Finding the Perfect Summer Dress

Finding dresses to wear to weddings and other events can be fun but it can also be stressful if it's last minute.   

Some key things to consider include:  
Fabric:  I love traditional cotton or seersucker (all cotton) during the summer because cotton breathes well on those scorching hot days.  I got married on a 90-plus degree day, so I felt the pain of my wedding guests standing in our reception line outside.  Plus, I love it when I can find a dress I don't have to dry clean for  once!
Color:  I mostly love light colors for the summer.   Try colors you might not wear in the winter like light yellows, aqua, lavender, etc.  I stay as far away from any shade of white or light pink or light silver when I attend a wedding because it's the bride's day.  I also try to stay away from black because I think it's always the stereotypical wedding guest color.  (That being said, yes, I've worn black before!  But I like to try to have more fun with summer colors.)
Versatility:  How many other ways can you style the dress?  Can you add a light tan blazer and wear it to work?  Can you style it with different jewelry and wear it to another summer event?  This is a key question for me!

Sweet Summer Dresses by sweetonstyle featuring a twist dress

J Crew lacy dress / J Crew twist dress / Jessica Simpson sleeveless pleated dress / Banana Republic scoop neck dress / CHARLES KEITH chain purse / Fiorelli party purse, $76 / J Crew white stone jewelry / Stella Dot filigree jewelry

Sweet Friday: Office/Night Out

Sweet Friday: Office/Night Out by sweetonstyle featuring rebecca minkoff handbags

Mango chiffon top, $30 / Wallis navy blazer / Topshop floral midi skirt / Ava Aiden pointy toe wedge pump / Jessica simpson shoes / Michael Kors handbag / Rebecca minkoff handbag / Stella Dot stella dot bracelet / Stella Dot stella dot necklace / Stella & Dot cz earrings / Victoria s Secret slimming belt

Sweet on Shoes

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Shoes Loyal Shoes:   There are few things I love in my closet more than a pair of fabulous shoes.  Shoes, handbags and jewels are our most loyal pieces.  They don't care about the size of our hips or stomachs.  They fit when you gain or lose weight.  They can make such a bold statement they take even the most discerning eye away from any areas we are self-conscious about.  Many people say style begins at the bottom (the shoe) and works its way up.  

This spring and summer, there are so many shoes to love!  Ah, if I could have them all!   Here are the key trends I've highlighted here and all for $100 or less.  

Key Trends:  Floral, d'Orsay Flats (two-piece), Wedges, Bright Colors, Metallics and Perforated.

Fabulous Flats and Heels by sweetonstyle featuring wedge sandals

1.  Melissa Shoes / Neiman Marcus Thong Sandal $50.00      2. Steve Madden / Nordstrom Stecy Sandal $71.20  
3.  Ivanka Trump / Nordstrom d'Orsay Zebra Flat $99.95  4.  Nine West d'Orsay Flat with Ankle Strap $51.75 
5. MIA / Nordstrom Colorblock Wedge $59.95  6. Jessica Simpson / Piperlime Nude Wedge $89  
7.  Nine West Yellow Slingback Flat $79.00  8.  Nine West Peep-Toe Pink Pump $63.75

Fashion Week Fall 2014: Animal Inspiration

Fashion Week Fall 2014: Animal Inspiration by sweetonstyle featuring a petite cardigan

Être Cécile animal print sweater, $170 / Ann Taylor petite cardigan / Emilio Pucci slim pants / Banana republic skirt / Ann Taylor striped skirt / Tory Burch red ballet flat / Jessica Simpson leopard print flat / H M zebra print ballet flat, $24 / Clare Vivier real leather purse / A X Armani Exchange genuine leather purse

Next Week: Sweet Pregnancy Style

Next week, I am sharing a topic very close to my heart.  Being pregnant with Charlotte was one of the best times of my life.  Sure, I got sick about three times a day and had a c-section after nearly 24 hours of labor, but that actually didn't keep me down for a second.  I felt more beautiful when I was pregnant than when I walked the stage at Miss America in the best shape of my life living out a dream.  Perhaps it was the added confidence and maturity in my 30s or perhaps it was the wiggle of tiny feet and sweet flutters of baby hiccups in my ever-growing belly, but it was honestly pure bliss.  And for once, my hair was gloriously shiny and my skin was naturally sparkling.  So, I feel disheartened when I hear a beautiful woman say she feels overweight or disgusting while she is pregnant.   There's a gorgeous glow about every pregnant woman, even if she doesn't know it.  I hope that even one small tip next week may help a mama-to-be out there feel more confident and beautiful!

Here is a preview of the topics I will cover next week:  The Sweet Secret, The Blossoming Baby Bump, The Beautiful Baby Bump, Mama & Baby, Mama with the Most, and Forever Beautiful.  These are the distinct phases I went through as my body changed.  I will also cover packing for the hospital & other mama essentials.

Sweet Pregnancy Style by sweetonstyle featuring a vintage black dress