Dress Beautifully: puff sleeves

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May 3, 2023

Worth It Onsie

Rompers, they look like a dress but have the benefit of shorts. In a light weight fabric they're so cool and comfortable for day or night. I love the puff sleeves and roomy fit of this one - so much this is my second. I purchased in a solid light pink last year.

Now, you will be mostly naked each time you visit the ladies room ... but if your romper's cute #worthit

Style Tip: Look for one that has a zipper. This one has buttons and a zipper. The ones with belts or buttons in the back require the most work.

Romper - Espadrilles - Earrings

Dress Beautifully in a Romper

XOXO Sarah Louise

Aug 31, 2022

Limelight

I'm always telling you gals to invest in classic pieces but it's equally as important to have fun with your outfits. A great way to do that is to incorporate statement colors, embellishments and trends.

This top clearly doesn't shy away from the limelight. In a neon hue, dramatic puff sleeve and detailed neckline it's certainly a showstopper. I like adding bold pieces like this one. It shakes things up in my wardrobe, keeping it fresh and modern!

Tip: Light jeans and neutral accessories are key pairings to soften a look.

Lime Top (more color options) | Jeans (size up 1) | Similar Clogs

I encourage you to embrace a piece that's outside your box and wear it proudly!

Dress Beautifully in the Limelight

XOXO Sarah Louise

Mar 7, 2022

5 Ways to Go Bananas

Happy Monday gals! This past weekend was warm, sunny and full of fun! We celebrated my niece and Vivian's bestest cousin friend in the whole wide world's birthday and even had a sleepover at our house. I took both girls to church dressed just alike and oh my heavens they were the cutest little church girlies! - see my IG for pictures :)

I'm always sharing that versatility is key for making purchases and have a diverse wardrobe. It's equally important to shop your own closet, styling looks with what you have, rather than adding new. Great style doesn't equal having the latest!

So, I'm taking this colorful banana print blouse and pairing it 5 different ways with pieces I've had for quite some time. I kept the heels the same (they're my new fav for this upcoming Spring/Summer) and simply changed the bottoms. Any sandal casual or dressy will style beautifully with any of these looks.

I hope these visuals help inspire you to create a multitude of outfits with what you have!

Love these White Jeans! They're a bright beautiful staple for warm weather.

Personally, I like a little distressing for a modern touch.

Lavender Skirt

Shorts

I love the tan color - beautiful with bright white tops and forgiving when it comes to stains

b/c this season is all about play - am I right?!

Denim Skirt

Skirt & Here

Banana Print Blouse | Heels

Dress Beautifully Styling Your Wardrobe

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Oct 20, 2021

A Little Vintage - A Lot of Fun

Sometimes you just have to step outside of your style box for a piece that makes you feel fun! This dress is that for me. I typically wear fitted, structured pieces that are never above the knee. Pieces that are classic, simple and safe. But the older I get I'm jumping in when a garment sparks a little joy for me, because life is too short to wear boring clothes!

Now, I'm not going to compromise quality or modesty but branching out for a look with uniqueness adds a whole lot of style. I've been loving designer Hunter Bell for a couple years now. Her designs are feminine with exaggerated details making them a perfect mix of pretty and pizzazz!

I encourage you to go for it when you find a piece that's pretty and unlike anything you typically wear. And most importantly, wear it with confidence!

This dress has vintage elements in the patchwork print and eyelet lace trim, modern elements in the puff sleeves and mini length and comfortable versatility in a roomy silhouette.

I also like to shop small businesses & boutiques. Clair de Lune has quickly become a favorite and most frequently shopped. It's a shop located here in NC that carries a variety of pretty things including designer pieces. Since they're several hours away from me I follow & shop them online but I can't wait to make a visit in person one day.

Dress it up with heels and/or warm it up with boots and layers (a fur vest is next on my outfit list).

Come next year I'll wear it with a pair of sandals.

Dress & Here & Here | Boots & Here & Here | Sunglasses | Earrings |

Dress Beautifully in a Fun Little Mini

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Sep 1, 2021

Classic Chic & Comfortable

My Grandma wore white tops & denim skirts nearly every day. My Mamma and myself are both inspired by her classic style and have a strong affinity for the look. I've shared often that if I had a 'uniform' / go-to outfit it would be a white blouse and jeans.

I love the clean freshness of a crisp cotton white top. I feel polished and bright when I wear them. Against a nice fitting pair of jeans and you're not only comfortable, you're classically chic! The contrast of blue and white together is soft and just pretty (even in my home decor).

Keeping the look current (never basic) lies in the design details. A little embellishment on a cotton top speaks to the trends while the cut on a jean does the same.

I'm all about a good statement collar as it resembles my Mamma's glory days that she spent mimicking Princess Diana's look. They also showcase your face, where your smile shines at others.

For jeans flattering cuts are the goal. I went with a slim wide leg to compliment the cropped length of the top. When I want to look cool, I wear a pair of jeans with distressing. Play with details that suit your fancy!

Earlier this month I shared the come back of clogs Here. I'm going to strut higher in these platform cuties all season long!

Blouse & Here | Jeans & Here | Clogs

Mar 24, 2021

Flower Power

Florals for Spring ... groundbreaking! Gals, The Devil Wears Prada is an all time favorite movie.

But, truly all the floral prints are out on the racks ... more like websites and I'm here for it. Flowers are pretty and colorful and cheerful. We gift them to those needing wellness, those we love and plant them around our homes to add beauty. So wearing them is a no brainer.

Personally, I don't discriminate too hard when it comes to floral garments. I love tiny blooms in liberty prints as much as big bold blooms. I do prefer lighter and brighter shades.

This blouse struck my eye for the saturated colors, abstract watercolor looking print, crisp cotton fabric, collar shirt design and pretty puff sleeves!

I was able to try it on in the store! I truly love touching and trying on pieces. The sizing runs big and I ended up ordering and xxs petite with plenty of room and length. Normally I'm an xs petite or xs for reference.

The versatility of this blouse extends from jeans, shorts, skirts and even trousers. I can't think of an occasion where it would't shine.

I chose a casual pairing with distressed jeans and a slide heel. This is how I would style it for a gathering with my gal pals ... which is what I'm dying to do!!!

Shoes are very on trend and resemble a high end designer pair. I love the mid height heel for wearability.

These jeans are one of my most favorite pairs for their cool design and amazing comfort! And if I'm hard on them playing with Vivian it's all ok because they're ripped up anyways. A concept my Mamma can not understand.

Flower Blouse | Jeans & Here | Slide Heels | Hoop Earrings

Dress Beautifully in Florals

XOXO Sarah-Louise

Dec 4, 2020

Friday Favorites: Collars & Puff Sleeves

A few of my favorite things ... Collars and Puff Sleeves!

They add strong yet feminine details to a garment. They were very prominent in the styles of the 80's and done in pretty colors and fabrics who wouldn't want to resemble Princess Diana?!!

Fun Fact: I'm just as enamored with Princess Diana's style as I am Kate's!