All Seasons Dress

striped leather sleeve dress, red satchel, cluster pearl necklace, cheetah print pumps, J Crew majesty peacoat

striped leather sleeve dress, red satchel, cluster pearl necklace, cheetah print pumps, J Crew majesty peacoat

striped leather sleeve dress, red satchel, cluster pearl necklace, cheetah print pumps, J Crew majesty peacoat

striped leather sleeve dress, red satchel, cluster pearl necklace, cheetah print pumps, J Crew majesty peacoat

striped leather sleeve dress, red satchel, cluster pearl necklace, cheetah print pumps, J Crew majesty peacoat

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I first spotted this dress when it was much warmer. A nautical striped, loose-fitting dress in a pseudo-chambray fabric? Perfect for late summer, right? I was waiting for it to go on sale, and then I spent my budget on other things, and then I was unemployed for longer than I hoped, and…you know how it goes. So instead I put it on my Christmas wish list! My in-laws wanted to exchange gifts while we were visiting for Thanksgiving, and this was under the tree for me! (Yep, Christmas already happened; didn’t you know? Wake up and smell the poinsettias.)

It might be short sleeved, but I think the leather details and sturdy fabric make it cold-weather appropriate. And obviously I’ll wear it again when it’s warm. This really is a year-round dress. I’m pretty sure I’ve said that before and it was a total lie, but I mean it this time. Somebody do me a favor and set an alert on your calendar. Sometime in May, scold me if I haven’t worn this dress again. How will you know if I’ve worn it again? Because you’ll have read every single post I do over the next 5 months because you’re SUCH a loyal reader and friend.

Dress (on sale) // Shoes (on sale) // similar Necklace (on sale) // Bag (on sale) // similar Bracelet // Coat // similar Scarf // Lips “La Flamboyante”

Family Matters

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I had a fantabulous time this weekend entertaining the lovely people you see above. We watched the Pride parade, perused the Talbott Street art fair, cheered on our WNBA team, walked around the Eiteljorg Museum, paddled down the canal, celebrated my parents’ 35th anniversary, did some shopping, and ate a ton of good food. You can see more photos of the fun on my Instagram feed.

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I decided my sister Kathryn looked cute enough to join in on some outfit photos. Obviously, silliness ensued…

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There was some switching of glasses.

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Look at her gazing lovingly at her older sister. I’m such a good role model. Love ya, sis!

My Dress // Kathryn’s Dress // Sunglasses // Mom’s Shirt