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Ruffle Floral Midi Dress

July 13, 2017

Hello, loves!
Sorry for the procrastination that led to not getting this post up sooner, but I feel like I’ve been stuck in vacation mode ever since Mark and I returned from the Central Coast. We had so much fun celebrating his 30th birthday, from dining with a view of the Morro rock, to exploring the private cottages at Hearst Castle, to wine-tasting on a walking tour in Santa Barbara.. Why would anyone ever want to return to real life? But alas, we’re both back to work and braving this Southern California heat. I guess it makes it all the more special and exciting to look forward to the next fun trip!
Speaking of special, this dress from I Shop Simply immediately caught my eye when I came across it on their site, thanks to the vivid print and cute little ruffle detail on the skirt. I pictured myself twirling around town in it, which I of course had to demonstrate! Be sure to use the code created for my readers, “dressedfortime” to save 15% on your order. I’ve also been loving these heeled sandals from JustFab. They’re called “Sanoura” and I own them in 5 colors! The Green and Cobalt Velvet are on super sale right now. Comfy, cute and reasonably priced.. I’m sensing a theme here 😉

Dress c/o I Shop Simply // Sandals / JustFab // Clutch / vintage // Earrings / vintage Chanel // Ring and Bracelet / Gorjana from Rocksbox (use code “KRISTINBFF320 for your first month free)

Shot by Holli Z Photography.

This post was sponsored by I Shop Simply and contains affiliate links. Clicking on these links or purchasing items through them may provide me with a small commission. This is part of what keeps Dressed for Time going. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Summer Brights Maxi Dress

June 30, 2017

Hello, loves!
Today I’m sharing another lovely maxi from The Mint Julep Boutique.
When I first saw this dress, with it’s bold shades of blue, green, and coral, I instantly wanted to be outside wearing it, basking under the summer sun. Well, OK, I wanted to be in the shade at a pool party or under the awning of my favorite ice cream shop, but regardless. It begs to be worn on a warm day, with hair up off the shoulders, simple jewelry and sandals comfy enough to walk around all day in.
Along with sleeveless maxi dresses, I’m also digging any kind of accessory with tassels, and I’m thinking it’s definitely one of my top 5 trends for summer. I’ll be doing a trends post soon, sharing my other 4 picks, so be sure to watch out for that! This necklace in particular is SO pretty in person, from the aqua tassels to the grey beads to the silky cord. I can’t wait to pair it with black, white, or another pretty print this season.
I grabbed this maxi dress in a size XL, which the website states would work for a 10, but I’m a 12, some days a 14, and this fits me like a glove, so I would say maybe to size down with this style. The material is quite stretchy, and hugs my curves in all the right places. I just got some of those bra converters too, which makes wearing this with a standard bra no problem. Plus, pockets! What’s not to love?
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Dress & Necklace c/o The Mint Julep Boutique // Sandals / Old Navy // Bag / Botkier // Ring / Gorjana from Rocksbox // Water Bottle / FabFitFun

Shot by Holli Z Photography.

This post was sponsored by The Mint Julep Boutique and contains affiliate links. Clicking on these links or purchasing items through them may provide me with a small commission. This is part of what helps keep Dressed for Time going.

Day Date Maxi Look

June 25, 2017

Hello, loves! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite maxi dresses for summer, the Kaia from Ellie & Adair. It’s definitely an item I would call an elevated basic, because it’s simple and can be dressed up or down, but it has some extra little details. This maxi features collarbone-grazing cutouts, knee-high slits, and… pockets! It’s also the softest stretch material and is so comfy to lounge around in, or it can totally be dressed up for a day date or the material at the bottom can be tied and worn for a GNO with some heeled sandals and a statement necklace.

When pulling the accessories to bring this dress to life, I knew I wanted to keep it playful and casual. I grabbed the necklace to add some color and a touch of glam, the sandals for comfort and simplicity, a denim button down for texture, and a crossbody bag only big enough for the essentials. I felt the look was missing something, so I tried on this panama hat. Just in case you all hadn’t noticed, I rarely wear hats, and only own a handful. They’re just not an accessory I reach for, and I think that’s because I am under the impression that I have an oddly shaped head. Most hats just don’t fit my head right! I love a floppy sun hat, but most fedoras, caps, etc., I think are super unflattering on me. This one though called to me, and I’ve worn it several times since purchasing. I thought it perfectly went along with the casual, not-trying-too-hard vibe I was going for, and totally a look I would wear for a day date with the boyfriend.

If you love this dress as much as I do, you can shop it now at Ellie & Adair, just make sure to use code VIP15 at checkout to save 15% off your total purchase AND free shipping!

Dress c/o Ellie & Adair // Denim shirt / Target // Crossbody / Poshmark // Sandals / Target // Necklace / Premier Jewelry Designs // Hat / JustFab // Glasses / EyeBuyDirect // Gold necklace / Kyle Chan Design // Ring / Slate from Rocksbox (use code KRISTINBFF320 for your first month free) // Bracelet c/o Efy Tal Jewelry

Shot by Holli Z Photography.

This Day Date Maxi Look post is sponsored by Ellie & Adair and contains affiliate links. Clicking on these links or purchasing items through them may provide me with a small commission.

Latest Stitch Fix Review & Giveaway!

June 16, 2017

Hello, loves!
This month’s Stitch Fix review is extra special because I’ve partnered with them for a giveaway! More to come after all of the details of my most recent fix, and spoiler alert, it was a GOOD one 😀

Top & Jeans (and necklace from a previous fix) / Stitch Fix // Bracelet / Kyle Chan Design // Mules / Abound at Nordstrom Rack // Jacket / Gap // Sunnies / Amazon // Crossbody bag / Forever 21
My stylist thought I would love this pair of colored denim.. And she was right! They fit well and actually pair really nicely with solids and print tops. I didn’t notice they are “cropped” which for this pair means just a touch above my ankle. I’ve had this issue before with cropped pairs, that it doesn’t look intentional, so I cuffed these up a bit.
The top is definitely up my alley as well, combining some of my favorite things… Floral print, polka dots and lace! It was tiny bit snug around my hips, but nothing too uncomfortable to stop me from wearing it.
Jeans, $78 and top, $48, kept.

Cardigan & jeans / Stitch Fix // Wedges / JustFab (similar) // Blouse / Daniel Rainn at Nordstrom Rack
See, these jeans pair well with so many things! I was super excited to pull out this embroidered, dolman-sleeve cardigan, right up until I noticed the long sleeves, eek! It’s 96 degrees outside right now, so I will have to reserve this piece for cooler nights or bring it back out around fall. Still a keeper though, because it’s just so cute!
Cardigan, $58, kept.

Kimono / Stitch Fix // T-shirt / Aerie // Jeans & bag / Old Navy // Wedges / JustFab // Necklace / Sweet Lola // Sunnies / YHF Los Angeles from the Box of Style
A $28 light layering piece in a cute print, come on! This kimono I knew I was definitely going to keep. I could wear it over a black tank dress, with a black tee and jeans, or even over my swimsuit. Such an easy “third-piece” item.
Kimono, $28, kept.

Top / Stitch Fix // Jeans / Old Navy // Necklace / eBay // Flats / Sole Society (similar)
Last but not least, this elevated basic grey top. It does look kind of plain from the front, so I added a lovely (and sparkly!) statement necklace to jazz it up a bit. I love the knotted detail on the back and can see myself pairing it with a little lacy bralette peeking out as summer progresses, or when fall comes around again, a vivid print scarf.
Top, $38, kept.

All in all, I kept… Everything!
I was super happy with this fix.. From the fit of the items, to how well they suit my clothing personality, and the price points were very reasonable for me.

CONTEST ENDED!! Now on to the fun stuff! I’ve partnered with Stitch Fix to offer one lucky winner a $50 gift card towards a fix! Keep it for yourself or give it to someone as a gift, although you know what I would say! To enter, you just need to fill out a Style Profile and then come back here to comment “done!” That’s it! The best part is, all existing Stitch Fix members will be automatically entered to win, as long as they comment “done” below! We will be checking to make sure that a profile has been filled out, so if you did it a while ago, make sure to edit to fit your current preferences. This contest will run until 6/25/17 at 5PM PST and the winner will be chosen at random and announced via email shortly after. Good luck, ladies!

This post was sponsored by Stitch Fix and contains affiliate links. Clicking on these links or purchasing items through them may provide me with a small commission. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

All pictures by Holli Z Photography.