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May 23 2013

Maxin’ Out (Part II)

Maxi dresses are my absolute favorite! I live in them in the spring and summer and just can’t get enough. They are so wonderful because they are easy and always look chic. Easy and comfortable clothes are crucial to surviving the horribly humid DC summers. On the days when I just can’t decide what to wear, because it is too hot for words I throw on a maxi and instantly feel ready to beat the heat and confront the day in style.

I am in love with one shoulders, which are more unusual in maxis making this dress extra fab.

Photo courtesy of Harpers Bazaar

Slits for days! This allows for the drama of a maxi yet coolness of a short dress.

Photo courtesy of Daily Mail

Love this color and statement necklace.

Photo courtesy of Never Fully Dressed

Festival ready and so fabulous! I need this dress for Hawaii!

Photo courtesy of Harpers Bazaar

Feminine and flirty in this white eyelet maxi

Photo courtesy of Style tracker

Dressed up or down? This dress is a success!

Photo courtesy of Atlantic Pacific

Tagged festival style, high slits, leather, maxi dress, prints, spring trends, summer trends

May 21 2013

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Maxin’ Out

Maxi dresses are my absolute favorite for spring/summer, well really life. Maxis have made a big resurgence in the past couple of years and I am so grateful! They are the perfect seasonal transition piece and are flattering on everyone! I have found that a surprising amount people are intimidated by maxis and question whether they will ever wear them and where they will wear a maxi to. In reality once you discover the amazingness of a maxi you will find that it is all you want to wear. Maxis are uber comfortable and beyond chic, perfect for casual and formal occasions! They are the definition of a closet staple and elegance.

Dress: the Loft (similar here), Shoes: Nine West (old, similar here), Sunglasses: Marc Jacobs (found here)

One of my fav things about maxi dresses is that they add about 10 inches of height.

Rings: Margaret Elizabeth (found here) & She’s Unique (found here), Watch: Michael Kors (similar here), Bracelets: DIY & Roberto Coin (found here)

Another amazing thing about maxis is that they can be worn with flats or heels.

The final reason I love maxis is that I can sit like this on top of a couch in a dress and not worry about having a Britney moment.

Very special thank you to my amazing photographer, Maggie!

Tagged maxi, maxi dress, nautical, spring trends, stripes, summer trends

Oct 31 2012

Maxing out

The star of street style this fall is the maxi! Everywhere I turn I see the maxi flawlessly paired with leather coats, utility jackets, and oversized cozy sweaters. The way to successfully pull off the fall maxi is to respect proportions and make sure the maxi is the centerpiece of the look.