Right about now, I want nothing more than spring warmth on my skin. Not too mention, every single store you enter is stocked up with dresses, shorts, tanks, and bright colors. I am so ready for next season and so is my closet. My spring clothes are just hanging there staring at me in the face silently screaming….”Wear me!”
Recently, on one of my shameful shopping trips (it’s shameful because I practiced no self control and just blew my budget….oops!) I found this sexy little animal print dress that is perfect my for spring vacation to Puerto Rico. I can’t wait to wear it and lounge beach side with a drink in hand, playing dominoes, and listening to the waves. But I didn’t want to wait too long to wear it so, I perused my closet for this adorable outfit.
The dress is from a local boutique in Austin called FOUND and when I discovered it, I knew I was in trouble. When scouring my closet, I pulled out a sweater that was given to me by great friend and old roommate, Allison. For some odd reason, she did not want the sweater anymore and passed it down to me. She must have know that I’m always down for a freebie plus the cutouts on the sleeves add a special touch.
To accessorize the look, I wanted to be daring and mix another animal print hence, the leopard backpack. I found this at my fav boutique in Austin, Beehive . It was like love at first sight and I had to own it. It such a lightweight roomy backpack that I will use for traveling, going to concerts and everything in between.
Have fun mixing and matching different seasons! It’s so much fun to reinvent your closet.
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When I saw this on Instagram I was obsessed with it! I love that dress and you styled it perfectly for these cold days!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Thanks Megan! We love your instafeed too! And I too am obsessed with this dress, can’t wait to borrow it!
xo-Jennifer
I feel your pain about this freezing weather!! I love the idea of layering a sweater over a warmer weather dress – brilliant!
xx,emily
http://barry818.com/
Thanks Emily! We can’t wait for it to be warm enough to wear the dress without the sweater too!
xo-Jennifer & Melissa
Not long until Spring now. Woo!
I love the cut out detail on those sweater!
Corinne x
Thank you Corinne! This sweater is the best for layering over dresses! Can’t wait for it to be warmer though!
xo-Jennifer & Melissa
I am all about using clothing year-round and this is a perfect example of repurposing spring or summer pieces and making them winter-wearable! Love the print and the backpack is FAB! Adorable!
xox, Maya Beth
mylifeasmaya.com
Thank you for checking us out Maya! We are so glad to have a great Instabuddy in you! And I can’t wait to borrow that backpack from melissa soon!
xo-Jennifer
Love the cut-outs on your sweater! So fun!!
xo Jaime
http://www.therealfashionista.com
Thanks Jaime! This sweater is so cute and the cut out really make it special!
xo-Jennifer
Your skirt is so pretty!
xo
http://www.laurajaneatelier.com
Thanks Laura! Its actually a great little dress Melissa picked up for her trip to Puerto Rico layered with a sweater on top! How cute is that?!
xo-Jennifer
I love how you made the stress winter appropriate! You look beautiful.
Heidi D.
http://www.wishesandreality.com
Thanks for Heidi! I am obsessed with Melissa’s dress too! I hope she lets me borrow it..hehe
xo-Jennifer
Agreed! Love wearing my favorites all year ’round. Easy to transition. I think you’ll love my post on statement pieces as well
http://www.dress2byou.blogspot.com
xx, Ashley Rae
Same! I have some dresses of mine that I just love to repurpose for winter and fall! We will definitely check it out!
xo-Jennifer & Melissa
This outfit looks fantastic! I am happy you are getting wear out of a sweater that no longer fits me! Love you!
Thanks for checking us out Allison! Love a good sweater swap among friends!
xo-Jennifer
I love your backpack!
– Deniz
http://www.dressedupdeniz.com
Thanks Deniz! Her Mom gave it to her for Christmas, isn’t it adorable? It perfect for some music festivals coming up this spring!
xo-Jennifer & Melissa
Beautiful, as always! Love this outfit on you – you’re simply stunning!!
xoxo, Vanessa
http://www.whatwouldvwear.net
Thanks for checking us out Vanessa! We love your blog and are so flattered that you love ours too! Wishing you a wonderful Thursday tomorrow!
xo-Jennifer