Dot. Dot. Dot.

When your talking classic, forever prints, polka dots are going to be near the top. Now I don't have a lot of polka dot print in my wardrobe.  It's not that I don't like it, I just like other prints better.  I also find that polka dot pieces can either have a juvenile or retro vibe.  I neither want to look too young nor like I'm ready for a midcentury costume party.   Another reason why I may not have brought these spots into my closet is that I prefer lighter and cleaner/less busy palettes.

When I saw this dress it spoke to me! Ladies that's how you should approach your wardrobe and interior design for that matter. It's bright white (my favorite color to wear), the spots are larger with more blank space, and the silhouette is ultra feminine.

Sleeveless dresses are my go-to for all year wear.  They're cool in the summer and perfect for layering over and under in lower temperatures.   This high neck creates more interest than your basic crew or v neckline and you can't go wrong with a waist cinching sash.
Styling Tip:  Exchange the self fabric sash with a leather belt to create a contrast and add texture.

I wore this dress to church and added some pizzazz with a pair of shiny red patent leather sandals.  For the office, I believe you can still strut in red sandals but in letting the dress and print speak for itself I opted for classic black pumps in this look.

Go ahead, sport some spots ...

Polka Dot Dress: Ann Taylor || Pumps: Nine West || Polish: Essie || 

Dress Beautifully in Dots

XOXO Sarah Louise

Spot-Light

This Blouse is Spot On! 

I Love Work Wear and I Love Color.  

I find it Miserably Boring to have a Constant Rotation of Dark Neutral Solids for Work. Adding Color and Print Doesn't take away from Professionalism but Rather Allows Your Personality to Shine Through.  

Now, I don't Recommend Mixing Prints or Neon Colors for Interviewing or Important Meetings (those are the occasions to dress as simplistic as possible)

This Blouse isn't Just for the Office Ladies, Pair it with Jeans or Under a Sweater and You've Got Yourself a Casual Chic Weekend Look.

Polka Dots are a Timeless Print.  What Made me Run and Grab a Sales Associate to Remove it Off the Mannequin Display so I Could Have it was How Large the Polka Dots were.  This Blouse also has a lot of Graphic Design to it with the Brighter Blue Stripe Down the Middle. 

I knew I wanted to Pair it with my Mustard Pencil Skirt.  Sure Grey, Navy, and Black would be Nice, but Adding a Saturated Gold Hue is Much More Fun :)

I Chose my Favorite Gold Hoops to Mimic the Circular Polka Dots and Blue Pumps to go Along with the Brilliant Blues in the Blouse.

When Wearing a Look with Lots of Color Keep Your Handbag Neutral (Tan, Grey, Black) 

Dot Blouse: Ann Taylor || Pencil Skirt: J Crew Similar || 

Earrings: Kate Spade Similar || Pumps: Nine West || Polish: Butter London ||

Sunglasses: Target || 

Dress Beautifully in Polka Dots

XOXO Sarah Louise 

Pretty Woman Moment

I Believe that All Women are Pretty, We were Simply Made that Way 
But a Lovely Dress, Some Lipstick and a Fun Pair of Heels Polishes a Gal Straight to Gorgeous!

When I saw this Dress it Reminded me of Something but I couldn't put my Finger on it.
I tried it on and was Uncertain about the Muted Carmel Color Washing me Out but was in Love with it's Classic Shape and Print. 
And it Hit Me.  
It Reminded me of the Dress Julia Roberts wore to the Polo Match in One of the Best Movies of All Time 'Pretty Woman'.   It's not an Exact Replica as Hers was a Chocolate Brown but I Certainly Felt Like a Pretty Woman in it!

Pops of Bright Red Set this Soft Color Palette on Fire with a Vintage Feminine Flair.

I Plan to Bring it into Fall with Shades of Navy & Burgundy in a Blazer, Scarf and/or Pump.  
Adding a Pair of Boots and a Cardigan will not Only Keep You Warm but Keep You Fall Fabulous.

I Styled this Look Fitting for a Lady with Pearls & a Summer Sun Hat 

Carmel Polka Dot Dress: J Crew Factory  | Red Pumps: Nine West |

| Essie Polish: Clambake  | Lips: Butter of London 'Lippy' |

Be a Pretty Woman in Polka Dots

XOXO Sarah Louise