Taking an 80’s style graphic dress for a spring spin.
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I’ve been intentional about not diving into sandals too quickly and instead making a conscious effort to wear my tall boots into spring. They’re a nice contrast against short dresses and pull double duty to keep the legs warm on those cooler April days. Today’s combo is this oversized graphic dress and a pair of classic block heel black boots.
I was immediately drawn to the vibrant print of this shirt dressβ it felt super 80s and reminded me of the apartment in Three Men and a Baby. Already an oversized fit, I bought it a size up to really maximize the slouch. The 80s was all about volume, after all. What makes this graphic dress even more of a find? It’s under $20.
I wanted to anchor this dress in an in-between season, so I played up the black elements. Tall black boots with a bit of structured slouch were the perfect shoe choice to achieve this. I added a sassy black bag (you can get the exact one here in gray or even bright blue) with a tough chain feature to further drive this point home.
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More ways to wear this graphic dress? Open over a pair of cutoff shorts and a fitted tank or as the coolest swimsuit coverup you ever did see.Β It’s lightweight, which means it’ll stay super breezy even as spring turns into summer. Roll up the sleeves with a few loose cuffs and tie the hem up around the waist, turning this dress into a super voluminous blouse.
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Such a fun dress! You styled it perfectly. Have a great day!
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Thank you, Nina!
I think you made the right decision to size up. Love the fit and print!
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How fun is this print?! I’ve been wearing some of my boots more into spring as well. Always perfect for dresses <3
Definitely helps keep the legs warm on those cool spring days!
Love this dress and how you styled it, you look beautiful! <3
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Thank you, Jelena!
Such a fun outfit!! Love it with the boots so much! Come link it up this Friday on my blog- it’s so good:)
Thanks so much, Lucy!
What a fun arty dress. I love how you styled it with those high boots! The bag is also very cuteeeee.
You look fantastic.
Isn’t the bag fun? I love the Union Jack stitched into the leather- such a cool touch!
Weeeew a piece of beauty this outfit, and the boots very nice
Thank you!
I just love this look Ashley. I kept making myself wear boots as long as I could too, but now that it’s in the 90s, I had to pull out the sandals.
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Jodie
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Oh yeah- once you get in the 90s, it’s sandals all the way!
That dress is a crazy good deal! It looks so good with those boots!
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Oh wow! This print is stunning! Love all the fun colors and of course, the fit. Perf!!
Shauna
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It’s so floaty and voluminous- perfect when it gets hot outside!
Now, that is a fun dress, Ashley! And, the boots make it even better! But, and I know I’ve said it before, the best part is your smile!!! You have the greatest dimples!
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You are too kind, Marsha!
I love dresses with boots for spring, and this print is SO much fun! Such a great spring statement piece.
I hope you are having a great week so far!
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Boots and short dresses are such a good workaround for cooler spring days- you can dress like spring without freezing!
I love this! So artistic and fun. Great outfit.
So glad you dig it! π
Such a beautiful dress! The print is fun, and it looks lovely paired with boots.
xoxo
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Thanks, Lovely! I really like the edge the boots gave this look!
I totally love this dress, Ashley. Lovely print and shape. You made an excellent choice to wear it with boots, looks edgy and very stylish. Great look
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What a cool dress Ashley! The boots and bag are perfect with it.
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Thanks so much, Kathrine!
Love the print and slouchy fit! The black boots give the look an edgy vibe!
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I agree- the black boots were the perfect edgy accessory! Thanks, Jill!
The print on this dress is so fun!!
Jennifer
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Thanks, Jennifer!
lovely dress and cute boots…
have a wonderful spring
How fun! And love the short, oversized dress with the tall boots! I’ve been wanting to start wearing dresses but my legs will be so COLD!!!
It’ll be warm soon. SOON.
Bettye
Oh indeed this 80s style dress is SO fun!! I love the print and how you styled it. It looks great on you!
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Just fabulous Ashley ! Love the abstract dress, and a good reminder of how long boots also look great with dresses in spring. Thanks for linking.
Awe, I loved that movie Three Men and a Baby and this totally does making me think of that opening credits where they are painting the walls of the baby’s room. I actually loved that so much that we painted by hand baby disney characters when I was expecting our first child.
Anyway, love the outfit and yes to playing with boots for spring. I’ve been doing that as well!
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Great dress! I really like the graphic print with bright colors on the white background. I don’t blame you for wearing those fabulous black boots as long as possible before switching over to sandals for summer.
Carol
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Amazing dress, I love print and colors!
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I love the idea of wearing tall boots for spring! Such a great example you’ve shown here of how to work it. Love this! Xx
I like the black-accented elements. It really makes it edgy but still versatile for the season! <3
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I love the shirt dress sweetie!
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This is such a fun dress! Love you kept the rest of your accessories black to make it pop too! Great styling!
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Beautiful outfit, I love your dress π
Beautiful dress!
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Nice outfit! Thanks for sharing.
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Really cool graphic dress that would also work for Valentine’s Day looks!
What a fun print! And love how you styled it with black accessories π
have a great week!
S
What a cool look, Ashley! I’m feeling the 80s vibes and just love the details on this dress. Pairing it with the black boots was an awesome choice!
Wishing you a wonderful week, friend!
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Fun and flirty with an edge. Love it. Happy Monday.
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That print is phenomenal. Love it. You look great.
Such a cool print! It’s very 80’s AND very modern at the same time. Love it.
OMG! I am in love with this dress. So pretty and vibrant. You styled it so well. I am eyeing your bag π And that dimple on your cheek makes you look the prettiest. π
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I love how you style this dress!!!
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That is such a fun dress! it’s a cute and colourful print and it looks so good with your boots!
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This dress is darling!!! You did great pairing it with the tall boots. Great transition look, Ashley! π
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Very cool boots!! Loving the dress too! π