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Stripy Dresses & WIWT

Okay so today I'm starting to look at something I consider my wardrobe to be lacking!  Yes it's true I have a dress sized hole!!!  Okay so I know I have dresses but last year's glorious summer taught me that I could actually do with a few more & seeing as we're currently enjoying a glorious spell it's got me thinking that there's nothing easier than just reaching for a dress & throwing it on.  Great for teaming with some simple sandals or wedges if you want a heel & for a morning while we're waiting for the temperatures to rise great for wearing under a denim jacket too.  

Now we all love a breton stripe or two so where better to start on the dress hunt than with striped dresses & there's some real beauts around at the moment.  So without further ado I'm going in & the hubby has already got that nervous twitch ;-)

So first up is this stunning striped jersey dress from Mint Velvet.  A real classic that you just know you'll be able to bring out year after year & is never going to date.  This would look stunning teamed with some tan flats & either a denim jacket or casual styled classic blazer.  Or for those of you that have embraced the trend some leopard print skater shoes, as after all who doesn't love leopard print & stripes when teamed together.  






Next up is this simple striped dress from Zara.  Now I know from the picture this looks a little on the short side but I'm guessing they're using a super tall model & that on us mere mortals the dress would actually seem a little more on the decent side!!!






This next Zara dress I 'may' have ordered & is a prime example of not being put off by the length on the model as I can vouch that this dress does fall slightly longer on me & I'm 5'7".  Yes it's still relatively short but not (or at least I hope it's not) indecently or age inappropriately so!!!  I love the extra detailing on this dress with the navy panelling down the sides & the gold buttons across the shoulders.  Plus it's a great thick material meaning I'm not going to have to worry about it becoming see-through in the sun.






Another classic is this striped ponte dress from Mango, which looks a great length for anyone looking for something a little longer & the cap sleeves are just perfect for covering the tops of the arms PLUS it has pockets too!!!  What more could you want?!!!






Moving onto maxi dresses now & I love the look of this one from Next, not your traditional striped dress in terms of pattern but a great dress not only for summer holidays but also for layering with a denim jacket on our cooler days.






I'm especially loving the look of the dress in pink......in fact I may just have to investigate further ;-)






I'm also loving the look of this halter neck striped dress also from Next, but personally I think it would look better without the Angelina pose!!!






Totally love the colours with this next dress & the coral teamed with navy.  A great dress for work as well as play.






Back to shorter dresses now & for the money this one from Pull & Bear looks fab & would make a great beach to bar kind of dress for anyone wanting to rock a stripe while on holiday.






Moving onto ASOS now & I really love this wide striped dress, in particular the neckline, which I reckon would be extremely flattering.






If you're looking for more of a smarter dress then I don't think you'll find a better version than this structured shift dress.  Which could so easily be worn for the office with a classic blazer - navy, red or yellow would all look stunning not to mention cream.  But could also be dressed down with some metallic pumps for a more casual vibe too.






Totally loving this wrap front maxi from ASOS.  I'm a real sucker for cross over tops as I think they can be hugely flattering & how stunning does the dress look when teamed with yellow sandals?!






If however, you fancy a strapless dress then this classic bandeau Jack Wills one should be perfect.  I'd quite like to see it teamed with either a leopard print or coloured belt to add a bit more interest.






Finally I'm also loving this maxi dress from Boden, again a great classic that will last you years.  My only problem is that I love the navy & white classic combo as well as the red & navy version too!!










Finally here's what I'm wearing today.....well until I can do some horizontal sun worshipping that is but I thought I wouldn't put you off your Sunday lunch & share that outfit with you!!!!




Jacket - Mango
T-Shirt - Zara
Trousers - Zara
Ballet Pumps - Zara


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Jacket - Mango £49.99
T-Shirt - Zara £17.99
Trousers - Mango £29.99
Ballet Pumps - Wallis £22


So are you a lover of a striped dress or two?!!!  Perhaps like me you have a striped dress hole in your wardrobe?  If so I'd love to hear if there's any here that have taken you fancy.  Personally I'm thinking that striped dresses are a little like breton tops - in that you can never ever have enough in your wardrobe (note the husband's twitch has now developed to a full on jerk after I declared these words of wisdom, think I better end there!!!!).

Have a great day, enjoy the sunshine & the rest of the weekend & I'll see you in the morning.

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18 comments

  1. My obsession for anything striped is getting out of hand!

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    1. Lol Fiona I know what you mean!!!
      Jane xx

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    2. Mine too! I love so many of these dresses.

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    3. You can't beat a stripe or two Athena ;-) Well that's my new motto anyway!!
      Jane xx

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  2. So many striped tops, no dresses! Love the Mint Velvet one! X

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    1. Sharron can't believe you haven't got a striped dress or two!!! And yes I love the Mint Velvet one, just perfect for throwing on & teaming with a bright cross body bag & denim jacket would the weather not be as great as today!!
      Jane xx

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    1. It's gorgeous isn't it Sarah. Are you tempted?!!!
      Jane xx

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  4. Love the Next halterneck Jane and those two ASOS mini dresses are beauties! I need no further encouragement either for dresses or stripes! Hope you've had a great Sunday - love your combats x

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    1. Thanks Keri-Lou yes a fab day if only the weather could be this glorious every Sunday!!! I would honestly love one of each of the dresses I've featured for summer!!
      Hope you've had a fab day too.
      Jane xx

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  5. I love a stripe, it just seems perfect for the English summer! Somehow, I don't have a stripe dress either? Some good picks here, really love the pull and bear one, and a great price too! xx

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    1. Yes I couldn't believe the price of the Pull & Bear one either & love the slouchy design. I think before the end of the summer the contents of my wardrobe might end up looking as if I've got a stripe addiction!!!
      Jane xx

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  6. To be honest I thought I had most dresses sorted in my wardrobe - now I seem to be missing something ...off to investigate further!!

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    1. Lol Amanda...happy stripy dress shopping ;-)
      Jane xx

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  7. I may have already participated in a stripe dress purchase or 2 already this season!! I have the little Pull & Bear number and it got it's first outing last week....it is so easy to wear!! Fab selection here Jane....very tempted again!! xx

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    1. Ooh can't wait to see the Pull & Bear dress on your Michelle, I think I'm going to end up with more than one striped dress in my wardrobe too lol!!!
      Jane xx

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  8. I really want a stripey tee shirt dress & there was a fab one in Topshop a couple of years ago that I'm still kicking myself for not buying! xx

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    1. Oh no don't you just hate that Andrea as if you're anything like me you'll be looking for something exactly the same style but not be able to find it!!!! Happy shopping :-)
      Jane xx

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