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Friday Frocks: Cadbury Cuties

By Kirsten|April 6th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

While some of you may only look forward to the Easter season for those delicious Cadbury cream eggs and Peeps, others take this day pretty seriously. For instance, my mother. For as long as I had no say in the matter, my mom decked me out from head to toe (literally). She didn’t just stop with a pretty pastel frock for Sunday service. She went as far as sewing fresh flowers into my bonnet and that little handbag I was holding. She was at least kind enough to tuck away some jelly beans in my bag so as to keep me quiet during all those songs at church. Did I mention I’m tone deaf? Anyway, if you’re anything like my mom, you’re probably looking to deck yourself out this Sunday. Lucky for you (and the Easter bunny), everything pastel and floral is right on trend this spring and you should have no trouble at all finding something pretty to wear. And for my non-Easter celebrating friends, Happy Passover. Chag Sameach.

1. Juicy Couture Iris Print Crepe Dress, $280, 2. Diane von Furstenberg Julieta Printed Silk Shirt Dress, $385, 3. ERIN by Erin Fetherston Pleated Flutter Dress, $245, 4. Elizabeth and James Clara Dress, $395, 5. Nasty Gal Caged Tail Dress, $68, 6. Tibi Shift Dress, $375, 7. Paper Crown Bellflower Dress, $335, 8. C.Luce Watercolor Chiffon Dress, $59, 9. See by Chloe Bee Free Printed Dress, $450, 10. Thread Social One Shoulder Silk Organza Dress, $222

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WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Going Green

By Kirsten|March 16th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

I’m not typically someone who gets all decked out in green for St. Patrick’s Day. It seems a bit trite and if you try pinching me because I don’t abide, I may very well punch you. However, green has been having quite a moment. So, perhaps it would be a bit easier to find something attractive, not tacky, to sport during the beer fueled festivities. In order to still look like a lady rather than leprechaun, try these frocks that’ll have you going green whether it be mossy, minty, or military.

1. Old Navy Belted Pocket Jersey Dress, $29.94, 2. ABS Allen Schwartz Kate Wrap Dress, $118, 3. T-Bags Green Jersey Ruffle Front Dress, $89.99, 4. BCBGMAXAZRIA Angelika Drape Dress, $178, 5. Four Square Dress, $44.99, 6. under.ligne Mesh Strap Drape Dress, $495, 7. Merona Ponte Ruffle Sheath Dress, $20.98, 8. Tibi Draped Shift Dress, $450, 9. byCORPUS Knit Hi Low Open Back Dress, $19.99, 10. ASOS Dress with Peplum, $39.39

Never iron a four-leaf clover, because you don’t want to press your luck. -Author Unknown

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WhyDid

Friday Frocks: Garden Party

By Kirsten|March 9th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

I don’t care what that little groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, said. It feels like spring outside and I’m ready to throw one heck of a garden party. Should your teacup be full of tea or champagne… it doesn’t really matter. Find your most floral frock and accessorize with the most gigantic hat your pretty little head can hold up and a pair of chunky heels (so as to avoid sinking into the sod). Grab your girlfriends for a day of gabbing and grubbing… just don’t fall down the rabbit hole.

1. Nasty Gal Simone Floral Dress, $58 , 2. Elizabeth and James Kingston Dress, $395, 3. Juicy Couture Printed Silk Crepe Dress, $300, 4. Zimmerman Floral Print Cotton Wrap Dress, $300, 5. Joseph Blush Hand Painted Floral Dress, $665, 6. girl. by Band of Outsiders Printed Silk Dress, $440, 7. BCBGeneration Floral Ruffle Sleeve Dress, $88, 8. Milly Floral Print Silk Dress, $385, 9. Billabong Love Bucket Floral Dress, $54.50, 10. Aqua Wild Flower Dress, $108

I’m late for a very important date.

xx,

WhyDid

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Friday Frocks: Lots o’ Dots

By Kirsten|March 2nd, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

Polka dots may automatically elicit thoughts of sweet baby dalmatians and Minnie Mouse, but this prissy pattern can be much more sophisticated when paired with modern accessories or worn in an unexpected shape. Dots don’t have to be in the typical black and white variation, but if you do choose to go the traditional route, now is the perfect opportunity to incorporate a punch of neon with your accessories. Though dots do seem straightforward, look for them in different colors, fabrics, and dimensions to make them all your own.

1. Ali Ro Polka Dot Dress, $298 , 2. Alberta Ferretti Polka Dot Silk Chiffon Dress, $1,595, 3. KNT by Kova & T Monroe Dress, $129, 4. Bar III Sleeveless Dot Printed Dress, $69, 5. Kay Unger Polka Dot Dress, $370, 6. Marc by Marc Jacobs Hot Dot Ruffled Dress, $330, 7. Halston Heritage Metallic Peasant Dress, $425, 8. Tinley Road Polka Dot Mini Dress, $59, 9. Something Else by Natalie Wood Dotty Bodice Dress, $152, 10. Joie Balinda Dress, $298

Now… connect the dots.

xx,

WhyDid

Friday Frocks: The Highs and Lows

By Kirsten|February 17th, 2012|Friday Frocks, Why Did You Wear That?|

Should you wear a long dress? Or something short and sassy? Can’t make up your mind? You don’t have to! Recently I’ve seen an influx of frocks that allow you to wear both. Short in the front and long in the back. Is this the mullet of dresses? Maybe. Hm… the mullet suddenly makes so much more sense to me now. Weird. These schizophrenic hemmed frocks appear to be the perfect answer for an outdoor or afternoon wedding or a semi-formal party. When you’re wearing both how can you really go wrong?

1. Heather Hi Lo ZIp Dress, $164, 2. Aidan Mattox Printed Hi-Lo Chiffon Gown, $295, 3. Keepsake Moonlight Dancer Dress, $168, 4. Free People Hi Low Color Block Dress, $148, 5. sass & bide Secret Place Sunburst Print Dress, $485, 6. MAXAZRIA Hi Low Drape Front Dress, $448, 7. Keepsake Make You Mine Dress, $185, 8. Gryphon Francesca Dress, $495, 9. Hard Tail Sleeveless Hi Low Dress, $68, 10. Elizabeth and James Claudia Cuff Dress, $495