Hi Everyone
Remember a while back in June when I talked about the Alie street press event?
I talked about three gorgeous dresses, one of which I was asked to choose? Well I after much and I say much, deliberating and help from my readers here’s the dress that was chosen
The Holly dress in Porcelain Blue came out top choice! I ran a couple of poll’s on Facebook and a couple of other media sites and asked everyone to choose their favourite dress from the three I had taken a photograph of.
I fell in love with all three dresses above and just couldn’t make my mind up! The Atlanta Dress on the left with its pastel shades of Pink and Blue came in a very close second. All three dresses were cooed over by the readers.You may have remembered responding yourself?
When the Holly Dress arrived it didn’t disappoint either! The pattern is just so striking and vibrant. The fit is perfect. but I already knew that it would be. I wore the same design back in January in The Midnight Garden pattern.You can read about it here That dress is still available to buy.
I love the fit of these dresses, they are very forgiving! I think it’s the vibrancy of the pattern that’s the secret. The dress has elastane in it too which is a big helper.
I’m letting the dress do all the talking today, keeping it simple. The dress speaks all for itself and doesn’t need much added. However, it could be dressed up perfectly for a wedding with other accessories. A hat for a wedding or more dressier shoes and bag.And later in the year a Navy blazer or a dressy jacket will be perfect
I’ve chosen my Navy sandals to wear with the dress today, but I can’t help thinking that White or Navy court shoes would look better. What do you think? I still worry about the Essex girl stigma about wearing White court shoes!
The Alie street brand has been worn by many a celebrity too! This dress has been seen on tv worn by Susanna Reid from This Morning and Judy Murrey wore the dress on The Great British Menu
I wonder if Judy wore it to Wimbledon?
A white clutch and my pearls and Silver bangle were all that was needed to finish the look. I just wanted to share the detailing at the bust area too.
So please do pop over and take a look at the Alie Street brand. And take a look at the celebrity “As worn by” gallery. I love having a nose at what they are wearing! You can’t beat a classic, forever in fashion dress. I chose the dress that everyone loved most, now I’d like to hear what you think of it.
Dress co/Alie Street
Pearls co/ Claudia Bradby
Clutch / FandF
Have a great week everyone
Xo Laurie
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Great dress – and what good taste your readers have 😉 Thanks for sharing with #PoCoLo xx
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Thank you, Stephanie. It was interesting reading everyone’s thoughts xx
great dress, love it
Oh, this dress looks even more beautiful on you! It is such a beautiful pattern and colors. I like the simple styling, as well. Thanks for linking up with Fabulous Friday!
Jennie
Beautiful dress! You look pretty!
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You look beautiful in this dress! The blue is so pretty!
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A good choice Laurie for sure. Another brand I hadn't heard of, will have to up my game for sure. #TweensTeensBeyond
I did not like the dress much, but as I read and went down the page you won me over. It looks beautiful and I like your ideas to compliment the dress.
Kathleen
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Beautiful dress! I remember seeing the three you were deliberating over – I think I voted for number one but I thought at the time that this one is probably more your style. You look lovely as always!
Emma xxx
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Thank you Emma . I'm still hankering after the first one xx
You look simply stunning in this dress!
Thank you Amy xx
I, too, love a dress with a bit of stretch to it – we all need a little help from time to time 😉 However, I have to say – stretch or no stretch – that dress looks absolutely stunning on you! And those shoes really ground the whole look – love it 🙂
Thank you so much Jelica. Thank you for your kind words and stopping by. I hope you return xx
Ohh it looks lovely, such a pretty dress. Popping over from #PoCoLo
Thank you Helen xx
Beautiful look, love the dress!
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Thank you Rachel xx
All the dresses are gorgeous! I can definitely see where the difficulty in choosing one came in. Great choice as well, the dress is so lovely on you, I also love the colours and vibrant print.
Princess Audu
Thank you Sarah. Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you return xx
Fab dress Laurie. A versatile addition to your wardrobe. The colouring suits you too.
Thank you Anna. I love the colour.Have you seen the vintage bloom shade? That's gorgeous too xx
You look awesome in this porcelain dress! Thanks for linking up to Top of the the World Style
Thank you Nicole xx
Wow, you look so amazing!
The dress is truly unique und suits you amazingly! What an inspiration!
Much love,
Andy
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Thank you Andy! Thanks for stopping by.
This dress is beautiful on you! I love the unique and statement pattern on it!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thank you Jess xx
It looks gorgeous on you. Think that was my favourite. Yes, can see where you're going on shoes, maybe a navy court would match the mood of the dress, but maybe a bit too closed in and hot for summer, so you're probably bang on with sandals, and they really are gorgeous.
I do remember the high white courts and fleckie jeans of the 80s and that look was nationwide. I personally don't have many white shoes as I always think I look like Minnie Mouse in them! Though she did have a megastar boyfriend so maybe I need to rethink …
I think a different sandal or Navy courts it should be Mary. I just don't think my sandals are doing the dress justice xx
Good to find out about a new clothing brand
Thank you. I hope you like it! xx
Lovely dress which fits so well. The blue does it for me and celebs choosing it too! That's pretty exciting. Thanks for sharing with #bestandworst
Thank you Sarah xx
All three dresses are really lovely, Laurie, and any one of them would have looked amazing on you. The beauty you picked has such a pretty print and that fit is amazing!! Love visiting your site. You always dazzle me with your incredible style!
xxMary
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Mary You are too kind! But thank you so much! You give me confidence xx
What a gorgeous dress. You look lovely and I can't imagine you would have gone wrong with any of the choices.
Thank you! I loved all three too! I have my eye on a gorgeous one for winter from this brand too. Thank you for stopping by xx
A lovely choice of dress and I love how it fits under the bust. #bloggerclubuk
Thank you! I do think this is what makes the dress flattering. The way the dress sits and the material helps give a slimming silhouette xx
I love the dress it is beautiful. Also you look stunning in it x #bloggerclubuk
Thank you so much! xx
You look fabulous in that dress, it really does suit you #bestandworst
Thank you so much Lisa. Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you return xx
Beautiful dress Laurie, you look great in it 🙂 x
Thank you Claire xx
Excellent choice, Laurie, you look fabulous in it
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Thank you Anna xx
Wow! Very very nice! The second one is very beautiful too!
Thank you Nancy xx
I can see why this dress came out on top! It's stunning with its colors and print and is very flattering on you!
Thank you so much Laura xx
This is a really classy dress. The print reminds me of Delftware from Holland.
bisous
Suzanne
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Haha! Suzanne you hit the nail right on the head! I knew I liked this pattern for a reason! xx
Beautiful dress, just love this print! Thanks for joining in on the Style File Link up today!
-Karen
http://LadyinViolet.com
Thank you Karen xx
You look stunning in this dress! Love how you accessorized it too.
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Thank you Darlene. Great to see you back here xx
You made a lovely selection with that dress! And your accessorizing is perfect. I also think that white court shoes would be another stunning choice of footwear – regardless of stereotypes. 😉
xo, janea
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Thank you so much Janea. I kept the whole thing classic, but un-datable. Thank you for your kind words xx
Although I chose the pastel pink and blue one, I think the final winner looks absolutely stunning on you. Definitely the right choice! xxx
Thank you Anne.Yes that was my second choice. A very close second! xx
Great Choice Laurie, my fave too! Xx
Thank you Ashley. Glad you like it xx
How fab to be dressing like the stars! #tweensteensbeyond
Thank you Nicky. I certainly feel lucky! This is my third dress from Alie Street and I love them all!
I love that dress! Looks stunning on you. I'm partial to blue!
Thank you Heather.It's a lovely deep shade of Blue too.
I remember voting for that one 🙂 It is such a lovely pattern, unusual and striking. It looks great on you.
Thank you Gail. And thank you for voting!
What a lovely dress! It really suits you (and Judy)
Thank you Mrs Tubbs. So easy to wear, and a classic that won't date!