Summer Goodies

So I've been shopping. A lot. I mean, what else are you supposed to do on vacation? Specifically, I've been on the hunt for great summer dresses, especially maxi dresses, which I plan to live in all summer long. As a result, you may be subject to multiple posts of the same dresses with various permutations of accessories...

Here's a sneak peek at a few of the items that are on their way to me:

1. Splatter print maxi tube dress - Lane Bryant
2. Fiesta Dress - Lane Bryant Outlet
3. Rumba Tank Dress - Lane Bryant Outlet
4. Women's Tie-Waist Tube Maxi Dress - Old Navy
5. Aztec knot maxi dress - Dorothy Perkins
6. Lunch at My Place Top - Modcloth
7. Women's Sailboat-Print 3/4-Sleeve Top - Old Navy
8. Women's Smocked Charmeuse Top - Old Navy

1. Always Hopeful Earrings In Teal - Ruche
2. Mod Square Ring - Ruche
3. Oleander Birch Pendant Necklace - Ruche
4. China Glaze "Peechy Keen" - via Ulta (image via alllacqueredup.com)
5. Cheerful Eloise iPhone Case by Flapper Doodle - via Society6
6. China Glaze "High Hopes" - via Ulta (image via alllacqueredup.com)

And I'm sorry I've gotten behind on posting this week. I don't really have any excuse except that words have just not been abundant. I can barely even get a sentence down before I start to cringe at the typeface. I seem to be collecting outfit pictures, however, so I best get to work! Maybe I'll start by changing the typeface...

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Not Without a Deal

Remember that thing I said about being a shopoholic? Yeah....

1. LOFT 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan with Bow - I picked up this cardi to wear with #2, but I also found that it goes beautifully with the LB skirt (#4).  Plus the bow detail is just terribly cute.

2. LOFT Leopard Spots Bubble Hem Shell - I'd been eyeing this in the store and online, but needed something to layer over it, especially considering the cooler months ahead! After scourging the store, I found the bow cardigan above (#1) which I thought might be a good pairing.  It's in a similar color family as the shell, but offering a different texture and shade.  I think both pieces would go well with denim for a more casual feel, but also easily paired with a pencil skirt, such as #3.
3. New York & Company Suiting Pencil Skirt, Hummus - I love a pencil skirt, and given the fact that these are at a GREAT price point, I picked up a few in other colors they were offering. (And because I've gone up a size and don't fit into the pencil skirts I currently have.) The pairing options in my closet will be endless!
4. Lane Bryant Ponte knit pencil skirt - Bombshell Beauty's recent acquisition of this skirt flagged it in the back of my mind.  Well, it happened to be in my size at my Lane Bryant, so I gave it a whirl.  I love it! It hits me perfectly at my knees and, again at BB's suggestion, I can't wait to try it with graphic tees and a jacket for an edgy look.  As I said above, too, it will pair beautifully with the Bow Cardigan (#1) and a nice white camisole for a more feminine look.
5. LOFT Striped Sweater with Corsage - I tried this on a few weeks ago, but I didn't want to take the plunge because I didn't know how often I would wear it. When I decided I wanted to try the Audrey Hepburn look, this sweater immediately popped in my mind.  I actually wore my skinny jeans and flats to the store so I could see the whole outfit on me right away. Well, I think it's going to work! It also helped that LOFT was offering a Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Sweater deal...  I think I'd also wear this with a nice pair of jeans or with a light pair of pants. I know these are not terribly interesting combinations, but at least it gives me 3 outfit options!  We'll see if I actually wear the outfit that inspired this purchase, though. If not, it's going back!
6. LOFT Grosgrain Trim Cardigan - I purchased this mainly to layer with yet another shell - #7...
7. LOFT Spotted Multi Tier Shell - I love the pattern on this shell almost as much as the leopard spots bubble shell (#2). When I decided to try it with the Grosgrain trim cardi (#6), I thought I hit gold. Even the sales associated commented enthusiastically on the pairing! The rose, ivory and charcoal pair so nicely together, especially with the fall in mind. I needed a belt with it to help define my waist, so I purchased #8!  This combination can easily be worn with any number of bottoms, like #9, skinny jeans and boots, or a pair of wide-leg pants. I plan to try them all!
8. LOFT Double Wrap Suede Skinny Belt
9. New York & Company Suiting Pencil Skirt, Mountain Brown

Whew! I did some damage. (Hope the BF doesn't read this post!)  Thanks to LB's Real Women $$s, ATL's MULTIPLE discount offers going on over the past couple weeks (40% off full-priced items, Savings Cards, and Buy 1 Get 1 Sweaters), and NY&C coupons, I got some GREAT deals, though!