How’s your week going so far? We’re experiencing a heatwave here in the UK – something we don’t seem equipped to cope with! I managed to get the air con in my car regassed, which has made driving much more pleasant! I went to work in this dress yesterday in the sweltering sun…and when I left it was raining stair rods and thundering! Thankfully, I had flat sandals on so I was able to run to the car park with my denim jacket over my head. The journey home was hideous – it would have been easier in a canoe! My plans of taking photos after work were well and truly scuppered. So I put the dress on again today and took some with my tripod and clicker. Bright sunlight isn’t great for photos but it’s preferable to a monsoon!
I think it’s fair to say I’m a little bit obsessed with the Joanie x Dawn O’Porter collection. This retro flower print dress is one of two that I ordered in the current sale. I already have two others (featured here and here). I find them a bit expensive full price, but you can snap up some bargains in the sales. Since my last purchase the sizing seems to have changed. My other two dresses are a size 8 – I had to size down to get a good fit on the waist, However, the 8 in this dress was way too small so I returned it for a 10. The cuffs are still a bit tight (I have this issue with lots of clothes, particularly vintage) but I’m wearing them unbuttoned, which doesn’t look obvious.
One of the things I love about this collection is the addition of pockets to the dresses. I like being able to carry my phone, cup of tea and water bottle at work. And they make posing for photos a bit easier too! The dress is nice and airy, and even though it’s a jersey fabric, it’s not thick, so I’m not overheating in it. The print contains my favourite colours: orange, green and yellow, so I could have chosen a bag in any of those. My green vegan leather bag was already to hand (so to speak) so that made up my mind. I do have this bag in orange too though so I may use that next time.
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Joanie x DOP dress | Clarks sandals (old, similar) | Fenella Smith bag | SkinnyDip London sunglasses (similar) | Monica Vinader rings (PR products) | Kooky Two necklace
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Color and retro perfection on you Emma! I love the dress and the green bag complements it so nicely! I can see why you like this line. I have to cool it on clothes, but have been getting some secondhand as I do, on POshmark.
Have a great week!
jess xx
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I adore this fun print! It’s perfect for summer and love the green tote. Thanks for the link up!
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I love this bright summery print on you!
I hope you are having a great week so far!
Amber
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Lovely print and colours for summer. I’m a big fan of Dawn O’ Porter’s style xx
I think this dress looks so much better on you then they show on the site. It looks very good on you! You had rain? We haven’t had rain for weeks, not complaining though.
Beautiful dress, Emma. Love this 🙂 Thanks so much for hosting.
Such a fun dress!!
Jennifer
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Your dress is fabulous! Love the colorful print and retro vibes!
Jill – Doused in Pink
I love these retro floral prints! So much fun. And you wear them so well!
Michelle
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Love all of your retro floral prints! This is a beautiful dress, the style is so perfect for summer and the bright, warm colors look fantastic on you. Thanks for sharing and enjoy the sunny warm weather!
Your retro dress looks so lovely on yon.
Love, love this dress, you look super here Emma, well you always do. Jacqui xx
It looks so bright and sunny where you are—I am definitely jealous! Speaking of bright, what a fun print on that dress!
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This dress is complete and utter perfection! I remember wearing these prints and love they’re back again! Maybe, it’s time for me to jump on that wagon! I think, with your magnificent hair, this dress is just so gorgeous on you! Thanks so much for the link party!
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This dress was made for you! The print and colors are so perfect! Love the neutral sandals and green bag you paired with it!
Love the look. Glad the rain stopped. Have a lovely day. Cris Santos
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Absolutely beautiful! So bright and cheerful – you and the outfit!