Dressing Room Diaries

Cheers to Friday, friends! I headed out for a blogger conference yesterday…aka, a girl’s weekend with some of my favorite blogger babes! I packed a bevy of Spring dresses, so of course a major cold front is now blowing in! Along with a monsoon of rain. This should be interesting! (Follow along on Instagram to see peeks of the fun & what I packed!)

Today I’ve got a new Dressing Room Diaries for you…and you know the drill, I hunt down some of the cutest new arrivals from my favorite retailers, and review them for you. The shots aren’t good, the lighting is bad, my hair is usually past it’s expiration, and many of the items aren’t a good fit for me…but it’s real life, real girl, real clothes…and hopefully helpful for you to see them this way, instead of perfectly styled on a model.

Fit Note: I’m 5’4″-ish, 120 pounds-isa (depending on the week’s taco count), with a slight pear shape. My usual size is an XS/0. 

I wore this striped sweater on my Instagram Story this week, and had a flood of requests for a link, so I’m assuming y’all will like it as much as I do! It’s a lightweight knit with a button detail on the back. The material is soft and stretchy, and looks cute worn out, or tucked in to a skirt for a dressier look.

Fit Tip: I sized up for a more relaxed, casual fit.

Sweater | High Rise Jeans | Embroidered Sandals

It’s hard to see the details of this black top in the pic, but it’s a mock-wrap style with flattering tie and slight peplum hem. The material is a crisp cotton poplin, and a style that’s easily dressed up or down. The ruffle sleeve is slightly exaggerated, but creates an hourglass shape. It would be so chic with a pencil skirt!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a size 2.

Wrap-Style Top (30% off!) | High Rise Jeans | Embroidered Sandals

One of my favorite finds this week, this tee has a cotton knit body and crisp poplin sleeve. It takes a basic tee up a notch and gives a casual combo extra style.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small because that’s all my store had in stock, but I promptly ordered an XS!

Flutter Top | High Rise Jeans | Embroidered Sandals

This top is the trifecta of cute tops…peplum hem, flutter sleeves, and stripes! Unfortunately it runs a little large, and the XS was too big for me.

Fit Tip: Definitely size down on this one.

Striped Peplum Top | White Jeans | Sandals | Earrings

This top is a blend of cottons, as well…knit body and crisp poplin ruffle sleeves. It’s so cute with jeans, shorts and skirts, but also runs big.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS, so size down.

Ruffle Sleeve Tee | White Jeans | Sandals | Earrings

There’s no question I’m a Nordy Girl! #teamNordy I love this collection of graphic tees…each with fun phrases and designs. Plus the cotton is crazy soft, with a longer length.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS, so size down if you prefer it fitted.

Nordy Girl Tee | White Jeans | Sandals | Earrings

I’m a sucker for a one-shoulder top, especially when a ruffle is included. This striped black and white top is a drapey material that hangs nicely, and a comfy elastic band. I just wish it were a bit longer.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS.

One Shoulder Top | White Jeans | Sandals

Black and white gingham is everywhere this season (I’m partial to this one!), and I couldn’t be happier! This top is a crisp material with slight bell sleeves and a wide elastic smocking across the full chest. It’s a flattering off-the-shoulder fit, and does a good job of actually staying put. You can’t beat the price, either!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS

Gingham Ruffled Top | Distressed-White Jeans | Wedges | Earrings | Watch

I think I shared this tank in a previous post, but I’m so smitten with it I grabbed more colors. It’s the perfect v-neck with a slight racerback shoulder (but not enough to require a special bra). The cotton is soft, but not sheer, and the pocket elevates the tee a bit.

Fit Tip: It’s true to size, I’m in an XS.

V-Neck Tank | High Rise Jeans | Embroidered Sandals

This tee just makes me happy…the bright blue, the happy words, and soft cotton. The shorts are a great mid-rise with slightly longer inseam. There’s no holes or distressing, so you don’t have to worry about anything falling out! They come in several rinses, but I’m partial to the white and these light wash.

Fit Tip: Both are true to size, I’m wearing an XS and 26, respectively.

“On the Bright Side” Tee | Shorts | Embroidered Sandals

It may be a chilly Spring, but Summer is coming…and if you’re in the South with me, you know shorts are essential. These linen shorts have a wide elastic waist with drawstring and deep pockets…and pretty much perfect. These are the shorts you buy in every color, and wear every weekend. I paired them with my fave pocket tank.

Fit Tip: This is the XS, which I was concerned might be a little snug through the thigh (you want these to hang away from the body), but after wearing them for a bit, they stretched out perfectly. So I’d say they’re true to size. 

Linen Shorts | V-Neck Tank | Embroidered Sandals

Here’s the same shorts, but a size small. I like the added length and fullness through the legs.

Fit Tip: The drawstring waist gives a more custom fit, so size up if you like the longer length and fuller fit.

Linen Shorts | V-Neck Tank | Embroidered Sandals

Now let’s move on to dresses, and I found some fun ones! Starting with this flirty floral shift with flutter sleeves and hem. The print is a combo of pretty blues, greens and citrus hues. It’s fully-lined and perfect for work, or dress it down with a jean jacket and flat sandals.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a 2p for a shorter length. The regular 0 had a similar fit, but longer hem.

Flowerbed Swing Dress | Sandals

This one had me at stripes, and fits like a glove. The material is a thick, stretchy crepe, but feels a bit like a thick knit. It hugs the figure through the torso, but has a flattering fit-and-flare shape. You could wear it with flats, wedges or even sneakers.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a 0.

Striped Fit and Flare Dress

This polka-dot number is so cute and preppy, and perfect for day parties or work. I’d add colorful shoes and accessories, or even a jean jacket.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a regular 0

Polka Dot Dress | Sandals

I love the plaid print and ruffle trim of this dress, and the flattering tie wrap. Unfortunately it runs a little big and overwhelmed my frame. But it’s darling with both flat sandals and wedges.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a 0.

Ruffle and Bow Dress | Sandals

I adore the floral print of this fit-and-flare dress, and exaggerated full skirt! It’s so feminine and flattering, with a stiff taffeta-style material. The back dips down for a peek of skin, but not so much you need special undergarments. So pretty for Summer weddings and parties.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a regular 0, but petite sizing is available. 

Floral Flare Dress | Sandals

This pretty maxi has a muted floral print in shades of pink and moss, with a flattering halter-style neckline and pleated skirt. It’s fully-lined with a sash tie at the neck, and can be casual with flat sandals, or dressed up with heels and jewels. And the price can’t be beat!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a 0.

Floral Maxi Dress

You’ve seen this dress a few times over the years, it’s such a showstopper with the lace overlay and figure-hugging fit. This new orchid color is perfect for Spring, and gives the dress a softer look. The lace is really substantial with some give, so it forms to your shape.

Fit Tip: I’m wearing a small in this pic, but it’s loose across the chest and stomach. I’d stick with my usual XS for this one, but know it will be fitted.

Lace Midi Dress 

Now let’s move on to comfier finds…pajamas! And hello pink gingham! This set seriously could not be any cuter, and the shorts even have pockets! The cotton is a little sheer, so undies will show through unless you’re wearing a nude shade. But who cares when you’re at home, right?!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS.

Gingham Pajama Set

I’ve been a fan of Barefoot Dreams for years…in fact I think I own every style of cardigan they make (this hooded one is my fave). So how did I not know they make a robe?!?! And not just any robe, but a robe made of the same softer-than-soft material of their cardigans and blankets. It has a magical way of being soft, cozy and warm, without being too heavy or hot. Perfect for evenings over your PJs, and mornings with the hair dryer. And bonus, it’s 50% off!!

Fit Tip: I’m wearing an XS.

Robe

Okay, that’s it for today! I do hope you found it helpful, and maybe discovered some new goodies and styling ideas! And be sure to check previous Dressing Room Diaries because many of the items are now on sale!

What’s your favorite from this round of Dressing Room Diaries? Happy weekend, lovebugs!

{Great Weekend Sales}
NORDSTROM // Huge seasonal sale, including this cozy robe 50% off!
LOFT // 40% off Friends & Family Sale, code FRIENDS
OLD NAVY // Extra 20% off everything, code SWEET (grab this jean jacket!!)
J.CREW // Extra 30% off sale & 50% off tops 
J.CREW FACTORY // 50-60% off everything, site wide
COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD // 20% off site wide with code SUGARPLUM20