Monday 19 October 2020

Layering Maxi Dresses For Spring | Weekday Wear Link Up

For today's Weekday Wear link up, I was making the most of spring weather here in Brisbane and layering up my maxi dresses. One on a slightly cooler spring day, and another for a much warmer day that was almost summer-like!

What I wore:

Jeanswest Chantelle blue printed maxi dress with denim jacket and bright accessories peach and magenta for spring | awayfromblue

navy printed maxi dress with Rebecca Minkoff chevron quilted small Love crossbody bag in pale coral | away from blue

awayfromblue Instagram | layering blue printed maxi dress with denim jacket and bright accessories for spring

Earrings: Piper gold heart earrings
Jacket: Jeanswest Kitty denim biker jacket
Necklace: thrifted magenta pink statement beaded necklace
Dress:  Jeanswest 'Chantelle' crochet detail blue printed maxi dress
ShoesMarc by Marc Jacobs logo plaque flats in camel
BagRebecca Minkoff chevron quilted small Love crossbody bag in pale coral

Why I wore it:

Dressed up a little more than I usually would for a work from home day! This blue printed jersey maxi dress is so incredibly comfortable and was perfect for the school run, sitting at my desk all day, a zoom fashion launch, and taking my son to an appointment in the afternoon. A very busy day! I wanted something bright to wear for the zoom TVSN spring/summer fashion catalogue launch. I've been invited to the events before but it's in another state so I couldn't join. With the restrictions and it being online I was able to join this time! Conveniently over lunchtime, I was able to attend in the middle of the work day and ooh and aah over all the pretty fashion pieces (some very out of my budget though!) before diving back into work.

I like pink with this blue maxi dress but I've never worn this particular magenta necklace with it before, and thought this would be a fun statement piece that was suitably bright for the summery designs we were shown. I really liked the combination, and couldn't resist adding even more colour with the little peach Rebecca Minkoff small love bag. I have paired this bag with pink sandals before and I enjoyed the colours together then too. Plus this bag was overdue a wear!

As it was a little cool for a sleeveless maxi dress, especially for the morning school run and afternoon appointment, I layered the denim jacket on top.





What I wore:


Marc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown | awayfromtheblue

away from blue Instagram | spring maxi dress layered grey v-neck tee layered over Kmart floral maxi dress with carob brown mbmj fran bag

Necklace: thrifted Equip gold and marble station necklace
TeeAtmos&Here charcoal grey v neck tee
Dress: Kmart Tropicana sleeveless tiered maxi dress
ShoesNovo Tawny rose gold sandals
Bracelets: the usual plus pearl and rose gold bracelet stack
BagMarc By Marc Jacobs Classic Q Fran bag with gold hardware in carob brown

Why I wore it:

This was a very fun day! Took the boys for a very overdue haircut and a tiny trim for myself - I am growing my hair out to donate it again but I need to get better at regularly getting it trimmed so it grows in healthier! After the haircut we wandered through the shopping centre to check out the opshop which was preloved book heaven - tables and tables of books. I tried to quickly browse through and pick up a few from authors I've enjoyed reading already, and the kids got a big book haul too!

Had a wonderful picnic lunch as well, enjoying the summery feel of the day!

The only thing I didn't like about the summer-like spring day was that in an effort to try mix up this dress a little I wore the grey tee over it, and it turned into a much too hot and humid day to have added an extra layer! I did like the outfit, just not so much walking around outside in the heat.

Just like the Rebecca Minkoff small Love bag above, this Marc by Marc Jacobs Fran bag is definitely overdue a wear! I used to have a little collection of Marc by Marc Jacobs bags but this is the only one I have left now - and every time I use it I love it, it was nice to get it out again and I loved how it fit everything including all of our water bottles and some snacks inside. Have been using it more since, it was a good decision to get it out my handbag cupboard for this day!



How You Can Wear It:

A maxi dress is easy to layer up in spring! Try a denim jacket over the top for a cooler day or a simple tee on a warmer day.


Weekday Wear Linkup #92


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85 comments:

  1. That blue dress is gorgeous Mica! What a beautiful deep color! have a great start of the week!

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  2. That blue is so pretty on you! Perfect for a Zoom fashion show! I guess that is one of the nice things about this pandemic - we are getting to attend things virtually we wouldn't normally be able to attend. I am still anxious to get back to normal though! Thanks for the link up Mica and I hope your week is off to a great start!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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    1. yes it was fun to get the chance to attend!

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  3. Mica, you wear maxi dresses so well! I love the prints on both of these and I am always a fan of a moto jacket with a dress. I am loving the color of your jacket! And I really need to try layering sweaters or tees on top of dresses for a unique look. I love that!

    Shelbee
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  4. Both looks are lovely Mica! That denim jacket really dresses up this first dress. So chic! Thanks for the link up!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  5. love your dress and necklace! You look great!

    Life is a Shoe

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  6. So fun you got to watch the fashion show over zoom! I love your blue maxi dress and layers! That peach bag is the perfect finishing touch!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  7. This reminds me that I need to get Jona in for a haircut too! Where does the time go? I love these looks--that first one is my favorite, just because I adore that jacket and the color of the necklace with that dress. Everything about it is so pretty!

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  8. I love how orange and blue came together in that first outfit! That blue maxi is perfect for you! How fun that you were able to join a lunchtime fashion event. That's the thing about zoom and other training and events, they are just much more accessible to everyone these days. Have a great week!

    bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

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  9. Ack! Had a long comment typed up then it disappeared:( Anyhoo....great outfits as always, and love the magenta with the blue for sure:)

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  10. I really like the second look: the bright print is so pretty! And love the statement necklace with it. I have been giving the 3 youngest boys haircuts for the past 3 months in a attempt to save some money: prices have gone up and with a tip, it is just too much when I can do a decent job.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. I don't trust myself trying to cut it myself - need a professional, haha!

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  11. hello Mica
    you are very chic in your first outfit, you with layered looks for spring and me with layered looks for autumn ahahah !!
    Thanks for the invitation to the link up !!
    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  12. That blue dress is really lovely - sometimes it's satisfying to dress up a bit to work from home (I've done it more than a few times).

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  13. Mica, you look amazing in both outfits! I have a maxi that's kinda in the same color fam as the maxi you wore with the denim jacket. I think I'm going to do a shoot of it soon. I visited the hairdresser after the longest time and found out my hair has evolved to become thinner in texture. My hairdresser said it's normal as we age. Hahah. I've always wanted soft hair so I don't mind it. She told me to come for regular trims if I want to grow out my hair. I got layers done and I'm glad that the bulk of my hair is no longer there as it's super hot here these days! :D I love the second outfit too. The floral skirt just pops out with the grey top :D

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    1. yes I need to try go for regular trims to keep my hair growing faster so I can donate it sooner! I am just not used to going so often!

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  14. Love both of your looks with printed maxi dresses, Mica! A zoom fashion show sounds like so much fun, a nice treat to break up the work day. I have learned to cut my husband's hair with the clippers during Covid, and it is coming out pretty well with practice. My own self hair cuts, though-yikes! I could use a professional as soon as the salons open back up.
    I haven't been to a salon in seven months due to Covid

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    1. We are lucky our salons stayed open the whole time :)

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  15. I can't wait until I can start going back to browsing stores! It's really the little things like that you miss in crazy times like this. I always enjoy both of these dresses so it's great seeing all the different ways you style them!
    https://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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    1. Hope it gets safe enough for you to do that soon!

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  16. beautiful look
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  17. Woah! That blue dress is INCREDIBLE. I absolutely love it! Such a gorgeous piece and that jacket over top is just perfection. Your style is always so fabulous. Love love love!
    the creation of beauty is art.

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  18. Love both looks.. love how you have accessorized both outfits.

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  19. That's cool you saw the fashion show over zoom! Love both looks!

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  20. Two beautiful outfits Mica. Both dresses look gorgeous but I especially love the first one styled with the blue jacket. You always have the perfect bags to go with your outfits!
    Hope it's ok I linked up a yoga pants outfit for hiking today as it's not really a weekday wear outfit for me ... but maybe it is for some.
    Ellibelle's Corner

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    1. Of course it's okay! Thank you for linking up! :)

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  21. Love maxi's all year round- and especially this year! I have so many ideas on how to style them up. I love how you wore yours! xx

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  22. Love both looks hun!
    xx- Nina
    http://www.stylingwithnina.com/2020/10/how-to-style-snake-printed-blazer.html

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  23. Love the tee over the maxi dress in the second look. Is that tee tucked in? So perfectly arranged at the waist!! Just love it.

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    1. It's just rolled - it's a stretchy fabric so tends to stay in place if I roll it up.

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  24. It's such a good idea to have a tee over a maxi dress! I guess you cold just remove it if it was to hot? I'm loving maxi dresses at the moment. I never used to wear them before but now I'm all about them haah.

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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    1. Yes, a good reason to layer, easy to change up your outfit! :)

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  25. The first outfit is my fave - these blues look so good on you, Mica! I really like how the peach and pinks pop off the blue too - a great combination of colours. In the second outfit, frankly, the grey tee looks dingy beside the vibrant colours of the dress, and I'm not sure that the brown bag works with all of it - it's a gorgeous colour and a lovely bag, but maybe not with grey? Regardless, I love your accessorizing in that outfit with the necklace and metallic shoes (well done!).

    Aw, good for you for growing your hair for donation again! Glad you restocked on your books! I have bags of them to donate, but am waiting for the pick-up service to resume as I don't have a car.

    Have a wonderful week, and thank you so much for the link-up!

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    1. I do see what you mean! :) I just love both pieces though so I really liked them together :)

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  26. I love both looks here, Mica. If I hadn't seen the title of your post, the second outfit could very well have been a maxi skirt and tee, but since I know it's a maxi dress I'm hearing you on it being too warm for that almost summery day. I love the denim jacket worn over your first maxi dress, but most of all, I'm swooning over that gorgeous magenta necklace! Wishing you a lovely week ahead, Mica! xxx

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  27. I have that moto jacket too and wear it with so much! I love the color. Perfect for all seasons. You look beautiful in blue!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  28. These are both amazing styles :-D Looking good :-D

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  29. Love your clever maxi dress layering, I would have never guessed the look with the tee wasn't with a skirt!

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  30. Such beatiful colors in both maxis! And loving that pink necklace too <3

    Green Fashionista

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  31. That jersey maxi dress is so pretty. I like the print and the colour. Blue suits you. The pink accessories are perfect with it. You look fantastic in this, such a great look for a busy day.
    I also like the second combo of a basic tee and a maxi skirt. Very pretty.

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  32. I love how looking nice can still include being so comfortable with these kind of dresses Mica!!!
    Xoxo
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  33. I am jealous you are getting into Spring as our weather gets colder and colder. Love that first blue maxi dress. The print looks like a cool embossed crocodile animal print!

    Welcome by and join my special Pink Week Linkup this week. =)

    https://eleganceandmommyhood.blogspot.com/2020/10/pink-week-for-breast-cancer-millennial.html

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  34. That blue is such a great color on you! Happy Monday!
    Cheryl Shops | www.cherylshops.net

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  35. I love the bright necklace and your blue dress paired together! These are both such cute outfits!

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  36. Oh, wow! I love that first outfit! You look really great!

    Alexandra
    EyeLoveKnots.com

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  37. Love your style
    of layering.

    Ann
    https://roomsofinspiration.blogspot.com/

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  38. This blue and peach combo looks gorgeous on you, Mica! You have the best dress collection!

    I hope you are having a great week!

    Amber

    Visit AvecAmber.com

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  39. I really love the Rebecca Minkoff purse!

    https://ahleessa4realz.blogspot.com/

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  40. Such cute looks Mica, and I really really love the first one! The dress looks so good with that jacket. The fashion catalogue launch sounds very cool - I would love to hear more about it! And that's really cool you're growing your hair for donation. I always do that too and am definitely in need of a trim.

    Miles of smiles,
    Grace

    gracefulrags.com

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    1. I've only done it once so far but I'd like to do it more regularly!

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  41. Both outfits are great, but I really love the blue outfit with peach purse. Wonderful combination!

    Michelle
    https://mybijoulifeonline.com

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  42. I love the addition of the denim jacket in look one, it's such a great layering piece. Blue really suits you! x

    Sophie
    www.glowsteady.co.uk

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  43. Love the blue dress - and I agree about maxis being comfortable. I've gravitated to them quite frequently this summer, we'll see how our winter goes. And of course, that maxi skirt is always a winner!
    Grace & Peace, Iris
    www.IrisOriginalsRamblings.com

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  44. WOW, I love the blue outfit...it really suits you, you look amazing!
    Your red skirt and navy top combine so well too.
    I haven't worn a maxi skirt for ages...but you have now inspired me. I feel a shopping trip coming on...😉
    Thank you so much for another super and inspiring post!😊😊

    Hugs xxx

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  45. I like the first dress so much, it looks perfect even for an at-home day. Too bad you got too warm in the second outfit, a cute one, too!

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  46. I love how easy it is to layer a maxi dress! Well done, Mica!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  47. You have the best bag collection! I'm love the first look where you styled the orange and blue together! Such a great combo!

    Eileen | yesmissy.com

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  48. Your hair grows so fast - mine grows so slowly I would possibly only be able to donate it once every ten years.

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    1. Thanks! I've been thinking it's growing really slowly this time around!

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  49. I absolutely love your blue maxi dress, it's gorgeous, Mica! :)

    I hope all is well with you and you're having a great week, so far.

    Make Life Marvelous

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  50. I adore your bag! SO envious that it's Spring there - my favourite season! x

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  51. I love the first maxi dress! It's so perfect for Spring! I hope you're having a great week! Thanks for sharing! :)

    melissakacar.blogspot.com

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  52. I love the blue maxi dress outfit. A family friend lives in S.Australia and told us how strict things still are, so I understand. The fashion launch on Zoom sounds fun!

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    1. We are lucky most restrictions are lifted here in Queensland - we haven't had any virus cases in over 40 days in this state.

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  53. Looking so good in your maxi dresses Mica. I have seen how warm your days have been up there , ours are slowly warming up. Many thanks for hosting, enjoy your week.

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  54. At first glance, the beautiful blue dress has a motif that looks like a crocodile skin motif ... is it true? Mix and match your clothes to look harmonious.
    Regards.

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  55. Lovely outfits!

    Carina | https://carinazz.blogspot.com/

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  56. Fantastic that this time you were able to join the fahion zoom session - you wore definitely the perfect look, not only for this session! And I like the second look, too, even better that this day was a fun day for you. Kudos to you, you will donate your hair again <3
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    www.dressedwithsoul.com

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  57. You did such an amazing job layering these maxi dresses. Maxi dresses can be so versatile!

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  58. Your maxi dress and your maxi skirt are really amazing. Have a beautiful day!
    https://chicchedimamma.com/

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  59. Both looks are lovely Mica. I love how versatile a maxi dress is;
    Julia x
    https://www.thevelvetrunway.com/

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  60. I like how you wore both dresses, but the first outfit is my favorite! I always like the look of a jacket over a long dress.

    Ekaterina | Polar Bear Style

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  61. That first dress looks amazing on you. Hope you are doing well.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home

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  62. Your outfits are always so stylish and comfortable. Hope you are having a lovely fall so far :)

    https://www.chicnpink.com

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  63. Thanks all for your kind comments - and for joining the link up! :)

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