If you invest in only one piece for spring, this should be it. It’s the iconic dress style you saw all over Instagram last year – and it’s back!
Each year, during each season, there seems to be at least one piece of clothing that becomes incredibly popular. It might be a style of top, a printed skirt, or even an accessory. Spring of 2018 brought the plunging, buttoned midi dress that made every girl swoon. It was romantic and feminine, flattering, and had a somewhat-European vibe. This dress was everywhere. I wasn’t surprised at all to find that the same style is back again for 2019!
Interesting enough, I actually attempted to purchase this iconic dress towards the end of last spring, but the wrong size arrived, and then I assumed it would go out of style, so I never attempted to exchange it. However, when I noticed it back in action again this year, I knew I had to have it. Chicwish came to the rescue (as always) by carrying this piece in the most beautiful shade of robin’s egg blue. I requested it immediately, and I’m pleased to say that it’s just as phenomenal as I hoped.
Outfit Details
dress c/o Chicwish | shoes | Wigs from Niawigs
This dress is perfect for numerous occasions.
My first thought was to wear it on Easter Sunday (*paired with a camisole beneath, of course). It would also be ideal for a picnic date, Saturday brunch, or in my case: happy hour on the lawn at my favorite art museum! Not only is it gorgeous in light blue, but it’s also available in a feminine peach shade! This dress is 100% cotton, so it’s incredibly breathable and ideal for wearing into the heat of summer. The buttons are real, so you could even undo it from the hem to the waistline and wear shorts beneath for a unique, festival-style appeal. It’s unlined, but I didn’t find it to be sheer. Unless you find yourself able to go braless or have a plunging bra handy, I suggest either stickies or petals up top (however, the pulled pleating at the bodice does make it easier if you do want to leave the “coverage” behind).
I practically blushed myself into a tomato when my friend mentioned that the combination of this dress plus the background from The Blackburn Inn gave off some serious Allie from The Notebook vibes. I certainly see how she noticed that! So, if you’re looking for a segue into the perfect summer romance, this dress may be just right for you! 😉
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What a gorgeous dress!! The color is beautiful on you and it’s so perfect for spring!
This is super cute and looks great on you. I really like that it has the low neckline to kind of off-set the more modest/old fashioned feel of the dress. I would love to see how it looks on me but I’d have to find somewhere I could try it on.
I love this dress, I have a similar one in black. This color is so pretty!
XOXO
Cathy
I really love that dress! The color is great for spring and summer! I have tried a few similar styles on but I haven’t really found one I like yet… I’m still hunting though!
I love the style and fit of this dress perfect for the spring weather and easter & passover! I especially love the tie details on the sleeve – so pretty!
xoxo Sarah
I love this dress. So light and flowy!
Such a beautiful color on you. It’s the perfect dress for spring!
I missed this style last year and I don’t know how. It’s stunning!
This is super cute and looks great on you. I really like that it has the low neckline to kind of off-set the more modest/old fashioned feel of the dress. I would love to see how it looks on me but I’d have to find somewhere I could try it on.
I really love that dress! The color is great for spring and summer! I have tried a few similar styles on but I haven’t really found one I like yet… I’m still hunting though!
Such a beautiful color on you. It’s the perfect dress for spring!
I missed this style last year and I don’t know how. It’s stunning!
This is SO pretty. My first thought was it looks like The Notebook! Then I read that you thought that too. 🙂 Totally nailed this shoot!
I have never worn a dress that looked anything like this dress – both in style AND colour – but it DOES look really comfortable! As I am quite short, I’ve never worn long dresses as I worry they make me look even shorter, but there’s no denying how beautiful they are. Plus, it must be nice to not have to worry about them coming up too high! 😂
You look so pretty! That dress is such a beautiful blue. I’ll have to check it out. XO
This is such a gorgeous dress and the length is perfect!! I love the color and so cute for Spring!!
Kileen
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all of the spring vibes for sure!!!
xx rebecca // thecrystalpress.com
I love the style. The color. And the length. I need it. You look amazing in it.
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Oh wow, that dress is perfect for the season! The color is beautiful and it looks like it was made to be worn by you!
This is one of my ALL time favorite dress styles and of course you look amazing.
You look so pretty in that dress! I love how timeless it is!
I love this dress! The style is perfect but I’m loving the color! Such a great dress for Spring!
This dress style and color looks amazing on you! Such a gorgeous piece for the spring (and all of the events – Easter, graduations, showers!).
Rachel
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I love this dress, it’s gorgeous. I don’t think I could pull it off. This style always makes me look preggo. I look better in form fitting dresses. But honestly, if I like it, maybe I shouldn’t care about that so much…. 🙂
all of the spring vibes for sure!!!
xx rebecca // thecrystalpress.com
I love the style. The color. And the length. I need it. You look amazing in it.
❥ tanvii.com
What a perfect summer dress and it looks great on you! You really could wear that so many places.
Oh wow, that dress is perfect for the season! The color is beautiful and it looks like it was made to be worn by you!
This is one of my ALL time favorite dress styles and of course you look amazing.
I love this dress, it’s gorgeous. I don’t think I could pull it off. This style always makes me look preggo. I look better in form fitting dresses. But honestly, if I like it, maybe I shouldn’t care about that so much…. 🙂
That dress is a great shade of blue!!! I may need to add it to my closet.
I own this same dress in pink and I love it!! It’s the perfect dress to travel in, go to a family party, graduation party, etc. It is so versatile and flattering!
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Such an adorable dress!! I soooo want it 🙂
I love this remake of the original Free People design! Such a pretty color, too! Right up my alley 🙂
xx, Danielle
Such an adorable dress!! I soooo want it 🙂
That dress is so cute! I love the button details. Definitely adding this one to my wardrobe!
Told you on Instagram but telling you again here…I LOVE this color on you! It looks so beautiful against your skin and with your hair. Love, love, love it!
xo Laura Leigh
Louella Reese
Oh my gosh this dress is stunning on you! I love everything about it – the color, the sexy neckline, & the feminine romantic side of it! Beautiful. You styled it perfectly too. 🙂
This is such a gorgeous color on you!
I absolutely love this dress on you!!! Def Allie vibes from the Notebook. I had been eyeing a dress very similar to this but wasn’t sure how it would fit up top. Looks so dang comfy though!
This dress is so pretty. I love the button details and color.
Xx, Nailil
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Cinderella, is that you? Helllo gorgeous!
Okay yes this dress is perfect and yes I need it!!!
This dress is so pretty! I am loving the color though, it’s my favorite color!
Okay yes this dress is perfect and yes I need it!!!
This dress is perfect on you! I think it would flatter any body type, so now I feel like I need it too!
I love this dress, I have a similar one in black. This color is so pretty!
XOXO
Cathy
I love this dress. So light and flowy!
I love the style and fit of this dress perfect for the spring weather and easter & passover! I especially love the tie details on the sleeve – so pretty!
xoxo Sarah
This is SO pretty. My first thought was it looks like The Notebook! Then I read that you thought that too. 🙂 Totally nailed this shoot!