Sequins and Sea Breezes: Summer Stripes

Summer Stripes

7/06/2016


Happy Humpday lovelies! I'm not hating this whole 4 day work week thing. It's definitely making the week go by faster for me despite not being as busy at work. I could definitely get used to this, that's for sure! Although this Florida heat has me desperately wanting to either stay inside or stay in water somewhere. It has been HOT here. I'm talking heat of 1,000 suns hot. Just yesterday it felt like 96 at 9:30 am. So basically I've been living in all things flowy, lightweight and comfortable. 
I wore this dress out for my birthday last week and it was perfect considering we spent some time on patios, rooftops and even in open air bars. It was actually so cool and comfy that I ditched my pre-planned 4th of July outfit and wore this dress again instead. The blue and white stripes made it perfect for both the holiday and my birthday since my favorite color is blue! I was worried that this dress was going to be heavier than it actually is since it looks chambray but it's actually a woven cotton that feels more like a lighter linen than anything which is perfect for heat indexes of over 100 degrees by mid afternoon. I love that even though this dress is more on the casual side it's easily dressed up a bit with some accessories and heels but also perfect with just sandals. How are you beating the heat this summer?


dress / wedges / bag / sunglasses / watch / bracelets here and here / lips in park ave princess /

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  1. Veronica-VeroSays!July 6, 2016 at 6:02 AM

    You are so fab! Seriously love this dress! I was just thinking over the weekend how hot I was and how miserable I thought I would be 8 months pregnant in Florida! Oh my! Hope some cooler temps come soon, or you get more chances to be in the water 👌🏼

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  2. Alexis @ Chemistry CachetJuly 6, 2016 at 6:03 AM

    I love the combo of vertical and horizontal stripes! So cute and summery!

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  3. BLovedBostonJuly 6, 2016 at 6:22 AM

    That dress was made for you girl!! I love it paired with those wedges! Seriously love that dress! It's going to be so hot here today - in the 90s...and I'm not looking forward to it lol! xo, Biana - BlovedBoston

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  4. Girl Meets BowJuly 6, 2016 at 6:35 AM

    You look adorable- that dress is perfect for beating the heat! And yay - I'm so glad you got the wedges!! The look great!!

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  5. Lily (Beauty With Lily)July 6, 2016 at 6:55 AM

    Yes girl...the heat is insane this summer! We've had temps over 105, it makes being outside miserable!
    This dress looks amazing on you, and I love that the stripes go in two different directions. I see you got those pretty shoes for your birthday...yay!
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily

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  6. JennJuly 6, 2016 at 7:52 AM

    Love this look! Looks put together but so comfy too!

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  7. kerri @ cheshire katJuly 6, 2016 at 8:13 AM

    yes! i love this dress and it's even cuter in person. it's summer in a dress. plus i'm loving it with your new wedges! cutie cute! now off to find more a/c haha

    xoxo cheshire kat

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  8. AnonymousJuly 6, 2016 at 8:15 AM

    What a perfect summer dress! LOVE! I am always on the hunt for easy dresses that you can just throw on. Great post!
    xo Nan // Simply Elegant Blog

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  9. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly RoseJuly 6, 2016 at 8:38 AM

    LOVE that gorgeous dress--it's perfection paired with those shoes! Such an effortless summer look!

    www.rosyoutlookblog.com

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  10. Tara | The MixJuly 6, 2016 at 8:42 AM

    I love the combination of vertical and horizontal stripes, such a fun piece!

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  11. Rachel McCarthyJuly 6, 2016 at 9:12 AM

    This dress is so cute! It is getting really hot here this week too, and I've been searching for cool dresses. It's the best way to beat this July heat!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

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  12. DarcyJuly 6, 2016 at 9:34 AM

    Absolutely love this dress! Hope you had a wonderful birthday!!
    www.amemoryofus.com

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  13. Kaitlin July 6, 2016 at 9:43 AM

    I would be so sweaty and gross looking in that heat but you look amazing!!! You'd never know it was so hot!! ;) Love this dress on you, adorable as always!

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  14. Zelle B.July 6, 2016 at 9:47 AM

    These photos are just gorgeous! I need that dress.

    Zelle
    Southern Style

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  15. Emelia at Dream Big & Buy the ShoesJuly 6, 2016 at 10:16 AM

    Love this dress so much...on you, it's so gorgeous! And those wedges...STOPPPP..amazing!

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  16. AnonymousJuly 6, 2016 at 10:37 AM

    Nice styling dress and I love those heels.

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  17. Amanda | Kids and CabernetJuly 6, 2016 at 10:39 AM

    This dress is so perfect on you and I'm OBSESSED with your shoes!!!

    Amanda Kids and Cabernet

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  18. Meghan ConardJuly 6, 2016 at 10:56 AM

    Beautiful! Love this classic dress - so perfect for summer!
    xMC
    http://mc2squared.blogspot.com

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  19. DeborahYanniJuly 6, 2016 at 11:12 AM

    Love this dress. And the location looks beautiful.

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  20. Emily @ Martinis | BikinisJuly 6, 2016 at 12:14 PM

    Cute shoes and I love the neckline of this dress...so pretty and no kidding the heat is almost unbearable here!! I'm melting on my lunch breaks when I leave the office.

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  21. Sierra @ Beautifully CandidJuly 6, 2016 at 12:34 PM

    Love this dress and your shoes! I'm loving the 4 day work week, too. Why can't every week be a 4 day work week?!? Beautifully Candid

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  22. UnknownJuly 6, 2016 at 12:41 PM

    Gorgeous dress! I adore the mismatched stripes!

    XoXo,

    Tamara - LoveofMode.com

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  23. Cara (Kindly Unspoken)July 6, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    Love this dress on you! Such a cute and chic look!

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  24. Owen Davis @ Davis DuoJuly 6, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    The perfect summer outfit... and those shoes are to dieee for! It is so freaking hot and humid in NC I am avoiding pants and staying in dresses at all times!

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  25. Shannon JenkinsJuly 6, 2016 at 1:31 PM

    Why is it so freaking hot?!? This time of the year I wonder why I live in FL haha! Obsessed with this dress! The stripes and the neckline is so cute!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

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  26. Ashley LillisJuly 6, 2016 at 2:48 PM

    The last thing that I want to wear when it's hot outside is something that's super tight. I can't stand it when it's hot and sticky outside! That dress is so cute, and like you said, I think that it's awesome that it can be dressed up and down based on the accessories chosen. I can see why you chose to wear it again for the Fourth!

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  27. The Girl who Loved to WriteJuly 6, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    It looks SO good on you!!

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  28. Chesson | Magnolia+MainJuly 6, 2016 at 3:43 PM

    Amazing dress! It is perfect for the type of weather you've got going on right now. That whole 95 degrees at 9am thing is a pain. I woke up and went outside at 6am on Monday morning... 80 degrees but a heat index of 94. What?! Too hot!

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  29. The Siberian AmericanJuly 6, 2016 at 4:05 PM

    I'm obsessed with stripes and that neckline, so that dress is perfection!

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  30. Christina Lea LovesJuly 6, 2016 at 4:05 PM

    I have no idea how you guys deal with the heat - it's mid to upper 90's here this week and I cannot take it, ha! Love this look - blue stripes are the best!

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  31. AnonymousJuly 6, 2016 at 4:26 PM

    I'm so in love with this whole look on you! That dress sounds perfect for the heat.

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  32. Carolina PingloJuly 6, 2016 at 6:42 PM

    i love your dress! so pretty

    http://www.carolinapinglo.com/

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  33. MissyJuly 6, 2016 at 7:14 PM

    I love that dress! It looks so cool and comfortable! We are having similar weather, it is the worst!

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  34. Erin LFFJuly 6, 2016 at 8:42 PM

    SUCH a cute dress and SUCH a gorgeous gal! Seriously, friend- these pictures belong in a freakin' ad, for real!

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  35. Kristina @ Medicine and ManicuresJuly 6, 2016 at 9:12 PM

    Cute dress (and shoes, of course!). Hope you had a fabulous birthday!

    xo, Kristina
    Medicine & Manicures

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  36. awhiteJuly 7, 2016 at 6:20 AM

    I'm definitely loving the short week, too- a Thursday that only feels like a Wednesday? I'm in. Love the striped dress, babe- and those neutral wedges are awesome!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  37. Ashley GJuly 7, 2016 at 7:42 AM

    This dress is SO cute and I’m loving those heels!

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  38. CubicleCoutureJuly 7, 2016 at 9:06 AM

    Such a cute dress and love love love the wedges!! Sorry that it's so hot! Stay inside and hydrate!! Make today work, Rachel -CubicleCouture

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  39. UnknownJuly 7, 2016 at 9:08 AM

    How cute do you look! I am obsessing over that dress on you! And those wedges are legit so fab!
    xoxo,Victoria
    www.coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com

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  40. A Dash of PrettyJuly 7, 2016 at 11:00 AM

    So cute and you don't even look like you're hot at all! I need all of your tips and tricks for staying cool in this heat, I am so not used to it!

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  41. a little bit of emilyJuly 7, 2016 at 3:45 PM

    Blue and white stripes?! One of my favorite combos! Especially with those wedges.

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  42. Kristen @ See You In A PorridgeJuly 8, 2016 at 11:14 AM

    oh my goodness.. those shoes! so gorgeous. and this dress is just fabulous. that neckline is so flattering!

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  43. Julie @ Just the Joy'sJuly 11, 2016 at 4:00 PM

    I love the dress and the shoes!!! The material looks so nice and light too so that's good that it keeps you cool in that hot FL heat! :)

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  44. Meghan at Champagne & SuburbsJuly 19, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    What a showstopper you are! You look amazing in that dress & you know I have major leg envy! Great outfit! xo, Champagne&Suburbs

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