Touch of Crochet

(Dress: Free People, Top & belt: Thrifted, Necklace: Free People)

I know I've done another post with this dress before, but it's such a great starting point to an outfit that I had to do another! It's so adorable by itself and also lends itself well to minimalistic outfits, but I decided to add a few more special things to it this time around like this little top. It's seriously so cute I think! I found it a while ago while thrifting, and it's either a top or a vest like I wore it here. I think the color is just perfect. 

Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend! 

It Takes Time

(Dress: Thrifted Free People, Hat: Free People, Shoes: Lucky Brand) 

Sometimes I tend to forget the simple fact that things take time. I’ve never been the most patient person, and I’m totally working on that. I just want to thank those of you who read my blog, your comments seriously mean so much! It makes everything even more fun when I hear from people who stumble upon Candylouise. I just have to remind myself that starting a blog takes time just like everything else in life. :) 

So enough of that, and on to the outfit haha. I seriously felt like I hit the jackpot when I found this lovely little dress at a local thrift store. Like, who would EVER get rid of a dress so adorable?! I immediately was drawn to the daisy pattern on the dress, and when I saw the peter pan collar, I knew it was fate. This dress and I were meant to be. I absolutely love it. It's super comfy, and just the right fit I think. I see myself wanting to put this dress on, like every day -- I'll have to stop myself from actually doing that. 

Along with the dress of my dreams is the first ever straw hat that I have owned, and I surprisingly really like it! I bought it for my upcoming Costa Rica trip, but I find myself pairing it with outfits here in the Northeast too. These two are a perfect pair. 

Hope everyone has a happy Saturday!  

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Sweet in the Spring

(Dress & Belt: Thrifted, necklace: Forever 21, Shoes: Lucky Brand)

Wow I'm so sorry for being the worst blogger ever this week! In my defense, the weather has been pretty awful. Cloudy, rainy, you name it. But today it finally cleared up! I took the chance to put on this dress I found while out thrifting a few days ago. I adore the pattern and colors in it so much, so I'm glad it was warm enough to put on today. 

This is always my go to type of outfit during summer. Dresses are the perfect thing to wear pretty much all the time since they'll keep ya cool in the heat, and they're so easy & comfortable to wear. 

Tomorrow I'm heading up to Saratoga Springs in NY for a concert and camping afterwards, and I'm so insanely excited! I'm seeing Edward Sharpe (!!!!) and Jack Johnson is performing as well. I may even have to wear this dress again for it. I'm bringing my camera, so expect lots of photos come Sunday! :)

Lotus Flower Power

(Top: Free People, Shorts: thrifted, Top & Hat: Forever 21, Long necklace: Free People)

Today was such a wonderful day. The weather was what I'd consider the perfect temperature. Not real hot, but just warm enough for shorts and a few light layers. After work this morning, I flew down to my parent's house by the beach. I spent the rest of the day relaxing in the sun, and wandering around the streets by the shore with my dog, Oliver. It was such a nice mini vacation, even though it only lasted a few hours. 

I'm so excited about this new top of mine, though! I was super unsure about getting it, because it is so far from what I normally wear (color wise) but I think it's perfect for summer. It can be buttoned up too, so it's pretty versatile! I'm also in LOVE with this necklace. It has the cutest details; the bottom piece has a lotus flower engraving on it. 

Hope you all enjoyed your Saturday as well! 

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Also, I actually have a question for any fellow fashion bloggers out there. How did you get started? Any tips you could offer me? I'd love to hear from ya. :)