When I moved to Connecticut, I realized just how many Little Black Dresses I have. I found it funny as I packed them in boxes and a little absurd as I unpacked them for my new closet. The “collection” is out of control and I promised myself that I wouldn’t buy a new one without donating an existing one. The thing is… I love my LBDs. They’re classic, no-brainer options I can turn to when I feel like I have no idea what to wear. The ones I currently have range from professional to flirty to downright fancy. But they’re predictable for me.
When Nordstrom asked me to share a holiday look, I wanted to something a little outside of what I’d typically reach for (a little black dress) or what I immediately think of when I think holiday (red/plaid). One of my biggest issues with holiday dresses is that they’re difficult to wear outside of, well, the holidays.
Then I found this dress and pretty much fell in love. It is a dress I’d probably admire on a hanger but not buy… I’m so glad I did though.
The lace is multicolored and feels festive without being over-the-top holiday. The whole time I wore it, I couldn’t help but think of all the times this dress will work. It’s conservative (with the length of the hemline and long sleeves) so it’s perfect for work events. It can be dressed up with heels or dressed down with cute flats. You can keep things neutral (like I did) or make the dress pop by bringing out the colors with your accessories.
(And it has pockets.)
I didn’t want to overdo it on the jewelry, so I wore a monogrammed necklace peeking out from the collar, a single bar ring, and sparkly dome studs.
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Collared Lace Shift Dress // Monogrammed Necklace // Bar Ring // Dome Earrings // Pink Handbag (c/o) // Nude Pumps
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Obsessed with the dress! Perfect for the holidays but also pretty much year-round like you said. So pretty!
x Sarah
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Oh wow! I'm absolutely IN LOVE with this outfit! You are a stunner!
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Such a pretty dress, and a great alternative to the LBD for the holidays!
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Vanessa
Wow, this dress is so beautiful!! Nice choice 🙂
This is so pretty, Carly! And I felt the same way about all my LBDs once I moved from NYC, haha. I clearly had a problem. 😉
Kelly | Kelly in the City
The dress is super cute on you. Personally, I don't think I could pull it off. And the price tag is enough to make me back away slowly. But I'm glad you found something that looks great on you and can be worn for the holidays or any other time of year. In fact, it would look really cute in the spring/summer too.
I would totally wear this for brunch or work (depending on how long it was on me). Looks very cute on you.
Laura | Laura Aime Vous
Oh my gosh, this dress is so pretty! Perfect for a lot of occasions!
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Katie
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Such a pretty pick! You're right – holiday dresses can be hard to wear again, but this is such a versatile find. Not to mention you look gorgeous in it!
xo
Amanda
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That dress is so perfect and I love the fact that it can be worn outside of the holiday season!
Lauren,
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Stunning!! This dress is to die for!!
BEAUTIFUL!! I love this on you, Carly!
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saw this on your insta and just coming over to tell you how much i love the dress! miss your face! xx