Every year since I was a little girl I have always bought a new outfit to wear on my Birthday (Hello shopping at Limited Too! Anyone remember that store? haha). This Birthday was no different. Operation “find the perfect birthday dress” had commenced the beginning of March.
With off-the-shoulders being the best Spring trend ever invented (all opinions are my own) I started searching around the internet for the perfect stylish yet classic piece to wear on my special day. The heavens opened up when I spotted this adorable off-the-shoulder blue ruffled striped dress from LOFT on their Instagram. With just the click of a button (and 40% off LOFT sales) my soon to be Birthday dress was on it’s way to it’s new home.
LOFT Dress | Pom Pom Clutch | Kohl’s Hat | Gap Shoes (similar)
I planned the perfect night around my dress (only slightly joking). I wore it to dinner at a local restaurant with my family and ice cream on the beach afterwards. In case you missed it, I wrote a full recap of my birthday weekend here. Man I just love the beach and being able to enjoy taking photos with such a beautiful backdrop. It’s a Birthday night (and outfit) I will never forget.
LOFT Dress | Pom Pom Clutch | Kohl’s Hat | Gap Shoes (similar)
There is honestly nothing I don’t like about this off-the-shoulder dress! This fit is amazing (ordered an XS), plus the girly ruffles and the striped pattern only add to it’s greatness. When I first ordered it I was concerned it may be to frilly for me but it’s the perfect amount of feminine and structured. For those who don’t know, I don’t do frills, just not me.
There are ties on the dress that tie at the shoulders but I tucked them into the dress. Either way the dress looks great but since we were outside I wanted to show more skin. The dress can easily be dressed up with wedges and fun earrings for Spring and summer outdoor weddings. I kept it casual since I planned on walking on the beach after dinner and a belly full of ice cream.
I can already tell this dress will get so much use over the summer. What I really hate is buying super trendy pieces and then not being able to wear them for years to come. That’s not the case with this dress. I can’t wait to invest in some more casual off-the-shoulder dresses. Their my go-to after long beach days and summer heat. Plus, just think how cute you will look showing up to a friends BBQ wearing such a fun style dress like this striped one here or this tribal print one!
28 Comments
Sarah
April 12, 2017 at 1:47 pmThis dress is so cute!!!
katieskronicles
April 12, 2017 at 2:24 pmThanks so much Sarah!!!! =) I’m sure hoping LOFT has some sales this weekend for Easter!
Tiffany
April 12, 2017 at 3:55 pmLoving the dress and clutch! I definitely need the clutch for my next vaca.
katieskronicles
April 12, 2017 at 6:24 pmThanks Tiffany!!! The clutch was a last minute sale purchase and I am sure glad I bought it. It matches with so many things! The clutch would be perfect for any vacation!!
Josh goodman
April 12, 2017 at 4:25 pmI love these images, and the dress looks great. Really fits the style of the photo shoot as well!
katieskronicles
April 12, 2017 at 6:24 pmThanks so much Josh!! Appreciate the kind words.
Ashley
April 13, 2017 at 4:34 amOh my gosh, I absolutely love that dress. Perfect for the beach! And the pom poms were such a unique touch!
Much love,
Ashley from Dear Ash
katieskronicles
April 13, 2017 at 3:14 pmThanks Ashley!!!! It really is the perfect beach dress.
Sina
April 13, 2017 at 3:25 pmThis outfit is perfection! Love the off the shoulder ruffle. And happy belated birthday!
katieskronicles
April 13, 2017 at 3:48 pmThanks for the Birthday wishes Sina!!! =) =) I agree, the dress is wonderful!!!
Caroline Thompson
April 17, 2017 at 6:12 pmADORABLE outfit. And duh, I remember Limited Too! My mom would drop some serious stacks come sale time…
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katieskronicles
April 17, 2017 at 9:08 pmthank you Caroline!!! Yesss, I’m so glad someone else remembered that store. I was thinking I may be alone in that arena. YES my mom probably hated making a special trip to Orlando every few months so I could shop in that store but I loved it so much!
Jessi Agadoni
April 17, 2017 at 6:36 pmYou’re darling in that dress! Happy birthday sweet girl!
katieskronicles
April 17, 2017 at 9:07 pmThanks Jessi!!! =) And thanks for the Birthday wishes! =)
Allison
April 17, 2017 at 7:04 pmThat dress is adorable! You look super cute in your birthday suit 😉
katieskronicles
April 17, 2017 at 9:07 pmhaha thanks!!!! It was on sale this weekend for 50% off. LOFT will most likely have a big sale again!
Meileilan
April 17, 2017 at 8:02 pmThat is a perfect birthday suit. It definitely gives you that refreshing look and the view is just stunning.
katieskronicles
April 17, 2017 at 9:06 pmThanks!!!!! I do love the ocean very much!
Sincerely Ophelia
April 17, 2017 at 9:28 pmHappy Birthday! It’s really simple and cute. Love the fresh look!
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katieskronicles
April 18, 2017 at 1:46 amThanks Ophelia!!! =) =)
Christie Moeller
April 18, 2017 at 1:55 amHappy Birthday! That dress is EVERYTHING! Love it.
xox Christie
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katieskronicles
April 18, 2017 at 2:42 amThanks for the Birthday wishes. =) =) And I know, isn’t the dress THE best!!!! Can’t wait to wear it again.
Andrea
April 18, 2017 at 1:21 pmWhat a pretty dress! Im obsessed with the off the shoulder trend too! Loved the pom poms on the clutch as well. Happy belated birthday!
xo,
Andrea
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katieskronicles
April 18, 2017 at 1:27 pmThanks so much Andrea!!!
Daphne
April 20, 2017 at 2:09 amThis dress is so adorable! You look beautiful and the beach backdrop is perfect.
Happy belated birthday 🙂
katieskronicles
April 20, 2017 at 1:45 pmThanks Daphne!!! =)
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