This is one of the simplest looks you'll probably ever see here at ol' Two Eyes in the Mirror. I love dresses, but I actually find myself shying away from them because they just make an outfit so simple, it seems (I believe I touched on that subject here, friends). That being said, when it feels like it's about 100°F out, a simple, loose-fitting cotton dress feels like a dream. You know what doesn't feel like a dream? Walking all over the place in goddamn 4-in wedges. Hence the wonderful flip-flops that are gracing my feet (I even got a close up shot for you! I know! What a classy and unique shoe choice! Don't they do wonders for my bloated-up calves? Look at how they accentuate that tan line! Oh my God, I'm a fashion genius).
I'm not sure if you can tell from these pictures, but the lady is on edge here. Why you ask? Because of the lizards, I say! I don't know how you people can live in warm climates, because it seems to me that where there is warmth, there is also an abundance of creepy crawly lizards. I hate to admit this here, since I think I've got some of you fooled into thinking I'm some bad ass mamacita (I mean, I did brave the winter weather in heels and mini-skirts, after all), afraid of nothing--not even death!!!! But um, yeah, hello. That is not the case. I'm really not good with the fauna, if you will. Those almost-cute lizards about the size of my forefinger evoke a massive amount of fear in me. I'm ready to bust out my "I love MN" shirt just thinking about it. I'll take on a bear, but lizards? Cannot. Handle.
Dress: Somewhere in Walt Disney World (thanks, ma)
Sandals: The flip-flop store in the MOA
Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters
You look beautiful--the color of that dress is stunning on you.
ReplyDeleteThe last summer I lived in Delhi, India, I was roommate with a lizard. It "hid" in the bathroom. Yum.
awww, look at your little sun burnt shoulder. if i was there i would have made sure you had lots of sun block on like a good mother hen. or like a pain in the ass nosy friend.
ReplyDeletei love a flip flop, girl. and you did it right with metallic. they look great.
i love the red lips and that first pic made me smile from ear to ear. which split my face in half and now i can be fer realz in the circus as the sideshow split-faced woman. so, thanks.
your posts make me happy. you are always beautiful.
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You look beautiful! I love the simplicity of a dress. Lizards are okay as long as they don't surprise you outta nowhere... Eep!
ReplyDeleteDresses can make things simple...but if you're feeling lazy, they are also an easy and wonderful way to look nice!!
ReplyDeletenot yet :) and smart move on the flip flops. i'd have done the same!
ReplyDeletethese are so cute. your hair is long and pretty, that color is gorgeous on you, love the sunglasses! this is usually what my posts are like.
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I love the dress Ashley and good for you for switching to flip flops! I go to Phoenix this Saturday and I will be wearing flip flops as well. They're so much more practical.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't handle lizards either!
Enjoy the rest of your trip!
we should wear our I Heart MN tshirts together :PP
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You look seriously goooorgeous! And aw, poor little lizards, what do you think they're going to do to you?
ReplyDeletedresses do make things simple; but this is lovely! i love she sunnies
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That dress is so perdy!
ReplyDeleteand haha, awwww but the cute little lizards won't hurt you! I wish I saw more on my vacation :p
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Ha, you made me laugh about the lizards. They sneak in the house too, I'm always afraid of squishing them because they just scoot across the sidewalk. Simple is the best way to go. Belts in heat do not do well either.
ReplyDeleteI love dresses, too, but you're it does seem to limit your wardrobe choices...
ReplyDeleteBack when I was living in the Philippines, gecko lizards were all over the place, even inside the house while upside down on the ceiling. They'd make these "tsk-tsk-tsk" sounds all night long. But it's cool... until they land on your head. Hahha
Aww I love lizards (although I've never seen them in their natural habitat so that might change matters!) I love this colour dress on you and kudoos for saying no to heels and yes to comfort! You have the most amazing complexion, makes we want to stay pale and forget self tanner!
ReplyDeleteI like to keep my distance from the creepy-crawly creatures as well. Actually, I'm not terribly fond of anything smaller than an accessory dog.
ReplyDeleteI'm quite fond of your sunnies, so dramatic and fun. they are all the accessory you need!
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You crack me up. And never fail to impress me with your style.
ReplyDeleteWell, this looks far from simple to me, see the dress doesn't make you, you make the dress here, it is you and your gorgeousness that makes the whole outfit special. You are not the random stale looking no makeup al naturale kind of girl, you totally rock the look, flip flops and all, while other people would decide to suffer and wear the 4" wedges, here you are in flip flops and just rocking it. I totally love this look, from head to toe.
ReplyDeleteAnd, even more because during the summer even when I feel like I am melting into a puddle of sweat into the ground I refuse to show my bare arms, too much to handle, and so I live vicariously through gorgeous people that can, like you :)
The lizard part of the post was hilarious!
Great outfit post dear, i like it so much!!! It looks so so dainty <3
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hehe i hate lizards as well!In Cyprus where i live the Summer is very hot and we have lots of those!!:p
ReplyDeleteback to the outfit! this dress is so perfect for a hot weather and flip flops are as well! sometimes comfort is above class but who said flip flops can't be classy?:p
gorgeous photos, you look so comfortable and relaxed
ReplyDeleteYou look so gorgeous! I love the whole style!!
ReplyDeleteSummer dress + Flip flops = all time fav. outfit = happy me!!
Lizards and spiders are my favorite! Try snakes and cockroaches.... ewwwwww! (yes... I get scared too! Amazing, right? I know!)
Many kisses :)
You're really beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteDrool over your dress and gorgeous sun glasses <3
They mixed very well and suits to you..
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oh i just love the colour of your dress!! and your hair looks fab, i cant say i am a fan of lizards either they would scare the crap out of me!!!!
ReplyDeleteyou are cracking me up
ReplyDeletewhen you grow up with lizards all around you just make a hobby of catching them, torturing them and putting them in people's beds. lol
brett
lovee this dress on you! simple can be good to and you rocked it! those sunnies are so fab on you!!!
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Hi there! I just came over from the MN blog list put together by two birds. Such a fun blog - great job!
ReplyDeleteHaha, when I lived in Aus I used to have dreams that the little lizards were crawling on the ceiling. I love your choice of footwear, they are definitely my fave summer staple. I can't wait to see what you are doing with your hair lady!
ReplyDeleteLovely dress and great photos. I gave you an award over on my blog, have a good day.
ReplyDeleteYou look fabulous! Those shades suit you perfectly!
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Argh, don't get me started on lizards and snakes... hate the buggers with a passion!
ReplyDeleteLoving this look on you! Sometimes simple can be a bit blah but you make simple beautiful :)
Ha! That reminds me... I once wore flip flops in February when the snow had just cleared up and it was sunny. Unfortunately sunny did not = warm at all. Got so many weird looks that day! x x
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Wow! These sunglasses are so gorgeous. The whole outfit is really pretty, yet at the same time looks nice and comfortable and carefree :) http://thearcenciel.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteadorable dress and thank god for comfy sandals. But lizards everywhere, now that makes for an interesting day.
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