Summer Trend: Off The Shoulder

{ Via: Moda Operandi }

This post is personal. If you know me, you certainly are aware that the off the shoulder look is very much my style. I have been wearing it for years. Honestly, I often wonder why more women do not. Our shoulders never age, ladies! My own Mother at age 82, wore an off the shoulder formal long cocktail suit for her granddaughter's wedding. She looked marvelous. You'll not see me showing much of my arms any more, and I'm not big on showing cleavage, but those shoulders are out there. Not only is it an alluring look, it's also  cool in the warmer months. If you love the cover photo above as much as I do. You can shop it HERE.

Dolce & Gabbana Floral Dress

As featured in their Spring runway show, this dress is a taste of Italy for your wardrobe. Available at 
Moda Operandi    Or   Harrods

Paper Doll Crochet Dress

This will be your Summer soiree "go to." The crochet lace is so on trend, and the price is right at less than $100.
ASOS

Marguerite Blouse
One of the prettiest picks of the post.  The florals are fabulously feminine.
Tuckernuck

Marigold Ruffle Top
This sunny style looks good from every angle. 
Halston

Adam Lippes Silk Taffeta Top
Loving every detail about this top, especially those sleeves! It could be quite dressy with the fabrication, too.  Admittedly, it is pricey. I will be watching this one for the next sale.
Shopbop

Pleated Silky Georgette Top
Glam green. This top with a cape-like bodice has drama for days....and nights.
Halston

Lilly Pulitzer Nevie
For island nights and sunny afternoons. This lovely look has been cut from a swirling leaf lace. It's rather effortlessly chic, wouldn't you say? Sold out at Lilly Pulitzer.
Nordstrom or Zappos

Sayge Cover Up

Painterly pretty and perfect for a day at the pool or on the patio.

Ted Baker Or Bloomingdale's

Amelia Dress
Oh how fun! Add some sparkle to your wardrobe with this bodycon sequin sleeve dress. 
It's on sale.
Sachin & Babi

Scalloped Off The Shoulder Dress

Here's a mini me look that is just so precious. A pretty pick for almost any occasion. In girls sizes 7 and up.
BCBGMAXMAZRIA

Stelen Knotted Top
Sophisticated yet sporty, this chic cotton top is really just terrific at less than $25.
Need Supply

Edit Off Shoulder Dress  
Oh how I love this dress. It's all done up in a crisp cotton twill. Where couldn't you wear this?
Shopbop

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#TuesdayShoesday: What's In For Spring

Sunny Day Staples: Sundresses And Sandals

Sundresses and sandals - two things that always represented a proper Summer wardrobe. These days, you are more likely to see me sporting an off the shoulder "something" with at least some sleeve.  But I do still love little strappy dresses and shoes. Don't you? Scroll down to see what struck my fancy. And just for fun, I've paired the sandals to the sundresses. I hope you find a frock or footwear you simply can't resist.

Tracy Reese Bib Slip
Chic, cool and crocheted, this is what Summer is all about. Please do click thru and get a close up look at the cotton and silk fabric. Really pretty! Now reduced at
Tracy Reese

UGG Australia Lucy Wedge
I thought these high styled wedges were a good match with Tracy's pink sundress. Yes?  Going tonal works well with the high low hem.
Nordstrom's

Two Vince Camuto

Back Cutout Sleeveless Maxi Dress

This less than $100 dress comes in sizes to fit 0-16. It's a stretch knit that shows its' stripes in ivory and black.

Nordstrom's

MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS Cicely 

Though the heel is high and a bit chunky, these shoes also have a light and airy feel about them. 

Shoes.com

Beach House Maxi

Sold only thru Free People on line, this is a perfect pick for a day at the beach or on the boardwalk. A budget buy!

Free People

Benjamin Adams London Richmond
Glam from the ground up!  Love how the beads add sparkle to the neutral Free People dress.
Nordstrom's

LISA CORTI
Knee-length Dress
This is my idea of a sundress. 100% Cotton and 1,000% chic! Love the halter neckline. Very well priced at
YOOX

Studio Pollini
Olive Suede Tassel Accent Sandals
I love anything with a tassel! The mix of soft suede with the polished cotton of Lisa Corti's dress is a nice contrast. A great shoe.
SSENSE

ASOS Midi Bandeau Sundress 
Picnic anyone? Stretch cotton makes this one comfy dress, perfect for anything daytime.
ASOS

MM6 Maison Martin Margiela
Wedge Sandal 
Add a little color blocking and a pop of red to the great gingham sundress by ASOS. You'll wear these with trousers, too.
 Barneys New York

Alice + Trixie Gemma Maxi
So fresh in bright blue and white! This is an effortless dress that feels as good as it looks. Click through to see the great back of the dress. Available in four chic shades at the wonderful
Alice + Trixie

Kate Spade New York Nice
Never one to seek out white shoes, I think that Alice + Trixie's marvelous maxi calls for a touch of white with a measure of metallic.  Kate's wedges are a bold neutral for many dresses.
Zappos Couture

Riverbank Dress By
I Love Gorgeous
Smocked and shirred in muted cotton voile. Could anything be any sweeter? Available for sizes 2T - 12
I Love Gorgeous

Sparkly Plimsoll - Gold
I realize that these aren't sandals, but they are just too fun not to include, and are on the pretty little model above.  Perfect for fun in the sun, too.
I Love Gorgeous

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