THE BEST DRESS FOR SUMMER + EXCITING NEWS!

June 28, 2017 Haley Jones

LIONESS CALIENTE RUFFLE WRAP DRESS // SEYCHELLES 'DILLY DALLY' SANDALS // GUCCI SOHO DISCO BAG (ALSO LOVE THIS LESS EXPENSIVE VERSION) // DAVID YURMAN CABLE CLASSICS BRACELET // DAVID YURMAN OVAL LINK BRACELET // DAVID YURMAN CROSSOVER BRACELET WITH GOLD // GORJANA CHOKER NECKLACE (C/O) // GORJANA 3 LAYER NECKLACE (C/O) //

Summer's are full of activities, so having a dress that can be worn to a variety of events is ideal. The problem is that these mystical dresses aren't easy to find, but that's why I'm sharing the cute little dress in today's post! First and foremost, it's super affordable, lightweight for those hot summer days (or nights), and a style that can be easily dressed up or down. But that's not it! I'm also sharing some other budget friendly options with you AND some super exciting news!

THIS IS THE TREND YOU NEED TO TRY THIS SUMMER

May 11, 2017 Haley Jones

TOPSHOP EMBROIDERED ARMY SHIRT JACKET // DOLCE VITA EFFIE BLOCK HEEL SANDAL (ALSO SOLD HERE) // ABERCROMBIE & FITCH SWING DRESS IN BLUSH // GUCCI SOHO DISCO BAG IN ROSE BEIGE (ALSO LOVE THIS LESS EXPENSIVE VERSION) // LACK OF COLOR BOATER HAT // RAY-BAN AVIATOR SUNGLASSES // TAUDREY 5 GOLDEN RINGS NECKLACE (C/O) // DAVID YURMAN OVAL LINK BRACELET WITH GOLD //

Trends come and go, but sometimes there are a few that pop up that you simply can't miss out on. The embroidery trend has been around for a minute, but there are finally a lot of affordable pieces out there to choose from- hooray! Today I'm showing you how I styled an embroidered jacket and rounding up TONS of affordable embroidered pieces (all under $100)!

BEAT THE HEAT & STAY CHIC WITH THESE 3 TIPS

June 13, 2016 Haley Jones

BB DAKOTA "VEERA" AZUL DRESS // DOLCE VITA "LYNDON" SANDALS // VINTAGE LOUIS VUITTON HANDBAG, SIMILAR HERE & HERE, TASSEL TUTORIAL HERE // FOREVER 21 BOATER HAT, SIMILAR HERE // DAVID YURMAN OVAL LINK BRACELET // GORJANA NECKLACE, SIMILAR HERE // RAY-BAN ORIGINAL AVIATOR SUNGLASSES //

When the temperature rises and it's almost too hot outside to function, it's easy to slip into a less than spectacular outfit routine. Trust me, it happens to me every summer and I get mad at myself for wearing flip flops too much! To avoid slipping into a jeans-and-tee rut again, I've come up with 3 easy to follow tips to find and style flawless summer outfits!

HOW TO PULL OFF THE 3RD PIECE RULE THIS SUMMER

June 2, 2016 Haley Jones

PLEIONE MILITARY VEST (ALSO LOVE THIS!) // SIMILAR WHITE RUFFLE HEM DRESS (ALSO LOVE THIS!) // KENDRA SCOTT "RAYNE" NECKLACE // KATE SPADE "CEDAR STREET MAISE" HANDBAG // DOLCE VITA "LYNDON" SANDALS (ALSO LOVE THESE!) // RAY-BAN ORIGINAL AVIATOR SUNGLASSES //

The third piece rule is something that all sartorial dressers abide by, that’s why they always look flawless. I talked about it a little bit here and while it’s a very simple rule to follow when it’s cold outside, warmer temps make being a good student of fashion a challenge. Today I’m going to elaborate on the third rule and give you some fool-proof ways to incorporate it into your summer style!

THE PLAID DRESS I'LL NEVER QUIT

May 18, 2016 Haley Jones

BB DAKOTA "LANCE" PLAID DRESS // ZARA JEANS (ALSO LOVE THESE) // GAP TRENCH COAT (SIMILAR HERE) // DOLCE VITA "LYNDON" SANDALS (c/o) // LOUIS VUITTON CROSSBODY WITH TORY BURCH LEATHER TASSEL DIY (SIMILAR HERE) // KAREN WALKER "SUPER DUPER THISTLE" SUNGLASSES (c/o DITTO- GET A FREE MONTH TO TRY ENDLESS EYEWEAR WITH THE CODE "MEANDMRJONES"!)

You're probably thinking, "but Haley, you're wearing a shirt!" Well, it's surprisingly a dress I wore back in this post and it looks equally as cute as a shirt! Us girls need options and that's why I'm always trying to think of creative ways to re-wear pieces in a different way and of course, share them with you! Today, I'm going to talk about this and two other ways you can reinvent an old dress so that you won't have to quit your favorite plaid (or gingham, or stripe) dress either!

3 EASY WAYS TO LOOK SOPHISTICATED IN A T-SHIRT DRESS

May 10, 2016 Haley Jones

OLD NAVY T-SHIRT DRESS (ALSO LOVE THIS STRIPED ONE) // STEVE MADDEN ELEANORR LACE-UP FLATS // J.CREW FACTORY DENIM JACKET // KAREN WALKER SUPER DUPER STRENGTH SUNGLASSES (GET ONE MONTH OF ENDLESS EYEWEAR FREE WITH CODE MEANDMRJONES!) // GORJANA VIVIENNE NECKLACE // GORJANA MIKA LARIAT NECKLACE // TAUDREY "THE FASHIONISTA'S DIARY" BANGLE SET (C/O) //

As far as easy summer dresses go, t-shirt frocks are a no brainer. They are super comfortable, easy to throw on, and don't always require steaming or ironing which is a plus when you're in a hurry. The not so good news is that sometimes they can seem boring or maybe a bit too casual. That is why I wanted to share 3 easy style tips to kick up the sophistication factor! With these tips you'll be looking fabulous and still feel comfortable- #gogirl!

3 TIPS TO FIND THE PERFECT SUMMER DRESS

April 20, 2016 Haley Jones

Free People Victorian Mini Dress, Sam Edelman Yardley Sandals, Lespecs "Jealous Games", Blue Bucket Bag, Easy Summer Dress

FREE PEOPLE VICTORIAN MINI DRESS (ALSO HERE IN BLACK ON SALE!) // SAM EDELMAN YARDLEY SANDALS // LESPECS "JEALOUS GAMES" SUNGLASSES // STREET LEVEL FAUX LEATHER TASSEL BUCKET BAG (SIMILAR HERE) // SIMILAR SCARF // TAUDREY "THE FASHIONISTA'S DIARY" BANGLE SET // HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 STACKING RING //

It's still April, but summer will be here before we know it and some of you might already be experiencing summer temps (so jealous of you SoCal people)! Right now is the perfect time to start building out your summer wardrobe so you'll be prepared to face the heat in style. It's also totally possible to wear your summer pieces right now anyway, so let's get started on making the best summer wardrobe ever! Keep reading for more tips to find the perfect summer dress as well as links to some of my favorites!

HOW TO WEAR A DENIM MIDI DRESS FROM DAY TO NIGHT

April 4, 2016 Haley Jones

CLAYTON "CANDACE" DRESS (ALSO LOVE THIS) // SIMILAR RED SUEDE PUMPS // LEITH DRAPE FRONT JACKET // REBECCA MINKOFF "AVERY" CROSSBODY BAG // LE SPECS "JEALOUS GAMES" SUNGLASSES // TAUDREY GOLD TASSEL EARRINGS (C/O) // TAUDREY "THE FASHIONISTAS DIARY" BANGLE SET (C/O) // HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 SAMA STACKING RING // BAUBLEBAR "MASON" PAVE RING (ALSO LOVE THIS!) //

When I laid eyes on this denim midi dress, I knew I had to have it! It's flattering fit and button front is reminiscent of 1950s fashion and I couldn't help but picture myself as a sassy little housewife. You can easily go from day to night with this denim dress, too. Keep scrolling for...

TREND ALERT: OFF THE SHOULDER TOPS, DRESSES, & ROMPERS!

March 11, 2016 Haley Jones

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Off the shoulder tops are everywhere this season and I'm SO excited about it! I wore an off-the shoulder dress last summer and have been waiting to purchase another, and now is the perfect time! There are so many options out there from flirty, date-night worthy, and spring break essential! My personal favorites are #1 because I'm really into pink right now, #4 because even if you aren't at the beach you'll feel like it, and #12 because it could look so different with whatever accessories/shoes you choose! Happy shopping, my loves!

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE // SIX // SEVEN // EIGHT // NINE // TEN // ELEVEN // TWELVE // THIRTEEN //

THREE GORGEOUS WAYS TO WEAR PANTONE'S COLOR(S) OF THE YEAR

February 19, 2016 Haley Jones

How To Wear Pantone Colors of The Year, Blogger Squad Goals, Serenity & Rose Quartz, Rebecca Minkoff Mab Mini, Loeffler Randall Rider, Baublebar Courtney Necklace

I’ve talked and talked about how much I love fashion’s new colors, but my love affair with these hues reminiscent of a cotton candy sunset sky has just begun! There are so many ways from sweet and sophisticated to wear rose quartz and serenity, it would be impossible to show you on my own. That’s why I decided to enlist my fabulous blogger babes to help me illustrate a few of the possibilities!