I often have to go into work environments where business attire is required, so a lot of pieces in my closet are pretty much suit separates. But let's face it, business attire is not really super duper comfy - and I haaaaaaaaaate being uncomfortable - so I've been real happy that ponte knits in more business-y cuts have been gaining popularity with retailers these past few seasons.
So this dress from Lands' End is right up my alley. It's stretchy and soft, thick enough so that I don't have to worry about what kind of underthings I'm wearing, plus it's got a cool tweed-y print without being actual tweed (ew, itchy, thick ...) And I knew the fit would work for me since I already own the keyhole version in black and teal. And I also own about 2,367 other knit dresses from Lands' End because - hello, comfortable!
Dress: Lands' End sleeveless ponte sheath (same in floral prints or solid hues)
Top: F21 (worn before - sim, long-sleeved)
Bracelet: J.Crew hammered double cuff (sold out though - sim, sim for less than $10)
Earrings: J.Crew (sim, sim)
Shoes: Pour La Victoire mai (worn before - sim flats, stiletto)
Bag: Zac Posen eartha soft (worn before - same with pewter hardware, in merlot, colorblock)
* I received a gift card from Lands' End to check out items from their fall collection but selected this dress myself. If you've been reading my blog, you know I'm a years-long LE fan, so I was thrilled at the opportunity to work with them.
You look gorgeous, I absolutely LOVE the top you popped underneath! XO -Kim
ReplyDeletewww.thethirtysomethinglife.com
Thanks so much - I'm flattered by the fit of this dress on me!
DeleteSuper neat that it's a tweed print instead of a traditional tweed fabric. Like you said, the look of tweed without the heft and itch! And I just adore the top you have layered underneath with the bejeweled collar. I love that you always bring a bit of surprise glamour to your work looks!
ReplyDelete<3 Liz
www.withwonderandwhimsy.com
Thanks so much, girl - and I like the tweed print vs actual tweed myself!
DeleteI've recently rediscovered Lands End. For years I considered them dumpy, middle-age clothes, but now I'm middle-age and don't find them dumpy. And you are much younger, so that's double affirmation!
ReplyDeleteI used to feel the same way about LE - my parents bought clothes there, not me - but they've been getting better and better these past few years. I wouldn't consider them the go-to place for super on-trend pieces, but they've got great basic and very wearable styles, IMO.
DeleteThis dress looks amazing on you! I have not checked out Lands End in forever and this dress is really tempting me.
ReplyDeleteAlice
www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see your Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
Most of my knit dresses and gingham shirts are from there, hehe. They're definitely not super-trendy or anything, but they've got great stylish pieces for work and play.
DeleteI like how it's tweed-printed and not actual tweed! Love the collar on your shirt too!
ReplyDeleteMe too - thanks much!
DeleteWoot, three cheers for Lands' End! I have also been a long-time collector of Lands' End items, including coats (the best) and easy-to-wear dresses and skirts. LOVE LOVE LOVE that the pattern is tweed without it actually being tweed.
ReplyDeleteMy fave big puffy winter coat is from LE and I have a ton of their knit dresses. They do knits so well. And yay to another LE fan!
DeleteMy gosh, this whole ensemble! (also, note to self, get thee to Lands' End!!) gorgeously put together. I particularly love the detail in the collar!
ReplyDeleteThanks much, girl!
Delete