Jul
2012
Simple Navy Maxi
Today’s outfit is about keeping it simple yet chic.
Sometimes, I just don’t feel like layering on bracelets or wearing a bold necklace. I just want to throw on a dress, put on a pair of earrings, grab my bag, and go. And that is just what I did.
Is that technically a style blogging fail? You might argue that it is, but I also want to keep it real. I actually wear all of the outfits I share on the blog, and some days I really do feel the need to accessorize to add interest to an outfit (and I like to). And sometimes, I just don’t. Stud earrings are my reliable, go-to jewelry piece of choice, along with my wedding band and engagement ring. At times, that is all you need (aside from a bag to carry your belongings).
I added this navy blue maxi dress to my wardrobe back in 2008. Yep: four years ago. It’s a simple jersey material in a classic color, and when I saw it at (gasp) T.J. Maxx I knew it should be mine. Now, four years later, it is still in style and is perfect to throw on for a chic look without much effort.
The low cut back on this dress definitely helps out with the hot and steamy temperatures we’ve been having lately. I don’t want to wish for fall weather yet, but I wouldn’t mind a cool breeze every now and then!
Navy maxi dress: Necessary Objects, purchased at T.J. Maxx (similar here) // Envelope clutch: ASOS (similar here) // Animal print heels: Carol via ShoeMint
Do you sometimes like to keep it simple with your styles?
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Layla
July 25, 2012 at 9:15 am (330 days ago)Probably the best maxi I’ve ever seen. I love that’s it not the traditional sweetheart neckline/two shoulder straps deal.
Allie
July 25, 2012 at 10:26 am (330 days ago)For the longest time I just didn’t “get” stud earrings, always preferring danglier ones. But a couple of months ago I found an adorable set at Target and I think I’m finally getting back on board!
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Katherine
July 25, 2012 at 3:07 pm (329 days ago)Love the dress! I also love wearing simple, stud earrings and my rings. No other jewelry : )
Katherine
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Sarah
July 25, 2012 at 9:08 pm (329 days ago)Cute! I absolutely LOVE the bag!!
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Amber ~ Real Girl Glam
July 26, 2012 at 6:16 pm (328 days ago)This dress is so pretty! Love the low back and I think it can definitely hold it’s own without a lot of accessories.
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Alex Elizabeth
July 26, 2012 at 6:35 pm (328 days ago)Oh wow, what a beautiful dress! Sometimes I think I am actually a closet minimalist at heart. A shirt, skirt, and belt can pretty much be a complete outfit for me. I don’t like to fuss too much during summer!
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Glamamom
July 30, 2012 at 9:13 pm (324 days ago)Wow! Lady, you look AMAZING! You body is SICK!! Great envelope clutch.
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Katie
July 31, 2012 at 8:25 am (324 days ago)Aw shucks, thanks so much for the kind words!
April
July 31, 2012 at 11:52 am (324 days ago)Great dress! That’s perfect for summer and I’m sure you’ll get some use from it in the fall, too!
Mary
August 2, 2012 at 5:53 pm (321 days ago)I love this look. So classy.
-Mary @ Style That Moves