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Sweat in the Gym, not in your Clothes - Summer Dresses

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Dresses are easy, one piece wonders. Be cool, comfortable and “effortless” in hot weather as a 40-something. Featuring mostly natural fibers and styled with how I’d wear them.
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Modest front v with a unexpected back and side pockets!
Halter Maxi Dress | linen
 
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Texture! Woven flats and woven bags are a match made in heaven.
The Demi Jane - Saddle Woven Leather
 
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Nice size for petites
Caning Tote
 
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Throw over the shoulders for a pop of color and to ward off indoor chills
100% Organic Cotton Boyfriend Crew Sweater in Sky Blue
 
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A Big Clip to keep hair off the neck in a pretty bone-pearl shade
Big Effing Clip

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So easy and pulled together for under $25
Vintage Crew-Neck Maxi Dress | cotton
 
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Sleek profile in a muted neutral metallic. Walkable padded footbed.
Jo Lace-Up Sandal for Women
 
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🍎 cuter than average reusable bag that folds into nothing.
Standard Baggu
 
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B&W grounds the outfit. Hands-free bag can be worn across the chest or around the waist.
Grande Fanny

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Flowy with wide straps! Crispy cotton poplin screams comfort. Pockets at hip.
Summer Sleeveless Maxi Dress | cotton
 
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Statement Shell 🐚
Lele Sadoughi Conch Shell Button Earrings
 
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Fun with shapes
Clare V. Pot De Miel Bag
 
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Textured Birks look a wee bit more dressy with gold buckles and minimal strap.
Birkenstock Madrid Big Buckle Raffia Sandals
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Avail in Tall sizes too if you like a longer hem length
Denim Pocketed Mini Dress | cotton
 
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Classic slip-ons
Vans Unisex Slip On Unisex Sneakers
 
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Claw clip
Chovy - Hair Claw
 
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Tote with a pop of color. Woven material screams summer.
Sandy
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Brushed gold leather sandals that are water safe
Salt Water Original Leather Sandals
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I’d ditch the self-tie belt and reply to compliments with — “Thanks, it has pockets!”
Linen-Blend Midi Shirtdress - Gap
 
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Woven leather tote that can be dressed up or down
DRAGON DIFFUSION Bamboo Triple Jump small woven leather tote | NET-A-PORTER
 
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Neutral acetate frames that double as a headband
DUSHINE Women's Polarized Retro Sunglasses
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Mesh flats means toes can breathe and match the woven tote
Reformation Britt Ballet flats
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Fun patterned slides
Women’s Fiona Slide Sandals - A New Day™
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Make a Statement with these polished shell and stone earrings
Scale Earrings White MOP

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Great for the office. It’s giving Anthropologie vibes for less. 100% cotton with fun waist cinching pintucks. Sizes up to 4X
Pintuck-Waist Midi Shirt Dress | cotton
 
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French net bag
Le Pliage Filet Large Knit Bag
 
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Woven cream sandal
Women's Belle Woven Slip-On Sandals
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Classic for a reason. Key to a French twist. Looks much more polished than hairband on wrist.
Machete French Pin in Classic Tortoise

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Tailored dress in a juicy color with you guessed it, functional pockets!
Somerset Maxi Dress
 
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The dichotomy
Chan Luu Pearl and Turquoise Drop Earrings
 
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Elevated flip flop
Julia + Kitten Heel Flip-Flop for Women | Nordstrom
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Comfy wedge sandals
Women's Heeled Sandals - Aeyde
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Structured woven tote
Justine Basket Bag - Natural Perforated Raffia
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Layering piece
Mind Your Manners Women's Navy Cotton Sweater

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Interesting shirring around the waist. Forgiving fabric and pattern.
GINGHAM MIDI DRESS
 
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Fun jelly slippers with leather sole
Refined Jelly Flip-Flop Sandals
 
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Cropped jacket to ward off chills
BALLOON JACKET
 
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A classic tote for all the farmers market finds
Boat and Tote®
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A bit French, a bit unexpected
Sunchanvre Sandal