Tag: Ann Taylor

Business Attire

End of Summer Sale

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Ann Taylor End of Summer Sale! Extra 50% off* + Additional 30% off* All Sale Styles!

The Ann Taylor End of Summer Sale sale ends on 7/22! I love Ann Taylor’s petite friendly clothing and they have some great end of the summer finds including white pants and summer sandals.

Ann Taylor can be on the pricier side when it’s not on sale, so when a big sale comes along, I always take advantage. Their pieces are high quality and they fit my 5’1 frame really well!

Happy shopping!

-xo

Darcy

Fashion

Ann Taylor May Outfit of the Month

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Halter dresses are super flattering and they look great on so many different body types. They offer more coverage if you have a fuller bust and it draws your eyes upward rather than downward (that is what we all want, right?) If you have a smaller bust and wider shoulders, your top looks more in proportion to your bottom half.

This flowy Ann Taylor Halter Tie Waist Flare Dress is a great way to show off your shoulders and arms while having more cover from your neckline to your below your knees. My motto is that if you expose one area on your body, compensate by going with a little more coverage somewhere else, ie., if you wear something short, go for a cap sleeve and not strapless on your top half, or if you wear a deep v-neck dress, have the dress hem be a little longer. The tie on this dress also flatters the waistline and it covers up any midsection area that you might want to mask. The shimmer of this dress also makes it perfect as a day outfit that can be transformed for a date night (we can dream of the days before quarantine.)

I also love a straw clutch. It screams warm weather and has me dreaming of a beach vacation. This Ann Taylor Woven Straw Clutch is the perfect size to carry a travel small sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses!

Add a pair of fun earrings like the Ann Taylor Metallic Geo Chandelier Earrings

And finally, add a pair of ankle strap sandals! The Ann Taylor Adley Suede Sandals in Spiced Chai adds the finishing touch to the dress and clutch. The gold inlay on the heel pulls in the gold accent on the clutch and it pairs well with the gold detailing on the earrings. I have mentioned this before, but I love gold details and think gold is a simple way to elevate an outfit to the next level.

A bonus is that the Ann Taylor Adley Suede Sandals also come in a black color with a silver block heel.

Happy May shopping!

-xo

Darcy

Casual Attire, Fashion

Gingham galore!

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Gingham galore!

Gingham is in and I don’t know about you, but I’m loving it! It’s classy, fun, and always timeless. You can wear it on a shoe, a scarf, dresses, and hair accessories. Here are a few of my favorite gingham picks that I’ve found recently.

This dress from Ann Taylor is officially back in stock!

BUT an equally cute option is the Ann Taylor Gingham Overlay Pleated Flare Dress.

It has a subtle gingham pattern and the pleated front gives it a classic look. If you’re looking to be a bit more bold, they also carry the Ann Taylor Petite Gingham Midi Dress in bright purple verbena.

It comes to mid calf and both are available in petite and regular sizes. Both dresses are light and will be great for warm weather! If you’re digging the buttoned look on the front of my dress, check out the Ann Taylor Petite Cotton Linen Button Flare Dress in bright orange vermillion kiss. It is not gingham, but it’s a similar style with a v-neck front and short sleeve.

The dress has a relaxed feel with a button down front and a belted waist. It has a v-neck front and capped sleeves. It’s light for the warmer months and hits me about at knee level. I give it an 8/10 for comfort. I paired it with a top knot headband in black and strapped espadrille wedges from Loft (also – peep my parent’s front porch in the second image). The height is not too tall, making it great for everyday wear. Viscata has a similar pair in their Canet Linen Espadrille. Viscata is a Madrid based shoes company that is a favorite of Kate Middleton and I love the timelessness look of their espadrilles. Madewell has a similar dress to the Ann Taylor in the Gingham Tie-Front Swing Dress. Madewell also has a selection of gingham shorts and I am currently putting in an order for their Linen Pleated Shorts in the melange check earthen sand. Perfect for summer time weather!

I also recently purchased a Gingham headband from Ann Taylor and it is no longer in stock, but a great substitute is from Alice and Wonder for $18.00. Top knot headbands are great because you can create a super flirty and fun outfit, or you can add it to a basic t-shirt and jeans for a pop of fashion. Don’t be afraid to wear a pattern! A pattern doesn’t have to be loud or bold, a pattern like gingham is simple and can be worn in a variety of ways. As always, reach out to me with your questions or comments.

xo-

Darcy