Flower Power

Snaps! It's date night :) #favorites. G and I took a stroll through town, went to a nice dinner and made an essential stop for ice cream! I'm wearing an old favorite -- a sweetheart neckline dress. This shape is one of my most favorite, and think it is flattering on almost everyone.

Now what to wear for Labor Day... and JaneSquared will be reunited! More post to come next week!

Have a wonderful holiday!

Dress: Flower | similar

Shoes:  Hondo Platform Pumps, GUESS | shop

Necklace: Little Hearts | similiar

Watch: Runway Twist, Michael Kors | shop

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs | shop

PFC #18: MNG by Mango Short Sleeve Sheath Dress

For PFC #18, Amber challenged us to come up with a look that would "Impress your Date!"

I found this awesome dress at Penney's; it makes me feel glamorous and easy breezy. No one likes worrying about adjusting their outfit during a date, and this aqua dress will make a solid first impression. Win Win.  Good luck on your dates, ladies!

See what the other ladies put together for PFC 18 at Easy Petite Looks.

Sunnies: 01OS, Prada | shop
Earrings:  Hello Kitty, similar
Necklace: Vintage | similar
Ring: H&M | similar
Bracelets: Lia Sophia | similar
Dress: Short Sleeve Sheath Dress, MNG by Mango via JCPenney | similar or in coral
Shoes: Hondo Platform Pumps, Guess | shop

Linked up at Two Thirty-Five Designs & the Monday Mingle.

Banana Republic Callie Shirt Dress Review

I did see this dress in stores for full price, so definitely check it out online where it's already on sale.  It comes in corally pink, stone, and black. Banana Republic carries the Callie Shirtdress in tall, regular, and petite sizing online. 

The 97% cotton + 3% spandex composition makes for a nicely fitting dress that is still comfortable.  Plus, this bad boy is machine washable = a big win in my book.  Runs TTS for me.  On seam pockets and sleeves are often features that I look for in dresses, and this shirtdress definitely has both!  The style is both flattering and classic.

I think this is a great, lightweight, and comfortable dress for the warmer months.  It is definitely easy to style; a simple pin or statement necklace will keep this dress polished and pretty.  Gals with a larger bust may want to size up or skip this dress all together.

Overall, I think I'd be better off with petite sizing because I prefer a shorter skirt length; that being said, I do like (but don't love) the dress. What do you think?  Should I keep this dress or return it?


Sunglasses: 0PR 01OS, Prada | shop
Earrings: LOFT | similar
Flower Pin: Heather Chiffon Clip in Aqua, PrettyMuch.ca - Won in a giveaway held by Momtrends, BonBonRoseGirl, and Glamamom! | shop
Dress: Banana Republic  $130 $79.99 | shop
Shoes: Hondo Platform Pumps, Guess $90 $63| shop
Nails: Bikini So Teeny, Essie | shop

Linked up at Watch out for the Woestmans.

Urban Outfitters COPE Linen Sightseer Dress

Urban Outfitters always entices me with their clever advertising... :)  They got me again because I pulled the trigger and picked up the COPE Linen Sightseer Dress for $39, originally $59.  I love the color, but the linen can be itchy and the material is thicker than desired for a hot summer day.


Alas, I will rock the frock -- and it's almost the weekend! WOOT WOOT.


Dress: COPE Linen Sightseer Dress, Urban Outfitters, $39 | shop
Shoes:  Hondo Platform Pumps, GUESS | shop
Clutch: Banana Republic (SS '11) | similar
Earrings:  Lia Sophia


Linked up at Two Thirty Five Designs & Watch Out for the Woestmans.

The Perfect Backyard Wedding

The bride is simply stunning, right? My beautiful, best friend got married this past weekend.  Of course,  Sheena throws a great party, so the food, decor, and weather were all amazing! Friends and family from near and far gathered to celebrate Sheena and Brett.

Sheena outfitted the bridal party in this striking blue dress. I'm no stranger to bold choices -- remember the hot pink number? Don't worry - the bridal party were rocking these dresses late into the evening with some killer dance moves. The groom's favorite song of the moment is Carly Rae Jepsen's song:  Call Me Maybe. It may or may not have been played 3 times... lol!

1 wedding down, and 5 more to go!

Dress:  Marciano Kennedy One Shoulder Dress, GUESS | shop

Shoes:  Hondo Platform Pumps, GUESS | shop

Bracelet:  Gift from Bride

Earrings:  Gift from Matron of Honor

Linked up to Watch out for the Woestmans & the Monday Mingle - bonbonrosegirls.