Sunday, June 21, 2015

Lemons Love Leopard

I bought this lemon patterned dress last summer from Banana Republic and I think it just screams "summer"! For whatever reason the dress also screams "Stepford Wife" to me, probably due to its classic silhouette. This is most likely the reason why I always pair the dress with pearls. Anyway, this is definitely a classic, summer dress that I will have for years to come or until I no longer fit in it. Even though the print is somewhat busy with all of the lemons, there are actually quite a few ways to style it. Today I opted for something a little different with my Clare V. Leopard clutch and red heels. Next summer I'll probably do a post with something entirely different.

Since Southern California is known for its citrus groves, it's easy to find tons of great places to take pictures in citrus themed apparel. While this mosaic mural isn't a literal depiction of lemons, I think if you use your imagination, the yellow blobs could look like lemons. Or maybe I am just seeing things?











Dress: Banana Republic similar here and here
Bag: Clare V. Foldover Leopard Clutch here
Shoes: kate spade
Belt: kate spade
Necklace: J. Crew
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Linking Up With: Shoe and Tell, Still Being Molly, How I Summer
and Turning Heads 
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22 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 22, 2015 at 3:01 AM

    This dress is so chic and you look amazing in it, love the belt

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:21 AM

      Thank you! It is truly one of my favorite dresses for summer!

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  2. JessicaJune 22, 2015 at 4:58 AM

    I've always regretted passing on this dress. It looks beautiful on you and you found the perfect background for it!

    http://bedknobsandbaubles.com/

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:22 AM

      I'm sorry that you missed out on the dress. I hate when that happens! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. UnknownJune 22, 2015 at 7:03 AM

    You look gorgeous (per usual) in this outfit! I love how you added the pop of red with the shoe, you are so amazing at putting together unique and beautiful outfits! I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award you lovely lady!

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:23 AM

      Thanks Kim! I really appreciate you nominating me, what a nice honor!

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  4. Amy JohnsonJune 22, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    Such a beautiful, feminine dress! I love how you styled it!

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:24 AM

      Thank you Amy! It's a very fun dress to style because of the print.

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  5. Elegance and MommyhoodJune 22, 2015 at 8:10 AM

    What a vibrant, happy, girly dress!!

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  6. UnknownJune 22, 2015 at 4:33 PM

    Love the mixed prints with the clutch and the dress!

    http://www.spencrescurls.com

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:25 AM

      Thank you! I thought it would be fun to do something a little different with the dress by mixing patterns.

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  7. UnknownJune 23, 2015 at 8:20 AM

    What a fabulously 'zingy' dress and I love how you've mixed it up and put your own stamp on it by pairing it with the leopard print clutch and the red shoes. Turns the dress from being maybe a little demure or as you say, 'Stepford Wife', into something way more interesting.

    And what a great backdrop too to show off the dress.

    http://petitesilvervixen.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. hellokatiegirlJune 23, 2015 at 11:27 AM

      Thank you! Actually my inspiration came from seeing how other bloggers styled the dress, but I tried to make it my own as much as possible!

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  8. UnknownJune 23, 2015 at 3:10 PM

    Gorgeous dress ! You look fabulous :) x

    www.fashionadventuresatanyage.com

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  9. Jessica JannengaJune 23, 2015 at 5:16 PM

    I love this pattern on you, the lemons and the green and the backdrop is perfect, the colors really stand out!


    Thanks for linking up with Turning Heads Tuesday!
    jess xx
    www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

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  10. twopeasinablogJune 23, 2015 at 7:13 PM

    What a beautiful ladylike dress. The print is gorgeous and it looks so pretty on you! Love the pop of red with your heels. Good call on the pearls!
    Katey
    http://www.twopeasinablog.com

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  11. Leeanne FootmanJune 23, 2015 at 11:10 PM

    This is SUCH a gorgeous dress and I love the background you chose to shoot these pics (... they totally do look like lemons!) Just found your blog and love it! Check mine out as well! :)

    Xo
    Lee | LegalLee Blonde

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  12. MinauJune 24, 2015 at 12:44 AM

    Adorable look!

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  13. Martina, Elegant 40June 24, 2015 at 1:28 AM

    This outfit cannot be more perfect! You look wonderful!

    Greetings from Martina, through Turning Heads #Linkup! I will be happy if you visit me at Elegant 40.

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  14. Grace LiangJune 24, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    Wow! What a happy summer dress! Love the color and prints! By the way, I started my own link up and it will be every Wednesday. Don't forget to stop by! :)

    Grace
    http://colorandgrace.com

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  15. HeatherJune 28, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    Love your lemon dress, and that mosaic wall was a perfect place to photograph it - I definitely see the lemons too :)

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