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Basic Stripes

I find myself frustrated more often than not that I don’t have pieces that I can “just throw on and go” and still manage to feel like I put in effort. Truth of the matter is, when I am shopping…it’s really hard for me to buy basics, or things that don’t have that wow factor. I always save them for my “next” shopping trip…which never ends up actually happening! When I saw this dress with vertical stripes (as opposed to my go-to horizontal stripes) on Romwe.com, I really felt like it was in the middle of being a basic, but also a dress that people say “wow that’s so cute where is it from?!”

I love the higher neck in the front, and the normal-low rise in the back. It’s also extremely light and airy! In the sun, I would say you should probably be prepared to wear a slip (or tie a chambray around your waist like I did in this post). At night time, you can get away with no slip because the dress is black! I paired it with my new favorite wedges to make it feel a little more summery…but I have also worn it at night with a black leather jacket and some heels to make it feel a little more dressed up! So far, it’s been proving to be a good piece to have in my closet…at just a whopping $11 😉 Yes please, & thank you!

(Wearing a size Small – I am 5’4″ 1/2, so this length was perfect for me. It has adjustable straps as well so you can customize the fit!)
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Romwe Dress | Sheinside Chambray | Rayban Aviators | TAudrey Roman Numeral Cuff | Chicwish Purse | Jessica Simpson Wedges 

Photography by: Jacob Watts {LA Area Photographer}

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9 thoughts on “Basic Stripes

  1. That dress is soooo cute! I love the vertical stripes, a fun spin on a classic.

    I am totally with you on the whole I always save the basics for the next trip thing! Like I don’t want to spend money on the “boring” things, I want a piece that when I see it in my closet I will be excited to wear it. But then sometimes I just need the basics. For me, the best way to win here is to buy the basic shapes in a fun color. That way I can still get a little excited about a basic sweater! 😉

    xo Mary-Katherine
    http://www.goldhattedlover.com

  2. I LOVE this dress! I’ve been having the same dilemma and am on a mission to streamline my closet. I don’t want to have to put too much thought into days I need to be out the door in five minutes. This is totally one of those dresses you could throw on and go! So cute.

    http://www.kristajacobs.blogspot.com

    1. Ugh, it’s the worst! I guess it’s a good “problem” to have though 😉 We will learn one day!

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