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Gingham Dress

Spring Outfit | Gingham Dress | Turquoise Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Easter Outfit | Gingham Halter Dress | Teal Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Date Night Outfit | Gingham Dress | Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Gingham Midi Dress | Black Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Brunch Outfit | Gingham Halter Dress | Turquoise Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Bridal Shower Outfit | Gingham Ruffle Dress | Statement Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Ya’ll, we have had the prettiest first week of Spring!  I know so many are dealing with snow, but our weather has been picture perfect. So I think you should all escape to Texas and join our Spring weather party!! 🙂  I have a feeling everyone will be outdoors all weekend long, and the rosé will be flowing!

I love pulling out the black and white gingham print for Spring.  This print seems right up there with florals in popularity.  I found this gingham dress about a week before I bought it.  I could not get it out of my head.  I loved the gingham, but I also LOVED the ruffle midi bottom and halter neckline.  I think two really work well with my petite frame.  The full skirt is balanced out by the tighter fitting and shoulder baring top.  Also, this dress is perfect for twirling.  I felt a little like my BFF’s 3-year old when she puts on her princess dresses.  I just had to twirl a bit.

Originally, I pictured pairing this with fun red statement jewelry for a party or happy hour look.  Once I tried it on, I decided to play with a softer color and pair it with this light turquoise statement necklace and simple gold stud earrings.  I like how the softer color plays up the feminine details on the dress.  I think this softer styling would be perfect for a baby/bridal shower, date night, or a fancy lunch.

Sizing Note: Most brands at Asos are European sizing, so you will need to size up.  I am wearing a US6 in this dress, and I normally wear a 4 in dresses.  If you have never shopped Asos before, I love them!  They were one of the first places I shopped at online.  They have really quick shipping.  I usually get my packages in 2-7 days, and the return process is really easy too.  With the sizing difference, I have had some big misses which made me appreciate their easy return process.

If you want more pretty dress ideas, check out my last post with my top 20 dresses for Spring all under $100!  I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!

Spring Fashion | Gingham Dress | Black Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Summer Outfit | Gingham Halter Dress | Teal Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Easter Outfit | Gingham Midi Dress | Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Date Night Outfit | Gingham Dress | Turquoise Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Gingham Print Dress | Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

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Spring Dresses under $100

Spring Outfit | Light Blue Mini dress | Straw Clutch | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Dresses under $100 | Date Night Outfit | Statement Earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Taupe Block Heel Sandals | Straw Clutch | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Easter Dress | Mint Earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Dresses under $100 | Light Blue Dress | Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Happy First Day of Spring!  I cannot think of a more perfect way to celebrate than with this gorgeous light blue dress AND  a round up of my favorite 2o Spring dresses under $100!  I am a huge fan of Spring for many reasons. The big non-fashion ones – 1) all the flowers are blooming and 2) the feeling of fresh starts and new beginnings.  I feel like everything from plants, people, and social calendars are all start coming back to life with the start of Spring.

The Spring season has me on the biggest dress kick right now.  I’m warning you, the rest of March and most of April is going to be real dress heavy, but they will all be really pretty. 🙂  I love this little light blue number for Easter, date night, a baby/bridal shower, or a fancy Sunday Brunch.  It’s Topshop which is European fit and sizing, so you definitely want to size up.  I’m wearing a US6, and I normally wear a 4 in dresses.

Ya’ll these sandals that I love finally came back in stock in my size in the taupe color.  I have never added to cart so fast!!  I predict to wear these and my black pair on major repeat all spring and summer.  I mean they are the most comfortable heels I own after all.

I also rounded up 20 of my favorite Spring dresses under $100.  If I let myself keep browsing, I probably would have ended up closer to 100 under 100. Stay tuned to my Spring Style Finds for more picks throughout the season.  The dresses below are a good mix of casual, work, date night, and wedding season.  I wanted to be sure to hit ALL the events you might have coming up this spring.

I hope ya’ll enjoy the first day of Spring and have a beautiful season ahead!

MORE SPRING DRESSES UNDER $100

Bridal Shower Outfit | Light Blue Dress | Taupe Block Heel Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Dresses under $100 | Straw Clutch | Statement Earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Fashion | Steve Madden Block Heel Sandals | Elaine Turner clutch | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Topshop Dress | Taupe Spring Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

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What to Wear with White Shorts

Summer Outfit | White Shorts | Navy Embroidered Tee | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Vacation Outfit | White Shorts | Navy Tee | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | White Shorts | Jeffrey Campbell Wedges | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Vacation Outfit | Free People Tee | Old Navy Shorts | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Summer Outfit | White Shorts | Oversized Tee | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Happy Friday!!  Our area schools have been on Spring Break which means I have seen lots of beach and pool pics flooding my social media feeds.  We had perfect Spring Break weather and are starting to have 80 degree days!  It’s supposed to rain this weekend, but I’m hoping it will take a small break because I kind of want to lay by the pool for a bit.

It also means it is time to start dusting off my shorts.  I purchased these white cotton shorts from Old Navy a couple years ago, and I still love them.  I don’t like to spend too much on shorts because I feel like I don’t wear them as much as jeans and dresses.  Although, the fact that our winter was really short here makes me think we are going to have a really hot summer, so I may buy a few new pairs this year.

For what to wear with white shorts, I lean towards dark or bright color pairings. These colors really pop against the white.  I love that this top incorporates both of those.   It’s also super flowy which is great for keeping cool on hot days.  With shorts, I tend to opt for either wedges or a flat sandal.  I like to go with neutral options to help elongate the look of my leg.  The wedge can also help make your leg look a little leaner too.

Another style idea for white shorts, go neutral with a fitted white tank or tee.  You can add in pops of color with your accessories, or go all gold for a dressier look.  Size note on this top, it runs big in my opinion, I sized down to an XS.

I hope y’all have a wonderful weekend, and I will see you back here next week when I will share my current spring obsession! See you then.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Navy Embroidered Tee  |  White ShortsSimilar Wedge SandalsVanity Saddle Bag  |  c/o Pink Tassel Earrings  |  Bourbon & Bowties Bracelets (similar)  |  Rayban Aviators | Nails: Essie Limo-scene

Casual Outfit | Oversized Tee | White Cotton Shorts | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Weekend Outfit | White Cotton Shorts | Free People Tee | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

How to Wear White Shorts | Lace Up Wedges | Navy Tee | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Vacation Outfit | White Shorts under $25 | Rayban Aviators | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

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Perfect Striped Top for Spring

Spring Outfit | Pastel Striped Top | White Jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Casual Outfit | Madewell Striped Top | White Skinny Jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Summer Outfit | White Skinny Jeans | Wedge Sandals | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Striped Top | Elisa Necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Casual Spring Outfit | Striped Top | White Jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Good Morning! How was your weekend?  I met up with my 5 best friends for dinner and girl talk this weekend. It was so needed and so much fun!  My gal pals and I all live in the Houston area, but not all close by.  Some of them live a good hour drive away.  We try and get together a few times a year to catch up in person.  Each time it feels as if no time has passed since we last saw each other.  I always think that is one of the most special kinds of friendship!

I’m so in love with this top for Spring.  The beautiful pastel colors of the stripes make my heart happy.  I feel like my wardrobe was very gray and black during winter, so I’m definitely embracing some color this season.  I love pairing the lighter pastel colors with white jeans and a neutral shoe.  I think both compliment the lighter palette well and help the color stand out.  This top is meant to be oversized.  I sized down to an XS to have a slightly more fitted look.  The boxy design still makes it look and feel slightly oversized even with the sizing down.

I hope ya’ll have a great week, and don’t forget to share your outfit inspiration in the link up at the end of the post!

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Striped Top  |  White Jeans  |  Similar WedgesVanity Saddle Bag  |  c/o White Ball Earrings |  c/o Elisa Necklace  |  Bourbon & Bowties Bracelets (similar) | Nails: Essie Minimalistic

Casual Weekend Outfit | Pastel Striped Blouse | White Skinny Jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Summer Outfit | Madewell Striped Shirt | White Ball Earrings | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

White Jeans Outfit | Jeffrey Campbell Wedges | Spring Fashion | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit | Short Sleeved Striped Top | White Skinny Jeans | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

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