folk song boho dress

 

 

Spell & The Gypsy Collective Folk Song Boho Dress (also here and here)

Lack of Color Stardust Rancher (also here)

It's finally the last week of school!  It's been a stressful few weeks, but I'll be back to blogging at a regular schedule for the summer.  Today I'm blogging about another Spell & The Gypsy Collective beauty: the Folk Song Boho Dress from the Folk Song Collection.  I have not been on Instagram much the past few weeks so I had no idea that Spell was dropping a new collection, but I happened to log on the day before (or even the day of) and spotted this beauty.  I've mentioned, probably a few times, how drawn I am to the boho dresses.  (I was contemplating purchasing the Folk Song blouse.)  

 

The only hesitation for me was the colour.  Pink is my favourite colour, but I tend to stay away from rose-coloured clothes so I'm still not entirely convinced that this dress suits my complexion, but the colour is SO pretty!  The print is so pretty too.  I just love how effortless the boho dresses are, but you feel like you're wearing something fancy.  Of course, you could dress the dress up with strappy sandals, but I usually wear them to the beach because of how easy they are to throw on and how flowy they are.

 

I'm also coveting the Dylan Smock Dress from the collection, which is the perfect white dress for summer.  I'm also loving the Folk Song Square Neck Gown, especially the colours, but it would sadly be way too long on me.

Happy (Folk Song) shopping!

Mx

sundown / boho mini dress

 

 

 

 

Spell & The Gypsy Collective Sundown Boho Mini Dress (also here and here)

Lack of Color Noir Rancher

 

I typically wait on edge for Spell's collections to drop to purchase the traditional, colourful boho dress, which usually sells out quickly, but I decided to switch it up for the Sundown Collection and purchase this boho mini dress, although not a mini dress on me since I'm so petite, but I don't mind since it's a nice change from my tunics, which I wear as mini dresses, and my midi dresses.  (Speaking of midi dresses, I had also purchased this Spell smocked midi dress from the collection back in January, which I'll share on the blog soon!) 

 

I was drawn to the 'spice' colour and blouson sleeves.  This colour is not a colour I typically purchase for spring but we've had some breezy days, plus this dress will be perfect for fall/winter with a pair of booties.  Spell also made a gown in the same print, which is gorgeous!

Below are some other pretty mini dresses for spring with a boho vibe:

Cleobella Rosy Mini Dress

 Free People Rosebud Print Mix Mini Dress (love it in 'pop combo'!)

Free People Cherry Blossom Mini Dress

Arnhem Tunic Dress in Pink Plum

ZARA Cotton Paisley Dress

Sachin & Babi Celestine Tunic Dress

Anthropologie Agatha Tunic Dress

Auguste The Label Amethyst Tallows Shirred Mini Dress

Topshop Floral Print Ruched Mini Tea Dress

Faithfull The Brand Naline Minidress

Ganni Floral Print Minidress

Ulla Johnson Marielle Floral Minidress

Farm Rio Banana Sunshine Mini Dress

Farm Rio Mix Mini Prints Mini Dress

ASOS Design Mini Smock Dress

 

Happy shopping!

Mx

love story

Spell & The Gypsy Collective Love Story Boho Dress (also here and here)

Lack of Color Zulu Rancher

Dolce Vita Prym Lace-Up Boots

 

I have a slight obsession (ok, it's major) with Spell & The Gypsy Collective's 'Boho Dress'.  Anytime Spell launches a new collection, it's always the first thing I look for.  I love the flowy fit, effortless vibe and the fact that they're just so beautiful!  The 'Boho Dress' is supposed to be a midi fit, but I'm so petite that they end up being a maxi dress on me, which I actually prefer.  

 

I love the sky blue colour of this Love Story Boho Dress from the 'Star Crossed Lovers' collection.  The beautiful floral print is also available in a midi robe and a blouse!  (I also purchased the Love Story Blouse in Red Coral, which I'll share on the blog soon!)  I prefer wearing the boho dress with a pair of sandals, usually a wedge sandal, but I wore it with a pair of Dolce Vita lace-up boots because it was cool out.  (I'd also wear this dress with a pair of white vans for running errands!)

 

Happy shopping!

Mx

things I'm coveting: warm tones

Free People Willow Printed Blouse

Jen's Pirate Booty Attalea Top

Free People I'm The One Maxi Dress

Sam Edelman Lillie Sandals

Ulla Johnson Iris Top

Madewell Smock-Waist Tiered Midi Skirt

Spell & The Gypsy Daisy Chain Romper

Free People Banda Blouse

Things I'm coveting: warm tones and warm sunshine.  I'm dreaming of being on a beach in Florida, or back in Myrtle Beach.  I can't wait to get back to the beach.  There is not much I find more soothing than listening to the crashing waves and feeling the sun on my face (covered with SPF, of course).  When I'm looking for something to wear to the beach, it needs to be comfortable and something I can just throw on, but I also want to feel put together grabbing a bite to eat afterward.  I usually reach for an easy, breezy blouse, maxi dress or romper.

The Free People Willow Printed Blouse, above, which comes in two other colours, is 100% cotton so it would be perfect for a day at the beach.  The print is so pretty.  The Free People I'm The One Maxi Dress looks SO comfy!  It also comes in two other colours.  I love a good romper and this Spell & The Gypsy Daisy Chain Romper is so charming.  I love the ruffles. 

Jen's Pirate Booty is made for the beach.  I wear one of their tops and speak about my love for Jen's Pirate Booty on the blog here, which also includes pictures from one of their lookbooks (pictures are NSFW).  I love the Attalea Top, above.  It looks so comfortable and the colour reminds me of warm sunshine.

Happy coveting!

Mx

spring floral dress

Free People Petit Fours Mini Dress

Dolce Vita Serra Bootie
Free People Zoe Angular Sunglasses

Lack of Color Zulu Rancher

Every spring I purchase at least one floral dress.  Free People is usually my go-to.  You can just throw on one of their dresses and feel (and look) put together.  This Petit Fours Mini Dress, which also comes in ivory, is perfect for spring because it has long sleeves but it's lightweight.  I paired this beautiful floral dress with Dolce Vita booties (that are now almost 50% off!) and my go-to Lack of Color hat.  This dress ties at the back and has an opening, which is that special Free People touch.  You could even wear it backwards (as seen on the ASOS site)!

Other floral dresses by Free People that I'm eyeing for spring:

Free People Feeling Groovy Midi Dress

Free People Iris Floral Long Sleeve Midi Dress

Free People Free Swinging Tunic Dress

Happy shopping!
Mx

boho is best

{Auguste the Label Boho is Best Sleeved Dress (also avail in pink here);

Isabel Marant Etoile Booties;

Brixton Dalila Hat in Brown (colour I'm wearing sold out);
Prada Sunglasses}

'For long sun-stained afternoons, early market mornings and starry festival nights.

This pretty little Shift Dress is an ode to the effortlessness of long Sunday mornings by the sea. This one is loose fitting with boho sleeves and made from the softest rayon in our Indian Princess print, reminiscent of the 70's.

Pair it with loose locks, boho jewels and ankle boots.

xx Auguste The Label'

Hope everyone is having a great weekend!
Mx

#OOTD / the maxi dress of all maxi dresses

{Free People Merida Printed Maxi Dress}

Happy Friday!  Ok, today's #OOTD isn't so much an outfit, but I mean, this dress...all you need is this dress.  I have no words.  This is a dress that screams BUY ME, but unfortunately it comes in XS/S (and M/L) sizing and because I'm so petite, those usually end up being too big for me.  So bummed.  This is the ultimate boho maxi dress.  Super breezy and a dress you can live in all summer.  The colours are SO gorgeous.  Shopbop paired the dress with these sandals, which are gorgeous and go with the easy breezy vibe of the dress, but I picture a pair of gladiator sandals (love these, these and these).  That is, if you're not frolicking on the beach barefoot.

Happy shopping!

Mx

victorian fall

{Free People Perfectly Victorian Dress; Madewell The Jean Vest in Cora Wash;

Brixton Dalila Hat in Sand; shoes: Matiko; sunglasses: Prada}

I last styled this dress very simply by pairing it with some platform sandals (see here).  The dress alone is so pretty I wanted it to be the focus.  This time I wanted to add some fall touches, even though it's still fairly warm in the South.  So I paired it with the denim vest I've been living in and some fringe sandals that give that bootie vibe.  Of course I topped the outfit off with one of my go-to fall hats.  When the temp really drops, I'm excited to pair this dress with actual booties and a cardigan sweater.