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It’s Derby week! And after sharing a variety of cute looks this year that are perfect for Derby or Oaks Day, I want to share a more laidback way to dress for Derby. Every year, Vineyard Vines releases a collection of Kentucky Derby gear that perfectly fits the Southern style and fun spirit of Derby. Snagging this year’s Shep Shirt was a no-brainer since I love being able to throw on a quarter zip this time of year.
I love a good deal and this outfit is just that! {Y’all my polka dot dress was only $1.25! I know!} Work wear often gets a reputation of being boring or stuffy. And the truth is, it doesn’t have to be. In this post, I’m sharing a work wear dress that’s easy to recreate around this polka dot dress. Don’t have a polka dot dress? Just pull out your trusty shift dress.
Hey guys! You may have noticed that I missed yesterday’s post — that post is coming at you on Saturday now. But today, I’m sharing a floral lace up top that’s just right for spring.
Y’all no lies told in this space — I’m still recovering from this weekend! Luckily, I’ve had this Derby look sitting in my drafts for a few weeks now. While traditionally women wear dressed for Derby and Oaks, today I’m sharing the cutest printed blue jumpsuit.
Friday and Saturday, I volunteered at the Authors in the Bluegrass event in Lexington. Trashy romance novels are by far my biggest “guilty” pleasure, so getting to meet some of the authors I love to read and chat with many more was an awesome experience. Keep reading for more of my latest Derby look as well as a really cool view of an empty Commonwealth Stadium.
Without fail each April, I’m in a Derby state of mind. {Don’t believe me? Check out this year’s Derby posts: x, x, x, x, x, and x.} But today, I’m in a Darling State of Mind, thanks to this gorgeous neon derby dress.
