A mustard floral dress that hints at fall while keeping you cool.
*This post is in partnership with Nakturnal; all thoughts + opinions are my own.
The back-to-school fall vibe is everywhere, am I right? KC won’t cool off until at least late September, so I’m balancing milking my summer wardrobe while adding in a few fall-esque elements here and there. A mustard floral dress walks that line perfectly– the rich color definitely fits with a fall feel, but the dress itself is a lightweight summery piece that works in August.
I sprinkled in some gold jewelry to the mix– it’s just too humid for anything heavy. I am a huge fan of delicate gold earrings (like the initial earring I’m wearing in this post) because they add so much polish to a look without weighing you down. Classic, cool, and goes with everything.
A gray suede sandal with a stacked heel brought out the tiny touch of gray in the dress; these sandals are so flattering. I usually limit wearing anything that wraps around the ankle (unless it’s with jeans) but these sandals hit low enough that the leg line isn’t completely truncated. You can score ’em right here (on sale) and in other colors here and here.
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Even though I’m sweating it out in KC right now, I’m thinking ahead to fall and how to remix this mustard floral dress. It would look so cute with a leather jacket (like a classic moto) and tall boots (a lot of amazing options here). You could also layer a thin neutral-colored turtleneck under the dress, or a chunky sweater over the top. Remixability (a word I just made up) is high with this mustard number.
Is mid-August miserable for you in your area, too? I swear you can cut the air in KC with a knife this time of year. On the day we shot this look, you walked outside and it felt like an actual sauna– complete with steam. My windows were all steamed up first thing that morning! On days like this, shooting fast is the name of the game; we need to wrap each look as soon as possible because my makeup/spray tan/mood are melting away by the second. While I love summer, the KC humidity is why fall is such a breath of fresh air.
Linking up with Elegantly Dressed and Stylish, The Fashion Canvas, I Do DeClaire, Straight A Style + On the Daily Express, Rosy Outlook + Seeking Sunshine, Shopping My Closet, and Pumps and Push Ups.
This dress is so cute!!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
Thanks, gf!
That dress is darling! Such a cute print! I love that you’ll be able to continue to wear it when the weather cools off!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thanks, Jill! And yes, will totally be remixing this for fall!
I really love the print on that dress – it has a sort of 70s vibe to it that’s really cool and works great with those grey sandals.
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Total 70s wallpaper vibe, for sure! 🙂
Such an effortlessly pretty dress, loving that print! And girllll it won’t cool off here until November-ish so I’ll be rockin’ the summery duds for a while still <3
Green Fashionista
Haha- Florida definitely is always going to be late to that fall game! 😉 You have that endless summer!
That dress looks amazing on you! Mustard yellow has always been one of my favorite colors!
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It’s such a great summer-to-fall color, too, because it works so easily in both seasons! 🙂 Thanks, Grace!
The dress looks so lovely on you!!
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This is a beautiful mustard dress. I love mustard dresses. You look amazing babe!
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Thank you so much, Ivana!
Ah yes I too am so looking forward to fall! Kind of over heat and humidity. That is a great dress for the transitional time and you could totally wear it in cooler weather. And love the A earring!
Allie of
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I mean, I look forward to summer all year long, but it gets so extreme toward the end that fall is def a nice reprieve!
Love this breezy dress for summer! The print is so pretty.
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It’s got some 90s nostalgia to it, so I love it! 🙂
That’s such a cute dress. It will be really cute with a jean jacket in the fall. Love those cute initial earrings too.
I love this idea, Julie- a jean jacket would be cute with this!
How cute is this dress?! I love the color and floral print!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Thanks, girlfriend!
It is SO hot and humid in STL, too. We have to set the camera outside a little before photos or the lens will fog up… and, we do have to shoot quickly since I have naturally curly hair. I love this mustard color on you and how perfect will that dress be in the Fall with some fun layers once this heat is OUT of here! lol!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
YES! Camera lens woes! Been there. And my hair definitely gets bigger and bigger during a shoot in the humidity- we have to shoot quick, too!
You look so beautiful here! I love your whole outfit! Those earrings are so pretty:) I never hear of AURate! I will have to check them out!
They are amazing- you should def check ’em out! The prettiest + classic stuff!
Omg this dress is stunning! You look amazing <3
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Beautiful outfit.
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This is such a sweet little dress on you Ashley; I definitely don’t wear enough of the colour mustard! So lovely!
aglassofice.com x
I totally agree- I need more of this color in my closet!
Love this outfit Ash! I have those same earrings and they are FABULOUS!
x,
S | Je M’appelle Chanel
Aren’t they?! The quality is amazing!
So pretty and such a whimsical print! This is how I transition into fall as well…fall colors and prints in lightweight fabrics. Because even where I live (where it gets super cold super fast), we still have quite a bit more of summer weather ahead.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Yes! Even though it’s totally back-to-school/fall mode in the stores and adverts, it definitely still feels like summer!
What a cute dress! I love yellow, especially mustard! It’s so cheerful for summer! 🙂
Hope that your week is going well 🙂
Away From Blue
Totally agree- it’s such a pretty shade!
I love this color and the design this dress fits you perfectly. Yes, August is uncomfortable everywhere.
August really is uncomfortable, haha- great word! As much as I love summer, humidity like this really gets me in the mood for fall!
Such a pretty dress! I love how you styled the gold jewelry with it too!
xx Chelsea
http://www.organizedmessblog.com
Doesn’t the gold compliment the mustard so well? Thanks for swinging by, Chelsea!
Pieces like this are so perfect for transitioning to fall. The colors are so cute!
I agree- it’s too hot for me to actually break out my cardigans, so I’ll get the vibe by going with fall colors!
This print reminds me of a dress I had in jr high. It was a light blue dress but it looks so similar! I LOVE it so much. Those suede gray heels are perfect with it!
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It’s super 90s, right? I love the little daisies!
You look lovely in this dress and I adore those earrings !
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Nice dress, love its floral print.
I heart your earrings. That is my initial too.
Ann
https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/
You need this earring, too! 🙂
That is one cute and sweet dress Ashley. Suits you beautifully.
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Thanks so much, babe!
I LOVE this mustard color for fall and it looks so fabulous on you! such a perfect summer dress!
Rosy Outlook
Mustard is a killer fall color! I love it in this still-good-for-summer dress! 🙂
Your earring s are darling but truthfully, none of your accessories can outshine that cute dimple on your cheek. #1 accessory right there! 🙂
Haha, the face crater wins again! 😉 Thanks so much, Gina!
Wow, your earrings are so cute! I would love to have them, my name also starts with A! 🙂 You look beautiful in that dress, it really fits you!
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Yesss- they would be perfect for you! 🙂
Love love love mustard yellow!! The cutest color ever and the daisy print on this dress is adorable!
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Thanks, girlfriend! So glad to hear about your good MRI news!
Yep, summer is miserable here around Atlanta too! Wearing shorts and going in the car is not a fun experience as the leather burns you! This is such a pretty look and those sandals are so pretty!
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Ooh- yes! I too have been burned many a time this summer by hot car leather!
You look so lovely! Loving the summer vibes! Sending so much love your way!
xoxo, Vanessa
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Thanks, sis!
This is such a stunning dress! Gorgeous xx
ALittleKiran | Bloglovin
I really like it, too! Thanks, doll!
Wow, adorable yellow dress!
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I just love this mustard color in everything right now. And how perfect with those grey shoes….I’m going to try that combination!!
XOOX
Jodie
I’m so in love with mustard right now, too! And I liked the cool gray with the golden yellow- it was a really fun combo!
Love those strappy sandals, so pretty! I could use another pair but Fall is nearly here..( a month or so..) LOVE the mustard dress on you and how pretty that will be in the Fall too, a great color on you!
jess xx
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If I’m brave enough, I’ll wear these gray sandals with a cute pair of socks- but we’ll see, haha. I haven’t tried that trend yet!
I love the summer vibes of the mustard dress, but you are right, it would be so cute and easy to transition to fall!
Chic on the Cheap
I’m looking forward to throwing a chunky cardigan over the top! 🙂
This is such a cute dress dear! Love the print!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thanks, babe!
I adore everything about that dress! The print is so pretty and the color just screams fall. It would look so good with a leather jacket!
x Kara | http://karascloset.net
I agree- a leather jacket would be DOPE with this!
Very lovely transitional style, Ashley! I love the heels too. Just a perfect combination. And yes, humidity sucks in the DC area too. I am looking to better hair days in the fall. 😉
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Fall is always so good for hair days, you’re right!
Amazing colors and I love the jewelry pairings!
Thank you!
I love the new mustardy-yellow in dresses like this! So versatile for summer and fall. I love the earrings you paired them with – great color match and fun too!
Thank you so much, babe!
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