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Shades of Blue :: A-line dress & Silver heels

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Dress: Forever21 | Shoes: via Saks off Fifth | Handbag: Michael Kors Grey Tote (old, options here & less expensive option here)

One of my posts a few weeks ago, Style Guide – Cobalt, had me craving something in a sapphire color.  I pulled out this amazingly comfortable a-line dress that I bought at Forever 21 and my favorite silver heels.  The simple silhouette of this dress is juxtaposed by the abstract print.  Polished and feminine describe the mood throughout the day for me.  Shades of blue don’t have to be reserved for the springtime!

Yes, I know what you’re thinking, “a dress in the middle of November?’  The weather here in Florida has been so volatile lately.  While the rest of the country is having cooler temperatures and snow fall, we’ve had comfortable highs in the 70’s.  On Sunday, when I wore this outfit, the weather was amazing.  Although, after the warm weekend, we are going to see some frigid temperatures!  It’s a good thing too because I’m still craving cozy sweaters and faux leather, just like the outfit I wore in Monday’s post… Fall layers.  Hopefully, the weather with dip down low enough to get away with wearing a pair of boots.  I know, I know…Florida girl problems!

I do want cooler temperatures.  Dressing for summer year round can get a little old.  And, I’d love to see snow and go skiing one day.  My number one wish, to make a snowman.  Sounds silly since I’m in my 30’s, but those are things that I never had the opportunity of experiencing in my childhood.  The changing colors of the forest trees, the crackling of a fireplace, snowmen, and snow angels are all things that I missed.  The holiday months, November and December, are my favorite time of year.  And, I think those little things would make the days feel just a bit more festive.

Xo, Maria

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31 Comments

  2. Maria B
    November 20, 2014 / 6:53 am

    The A-line dress is so flattering, I love wearing this style of dresses <3 yours is lovely, xx

  5. Nadine
    November 20, 2014 / 8:18 am

    I love that dress, Maria! It’s so classic and elegant!
    It sounds like your weather is behaving a lot like our weather is at the moment except we are transitioning into summer rather than winter. One day we have summer-like weather and the next it’s much cooler again and we are back to long sleeves.
    It can be quite confusing when deciding what to wear. 😀
    Have a stunning day, Maria! 🙂 xx

  8. asallows
    November 20, 2014 / 9:42 am

    Beautiful dress! I love the print and the cut of it. What a fabulous Forever 21 find! They really do have some great pieces in their massive collection of clothing. Love those heels too.

    http://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

  9. Jenny
    November 20, 2014 / 9:46 am

    Beautiful! I miss nice weather. I wish I had a house in Florida to migrate to in the winter months!
    xx
    Jenny // Mish Mosh Makeup

  11. daniellemapes
    November 20, 2014 / 10:19 am

    “Florida girl problems”- that made me laugh! I lived in Tampa for a couple of years and I missed my winter accessories and coats; I would wear sweaters and boots on 75 degree days when everyone else was in shorts and flip flops.

    I hope you get to experience a ‘white’ Christmas sometime. When I lived in FL, I definitely felt like something was missing during the holidays. Beautiful dress (cobalt is in this season!). XO-Danielle

  14. emiliamueller
    November 20, 2014 / 12:14 pm

    I love the dress and the shoes.

  17. Posh Prime
    November 20, 2014 / 1:00 pm

    I envy your warm temps! It’s freezing here and wearing a dress feels unfathomable…too cold! I love your dress though! It’s a gorgeous color and looks way more expensive than Forever 21! You look amazing!
    poshprime.com
    ~~Megan~~

  18. Megan (@PoshPrime)
    November 20, 2014 / 1:02 pm

    I envy your warm temps! It’s freezing here and wearing a dress feels unfathomable…too cold! I love your dress though! It’s a gorgeous color and looks way more expensive than Forever 21! You look amazing!
    poshprime.com
    ~~Megan~~

  19. debow
    November 20, 2014 / 3:14 pm

    I really love that dress , it suits you so well . The color is perfect on you and the shoes as gorgeous as well !
    kisses
    debow
    ohdebow.com

  20. Heidie Makes
    November 20, 2014 / 3:25 pm

    Stunning pictures, I love this dress! 🙂

  22. Sumbal Chaudhry
    November 20, 2014 / 5:00 pm

    The perfect Dress! love the shoes <3

  24. Pru Yeo
    November 21, 2014 / 12:30 am

    Love the classic silhouette of the dress, it looks very comfortable and pretty! The silver heels are absolutely gorgeous too, so sleek and elegant!

    Prudence
    http://www.prudencepetitestyle.wordpress.com

  25. Judy Wu
    November 22, 2014 / 1:31 pm

    Love the dress, it looks great on you! & I would gladly switch weather situations with your right now!
    – Judy

    http://thedamselindenim.com/

  28. anastasiias
    November 23, 2014 / 9:15 am

    Beautiful dress! Looks light and chic! And hair…wow! so gorgeous

  29. ELi
    November 23, 2014 / 9:59 am

    Wow, very cute dress dear, but here in Milan the weather it’s could and i have to dress very warm coat…
    keep in touch

    http://www.theladycracy.it

  31. Lara
    November 24, 2014 / 1:20 pm

    Thank you for the inspiration my dear! I love your style and your blog <3