My ambition this summer was to find some simple, summer dresses that are throw on and go. I have a couple from last year at Target that are in constant rotation. I even wore one to Christmas dinner with the fam. Then I grabbed a $10 (?) cheapie from Kmart that is perfect for around the house. But the search continued.
Enter Forever 21+.
Sure the shipping prices are like bending over and taking a swift kick in the pants. But it’s worth it really. The actual cost per item is still pretty low and the quality seems reasonable so far. It’s something I took for granted, I guess. That I could walk out these days and pick up a cheap and cheerful summer dress. Apparently not. I’m glad to have a couple of options. ASOS, 17 Sundays BASIC, Forever 21+… Those sort of places. After all it makes quick and easy dinner’s quick and easy.
Geo Skater Dress – Forever 21+
Earrings – Diva
Shoes – Emerson for BigW
Where have you been shopping for casual summer dresses? Hook a Suger up.
Hi! I’m Melissa Walker Horn. Around here, they call me Suger. I’m the Chief Blogger and doer of all the things here at Suger Coat It. Blogging since 1901; I love a casual ootd, taking photos, and writing about things that irk or inspire me. I love wine and cheese, long days at the beach and spending time with my family. I make stuff for the internet over at Chalkboard Digital. You know, living the sweet life.
Love how the shoes compliment the dress. LOVE.
Thanks lovely. These shoes are THE BEST. x
Gorgeous!
Thanks Michelle!
I love this dress on you! Great fit and colour 🙂
Thanks Meegan! x
This dress matches your hair! It looks great!
By the way, you have killer pins. Flaunt it!
Thanks! Thank you. I’m finding my wardrobe has transitioned quite easily from blonde to copper. THAT’S a win. Thank goodness.
I don’t wear dresses very often but thanks to the January sales I now have 3 casual dresses hanging in my wardrobe. Not that I’ve actually worn any of them yet, but still. They’re there! Your skater dress is gorgeous and I have major shoe envy (again!)
Thank you. i do love these shoes.
Ooooo great score! You should get them out and enjoy them. Tis the season and all that. haha.
I started out summer with the same fashion thought. I need more simple cool summer dresses. Did I read something here that triggered that? Don’t know. I sourced a couple of dresses at ASOS but I hate returning things via mail because the delayed gratification kills me. I would rather hang onto something that is not quite right for me than return it – I know, terrible. The thing that gets me about buying online is that you can’t feel the fabric. Fabric weight and texture can be make or break for me. I also picked up a a TS dress when they had 50% off dresses in the beginning of January (I think). I now need to pick up a few more sleeveless skater dresses (probably ASOS again, and I have my eye on one from City Chic) and I will be satisfied that I have a good enough summer dress selection to make me happy…for this season anyway. I have started using Pinterest to organise my wish list – I don’t know why I didn’t do that sooner.
Haha. Ahhh yes, the Pinterest wish list. Love. The best. It IS hard to find fabrics that you like and then something that will last and not be a total waste of time and money. Worth the hunt too when you find a winner.
On I just love it. The pattern and colours are lovely they look smashingly awesome with your hair, the shoes dress it up a little but still gives that easy casual vibe. The cut flatters you and the length shows off your legs. I’m calling this perfect Suger Frock, I really love . Oh and I noticed the gold earrings, do you often wear earrings like that? Nice touch.
Thank you lovely. It was a bit of a search to find something that was cool, comfortable and easy to wear. It’s such a win. I don’t often wear earrings. My sister picked me up a few pairs and I’ve been throwing them on now and again. Makes for a nice change.
Love the second photo, you Marilyn poser, you!
Haha. Too good not to include. Fun!