HOW TO STYLE A PLAIN JANE LOOK
It has been a gorgeous day today and even though I sat inside at work it was still pretty great. I did get a lot of work accomplished and for the first time in a while, I think I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. My stack of work on my desk is slowly dwindling and I hope to actually be able to see the wood of the desk before long. Lol! Since I was feeling so good about all the work I had gotten done I decided to reward myself.
I snuck off early! I went to the house and yanked off all of my jewelry, that is always the first thing I do when I walk in the door. Then I threw on some shorts and a tee shirt and headed out to sit by the pool. The pump on our pool quit working Sunday night but Joe, who is incredibly mechanically minded, ordered a part and had it fixed by the time I got home. I thought about jumping in and going for a swim but the lounge chair called my name instead. I laid my head back and before I even knew it I was sound asleep. Lol! There is no telling how long I would have slept if the train hadn’t decided to go by. I never even hear the train when I am in the house but if you are outside it can be deafening. Emersyn covers her ears when she comes over because it is just too loud.
I told you that I have been in a “Plain Jane” mood lately. What is more “Plain Jane” than two solid items worn together? The answer would be ONE solid item worn all by itself! Lol! Even though this maxi dress is solid in color it makes up for it is the neckline detail. I bought this in Alaska at the nail salon Ashleigh and I went to. I had never heard of the brand, MTS, but it seems really nice. I have not washed the dress yet so I don’t know how it will stand up to that. The real selling point was the unique detail on the neck. That is so cute!!!
I have had several of you ask about casual events and outdoor summer weddings. I thought I would show you how easily you could take this dress and add a scarf and make it appropriate for any of those events. Adding the scarf hides your arms if you are not happy about the sleeveless option and it also adds a little warmth especially if you are outdoors after the sun goes down.
You can tie the scarf in front so that you don’t have to keep grabbing it every time you move your arms. This makes is easy to eat and drink without having to juggle.
Wearing the scarf in this way hides the neckline detail but it adds some drama all on it own. Because you can’t see the neckline you can wear this dress and people might not even recognize that you wore it before.
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Absolutely perfect! I love this dress and the way you added different ideas with the scarf. I think I need those earrings!
I discovered you on Pinterest a few months ago, and have received your daily email for about 6 weeks. I work in a call center for a large group ins company, and have allowed myself to get into a very deep fashion rut. Jeans, jeans, jeans. Your posts have made me want out of this rut! I’m Mother of the Bride in late October and am looking for fun things to wear for my daughter’s week of celebrating. Your posts are having a great impact and I see long dresses and color in my future. Thank you for encouraging this just past 60 lady to spread her butterfly wings again!
Congratulations on the upcoming wedding!!! I am so happy to help you spread your wings. ?
Very cute. Love it with the scarf!
Another winner!!
I always think accessories make all the difference with “plain” clothes. In fact we just styled some posts where I showed the outfits with and without accessories side by side. Comparing them like that really makes you realize how some extras can make a difference for very little effort!!
That color looks fabulous, Tania!!
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Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
You look amazing.
Love your blog and all the cute outfits you put together. You have a beautiful smile!
In LOVE with this dress!! And it has a pocket! Looks amazing on you.
Love reading everyday!!