Feminine Florals

Confession: I don’t think I’ve ever shopped at New York & Company before. But when I take the subway to work, I walk by the NY&Co windows between the subway stop and my office. When I saw this dress on the mannequin a few weeks ago, I stopped dead in my tracks. I instantly started reminiscing about this Red Valentino trench from last Spring that I was OBSESSED with. The amount of times that I tried that jacket on at Nordstrom on Michigan Ave. was a bit ridic. I OBVI couldn’t (and can’t) afford to spend $1200 on a trench, but I was head over heels for that drifting floral print. So spotting this dress in an almost identical print, yeah, I just about died!

The store wasn’t open yet, so naturally, I got on my phone to see if the dress was available online. Negative. I had to wait until after work and it was basically meant to be… one dress left, in my size (Well, it was a size bigger, but I made it work!), and everything in the store was 50% off. So yes, I got this beauty for a mere $35. I could hardly contain my excitement!

Which is probably why I was twirling through Madison Square Park when I first wore it… ๐Ÿ˜‰

New York & Company Dress (similar on sale!) / ASOS Belt (similar with a bow) / Report Bow Flats via DSW / gifted BCBG Sunglasses / J.Crew Bracelet / Sequin Bangle

(PS- new Red Valentino version here: jacket / dress)

Photos:ย Hallie Wilson

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  1. 4.24.13
    Rachelle said:

    Love that dress, I usually don’t go to that store either. But this dress is perfect.

    xo
    http://pinksole.com

  2. 4.24.13
    Lauren said:

    Love that you paired that mint belt with it. I think it really livens it up and makes it look like a more expensive outfit.

  3. 4.24.13
    Kimberly said:

    Yay – we are twins today! Love the floral print and the bow detail on those shoes is too cute! ๐Ÿ™‚

    http://www.pennypincherfashion.com

  4. 4.24.13
    christin said:

    it was fate!

  5. 4.24.13
    Chris said:

    Looks fantastic on you… I can see why you were instantly drawn to it!

  6. 4.24.13

    That’s such a cute spring dress!

    http://www.preppypanache.com

  7. 4.24.13
    Annick said:

    I love it! I love drifting florals as well! And the dress fits you perfectly despite being a size too big! Love your sunnies as well!

    Bold Subtlety

  8. 4.24.13
    stephanie said:

    such a cute outfit!
    xx Stephanie (www.stephaniesstyleblog.blogspot.com)

  9. 4.24.13
    Kasey said:

    You’re by my office now (in those pics)!
    Love the dress.

  10. 4.24.13
    Emily said:

    I love when things like that happen! Great findโ€”this dress looks so cute on you!

    http://flyover-fashion.com/

  11. 4.24.13
    Sam said:

    Meant to be! Love that dress on you. Perfect for spring!

  12. 4.24.13
    Rachel said:

    In love with this dress! I saw a similar one by Lauren Conrad for Kohls and fell in love.

  13. 4.24.13

    Very cute! Can’t wait to break out my floral dresses too!

  14. 4.24.13
    Chelsea said:

    I have really been loving all the florals lately, and this is by far my favorite! I may have to stop off at NY&Co this evening, because this dress would be perfect for a wedding I’m going to this weekend ๐Ÿ™‚

  15. 4.24.13
    Lacey White said:

    This dress is GORGEOUS!!!! I love floral dresses right now. Too bad they don’t have it online though! That’s where I do the majority of my shopping.

  16. 4.24.13
    Kodi said:

    I’ve found NY&Company to be hit and miss most often, but I’ve got a great maxi dress from there that I wear all the time. Convenient that you walk past it on your way to work, if there’s something awesome to be found, you’ll see it! This dress is super cute.
    -Kodi
    grey et al

  17. 4.24.13
    Megan said:

    That dress is adorable! Love it paired with that mint colored belt.

    Megan
    budgetfashion101.blogspot.ca

  18. 4.24.13
    Kayla said:

    Never a better moment than when a dress or shoes is meant to be!

    Memoirs & Mochas

  19. 4.24.13
    Meg said:

    The minty belt really adds some pizzaz to the outfit. Super cute!

    http://happinessiscreating.com/

  20. 4.24.13
    Kayla said:

    This is so super cute! I love the bow on the back of your flats! : )

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

  21. 4.24.13
    Olivia said:

    I haven’t been there in years, but judging by this dress I might have to stop back in! Your ASOS belt matches perfectly with the green in your dress. Gorgeous!

  22. 4.24.13
    anngelik said:

    I am loving your dress! Not too long ago I was considering buying a dress similar to this one, but for some reason it did not fit me by my shoulders. Super sad that day.

    -Vogue&Heels
    http://www.vogueandheels.com

  23. 4.24.13
    Agi said:

    Loving this dress. I totally voted/liked!! Good luck.

    Don’t forget to link up tomorrow and to enter my Stella & Dot giveaway.

    Agi:)

    vodkainfusedlemonade.com

  24. 4.24.13
    Chelsea said:

    I love, love, love this dress Jessica. I adore how the flowers are more concentrated in the middle and gently fade away! The belt is the perfect touch.

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

  25. 4.24.13
    Jennifer said:

    I love that dress!

  26. 4.24.13
    Nikki said:

    Love that dress! Don’t you just love when things are obviously meant to be? It is fashion fate!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

  27. 4.24.13
    Lindsey said:

    You are just too precious. Loving those flats!!! Can’t believe they are from DSW. Look just like the Carven bow flats! #needthem
    xo,
    Lindsey

    http://www.caviartaste.com

  28. 4.24.13

    Such a sweet dress and the belt really adds a lot! Gorgeous!

    Blessings!
    Star
    http://www.beautyandbows.com/

  29. 4.24.13
    michelle said:

    there used to be one in my mall but now it’s gone. ps i went and liked all of your photos! i wish i could like your new york fucking city one like 18 times.

  30. 4.24.13
    Stacey said:

    You are just posting so many perfect girly outfits right now, I am in love!

    xoxo
    Stacey

    Five Minute Styleย 

  31. 4.24.13
    Kayleigh said:

    I am loving all the floral prints this spring! This dress is adorable!

    http://notesofinspires.wordpress.com

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  33. 4.24.13
    Sarah said:

    This dress is stunning! You have to love finding something so perfect!

    The Purse Snatcher

  34. 4.24.13
    Sabrina said:

    Love the dress, it doesn’t even look like it’s a size bigger, the belt really made it work and matches it perfectly!!
    xo
    http://polkadottedpearl.com

  35. 4.24.13
    Shira said:

    Such a beautiful dress and love the mint accents!

  36. 4.25.13

    I love how you paired the mint belt with it, really polished off the look! very cute

    Jacqueline
    http://www.purelypeanut.com

  37. 4.25.13

    What a gorgeous dress! I just LOVE your blog! You’re always such a vision of femininity and class. Beautiful look…and I want those flats!

    XOXO

  38. 4.25.13

    I absolutely love this dress! New York & Company was my go-to in college. Surprisingly great stuff and inexpensive!

  39. 4.25.13
    Andrea said:

    Beautiful dress and I love the way you styled it…from the belt, the the jewelry, to your nails…PERFECT!

    xoxo,
    Andrea

    http://www.andreaeveryday.com

  40. 4.26.13
    Natalie said:

    I’m so glad you were able to pick it up because it’s really lovely!