Inspired by Grace from Graceful Rags
I am getting so much inspiration from others lately as well as by my new clothes and our outings that I feel like I am running out of time to write my blog posts. I am scheduled out till the end of May I think! Anyhow, this is actually the first time I wore this dress in real life (I bought it this past February I think) and styled it for a post then. Today I am sharing it how I wore it on Saturday for a casual cool day and for church. This look was inspired by Grace from Graceful Rags. She shared an orange dress earlier in February I think and it gave me some style inspiration. I love Grace! She is a college student with an awesome sense of style and takes the cutest pictures. I am also jealous of her pretty hair and realize how unstylish I was in college, lol!
I bought this dress at Target and I guess it did so well last year that they brought it back this year. I usually size down for Knox Rose dresses but I actually had to order a medium for this one as it didn’t fit in the chest area otherwise. It is really comfortable to wear and a great length and is fully lined.
My 10 year old and I headed to the nearby Indian Mounds where I finally bought a historic site family yearly pass. These mounds are less than 5 minutes from the house and while the family pass is only for 4 people it will definitely save us some money. We probably won’t come here all 6 of us most of the time. I love this place in the spring as wild flowers grow, everything is green and there are many spots for pretty pictures.
There are 3 mounds you can climb and this is the tallest. The stairs are really close together so it is easier to climb them 2 by 2. To imitate Grace, I chose this fun little clutch I picked up in the clearance section at Cracker Barrel last year. I sure need to bring it to the beach this summer (I am hoping for a 2 night stay around Tybee Island).
I have this pair of Madewell pair of sandals in brown and black and wear them anytime I want a flat sandal in a neutral. They do not have much support but are comfortable to walk in. The navy blue 3/4 sleeve jacket is old but has really made an appearance in my outfits a lot this spring. It goes with everything and the sleeve length is perfect for a little coverage without being too hot.
It is very strange for me to think I do not have any belts 2 years ago because I sure have been wearing them this past year. This one came with a dress a long time ago and is loose but perfect to add an extra finishing touch to a dress. The river behind me is the river we raft down a few times a year. It hasn’t been warm enough yet to do that yet but looking forward to it.
We haven’t biked yet either this year. It just has felt busy lately but Saturday was a really good day. I actually went back in the afternoon with my husband and my oldest and we walked on different paths making a big circle around the property. I had to take a few more pictures because it was so pretty.
Here is the view at the top of the stairs and then below the view from the stairs. It was nice in the morning because no one was there: it was peaceful and perfect for pictures. You can see the river in the background. I also love cloudy days like these for pictures.
By the river there is a little trail in the woods where we walked in the afternoon. These pretty little purple flower and this pink tree were so pretty!
I wore my Addidas sneakers then which were more comfortable for a longer walk and they worked well with the dress.
There is something to be said about wearing something you feel good in: I think it added to my feelings of it being a good Saturday: coffee on the porch, blog pictures, a walk/run with my friend, a walk with hubby and teen and church were on my agenda and I felt cute all day. I think red and yellow are my it colors this year!
A bientôt!
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38 Comments
Penny
That is such a nice dress – the red is so cheerful and you look great in it. I really admire that you go rafting! Sounds exciting! Lovely outdoorsy post 🙂
mimifce
Thank you, Penny! I definetly felt cheerful wearing it!
Nancy
What a beautiful photos Mireille! Wonderful. And what a delightful dress and cute bag. Have a good start of the week!
mimifce
Thank you, Nancy! I hope you have a wonderful week! We are hoping to get a bike rack from our neighbors so we can finally go on a bike ride soon!
Alexandra
Your purse is awesome! Love to see both version of this outfit – very inspiring!
mimifce
Thank you, Alexandra! I think this little purse will be great in the summer if I can figure out where I put the strap!
Jennifer
Loving the red dress!
Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer
mimifce
Thanks, Jennifer.
Jacqui Berry
A great look and I can see why you were inspired Hun. Thanks for sharing your red dress. Jacqui xx
mimifce
Thanks, Jacqui! Now I want to wear it again soon.
jodie filogomo
I just love how you showcase an outfit like this is ageless Mireille!!
That clutch was such a deal, and you should use it tons!!! So cute and summery.
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
mimifce
Thanks, Jodie! I think you are right: that dress should be aorund for some years!
Michelle
You look fabulous in red, Mireille! And the clutch is adorable. Great location for pictures. It sounds like a really nice day!
Michelle
https://mybijoulifeonline.com
mimifce
Thank you, Michelle! I love the colors lately!
Ellie
Love how you styled this dress, the jacket is a perfect topper for it! I wish I was half as organized and prepared with blog posts as you are!!
Ellie
Ellibelle’s Corner
mimifce
I go through phases when I am more inspired than others.
Andrea Nine
Such great photos. Darling dress and that little bag is divine.
mimifce
Thanks, Andrea! I had fun!
Laura Bambrick
Grace has such cute outfits! I love the outfit you created based on her look. That dress is really cute on you!
mimifce
Thank you! I like a lot more than I thought I would have at first. And yes, Grace is a cutie!
Lovely
You look so cute in this red dress! I love the clucth -such a fun piece!
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com
amy scott
That outfit is stunning! I may need those sandals – recent purchase? I like the simplicity and classic style. I feel like my body is hard to fit with dresses right now. I do best with the swing style, un-belted. The grounds of this place look amazing! It was very smart to buy a pass.
mimifce
The sandals are about two years old now and around $30. Last year I did see them on Nordstrom rack but I don’t see them anywhere now.
Sally in St Paul
I love red and navy together; add in the stripe/floral clutch and mwah! The outfit is super cute with the sneakers.
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mimifce
Thank you! I liked it both ways.
Kathrine Eldridge
This dress is gorgeous! I love how you styled it and I adore that clutch!
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Kathrine Eldridge
This dress is gorgoeus on you! I love how you styled it and I adore that clutch!
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mimifce
Thank you! I really enjoyed that outfit.
Leslie Susan Clingan
I am just loving all of your looks lately. This dress paired with the Adidas and the denim jacket is just adorable. Love that fun bag, too. And what a lovely space for your photo shoot.
mimifce
Thanks, Leslie! I am finding some good spots for pics and outfits can be a hit and miss but the dresses have been winners lately.
Rena
Fabulous look and what a great source of inspiration. Grace is a doll.
Rena
http://www.finewhateverblog.com
mimifce
Thanks, Rena! Yes, I love Grace!
Shelbee on the Edge
Mireille, I love, love, love this look and these amazing photos! What a stunning place to visit. And your little guy is doing an amazing job as photographer! We should start a blogger kids’ photography group for them! Haha.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
mimifce
Not a bad idea lol! My oldest today was very gracious to take pics of two looks at the same place (so many cool spots for pics) and even dealt with me changing outfits in a ditch (it was a large ditch kind of like a moat)! Thank you! I think these might be my favorite pics I have taken so far!
Mica
That is such a cute little red dress on you and I love the denim jacket with it! I can see why they brought the style back this year, it’s so perfect for spring and summer! Such a beauitufl boho style, the sneakers look so good with it 🙂
Thanks so much for joining the #WeekdayWearLinkup. Hope that you had a good weekend! It’s a nice relaxing long weekend for us.
mimifce
The weekend was good especially Sunday! Thank you, Mica! I think I am going to wear the dress again this week with sneakers!
Grace
You look amazing Mireille!! I love how your outfit came together and that clutch is the cutest; I love Cracker Barrel. Thank you for sharing my blog in this post. It means so much that my outfit inspired you! I think you definitely wore it better, haha! And these mounds are just beautiful. I love all of these photos and that pretty backdrop.
Miles of smiles,
Grace
gracefulrags.com
mimifce
Let’s call us even: both of us rocked the look! I do love finding inspiration from every one and I love how your outfits are real!