This is the gingham shirtdress I needed to have a few weeks ago after spotting it on a stranger outside of Grand Central Station. Unfortunately, it sold out pretty quickly (although it’s available in some colors/sizes still), but I did hunt around the internet to find some other fabulous gingham options… just in time to finish out the summer season strong.
Side note: IT IS STILL SUMMER. Do you hear that retailers?! Do not force fall clothing on me just yet… I’m still thawing out from the winter.
I love all kinds of lengths when it comes to hemlines on skirts and dresses. This dress is a bit longer than I normally would pull for myself, but I’m totally into the classic silhouette– and the tie at the waist is flattering. Modest, not frumpy!
I’ve worn the dress a handful of times already, but notably wore it when I was on a panel for a conference in the city. I have a whole strategy around figuring out what to wear when I speak or have to be on some sort of stage. Length of dress is the most important factor. Seriously, nothing worse than being on a stage and sitting down only to have your hemline ride up… I don’t want to deal with worrying about how much leg (or more) can be seen. A full, long skirt rests perfectly when seated. And print and color are both important as well… because I totally start to sweat on stage. I’m not the biggest sweater normally, but hand me a microphone and I’m a sweaty mess. (TMI?) For me, darker prints help hide the fact that I’m more or less a puddle, Alex Mack style.
And shall we talk about the handbag? I love the girls at Cinco Powell and I also love their products. (Remember this monogrammed tote?! It’s on sale now!) The newest handbag has officially made its way into my handbag repertoire. Wear it with or without the monogram tag, or switch the tag out for a different color depending on your outfit… and the straps can be worn long for a crossbody or looped short (like I have it in the photos).
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Wow love the bold pattern on this dress!! Such a statement piece. I really love the green one on the site. Black and white has definitely been my go to this summer because it is so versatile 🙂 Also, I am loving those shoes!
Annie Belle
Love love this dress! Perfect length!
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Love the dress! As much as I agree with you about not being ready for fall, fall fashion is my favorite! I love how this dress could easily transition into fall too 🙂
xo, Scarlett
The Trendy Chick
Love this dress! And it's available in my size in navy… This could be dangerous…
Sydney
Toodlebelle's Blog
you are so beautiful!
Not only do I love this dress, but I LOVE your Alex Mack reference!
Xo, MacKenzie
Simple, Classy, Chic
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You look fabulous in this. I feel like I cannot rock the shirt dress, maybe it's all about the cut though. Any tips for petite busty girls to rock this look?
morninglux.blogspot.com
Love love love this dress! (and the whole look) also, you are having a GREAT hair day in this photos 🙂
Such a classic. Also loving the midi length! It's wonderful right now, but will be even better once fall rolls around!
Courtney
Odds & Ends
You said the "f" word! ha just kidding 😉 I was actually thinking about how well the dress would transition into fall with the right shoes!
I am loving the gingham shirt dress. The print and length are perfect. And the monogram bag – a must have!
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Vanessa
Love the dress but I'm obsessed with the bag. The gold monogram detail is perfection.
You look great! Loving that dress!
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xo Sarah
Okay, now I'm completely obsessed with that dress. I can totally see that being a Spring through Fall dress!
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kimberrleigh
It is still summer!! I work at the Gap and we just put out baby COATS- not jackets, like puffy coats! It's still July!!
On another note, love all of the gingham! 🙂
absolutely love that dress! it's so classic and chic… you look like you should be a hitchcock heroine!
xo
Tara
shoesillneverhave.blogspot.com
That's such a pretty silhouette. And I agree about the skirt length, not just for speaking but for any event where you have to sit down and be looked at by other people–nothing worse than having your skirt ride reeeally far up your calves as you cross your legs to try and prevent people from seeing your underwear. Not fun.
Love, Gigi
Dolce and Gabriella
I love this dress. It has a very vintage cut, and still looks modern. There are similar (but shorter and less tailored) alternatives at the Gap, too.
-Katherine
http://thegreenbows.blogspot.ca
These pictures are gorgeous!!
Honestly, I think this would be a perfect dress for fall, too! Very flattering, and definitely NOT frumpy!
Xo, Tori @ Victoria Grace
I am obsessed with this dress, and it will be flawless come fall with either some tights and ankle booties or skip the tights and go for some knee high boots. Very 1970's Nancy Drew.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
You look absolutely gorgeous. I especially love the length of this dress!
Kira Tabor
Love the dress! You really pull it off! I need to get a longer dress like this
-Nicole
http://www.meetmeinmidtown.blogspot.com
Love, love, love this dress!!! You look beautiful!! I can't get over how flattering this dress is…so cute!
xo, Taylor
I have mixed feelings about fall coming back, but I would love temps in the 70s. I just received my Bean boots and ordered the herringbone puffer vest from J. Crew…and it's July!
Love the gingham dress! So cute on you.
Ellen | A Pop of Pink
Just bought this, thanks to your post!
Love the dress! Very cute! Also, the Alex Mack reference made me laugh.
Hi, just found you blog and I love it! guess I know what I will do the next couple hours^^
Hannah
http://www.donutsanddenim.blogspot.com
You look great 🙂
Kind of random – love this dress and can’t find it anywhere! Touching base to see if you’ve lost love for it and are looking to part ways?
I would like this dress in 2x