Photos by Michelle Dorman Photography
Jacket: Cupcake & Cashmere | Dress: J.Crew Factory | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Ring: Stella & Dot | Earrings: Anthropologie| Booties: Cobb Hill | Purse: Michael Michael Kors| Lipstick: Wet n Wild (color Stoplight Red)
This weekend was our first year hosting Thanksgiving. My husband was very ambitious and prepared a turkey and rib roast. Both turned out great, but the roast stole the show. We had family in from out of town and ended up with 11 guest total. It was a lot of fun.
Did anyone venture out for Black Friday? I prefer to stay in and surf the web for the best deals. I’m excited to say that I did find a couple of fun items that I will be sharing soon.
Let’s talk about today’s look. I have wanted a shirt dress for as long as I can remember. On my frame (5’4″, broad shoulders, and large chest) the task can be nearly impossible. All the dresses in this variety are too long, and resemble a pajama shirt. Here are a couple of tips for finding the perfect one.
Size down. This will give you a slimmer and more flattering silhouette. Shirt dresses tend to be over-sized and boxy.
Buy petite. Getting this dress in petite was a big win. Not only is the length great but the overall fit has less fabric.
Add a belt. Define your waist by adding this accessory.
Add a layer. Adding a jacket or a cozy top layer will also provide your frame with more definition.
My favorite part of getting dressed is the accessories. I love timeless jewelry. When I spotted this monogram disc pendant it was love at first sight. This one is Stella & Dot and adds a little something special to any outfit. The ring’s black pave stones add an elegant but tough feel.
Thanks so much for reading see you Thursday!
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exploreyourbliss says
December 1, 2015 at 12:11 pmLove your look, Asa! And the ring and necklace are just beautiful on you!!! So glad you got them
xoxo,
Olga
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:02 amThanks Olga! I’m obsessed with these pieces.
Amelia Vesper says
December 1, 2015 at 5:10 pmI love that shirtdress! I actually don’t have any shirtdresses and I may need that one. I just clicked over to the website and the color looks so much more vibrant and gorgeous in real life than it does on the Factory page! It never would have caught my eye on its own. Yay!
Glad you had a nice Thanksgiving! I like the sound of a Thanksgiving roast. I’m not usually the biggest fan of turkey but if you skip turkey on Thanksgiving people look at you like you’re a war criminal, so it’s always part of the production 😉
xo Mil
https://southbynorthwestblog.wordpress.com/
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:05 amThanks Mil! So glad you like it. 😘
I’m not a big fan of turkey either. I totally agree with you about people’s reactions. Lol! Hope you had a good Thanksgiving.
Amelia Vesper says
December 4, 2015 at 12:12 pmThanks lady! My Thanksgiving was fun…but really, it was only a prelude to CHRISTMAS! Yay!! 😀
Molly says
December 1, 2015 at 7:08 pmAsa, this outfit look amazing on you! I love how you styled it right down to the black tights. And I agree, adding a piece like a jacket pulls together the look and creates nice structure.
Keep smiling!
Molly | http://www.stylemissmolly.com
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:05 amThanks Molly! You’re the sweetest.
Margaret says
December 1, 2015 at 9:52 pmI love the look.The necklace is so cute.That shirt dress looks just perfect on you and especially with the leather jacket.
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:06 amThanks Mom! I’m glad you like this look. You’re the best. 😘
banglesandbungalows says
December 2, 2015 at 11:14 amAll great tips! Love how you styled the flannel dress up rather than down. I think flannel is one of those things we assume should be casual, but you made it so much more 🙂
xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:07 amAww, you’re so sweet Yasmin! Thank you for the kind words and compliment.
WhatWouldVWear says
December 3, 2015 at 7:37 amAsa, I LOVE LOVE LOVE this look and the photography! I am just blown away! STUNNING! Love the leather jacket so much!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.WhatWouldVWear.net
herrmj says
December 4, 2015 at 11:09 amThanks Vanessa! I love your enthusiasm. It means so much. Thanks again lovely! 😘
juliannaclairelynch says
December 4, 2015 at 5:19 pmYou look amazing Asa, and you’re right, great minds do think alike:) Simply stunning!
xx Julianna
http://www.blushandcamo.com
herrmj says
December 7, 2015 at 5:02 pmThanks lovely!