THE DRESSING â—½ TIPS
Transition Time
by Marcy Lytle
Square toe patterned – I LOVE this pattern and the heel, and the toe! I can’t wait to pair this with jeans and a tee, with a jacket, for date night. I’m so serious. The square toe is the way to go…
Striped dress – Stripes are in, and this dress can be worn everywhere – to lunch, to church, out to dinner – styled SO MANY ways. With a belt, with heels, with sneakers. I can’t wait to try it out with all sorts of accessories, and maybe a tee over top!
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Loose and comfy – This dress came a bit big, but I didn’t return it because of the comfort. Belted with a brown belt…well I love that. Loose and free, well I love that too. And the material is cool and soft.
Spring arrives this month, and often it’s still super cool outside. But…it’s fun to start shopping and gathering, donating and deciding, and all the things for our spring wardrobe. I personally found some cute dresses and shoes for the new season! I’ve never ordered shoes from Shein before, but I found three pair that fit perfectly and are oh so comfy and three dresses! So here are some finds you might want to consider as the season starts to change…
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Square toe/Velcro – These are just elegant and oh, so pretty. They Velcro shut! I haven’t worn them all day yet to see if they stay or not. But just to a wedding or somewhere to get dressed up, or even with jeans, these will elevate the most casual outfit!
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Slingbacks – These fasten very uniquely on the side, and I love the gold buckles. Paired with a neutral bag for spring, these go with just about anything! (Like my rhyme?) Supposedly, slingbacks are a thing, so see if you like a pair you see out there!
Sneakers – Just happened upon these at Walmart; then tried them on, and they were in my cart! They’re super cute with skirts or t-shirt dresses, which is my fave for spring. And one can never go wrong with black and white!
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Navy t-shirt dress – Who doesn’t need one of these for spring/summer? The pockets too! I love this dress and always like to purchase a new t-shirt look each spring season. This dress is great for trips, for the beach, for a car or plane ride, shopping, all the things. Add a big tote and sneakers, and you’re off!
Navy t-shirt dress – Who doesn’t need one of these for spring/summer? The pockets too! I love this dress and always like to purchase a new t-shirt look each spring season. This dress is great for trips, for the beach, for a car or plane ride, shopping, all the things. Add a big tote and sneakers, and you’re off!
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*Tips for shopping at Shein:
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It takes a WHILE to browse, so enjoy the hunt. There are SO MANY pieces to look at.
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Blouses or loose-fitting options are best for online shopping.
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I usually size up, but look at the size guide before ordering.
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The shoes fit true-to-size.
No, they’re not HIGH quality, but they’re just as good as Target or local shopping, I’ve found. No issues with washing them either…but I’m careful what I buy.
A new bag - I saw this at Target on clearance - it's a puffer bag - in mint green. I'm sure it was a winter option, but the mint will allow me to carry it on into spring, with other mint accessories. It's soooo soft. So, don't forget to clearance shop!
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Spring is that time of year where we are itching to put away all the winter heaviness in favor of the light colors and fabrics. It's fun to add a few new pieces, pieces you find on sale, or at super prices from wherever you like to shop!
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Have so much fun making your closet transition into spring!
Pink on Pink - Pink is a great spring hue, and I found this button sweater on sale at Target, and the striped button shirt was at Old Navy. I added a printed scarf - and done! There will be lots of cool mornings when a sweater will be just the thing!