I showcased a dress perfect for the office on Tuesday and today we’re dipping into the casual with this ALALA dress. You guys know my style comes with a little athleisure (exhibits A, , and C), and this black number is so easy. It works well with sneakers, but would also play nice with summer sandals. I love the racer back and mesh cutouts; elements that elevate this dress above your standard LBD. I added a pair of mega hoops, some killer new red Ray-Bans (from my friends at DITTO; details on how to score this pair for free below), and a high ponytail for a cool + casual outfit.
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This ALALA dress is going to be a go-to this summer, but also come fall with a denim/leather jacket over the top. The longer length means I can stretch it well into a cooler season, which I love.
Speaking of love: I love sunglasses and Ray-Ban is my go-to brand. I spotted these red + mirrored aviators via DITTO and had to have ’em. DITTO is a great way to try-before-you-buy when it comes to designer sunglasses (and eyeglasses). For only $24 a month, you can try on unlimited pairs with no obligation to buy. If you fall in love with a pair, you can purchase them at a discount. I have a feeling these red aviators are staying with me. 😉 Bonus: you can score your first month of DITTO free with code: LESTYLOROUGE. Go get yourself kitted out for the summer sunshine!
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Love your whole look! Great styling!
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Thanks, Rachel! This dress makes it easy. 🙂
So cute! I love the mesh cutouts! And it looks so good with your Nikes! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
Thanks, lady! I love these Nike’s- SO comfy and the style factor is there.
Love the sides of the dress and well, anything paired with fun sneakers is awesome.
The mesh cutouts were a definite It Factor for me, too! Thanks, lady!
That’s a great sporty dress – and it looks so comfy…bonus!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Totally comfy- feels like pajamas! 🙂
I love the mix of this look with the dress and sneaks! You pull it off well!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Thanks, lady! 🙂
Those sunglasses are amazing! Thanks for sharing all the info about them!
xo Helen @ http://www.kaleidoscopespinning.com
Thanks, Helen!
What a great athleisure dress! And I adore your slightly messy hair and the Nike sneakers with this outfit!
Abby | Life in the Fash Lane
Messy hair all summer long, haha. 🙂 Thanks for swinging by!
Cute outfit! I always love a good maxi dress!
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
Yes ma’am!
Love this athleisure dress, it looks SO comfortable! And those mesh cutouts are so fun. The high ponytail is the perfect accessory for this look! Have a great weekend!
xo, Rachel
A Blonde’s Moment
It really is a cozy dress- and the sneakers are, too! 🙂 Thanks, Rachel!
perfect athleisure look, so cute!
xo
PinkSole
Thanks so much, lady! Have a great weekend!
Such a cool casual look Ashley! I love the mesh details on that dress! And those sunnies are amazing!
xMC
http://mc2squared.blogspot.com
I’m obsessed with Ray-Bans, always. Thanks for stopping by, lady!
Such a relaxed athleisure look. Love the maxi.
Thanks, Ada! Hope you have a great weekend!
I can see why you love this dress so much! So cute!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
Thanks, ladies! Happy weekend!
This is such a great laid back look. Love the dress paired with the sneakers. Gemma x
http://www.jacquardflower.uk
Thanks, lady!
You make sneakers and maxi dresses so cute! Never thought those two would make a great combo, but you are killing it in this outfit!
http://www.rdsobsessions.com
I’m all about sneakers with everything these days. 🙂 Happy Friday, lady!
I adore this look!! Athleisure at it’s best, well done!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Thank you, Tamara! Happy Friday!
Love a good LBD for summer and lovely contrast to the nike shoes! Minimalistic and chic! Xx
http://www.thefashionfolks.com/blog/new-beauty-routines/
Thanks, babe!
what a lovely post my dear
your style is so amazing and inspiring
simply love it!
lovely 🙂
with love your AMELY ROSE
Thank you!
I love the athlesiure trend! Looks amazing on you.
Xx
Molly
http://www.trendychickadee.com
Thanks so much, Molly!
This is such a cute look! Love the mesh cutouts on your dress!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Thanks, Jill!
Girl, you are rocking that athleisure! Love the cutouts in your dress!
xx
An Unblurred Lady
Love this cool maxi! The back and side details are great and loving these sunnies from Ditto!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
That dress is so cute and looks all kinds of comfy. I think I could live in a dress like that this summer!
DITTO sounds amazing! Love the mesh side panels in this dress too!
-M
Violet Roots || Instagram || Twitter
Alala is seriously one of my favorite barre brands. I just love the feel of their fabrics!
This is such a cool outfit! I love how is casual and comfy, but also a bit elegant 🙂
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That is such a great dress! Love the athletic vibe of this whole outfit!
I love the sides of this dress, it really takes it from a classic black dress to something special!
Loving those Ray Bans, those coloured lenses are fab! xx
http://www.thatnewdress.com
Great dress! It will be so versatile this summer, and I love it with sneakers. Isn’t ditto the best?!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
so comfy yet cute!
xx Sam |The Heart of the House
A nice sporty and comfortable and casual way to wear a black maxi dress! 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
I’m obsessed with athleisure, and this dress is amazing on you!
xo,
Angela
Loving this sporty chic look! Such a babe!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Love the Nike’s! I want!
Briana
http://beyoutifulbrunette.blogspot.com/
Love, LOVE this sporty look! And your high-pony, you look so cute!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
I am really liking those kicks I think my next pair of sneakers may be black.
Allie of
http://www.allienyc.com
Super cool dress and I just love the mesh cutout feature! I enjoy seeing athleisure looks and finding inspiration. I will throw my Converse on with anything, but am interested in incorporating more of my true athletic shoes into the mix, too.
Definitely a great dress to throw on when you want to be dressy but comfy! xo, Biana
Beautiful Ash,
you are so chic.
I love this dress
kisses
Maggie Dallospedale Fashion diary – Fashion blog
Muito linda e estilosa *-*
http://www.blahoestraich.com.br
So pretty! Thanks for sharing & Happy Friday! 🙂
xx Ohiamiht Blog
Nice outfit! I like the dress
http://style-spiral.blogspot.co.uk/
sporty with an edge! love it! 😀
Have a great day!
Animated Confessions
Great combo!! That dress is just perfect!
Adi xx
http://www.fancycorrectitude.com
Cool and relaxed look, lady.
xoxo
Ramona
http://ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie
This dress looks super comfy love how you paired it with your shoes.
Beautetude
simpy chic. love it
http://carrieslifestyle.com
This is a lovely and comfortable dress to wear while running errands. I love the red mirrored RayBan sunglasses! I love anything mirrored at the moment! 🙂
Yiota
PinkDaisyLoves
I love this long white dress. very beautiful
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