White Dress and Bensimon Sneakers at the Lavender Farm
I love how a white dress is a classic piece that you can style for different occasions. I have a shorter halter style one and this midi gauze one: I wear them both and have had them for several years. I thought this midi one would be perfect for a hot summer morning at the lavender farm. I was actually searching for a local blueberry or peach farm, and came across a lavender farm about 25 minutes from the house. I love lavender and it reminds me of summers in France. I did not live in Provence but a couple of hours away so I do remember trips where the sunflower fields and the lavender fields were filled with blooms.
Since this dress is very flowy, I usually add a belt to define my waist. I knew I wanted to wear my new Bensimon sneakers (I bought them on sale from VivietMargot), so I then searched my scarves for one that would tie in with it. Since it was already hot at 9 am, I tied it to my gardener’s basket which I have had for a year or two. So I brought a little piece of France on my outing!
My 9 year old cut most of the lavender for us, but I enjoyed it too. We put small bundles in each of the boys’ room and we also bought a lavender spray for our linen. Lavender is my favorite scent as I find it soothing and full of memories.
Sunglasses were definitely a must. The pair from Aldi I bought after vacation was returned as they were cheaply made and broke within 2 days, and I picked up this pair at TJmaxx which is my favorite place for sunglasses. Affordable but great quality brands.
I shared a little more about this lavender farm last week, so you can go to this post to read more. I was really impressed with the size of this farm (we are not in France), the surroundings and the prices.
A white dress is the quintessential summer dress: it reflect the sun, most are light and airy and the color is a reminder of the beach, Easter dresses and innocence.
I was so glad the boys were not afraid of the bees as they were all pollinating. There was artificial turf in between the rows to reduce weeds and it was perfect with no mud was in sight. We had a wonderful time!
A bientôt!
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25 Comments
Joanne
That looks like such a wonderful summery look! I love too that it could easily go from day to night with just a change of shoes and perhaps accessories (depending on the activity).
mimifce
Exactly!
Joan
I loved your “lavender” posts. What a beautiful venue for weddings and special parties. You looked so pretty in the dress you chose to wear. My lavender shrub is bravely trying to recover from overwatering caused by a broken sprinkler in the yard, but the plant was so fragrant and beloved by bees. I visited Provence in my “teens” and Norfolk, UK was also renowned for its lavender. Happy memories!
mimifce
I didn’t know Norfolk UK was renown for lavender. I will have to google some pictures.
Shauna
This dress is the EPOTIME of summer! Can you believe I don’t have a classic white summer dress in my closet?! You’ve got me on the hunt for one!!
Shauna
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mimifce
This one I wasn’t sure about when I bought it a few years ago because it is so flowy with no waist but I really has allowed me to wear in a lot of different ways.
Melody Jacob
Beautiful summer outfit in white, very right for the season. I’m glad the boys weren’t frightened of the bees.
https://www.melodyjacob.com/2023/07/pleated-midi-dress.html
mimifce
Me too, since I thought they would be. But the bees didn’t bother anyone at all.
Sally in St Paul
Such a pretty dress – love it with the blue sneakers and the blue scarf on your basket!
mimifce
Thanks, Sally!
jodie
I love how you added the scarf to your basket that way Mireille. And that dress will definitely stand the test of time. It’s fabulous.
XOOX
Jodie
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mimifce
And to think, I was thinking of returning it when I got it. I have worn it in so many ways.
Marsha Banks
Mireille, you honestly should be on the cover of a magazine with these photos! The dress is perfection, and the lavender fields just make it better! Absolutely gorgeous!
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mimifce
Thanks, Marsha! This place was so pretty!
Nancy
What a lovely summer look. I have my eyes on a white skirt, I don’t have anything white. Enjoy your weekend.
Jennifer Pickering
This is beautiful! Better than all of the other lavender fields I’ve been to here!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
mimifce
Exactly: the one I had been too before didn’t compare.
Suzy Turner
Mireille, you look absolutely beautiful in these photos! It’s clear that you were having a wonderful time, and so lovely that the boys enjoyed it too. I love lavender but I have never been to a lavender farm! I seriousoly need to add that to my bucket list because I know I would love it as much as you!
Big hugs
Suzy xx
mimifce
I was such a nice place. And yes, the boys really enjoyed it!
Kathrine Eldridge
Perfect look for a trip to the lavender farm! I saw this dress on Insta and fell in love. The scent of lavender is so amazing!
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mimifce
I have been surprised how much I like it, when I first bought it, I wasn’t sure because it is so flowy but there are so many options because of that.
Gail
Perfect dress for the lavender farm. I went to one here last year but we weren’t able to pick the lavender, they use it for toiletries and ice cream. Thanks for linking and have a good weekend
mimifce
I wore the dress again today with a Red Chinese jacket/shirt.
Alexandra
Wow! I’ve never been to a Lavender Farm, but now I definitely need to! You’ve picked a lovely Summery dress for the visit. Beautiful!
mimifce
Lavender farms are really pretty. Nothing in the US compares to the ones in France but there’s still some nice ones.