Maxi Heat, Maxi Dress

5 Jul

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Blouse – Express | Dress – New York & Co | Necklace – The Limited | Earrings – Holly Yashi | Sandals – The Limited

It’s another day of 100 degree temperatures.  So why in the world am I wearing a long black dress and a long-sleeved shirt?

Something about a long dress like this is actually quite cool.  It’s actually perfect for a hot day when you’ll be spending a lot of it inside in the air conditioning.  However, it does have an open-weave on the shoulder and upper back similar to this.

Which means in order to make it office appropriate I felt the need to wear something over it.  I could have gone the cardigan route, but this shirt is sheer and lightweight which means it doesn’t trap heat like a cardigan would.  Plus, the pattern and the knot tied at the front give it some visual interest.

Actually, if you really like my shirt, I currently have it listed on Poshmark for $15.  Grab it up now before I change my mind and decide to keep it just to wear with this dress!

P.S.  I also have an adorable pair of gingham shorts for sale.  Did you see You Pick Wednesday on the best ways to wear shorts?  Check it out!
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7 Responses to “Maxi Heat, Maxi Dress”

  1. kilax July 5, 2012 at 3:56 pm #

    Cute look! Why did you decide to sell that top?

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    • Erin @ Loop Looks July 5, 2012 at 4:14 pm #

      Easier than getting it tailored, I suppose. If I could make a few bucks from it, why not. But, I like the look of it tied at the waist so much I might keep it now!

      Reply
  2. sarah July 5, 2012 at 5:02 pm #

    love that dress, girl! and can i just say how much i love that you take your pics in the office?! so brave of you!

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    • Erin July 5, 2012 at 5:29 pm #

      Hahah, thanks! Luckily I work for someone who doesn’t care what we do on our lunch breaks.

      Reply
  3. crazystylelove July 5, 2012 at 6:02 pm #

    I just love that top with your maxi! I love star prints!

    <3 Jenny
    http://www.crazystylelove.com

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    • Erin @ Loop Looks July 5, 2012 at 7:08 pm #

      I am slowly becoming convinced that I might need to keep this top!

      Reply

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