grey combo! I need those shoes!
I think it’s great that you share your size! Everyone has body hang ups no matter what size we are and I think it’s always clear you do it to show what size fits you the best to help your readers!
Lovely outfit – great colours! Xx
I just adore this dress! so pretty
Irene
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I’m completely in love with this dress! How cute for Spring!
xx Kathryn
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This dress is absolutely amazing, so are the shoes. You definitely have a new follower.