02 Aug Turning Heads #Linkup-What to Wear to Summer Brunch-Pink Floral Vintage Inspired Karina Dress
Hello ladies
Who doesn’t love to sleep in on some lazy Sundays? Whether its with the girlfriends or your significant other, going to brunch, for me, is always a fun way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon! Mmmm. Visions of strawberry pancakes and mimosas dancing in my head. My husband and I love to try different places here in Charlotte and one of those for brunch is Bonefish Grill. I most often get a peach belinni with my eggs benedict or a spot o” tea with my strawberry pancakes. So today, I took out my hot rollers as the heat generally makes my fine hair just fall, but keep them in for 15 minutes and it curls like a charm.. Off to brunch!
Lately it has been the Dog Days of Summer. The sweltering heat that makes one “glow” the moment one steps outside. I have enjoyed trying new styles this summer, added some maxi dresses to the wardrobe, love the neutrals and rust, gold, khaki and olive shades. Today however, I wanted to wear some color! This Karina dress is one of my favorites. I love the Pepto Pink color surrounded by flowers of baby blue and cornflower blue. The bit of bright green leaves that brighten the dress as well. I took one of dresses on vacation, as they do not wrinkle, and are very easy to pack. I thought it just the right floral to wear for our afternoon of indulgence.
I also wore my new Halogen lace up flats in Blush. I have been coveting these for awhile, but showed patience for the Nordstrom sale, then bought them in blush and black. They are the perfect shoes to wear for the afternoon brunch, as I know what I want to do afterward: take a walk! Usually the brunch is nearly enough to tide me over for the day; I may have a yogurt or another healthy snack later. To me, it always feels better to get up and take a walk after eating a large meal. So, put on that pretty dress and enjoy a lazy Sunday soon!
Outfit details: Dress C/O Karina dresses, Shoes: Halogen Nordstrom, Pin: Etsy, Necklace ( poshmark-Ann Taylor) , Bag: Rebecca Minkoff, Sunglasses C/O Zenni Optical
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Now, on to the linkup!
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Most Clicked: Suzy Turner sharing her fun summery yellow dress with strappy sandals.
PINTEREST PIC OF THE WEEK!: Tiina of Elegance Revisited shows just how to style this gorgeous kimono!
Anna Parkes
Posted at 02:19h, 05 AugustJess you always manage to look cool as a cucumber no matter what the temperature! The dress is adorable and has inspired me to bring out a floral number which also has a vintage vibe – I’ll feature that next week. And I think those blush shoes are gorgeous, but might be too narrow for my broad feet. You clearly have long, slender limbs and even feet which suit these ghillie shoes perfectly. Thanks for the linkup party and have a lovely week x
Anna
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Nicole
Posted at 00:31h, 05 AugustThanks for linking up to Top of the World Style. This dress looks fabulous on you.
Suzanne @AskSuzanneBell
Posted at 01:37h, 04 AugustGreat dress and fab colors! I love it all, and your shoes – perfection! You have me craving a brunch outing this coming weekend – sounds like the perfect afternoon! Thanks for hosting!
XO
Suzanne
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Jess Jannenga
Posted at 20:10h, 07 AugustHi Suzanne! Thank you for stopping by! We do enjoy brunch, as we do the late Sundays. So glad you liked the outfit! xx
thestylesplash
Posted at 18:50h, 03 AugustBeautiful dress…the print is stunning! Karina dresses are awesome. I love the flat lace ups too 🙂
Emma xxx
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consulente di immaigne Milano
Posted at 14:03h, 03 AugustYou’re so gorgeous!
I love your style.
Your blog is very inspirational.
Thanks for sharing.
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Tianna
Posted at 12:17h, 03 Augustlove that dress! floral is so perfect for parties 🙂 those flats are great too!
Mary
Posted at 11:37h, 03 AugustAnother “wow” look, Jess! Beautiful! Love the happy floral print! You look stunning, as always!
xox-Mary
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Ida Wright
Posted at 01:56h, 03 AugustSo amazing dress, love this color!
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Elle
Posted at 19:13h, 02 AugustLove the floral dress, the tie up shoes and that gorgeous statement necklace. I think your vacay did you wonders, it was fun following you in inst while you were away! stay cool, dog days, indeed…
xx, Elle
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suzannecarillo
Posted at 16:36h, 02 AugustWhat a bold pretty dress! The bright colours are lovely with your hair.
Thanks for hosting!
bisous
Suzanne
Kirsten Wick (@TheLIFBIssue)
Posted at 16:22h, 02 AugustYou look extra gorgeous in this beautiful dress with these gorgeous colours. And your flats, I need those. Love, Kirsten xx
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Meagan Brandon
Posted at 14:58h, 02 AugustMmmm, I love brunch! Wish that was more of a ‘thing’ here in Italy. Italians usually only eat a pastry for breakfast! I agree with you about wanting to get up and move after a large meal. Always time for a good walk, right? Love that dress on you and your hair looks so good!
Meagan
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Jacket Society
Posted at 12:00h, 02 AugustWhat a pretty summery dress Jess and it looks great on you. You look fab!
Nora
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ee0926
Posted at 11:59h, 02 AugustBeautiful dress!! The colors look so stunning on you! Love this look!
xx, Elise
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Shelly
Posted at 11:33h, 02 AugustI was so sad those shoes did not fit me!! The color was so perfect. Love the floral!
stinedurfdl
Posted at 11:33h, 02 AugustBeautiful Jess! Perfect outfit for brunch. I snagged the very same flats…aren’t they gorgeous in person? I could totally kick myself for not getting them in black…
Debbie
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Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:39h, 02 AugustHi Deb! Yes they are. I was happy about the color and quality of the shoes! Love the blush color. Glad you like the look, too hot to layer here in NC! xx
Highland Fashionista
Posted at 11:05h, 02 AugustThat coral color is very much your friend, love the dress. SO summery!
Jennie
Posted at 10:54h, 02 AugustBeautiful dress, but I am swooning over those blush lace up flats! They are gorgeous and I bet look great in black, as well. Very pretty statement accessories – love your brooch!
Laurie Duncan
Posted at 10:23h, 02 AugustVery pretty dress! And that necklace really sets it off! 🙂
Laura
Posted at 09:29h, 02 AugustLove the bright colors! Gorgeous dress!
garaytreasures
Posted at 09:15h, 02 AugustStunning dress Jessica! Brunches are almost always refreshing and hit the spot.
Rachel xo
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Amy Arnold
Posted at 09:05h, 02 AugustWhat a fun print! And i love your lace up flats.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
robjodiefilogomo
Posted at 09:01h, 02 AugustYou are one patient woman to wait for those shoes!! Kudos to you! I love the lace ups (I have a pair in red)—-and I keep eyeing others, but my husband always says—“don’t you have a pair like that”—ahhhhh!
That dress is absolutely beautiful!! And your hair looks wonderful!
Going to high tea is one of my husband’s favorite things to do!!
jodie
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Theresa Campbell
Posted at 09:01h, 02 AugustSuch a beautiful vintage floral print on that dress. The colors are luscious. And the shoes. Oh my! Love that lace up style. Love a good brunch, a nice long walk….then a nice long nap! 🙂
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 12:47h, 02 AugustThank you! Yes! so true! I usually come and crash due to the food and wine! How did I forget the nap? 🙂 xx
Shauna
Posted at 08:45h, 02 AugustThose florals are incredible! So bright and cheery!
Shauna
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marta
Posted at 08:32h, 02 AugustLove the white dress with the bright florals! Thanks for hosting!
Marta
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Andrea@WellnessNotes
Posted at 08:24h, 02 AugustSuch a beautiful dress! You look amazing, Jess! And I love your new lace up flats!
There is nothing better than spending a relaxing Sunday first enjoying good food and then walking!
Thanks for the link up!
Andrea
Andrea’s Wellness Notes
Dawn Lucy - Fashion Should Be Fun
Posted at 08:18h, 02 AugustYou look sooooo beautiful in your Karina dress! Love it on you! And I’m with you … adore brunch!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.blogspot.com
jaymieashcraft
Posted at 08:17h, 02 AugustBeautiful dress!!
Jaymie
Rebecca
Posted at 08:15h, 02 AugustWow that dress is really great for ladies who brunch or lunch!
The 3rd and last installment of my festival style campaign with UK-brand BOOHOO is now live at the the blog this week – come check it out and lemme know what you think!
Happy Tuesday!
Rebecca
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Julie Wunder
Posted at 08:14h, 02 AugustWhat a pretty dress! I love the colors in it. And those shoes? Swoon! What a great buy.
shelbeeontheedge1
Posted at 07:43h, 02 AugustAbsolutely gorgeous, Jess! Aren’t you loving the lace up flats? They are so comfy and so stylish, too! You look amazing, as usual. I am loving the bright colors and florals, for sure.
By the way, my link up goes live every Thursday at 5:00 p.m. EST and lasts until the next one opens!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
notdressedaslamb
Posted at 07:18h, 02 AugustJess that is such a classic 1950s style floral – my favourite type! The colours are stunning and I’m all over lace-up flats myself right now.
I’m with you on the lazy Sundays… Though I can’t remember the last time I had one (with the exception of my weekend away a week ago), I always have to work!! Such is being self employed, just gotta suck it up for my freedom I guess!
Thanks for hosting lovely lady 🙂
Catherine x
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Irene Papadopoulou
Posted at 06:45h, 02 Augustlove the dress , love the bag! so stylish. Thank you Jess for hosting the link up
Irene
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Andrea Nine
Posted at 06:21h, 02 AugustGorgeous doll! What an incredible floral print! That necklace with it is such a great statement! You look phenomenal Jess!!
Pam Greer
Posted at 06:18h, 02 AugustLove that dress and I especially love those shoes!
Anna Marcus
Posted at 05:52h, 02 AugustAnother beautiful dress, Jess pared with absolutely gorgeous shoes. Love it
Suzy Turner
Posted at 05:49h, 02 AugustYou look absolutely gorgeous, Jess! That dress is simply beautiful – and I agree about the colours, the pinks and blues together are perfect!
I was so surprised to see me at the end of the post lol! Most clicked? Wow, I’m thrilled! Thank you.
Have a lovely week.
Suzy xx
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Bogi Kenney
Posted at 05:48h, 02 AugustBeautiful colors! I love the fun and playful vibes this dress has paired with a classic and ladylike cut. Such a beautiful and timeless piece.
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Samantha
Posted at 04:37h, 02 AugustWow Jess!
That dress really packs a colour punch…and looks great against your holiday tan.
I can’t decide whether I am envious or not of your “sweltering” heat?
I like the idea of it but maybe the reality is a little too much to bear?? I would have a red face, for sure!!
Long hair can be like a scarf on a hot day. I remember it well!
As for those shoes…..LOVE!
(And you bought them in black too… a girl after my own heart :oP)
XXX
Samantha
Tiina L
Posted at 04:33h, 02 AugustYou look so pretty in your signature florals. Thank you so much for featuring me as a favourite!
Olga
Posted at 04:05h, 02 AugustBeautiful floral print! You look gorgeous in this dress! Lovely shoes and, as always, perfect choice of jewelry!
Sheree
Posted at 03:10h, 02 AugustYou look so lovely in this floral dress, the blush toned lace up is perfect to balance it .
xo Sheree
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cheapstores
Posted at 03:06h, 02 AugustAll of your outfits are so beautiful, You also very pretty
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Jill James
Posted at 02:50h, 02 AugustPretty Summer dress and such an unusual colour. Your shoes are so stylish , I can see why you had to have both pairs.Thank you for hosting Turning Heads Tuesday.
Anna Shirley
Posted at 02:26h, 02 AugustThis is beautiful dress, Jess. And the white necklace is the great addition. I understand why you buy these flats in two colors. If I find something nice and comfortable, I’m doing the same.
Rena
Posted at 01:38h, 02 AugustJess, this is a fabulous outfit and you look unbelievable in it. Love your choice of a white necklace against the bright colors of the dress. Truly inspired. Thanks for hosting and turning heads.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
Rena
Posted at 16:48h, 10 AugustAnd thank you for adding your post to my Fine-Whatever link up.
vanityandmeblog
Posted at 01:33h, 02 AugustPerfect summer colours. The print is really striking, and the necklace is beautiful. Thank you for hosting x
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Mica
Posted at 01:15h, 02 AugustYour floral dress is beautiful – perfect for brunch and I really like the pastel accessories with it. Your lace up flats are lovely! 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Away From The Blue Blog
happinessatmidlife
Posted at 01:10h, 02 AugustWhat a beautiful summer dress on you.
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.