Outfit Post: How To Winterize A Maxi Dress

L.Mae Boutique Splatter Print Maxi Dress (c/o)

BB Dakota Top (old - very similar here)

Jessica Simpson Platform Booties (super old - great look-a-like option here)

Phillip Lim for Target Mini Handbag (splurge option here)

Cat Banjo Three Drops Necklace || J. Crew Classic Pave Link Bracelet || Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in "Wild Orchid"

When I got this dress in the mail last week from L.Mae Boutique, I was really excited and couldn't wait to wear it. Until I realized it was like a max of 32 degrees outside and a breezy, colorful maxi was out of the question. Or was it....? I put my thinking cap on and tried to figure out how the heck I could wear this slinky ball of brightness in the middle of December...

A long sleeve top and black platform booties were exactly what this maxi dress needed during a visit from Jack Frost. I think adding a fur vest would have been another great option for making it totally winter appropriate. I'm a firm believer in wearing neons and brights at all times, but I really can't wait to pair it with a nice tan and some chunky wedges once spring arrives! 

I would have counted this as a holiday party outfit, but I ended up wearing it to Bill's birthday dinner last weekend. Have you ever tried a new restaurant because there was a of hype surrounding it only to have it be a somewhat mediocre experience? That happened to us and I was bummed it was on his b-day. I can't believe there's only 5 days until Christmas!! I've got SO much shopping to do and I'm so behind on so many different things that instead of relaxing this week I'll be a busy bee!

Speaking of L.Mae Boutique... today is the last day to enter this amazing giveaway where we're giveaway 2 giftcards worth $250 each!!! Good luck!! xo

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Outfit Post: Welcoming Fall {With A GiGi New York Promo Code}

 

C. Luce Suede Colorblock Maxi Dress - borrowed & now available at Apricot Lane North Hills

GiGi New York Saddle Uber Clutch in Pebble c/o {15% off when you use promo code BAD}

Julie Vos Grande Soho Gold Necklace c/o LuckyFABB || H&M Leopard Belt (old - similar at Target) || Sole Society Platform Sandal (old) || J. Crew Classic Pave Link Bracelet (budget factory version here) || Caravelle by Bulova Rose Gold Watch || Revlon "Fire & Ice" Red Lipstick

 

Yesterday marked the first day of Autumn and I could not be more excited!!! (I mean let's get real.. I've only been talking about this day since July!) Since we've finally hit that time of year, I thought what better way to ring in the season of changing leaves than with this suede maxi dress & a promo code to GiGi New York?!

 

First can we discuss the dress? It's the perfect maxi for Fall! The colors, the material, the fit. I love it all. It practically looks like a changing leaf itself. Call or head over to Apricot Lane in North Hills to nab it. I added tons of gold accessories and decided to change out the belt for this leopard one - giving it a little bit of BAD flair. I feel like Red Lipstick was made for fall, wouldn't you agree? To me, this whole outfit just screams "Autumn is Here!"

 

I told you a few weeks ago that you'd be seeing a lot of this bag. And I have to make do on my promise. {Though I admit, it's not that difficult} Every time I take this guy somewhere - someone is always asking me about it. I think it's because it has such a unique texture for a handbag that's not over sized. I love that it holds just about everything that a large leather bag would, but I can wear it with my fancier outfits since it is a clutch. And right now, the lovely GiGi folks are offering BAD readers a special coupon code of 15% off whenever you use the code.. well.. BAD. P.S. here's the smaller version of this clutch

 

So what are you most excited about wearing for fall? Happy Monday! (p.s. have you entered this giveaway?)

 

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