There are school buses chugging around my neighborhood and “Back to School” banners everywhere– a sure sign fall weather will be here before we know it. So get your little white dresses in while you can, ladies, because summer is winding down.
Not that I’m opposed to bending that “no white after Labor Day” rule, but the short white cocktail dresses in summer-weight fabrics should likely take a backseat to heavier, more seasonably-appropriate winter white once the fall settles in.
With that in mind, I wore this HYPR number last week. I bought it at the start of summer at The Garment District and then somehow completely neglected to wear it. (Do you do this? Buy something and then not wear it for months?) Silly, because this dress is beyond cute. A classic cut with updated details like perforated material and a subtle mesh panel to make it feel more modern.
I’m off on vacation… Yes, praise it, preach it, finally! The blog will be up and running while I’m away, but I’ll likely be super slow on returning comments. Blogger pals, forgive me, and trust that I’ll catch up when I’m back in action after Labor Day. In the meantime, follow my adventures on Instagram.
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u look fab in total white!
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I also have quite a few clothes that I’ve forgotten about. This dress is so cute and looks great on you! I’m so glad you rediscovered it. Have a great time on vacation! It is well deserved.
Nicole
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Loving this look!
You look gorgeous and so chic here! Like the lawyers in Suits! (Oh my God, do you watch that show? It’s my favorite!)
Another awesome outfit! You seriously have the best style. Love this!
Aviators were made for your face- you look so cool in them!
You look awesome! Love this outfit on you.
_K
LOVE the white dresses they are the new little black dress 🙂
-A
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Gorgeous!
You are so classy!!!!
Kisses doll!!!
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I totally buy things and then wear them almost a season later!:) That dress is really pretty and you look great in white! Have a great vacation!
Gorgeous, Ashley! Love, love those heels!
Shannon
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I love how simple (in a good way) and chic this outfit is. That dress is beautiful on you. And I love how you accessorized the look! Fabulous!
Lauren xo
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Love a LWD! So gorgeous on you. And I totally buy things and forget to wear them… Fashion problems. Have so much fun on your vacay friend!
Nikki
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Have the best vacation!!! And, yes, I do the exact same thing… the other day I realized I had this amazing beach pull over that I bought last April and forgot about. Going to try and sneak another beach trip in before the white days are gone, lol. ENJOY!
You look gorgeous in white! So pretty. Your hair, your smile, the shoes- everything is awesome! 😀
Lovely dress, you look fab.=)
I did the exact same thing! I realized I haven’t worn these adorable white embroidered shorts & I freaked, then instantly changed. lol. Chic, subtle detailing on the dress! 😀
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Another killer summer outfit, babe! You look gorgeous!
Great!
You look amazing in a white dress. Perfect summer look! xo akiko
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Lovely dress, It’s very chic!
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Ok KILLING it in the white girlfriend!! I absolutely love this look on you–have a fabulous vaca 🙂
Tori
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i totally do that too, especially when it is a “special” item and i keep waiting for the absolute perfect time make the debut!
have so much fun on vacation!
xo mk
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LOVE this dress on you!! I hope you have an amazing vacation!
xo,
Angela
Looking awesome, as usual!
Hope you have a great vacation! Headed anywhere tropical?
Great outfit, Ash! I love you in white- so fresh! Your hair is gorgeous all blown out and sleek- you’re so lucky you can wear it both wavy and beachy and smooth! 🙂
Beautiful!
You look gorgeous as always!
I love this LWD! It looks so good on you!
I love the style of that dress! Have a great vacation!
xx Lexi, Glitter, Inc.
Looking so chic, Ash!
Hope you have an awesome vacation!
i am desperately trying to wear everything i haven’t gotten to yet this summer — seriously, this season is SO short. this dress is really fresh and pretty! i can see you layering it up and wearing it as a fall or winter white too.
xo,
gabby
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I’ve got to say this is a great fitting dress. I have a “thing” for white, just love it.
wow that white dress is simply amazing
xxx
mari
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You look great in all white! Love the white and nude combo
Cha Cha The Fashion Genius
Girl, those shoes are to die for! Enjoy vacation!
love your dress! super sleek!
irene
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I’m constantly wearing white after labor day, oops! Quite honestly I think some of my white dresses look really good contrasted with a set of black tights and a black leather jacket, and that’s way too many layers in the summer! But your right, there are certain dresses you just can’t get away with in the late fall. You look lovely, so you’ll have to get lots of wear time in before it turns cold!
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Love this LWD! Such a great style on you!
xo,
Jacqueline
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so cute
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I am such a huge fan of this white ensemble. You look great!!
Xo,
Shirley
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Yes, I have done this, and love how this looks like two separates. Or is it separates. Either way, very cool.
Allie of ALLIE NYC
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Such a simple and beautiful dress, love the texture of it! 😉 xo
Ashley, you look stunning!!!
Please, dear weather, give us some ore sunny days…
xoxo from Italy
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Cute outfit.
Beautiful dress!
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Loveeeeee the dress ! wow !!
Well you look amazing in all white, have fun on your vacay!!!
xo
PinkSole
Nice dress!
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