Summer Outfit Idea: Sleeveless Cotton Dress and Strappy Neutral Sandals. | LSR

Tangerine Cotton Dress + Strappy Sandals.

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by Ashley

Ashley Style Blogger + Creative Director

A cotton dress in saturated citrus in the new KC Homes & Style issue.

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After my khaki moment earlier this summer, I decided to take this tangerine cotton dress for a spin. We’re in the dog days out here in Kansas City! High heat and humidity are the only thing in the forecast, so I reach for breathable pieces above all else. Cotton to the rescue, just in time for the July/August issue of KC Homes and Style.

This dress is a really simple cut: a shift with a muscle tee shoulder. The cotton has a little ribbing, which gives it a lux touch. It’s not bodycon (heaven forbid, not in July), so you can maximize airflow despite the midi length. And that color?! C’mon, it’s perfect for the second half of summer. Fire coral, tangerine, the color of a deep August sunset. (Score yourself a similar version here, here, or here.)

I wanted to lean into that summer factor, so the puca shell pendant came out of the accessories collection. (Get the same vibe here and here.) Also from the archive: a pair of neutral platform strappy sandals from the days when Victoria’s Secret sold shoes. (Colin Stuart! Anyone remember?) I finished with a pair of simple-but-chunky hoops, a handful of fun gold rings, and the Ray-Bans I live for– all of it spelled summer outfitting success!

Summer Outfit: Tangerine Cotton Dress + Neutral Strappy Sandals. | LSR
Summer Outfit Idea: Sleeveless Cotton Dress and Strappy Neutral Sandals. | LSR
Zara dress (similar here, here, and here) // Victoria’s Secret sandals (so old; similar here, here, and here) // Vintage gold rope necklace (almost exact here) and bracelet (similar here and here) // Shashi shell necklace (similar here and here) // Boutique earrings (similar here and here) and rings (chunky rope ring, sunburst signet ring, plain bands) // Garmin smartwatch // Ray-Ban sunglasses
Bright Cotton Dress + Summer Jewelry. | LSR

Summer Outfit Idea: Tangerine Cotton Dress and Strappy Sandals. | LSR

Bright Cotton Dress + Summer Jewelry. | LSR

Summer Outfit Idea: Sleeveless Cotton Dress and Strappy Neutral Sandals. | LSR

Bright Cotton Dress for Summer. | LSR

Summer Outfit Idea: Tangerine Cotton Dress. | LSR

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This dress is a winner because it’s super versatile. (Like so many things I wear and choose to feature both here on the blog and in KC Homes & Style!) It’s perfect for summertime at the office, but it can easily go to a casual brunch if you swap out the sandals for a sneaker. Throw an oversized denim jacket and a chunky Birkenstock on and you’ve got a tomboy vibe; wrap your hair in a topknot, swipe on a red lip, and add a festive heel, and now you’re the chicest wedding guest. We love a piece with range!

Linking up with Elegantly Dressed and Stylish, The Fashion Canvas, I Do DeClaire, Style Splash, Is This Mutton, Curated by Jennifer, This Blonde’s Shopping Bag + Doused in Pink, Mummabstylish, Nancy’s Fashion Style, Shelbee on the Edge, The Grey Brunette, and Away from the Blue.

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80 Comments

    1. Nooooo bodycon around here for the time being, lol. And you guys are seriously getting some HEAT down there- sending you cool vibes!

  6. Nice outfit! You look elegant!
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  9. Gushing and crushing over here! Love everything about this dress, starting with that punch of color!!!! I really need to add more dresses like this to my wardrobe because not only would they be easy to dress up or down, but so comfortable a you mentioned. Going to check it out now!

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    1. Punch of color is right, haha! And dresses like these are so easy, you’re absolutely right. They look equally good dressed up or down! 🙂

  13. Gorgeous outfit that is made especially for your beautiful body, I liked the cute accessories you add, and your hairdress is original and so sweet.

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  23. Beautiful color! And love how the simple cut shows off your amazing shape. Enjoy those dog days of summer and hope it’s not TOO hot. Thanks for linking.

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    1. Thanks for stopping by, Gail! The humidity is really the kicker right now- but next week the heat indexes are in the 100s! Yikes!

  26. I do remember Colin Stuart! Lol! You look fabulous, Ashley! What I love about this look is the easy breezy feel of it. It’s summertime fun kicked up a notch with the sexy heels! And your half up do keeps the look fresh and fun! Hope you have been well!

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  31. I had a very similar dress Ashley, but it wasn’t really as long and a bit too short for me and my legs! You look stunning in this though, thanks for sharing on my linkup. Hope to see you again. Jacqui xx

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  44. I love bright colours like this in summer and you look so food in orange! 🙂

    Thank you for joining the Weekday Wear Link up!

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