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Mom Style #18: When You’re Feeling a Bit Trendy [DressLily to the rescue!]

June 20, 2016

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Skirt:
c/o DressLilly [exact]
Graphic Tee: c/o DressLily [exact]
Heels: Target [similar]

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Skirt: c/o DressLily [exact]
Graphic Tee: c/o DressLily [exact]
Heels: Target [similar]

You know those days when you just feel like jumping on the trendy bandwagon?  Yep, today was one of those days.  I’ve never owned a graphic tee (do race t-shirts count?) so when I saw this one from DressLily, I had to have it. And let’s be honest…it’s pretty much my mantra these days.

I’ve seen the whole t-shirt on top/dressier skirt on bottom looks on Pinterest and in blog-land, so thought I’d give it a try. I feel like this could be cute with a blazer or jean jacket over it in a casual office environment.  And the lace skirt is OH so cute (although a little on the sheer side). I have an odd obsession with lace, and needed an upgrade to my incredibly old, worn out black pencil skirt so this one fit the bill. And for under $14?  Can’t beat it. Oh, and the t-shirt? Under $8!

I am trying to make a conscious decision to spend my yearly clothing allotment on classic, quality items, but for the times when I want to add a trendier item to my closet, I’d totally check out DressLily. They have really cute items, free shipping and the prices are incredibly affordable (oh, and here’s a coupon for $10 off $50 if you’re interested!)  A couple tips though for shopping here:

1) Start with a free account at Ebates and find Dress Lily. You get another 2.5% cash back on your order!
2) Shipping is free, but it will take a long time to get to you if you are in the US. My order took about 3 weeks (I’m still waiting on the 3rd item in my order, this black romper.)
3) Pay attention to the sizing on each item! The sizes are WAY different than what you typically are. Just go with the measurements and you are golden. No vanity sizing here, people!

Graphic tees- love ’em or hate ’em? What’s does your favorite graphic tee say?

Check out my previous looks: Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Volume 3 | Volume 4 | Volume 5 | Volume 6 | Volume 7|Volume 8 | Volume 9 | Volume 10 | Volume 11 | Volume 12 | Volume 13 | Volume 14 | Volume 15 | Volume 16 | Volume 17

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Disclosure: This post was in collaboration with DressLily. I received a credit to shop in exchange for a blog post. Thanks for supporting the brands that support me!

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  1. Kristin says

    June 21, 2016 at 9:45 am

    I love that tshirt! I need it!!

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    • Valerie says

      June 21, 2016 at 10:10 am

      Isn’t it?! So true right?

      Reply
  2. Shelbee on the Edge says

    June 21, 2016 at 6:00 pm

    I love a graphic tee but it really needs to speak to me! (Pun intended). So many of them just don’t mean anything to me. But coffee tees…these are right up my alley! Super cute outfit!

    I hope you will join my On the Edge of the Week Link Up this Friday!

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

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  3. Jill says

    June 23, 2016 at 1:52 pm

    I love your fun tee paired with the lace skirt! This is such a stylish look!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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    • Valerie says

      June 29, 2016 at 8:58 am

      Thanks Jill! Gotta go for it when the trendy mood strikes :-)

      Reply
  4. Anne says

    June 23, 2016 at 9:54 pm

    Such a fun fancy/casual mix! And though I don’t drink coffee at all (just never acquired a taste) I still love the tee – the font is so graphic that it makes it a fun stand-out piece to wear.

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    • Valerie says

      June 29, 2016 at 8:57 am

      I never really liked coffee until a couple years ago– I think out of necessity HA! Now if only I could do less cream/sugar than coffee in my cup :-)

      Reply
  5. Ruth says

    June 24, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    Such a cute outfit! I love the t shirt and it’s so true! Love your style lady!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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    • Valerie says

      June 29, 2016 at 8:56 am

      Thanks Ruth! It’s my mantra lately, for sure :-)

      Reply
  6. Savvy Southern Chic says

    June 25, 2016 at 4:41 pm

    I need that tee! Love how you paired it with the lace skirt for a dressier look. Thanks for linking up at Jersey Girl Texas Heart this week.

    Reply
    • Valerie says

      June 29, 2016 at 8:55 am

      I don’t do graphic tees really, but this one is so so true. :-)

      Reply

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  1. June 2016 Clothing Budget - The Style Files says:
    July 23, 2016 at 6:48 am

    […] I’m still trying to decide if I want to keep the Old Navy activewear and romper. They had a 40% off sale and I’m still waiting for the order to arrive, but we’ll see how they fit.  Otherwise, I added some dresses and basic summer style staples to my closet, along with two pairs of sandals. The glitter pair was a replacement of the ones I got when I was pregnant and I had to size up due to my swollen ankles. Much better!  And I’m LOVING the skort from Athleta. Yes, just when I thought skorts were a distant memory of the 90s, they are back. But they are awesome. They have bike shorts underneath and it’s a really breathable/fast drying material. Perfect for chasing messy toddlers, among other things! Rounded out the purchases with a few workout pieces (typical for me) and of course, also had a few pieces from a collaboration with DressLily, including this romper, this black lace skirt and graphic tee (worn here). […]

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I'm Valerie: full-time mama and wife, part-time corporate gal. Based in the Chicago burbs. Loves coffee, a good workout and chocolate. Aspiring minimalist. I’m in the midst of finding my style– from fashion & fitness to healthy living to motherhood and beyond!

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