A breezy summer linen maxi with leather accents.
We’ve been blessed by the cold front gods and are enjoying some seriously gorgeous weather in KC right now. The lower heat and humidity means it’s the perfect time to break out a long maxi dress. This printed linen maxi is from Victoria’s Secret is both super cute and comfortable. (VS longer sells non-athlesiure clothing, which is such a shame because they had some killer stuff.) This dress is one of those no-undergarments-required numbers, which speaks to me on a spiritual level because shapewear + a strapless bra in the summer sun is not my idea of a good time.
I wore this linen maxi with studded gladiator sandals and a belt looped at the waist to cinch things in– love this Linea Pelle version because it has belt holes all the way around, which means you can wear it high, low, at the waist, at the hip, etc. Major belt bang for your buck.
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I plan on bringing this linen maxi to Vegas this weekend, where some friends are getting married. An outdoor wedding ceremony in the desert definitely calls for all the breezy stops! In the meantime, let the packing frenzy begin.
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Love this VS maxi, perfect for summer. Cooler weather sounds like a dream!!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
It’s a great late-summer dress! Thanks for stopping by, babes!
Gorgeous on you, the sandals you chose are perfect with it!
Thanks, doll! These studded sandals are so fun. 🙂
Love this feminine maxi! The added belt is a nice touch. I adore the sandals!
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Thanks, girlfriend! 🙂
I think that this dress is suitable for wedding event:) It looks perfect:)
Somethingbykate
Totally works for a summer wedding, right? Thanks, Kate!
You look so cute! Love this dress!
Thanks so much, lady!
Love the pattern!!
Jaymie
Thanks, Jaymie!
That is such a great dress – you looks so regal in it!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Thank you, lady! Hope you have a great weekend ahead!
Ohhh enjoy your Vegas dress. And that VS Maxi dress is gorg! Love that you belted it. Pretty sandals too. I own similar ones which I have worn a lot, lately.
I love studded sandals- they’re really fun in the summer! 🙂 Hope you have a good Thursday, Ada!
This dress is gorgeous!
xo, Kelsey
nyposh.blogspot.com
Thanks, Kelsey!
Soooo pretty pretty pretty!! Just a breath of fresh are in this Maxi!! You shine girl!!
Thank you so much, Andrea!
Ok moment of silence for VS no longer selling non-athleisure items! I have so many great dresses, tops, and shoes from them and now they’re getting rid of bathing suits too! This dress is fabulous on you, perfect for a break in the summer humidity! <3
Green Fashionista
It’s SUCH a bummer that VS isn’t selling clothes or swim suits anymore- ugh! I LOVED their clothing!
So stunning. I love the belted add on.
Rachel xo
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Thanks, Rachel! Happy Thursday!
Ok moment of silence for VS not selling clothes anymore… I have so many great tops, dresses, and shoes from their old line. And now they’re not selling bathing suits anymore either! This dress is fabulous on you, perfect for a break in the summer humidity and a Vegas wedding. Have an amazing trip <3
Green Fashionista
What a great end of summer maxi! The blue and white is so fresh and crisp, and I love it paired with the neutral shoes and belt!
xo, Rachel
A Blonde’s Moment
Thanks, lady- I’m a big fan of this dress, for sure!
Ok moment of silence for VS no longer selling clothes! I have so many great tops, dresses, and shoes from their old line. And now they won’t be selling bathing suits either! This dress is fabulous on you, perfect for a break in the summer humidity and for a Vegas wedding. Have an amazing trip <3
Green Fashionista
Beautiful dress, love how you belted it. Those RM sandals are amazing!
xx, Elise
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I seriously LOVE these Rebecca Minkoff sandals- they’re so fun! Thanks, Elise!
Love this pretty maxi dress. Linen is one of my favorites in the summertime. = )
Linen is just SO so easy! I love it!
Yes! The cooler KC weather has been amazing!!! Can’t believe the dress is from VS. It’s so beautiful!
XO Helen | http://www.KaleidoscopeSpinning.com
The cooler weather is so nice- but the humidity is definitely back today after all that rain, ha. VS used to have amaaaazing clothes- seriously, so good.
Cool!! Have a nice day sweetie!!
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Thanks, lady!
I love how you belted this dress – gives it so much more shape and looks great on you!! Jealous of the perfect weather you guys are having!
Definitely needed that belt to shape this dress up a bit! 🙂 Thanks for swinging by, babe!
You always look gorgeous Ashley, love this dress – the print is so pretty!
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Thanks so much, Helen! 🙂
Totally obsessed with your long dress!!
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What a gorgeous dress, so lovely with the vibrant pattern! And love the belt you styled it with! Xx
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This whole look is a YES! I love your maxi dress and the ruffle top! So so cute!
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sorry, I am a little late to comment, but this dress is so cute and I love that it’s sill summer weather appropriate!
-Katelyn
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I love the print of the dress! So pretty and summery x
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I am LOVING the cooler temps. This maxi looks fab on you. Love the added belt.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Now that’s a gladiator sandals that I can get behind with, some that I’ve seen were borderline tacky to me. You look gorgeous as always, Ashley!
Shireen | Reflection of Sanity
The print on the dress is so pretty and I love the muted colors. I also really like how you added the belt. We are getting some cooler temps in St. Louis finally and I have been loving it (except today it’s raining).
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Super cute I love the print on you!
This dress is so pretty. I love the print.
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What a gorgeous dress! I feel like this is the all American summer style. You pull it off really well. Have fun in Vegas!
Heba xx ││The Heba
What a gorgeous dress! I’m totally feeling the print and color 🙂
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What a lovely dress! Great print :-*
Melanie / http://www.goldzeitblog.blogspot.de
This dress is gorgeous!! I love white and blue combo in maxis! Have a blast in Vegas Ashley!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
Beautiful maxi dress! You look lovely!
Beautiful dress! That pattern is so feminine and perfect paired with your studded sandals!
xx
Laura
http://www.sequinsatbreakfast.com
Look at you! You look stunning and I love your sandals…I think I need a pair in my life!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
You look so happy in that dress. It’s perfect for hot weather.
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Great dress and have an amazing time in Vegas! I’ve never been but its on my list.
I’m going to miss the VS line too! Built bras are definitely needed this time of year. You look beautiful in that dress
Carly at A Modern Mom Blog
Lovely dress 🙂
Really pretty dress! I had no idea VS no longer sold regular clothes! Huh, when did that happen? haha… And I love belts that work at the waist or hips too!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
I think they phased out regular clothes about a year or so ago… RIP, man.
I love the way that you have mixed up the studded sandals with the floral maxi, Ashley!
Thanks, lady!
Oh ! You are so cute! I love this outfit so much!
eloonly.com
Thanks so much, Elodie! 🙂
I love this dress, you look beautiful!
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Thank you, Alessandra!
Love this summer maxi!!
xx Kathryn
http://www.chicandshimmer.com
Thanks, doll!
You look so beautiful in this dress, girlie, which is perfect for the weather you’re experiencing! I know, I’m kind of bummed that VS no longer sells clothing because I loved their stuff! I still have quite a few pieces that have held up for a number of years and are still going strong! Thanks so much for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have the most amazing week ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
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Thank so much, lady! And I’m with you- it’s such a shame VS isn’t selling clothing anymore because their stuff was really cute + high quality!
The weather has eased up by me too! Thankfully! I’m so excited to have more options of things to wear and to be a bit more comfortable. Have fun in Vegas!
-M
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I’m so glad for a little break from the hot weather- definitely not ready for summer to end JUST yet, but a little cooler weather is always nice. 🙂
That dress is seriously cute! I just love the print and that belt accents it perfectly! I love versatile belts like that!
Thanks so much, lady!