In the Carlsbad Forum, White House Black Market is close to Anthropologie — do you think there’s any way that I could avoid temptation?
I confess the answer is that most of the time I cannot. (Hee hee)
This time I was tempted by an enchanting dress sprinkled with meadow flowers.
White House Black Market’s vintage-inspired line of summer dresses has been so popular that some designs have sold out.
The shape is a figure flattering updated and slimmed down version of a “fit and flare” silhouette, reminiscent of the 1940s and 1950s.
Sweet AND sexy is what I call this romantic little sundress in cotton sateen with a sweetheart neckline, hourglass waist, and hidden pockets! Originally priced $160.00, I was lucky to find it on sale at $79.99. The shrug was about $60.00.
I fell in love with the flowers.
I love the idea of a completer piece and paired it with a silky chiffon shrug.
The right accessories bring out the lilac…
1. Bracelet of violet flowers with seed pearls we discovered in a little antique shop in Bristol, Rhode Island. We had ridden bikes from Providence to Bristol on a fun vacation a couple years ago.
2. Amethyst ring
3. Amethyst and pearl earrings
4. Amethyst Alex and Ani bracelet from DIL for my birthday. One of my favorite stones and the brand is oh so chic and trendy!
And to top it all off, a hat is simply perfection, don’t you agree?
This was a simple straw hat I embellished with fabric flowers and faux pearls.
This was a simple straw hat I embellished with fabric flowers and faux pearls.
One more dress hangs in the closet — unworn, tags still attached…
Now all I need is my tugboat man and a destination!
It’s perfect for a summer evening stroll in Laguna Beach or Dana Point,
or maybe just here at home on the deck with a fruity cocktail.
It’s perfect for a summer evening stroll in Laguna Beach or Dana Point,
or maybe just here at home on the deck with a fruity cocktail.
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Totally cute outfit!! And yes, new shoes. There’s always a reason for new shoes.
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You got it, I’m on my way to DSW today in La Jolla. (Designer Shoe Warehouse) I’ve been everywhere else, you name it — can’t find what I’m looking for. If I have to drive to SCP in OC, I will….but it’s an hour away.
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 8:47 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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The perfect pair of shoes is worth the drive!
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I just got back with NOTHING! Well, a little something I’ll post about but not the ones I was looking for. I guess that means I’ve got to drive up to OC…
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 9:48 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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That is a cute outfit!
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Thank you! I am really impressed by the sewing. It’s finished like a haute couture design, that helped the sale!
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 9:56 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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That is great because there our so many out there with shoddy workmanship. I really do like it although don’t wear dresses much anymore!
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you are so right!
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 11:48 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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I’d wear any of that and make it look good!
Except for the having to shave my legs part.
nevermind…
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Uh, I’m speechless–I’m picturing you in the pink shoes and the hat, with hairy legs LOL
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 10:11 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Looks good, don’t it? 😉
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I can’t unsee what’s in my head. I. CAN’T. But you do have nice legs, I’ll give ya that….:)
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 1:10 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Oh snap – LOVE this look!
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Snap right back! I do need new shoes, heading up to South Coast Plaza later this week.
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 11:52 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Adorable! I can’t wait until I am able to wear cute sundresses again.
And I love the hat. I am all about cool hats in the summer sun 🙂
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Need the hat, right? If only we still wore gloves, I’d be all over that…Who says you can’t rock a sundress?
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 1:44 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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There is much better shopping where you live. I am so jealous. That is the cutest outfit. Love it!
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Glad you like it, I LOVE to shop. I’d prob do a lot more sewing if I lived where there weren’t lots of stores. LOL
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 6:16 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Fabulous look!
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Thank you so much! I can’t wait to wear it!
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Love the dress & think I would wear the pinky/mauvey shoes with it to compliment the jewelery.
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I think you have an advanced color palette and you are very sophisticated! However, I think the best solution is a new pair of shoes. Don’t you?
On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 9:38 AM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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Oh I love that dress and it’s line. And what wonderful accessories you have to go with it.
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Thank you so much! Now I just need to get that hub of mine back so I can wear it!
On Fri, Jun 28, 2013 at 7:56 PM, Enchanted Seashells…Confessions of a Tugbo
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