The Quintessential Summer Dress

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dress: Gap Outlet (unavailable online) (a sort of similar option) (one more option)
shoes: Modcloth (c/o via giftcard)
necklace: Francesca’s 
I picked up this maxi dress at Gap Outlet last week. When I saw it on the hanger, I was immediately drawn to it. But then I started to second guess the pattern being too busy. 
I couldn’t figure out if it was cool and trendy, or too wild.

So I texted my personal shopping assistant, my sister, and asked for her opinion. She gave me the “thumbs up” so I went for it.

Turns out pattern and color are kind of fun to wear.
And an extra perk? There’s a little room for baby bump growth, so I just might be able to wear this through the end of the summer. 

Do you have a quintessential summer dress? This one is definitely mine. I’ve already worn it a few times, and don’t plan on stopping that trend until the temperatures dip below 75 degrees. 

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Ashley MacInnis says · 07.09.13

The Gap had so many great maxis this year, it was hard to choose just one… so naturally, I got four!

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Alexis [Living the WifeStyle] says · 07.09.13

Just bought my first two maxis from Loft outlet this weekend! Can’t wait to wear them, they’re so comfortable!

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BeautyStyleGrowth says · 07.09.13

Really really lovely. love the elastic waistband of the dress
k at http://www.beautystyleandgrowth.blogspot.com

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Megan says · 07.09.13

I love it! Bonus that you will be able to wear it for a while through pregnancy.

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TaraMixandMatch says · 07.09.13

I really love the pattern…so pretty!

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April Smith says · 07.09.13

Just bought this same exact dress last week and im trying to figure out what shoes to wear it with and a little sweater for my arms, so this post really helped!

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Melissa says · 07.09.13

So cute! I’ve been on the hunt for a good maxi but I’m really tall and it’s been difficult to find one long enough that fits properly in other places. But I will not surrender!!! LOL I did just get an adorable grey and coral striped hi-low hem dress from Target that I absolutely love. Wore it on the 4th of July in New Mexico and loved it. Who knew dresses could be so comfortable in hot weather??? I’ve been a shorts and capris devotee for years but I’m becoming a dress convert.

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eatgreatbegreat says · 07.09.13

This dress is totally my style! Love it!

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Kerri Muffin says · 07.09.13

This dress is sooo amazing! You’re looking great!

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Brittany Dorman says · 07.09.13

I love maxi dresses, but being 5’1 I am having a TOUGH time finding one that I don’t trip over. Do you have any suggestions of places that might have some?

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Adrianna says · 07.09.13

I’m the same height and surprisingly get the majority of my maxi dresses at Target and I don’t have to hem them. Also try TJ Maxx.

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dani says · 07.09.13

Old navy has a few that you can get in petite sizes. that’s what i did! 🙂

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Everday Fashion for Everyone! says · 07.09.13

Love this dress and the pattern is perfect for summer! Great find!

http://everydayfashiononbudget.blogspot.com/
Lee

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Maria Larsen says · 07.09.13

I think that the dress looks great on you. I’m loving patterns as of late, which is crazy for me since I’m such a neutrals girl! Have a great day.
xo, Maria

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Dana says · 07.09.13

Very cute. I wish I could wear maxi dresses, but they don’t do a THING for me.

LOVE your toenail polish!! What color is it?

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pretty little things says · 07.09.13

what a gorgeous print on you! xo

http://allthingsprettyandlittle.blogspot.com/

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Mandy DeTurk says · 07.09.13

So cute!

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Keri says · 07.09.13

That is adorable! I can’t wait to see you with a baby bump!

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Robin Crabtree says · 07.09.13

I saw that dress and thought it was too busy…wish I would have tried it now! Can you give your necklace info?

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Kate says · 07.09.13

It’s from Francesca’s!

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Lynn and Lou says · 07.09.13

I absolutely love this dress! It has the perfect palette and the pattern is so pretty. Not to mention it is so flattering on you! Thanks for sharing. xx. McKenna Lou
http://www.lynnandlou.com

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Tonya @ Love of Family And Home says · 07.09.13

So cute!! Love the colors!

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Carly says · 07.09.13

Love this dress on you! You look great!

Carly
http://www.lipglossandcrayons.com

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Kaily says · 07.09.13

You look beautiful! I love the dress 🙂

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Kelly @ turned UP to ELEVEN! says · 07.09.13

This is SO cute, and you’re right plenty of room for baby growth. I love that you can move the waist up or down depending.

Darn you and your sister for finding the CUTEST summer dresses that aren’t available anymore (that one she has in her most recent post is also to die for!)

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Kate says · 07.09.13

I found a great dress on target’s site. It is only online! It is a convertable dress. Basically, its a skirt with 2 super long straps that you can wrap and tie in a plethora of ways. They have a short (knee-length) dress and a long maxi both in several colors. They are perfect for vacations and cruises when you don’t want to pack a lot. There are videos on YouTube to assist in wrapping howtos. There is even room for the baby bump. O whish I had these last summer when I was expecting, but they are also perfect for a get dressed quick morning for a mom on the go.

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Vanessa says · 07.09.13

What’s it called? This sounds like something I have been looking for, but I couldn’t find the right thing on Target’s website.

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Kate says · 07.11.13

Try this link
http://m.target.com/s/convertible+dress
this is the mobile site so if that doesn’t work try searching”convertible dress” on the target site.

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Jennifer says · 07.09.13

Oh my goodness! I love this!!

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Summer says · 07.09.13

So cute!! If you’re worried about the print (but dont be, it’s adorable!) you can always throw on a cardigan or jean jacket to break up the color a little bit.

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Arielle Thibodeaux says · 07.09.13

I actually love a pattern on you! It’s nice to step outside of the “neutral zone” once in a while 🙂

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Lady of Style says · 07.09.13

Such a perfect summer dress! The colours and prints are lovely and suit you so well.
You look beautiful.

Annette
Lady of Style

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still being [molly] says · 07.09.13

that dress is GORGEOUS, kate! you look beautiful!

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Beth McFadden says · 07.09.13

How does everyone cover up bra straps when wearing a maxi?

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Carole says · 07.09.13

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Celeste Haar says · 07.09.13

Love it but HATE that a lof of these dresses call for a strapless bra. I’m a nursing mom so that doesn’t work for me.

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Stylejourneys says · 07.09.13

Love the dress!!! What an awesome print and it looks great on you!

Stylejourneys

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It's Sooo Fluffy says · 07.09.13

I really like that dress!

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Jenine Kent says · 07.09.13

Love the dress. Maxi’s are so much fun in the summer as they can easily be dressed up or down. The only downside is the hotness factor;)

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Hannah Elise says · 07.09.13

Aw, it’s very cute 🙂

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NIGHT OWL VENTING says · 07.09.13

cute dress. I love maxi dresses and been trying to find me more b/c I only have 1.

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AshleaD says · 07.09.13

So cute! I love a great maxi! I found a great black and white chevron maxi at Kohl’s and I am wearing it out this summer! It’s up on my blog now!: ashleahd.blogspot.com

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Lindsey - A.K.A Mama Bouchard says · 07.09.13

This looks great on you. I so look forward to seeing what you are going to wear throughout the pregnancy! No pressure! 😉

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Aaryn Rubin says · 07.09.13

I picked up a maxi that’s similar style (with a drawstring waist-not print!) from Target and it has been one of my go to outfits this pregnancy and I’ll be 34 weeks this week. I always get tons of compliments, so I’m sure it will grow with you!

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Me Sweet says · 07.10.13

Soma has wonderful maxi dresses for regular, tall and short. Highly recommend the quality and service- even online.

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zareena gull says · 07.10.13

maxi dress look great on you mam you are looking so gorgeous in this maxi.

http://www.fashiontrends.pk/beauty-style/mehndi-designs/

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Kayla Gilbert says · 07.10.13

Oh my gosh! I have the same dress on my blog today! How funny! Don’t you just love it so much! it’s so comfy!! : )

Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com

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Michelle Morgan says · 07.13.13

LOVE LOVE LOVE

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rach says · 07.19.13

i love the pattern of this dress! it really suits you; you look awesome.

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My new dress was thin, and needed some sort of ironing/wrinkle release–we ironed mine on low, and it was totally fine. You have to have a good support with something like this.
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