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Friday Fashion Frivolity: Summer! (And Why I Should Never Wear Rompers)

July 10, 2015 By Haley 36 Comments

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Galen Printed Dress Collective Concepts Stitch Fix

Every so often, we chat fashion at Carrots. I hope it feels like going shopping with a friend, but not having to try on jeans….or leave your couch.

So here’s the drill. I share a new box of Stitch Fix items, tell ya my thoughts, get my husband Daniel’s take, and share what I kept and what I sent back.

(I’m not gonna go into the details of the personal styling service Stitch Fix in this post, but if you want to know more you can check out my posts about whether Stitch Fix is worth it, how it compares to other styling services like Golden Tote. Here’s the basics: five items chosen just for you by your stylist arrive in a box to your doorstep. You try ‘em on and send back what you don’t want.)

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This is my trusty photographer. But this is an old photo. I wasn’t allowed to use the photo I snapped from when he took the outfit photos because his “beard looks bad” in that picture. So there you have it. Ok, Item #1 here we go:

Galen Printed Dress Collective Concepts Stitch Fix

Dress: Stitch Fix, Shoes: DSW, Necklace: chloe + isabel

Item #1: Galen Printed Dress: Collective Concepts. I had to start with this one because I LOVE it. And also because we started trying to take the photos for this post and then it started raining. And then I got my hair cut before we could take the rest. So…pre hair cut/color:

Galen Printed Dress Collective Concepts Stitch Fix

I just really can’t express how much I love this dress. It is so breezy and the print is gorgeous and it’s like my hippy dress dream come true.

Galen Printed Dress Collective Concepts Stitch Fix

In fact, I love this dress so much that I ventured into the dreadful world of strapless bras in order to make it happen. (Per your recommendation on Instagram, I went with Victoria’s Secret and it’s better than anything I had before I swore off strapless bras a decade ago because they’re generally awful. So yay!) Keepin’ this one for sure.

Daniel’s Take: “You should wear this when we go to New MEXICO!”

Montel Dress Loveappella Stitch Fix

Dress: Stitch Fix, Sandals: Target

Item #2: Montel Dress: Loveappella. Now I love this dress in theory and from the front it is great. I love the feel of the material and the color. But I just couldn’t figure out how to make the cute lace on the back work with ANY bra. Strapless or not.

Montel Dress Loveappella Stitch Fix

I tried a few different bras, but I don’t think you CAN wear a bra wight his one and have the back still look cute. I mean, I guess I could have worn some kind of tank underneath in a different color to pop against the white crochet? But it didn’t seem worth it.

Montel Dress Loveappella Stitch Fix

Daniel’s Take: “Party in the front. Sad in the back.”

Skies Are Blue Top Stitch Fix

Top: Stitch Fix, Shorts: Stitch Fix, Sandals: Target

Item #3: Jardine Tie Neck Top: Skies are Blue. This one is a near miss for me.

Skies Are Blue Top Stitch Fix

I mean, I don’t hate it. But I’m not in love with the pattern which kinda seems like a grandma pattern?

Skies Are Blue Top Stitch Fix

It’s comfortable but I just feel generally meh about it. And it’s really hard to see in photos because of the pattern but it has this weird criss-crossy pirate-y thing going on up the front.

Skies Are Blue Top Stitch Fix

Daniel’s Take: “The pattern reminds me of a pitcher. You look like a pitcher.”

Kysa Cross Back Top Fun2Fun Stitch Fix

Shirt: Stitch Fix, Shorts: Stitch Fix, Shoes: Target

Item #4: Kysa Cross Back Top: Fun2Fun. I love this one a lot. Just check out the back.

Kysa Cross Back Top Fun2Fun Stitch Fix

See?! So cute!

Kysa Cross Back Top Fun2Fun Stitch Fix

I may or may not have worn it almost every day since it arrived.

Daniel’s Take:  “Yeah. I like it.”

Romper Stitch Fix

Romper: Stitch Fix, Shoes: Target

Item #5: Frida Romper: Pixley. Um. ???????

Romper Stitch Fix

Super confused about this flappy things on the pants-y part. And just super confused about rompers for grown-ups in general. I know it’s a real trend but. I. just. can’t.

Romper Stitch Fix

I guess I’m just at a loss about who WOULD look good in this. Super tall super skinny ladies? Maybe?

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In addition to problematic bra strap situations, this number made me want to do my Victorian bathing costume dance. Which is….a thing.

Daniel’s Take: “Maybe you could save it for the fall and dress as a toddler for Halloween.”

Needless to say….I didn’t keep the romper.

Thoughts on rompers for grown-ups? I wanna hear all about it in the comments!

Disclosure: Links to Stitch Fix are affiliate links which means if a sale is made, I will receive a small percentage at no additional cost to you, of course! Thank ya, kindly.

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Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: fashion, stitch fix, stitch fix review July 2015

Comments

  1. Katarina says

    July 10, 2015 at 5:26 am

    oh what a shame that blue dress!!!! When I saw the first picture i though: Now THAT’s a dress! But then, with that back lace….I also don’t think it could have worked with a bra 🙁 and as for the adult romper….i just wonder: How do these ladies ever pee with it????? A NO for me.

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    • Nicole says

      July 13, 2015 at 7:27 pm

      You have to find just the right romper that is not too hard to pull down to pee. I thought I was going to skip the whole romper trend, but then I found a simple black one that I love. But I tried on a lot of duds.

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  2. Anne-Marie says

    July 10, 2015 at 7:09 am

    I have two rompers that I love! But the key is that one is two colors and two fabrics, so it looks like a top and bottom, while the other is strapless–grown up features, not something you might put on Gwen if it came in teeny tiny size. I love the way they show off my long legs. 🙂 I love the other pieces on you!

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  3. Mary says

    July 10, 2015 at 7:14 am

    I just don’t get the romper trend. I love them on my 5-month old daughter, but on me? *shudder* I’ve seen a couple of women who looked cute wearing them, and my theory is that you have to be built pretty straight through the waist and hips to pull them off.

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  4. Melissa H-K says

    July 10, 2015 at 7:18 am

    #4—those colors look TERRIFIC on you. Really great. So there’s another reason to love the shirt.

    #5—I want to see the Victorian bathing costume dance. Maybe in a vlog? Please?

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  5. Michele says

    July 10, 2015 at 7:42 am

    Ohhhh…I LOVE the Stitch Fix posts! That first dress is incredibly lovely on you!!!!

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  6. Kara says

    July 10, 2015 at 8:14 am

    I am so with you on the rompers. If I have to think too long about working a bra to be able to wear it, not enough time in the day to worry about that. The dress, your hair (both before and after), you are beautiful. Tell Daniel we are proud of the beard, regardless! 🙂

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  7. Mary Keane says

    July 10, 2015 at 8:24 am

    Rompers are weird. But even if I could pull off the look, I would pass because they don’t fit my rule of has to be either maternity or nursing friendly. I anticipate switching back and forth between those states for most of the next decade of my life at least, so clothing has to be adaptable.

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  8. Lorelei says

    July 10, 2015 at 8:27 am

    No rompers. Or jumpsuits. Unless your under 2 or working in factory.

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  9. AnneMarie Miller says

    July 10, 2015 at 8:34 am

    I really like the colors of that romper, and really want to like it, but I don’t know. I think there are probably super cute rompers out there, but I personally would find it to be too much of a hassle when changing or using the restroom. Some of my friends have a super hideous romper, called “the date romper,” which they wear as a joke at when I guy picks one of them up for a date (after he reacts to the romper, she changes, no worries). It’s pretty amusing 🙂

    Also, I will join the ranks of people who are super sad about the Montel dress. I saw the front and was like “It looks so amazing! Especially with Haley’s red hair!!!” But then the back was just depressing. Thanks for sharing your fashion finds! 🙂

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  10. Geena Harrington says

    July 10, 2015 at 9:08 am

    Your husbands comments are great. The second top is pretty! You look great in all of them 🙂

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  11. Rosie says

    July 10, 2015 at 9:28 am

    I love the granny pitcher shirt! Also, who’s your stylist? Mine was HORRIBLE this time and I feel like yours would work so much better for me…

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  12. Amy Z says

    July 10, 2015 at 9:45 am

    #1: Very cute. It would be fun to add a belt every now and then.

    #2 I googled “bras to wear with backless dress” and found some great info so if you like the dress that much, I’d look it up. Because lace is fun. My strapless bra from VS is one of those convertible/multiway things.

    #3 “Meh” was my exact reaction.
    #4 The color is pretty on you. A long necklace, like pearls, would be fun on occasion.

    #5 Ok, I’m going to be in the minority here, but I actually like the romper on you. In my humble opinion, it totally depends on the romper. I didn’t realize it was a romper until you pulled out the sides. I think it’d be fun to wear with a belt and a long necklace and you’d have a 20s-ish feel going that I think would be great for you.

    Your first gut reaction to clothing is probably right, but when I like something and can’t figure out how it’d work, I look it up on Pinterest, or google it. Try “romper outfit”. But if you’re not comfortable in it then it’s probably not worth it.

    Amy Z

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  13. Justine Rauch says

    July 10, 2015 at 9:47 am

    Your hair looks awesome! I agree with your picks… no matter how great a top is, it’s not going to work if it doesn’t work with the right bra!

    I’m not a fan of rompers for adults, but hey, if someone’s got the right body type and is’t afraid of a little edge, why not?

    Thanks for sharing, I love these posts! 🙂

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  14. Tori says

    July 10, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    I don’t get the romper thing at. all. Even when one looks “good” on someone I still find it weird. And as a tall person I can’t help but think WEDGIE. Constant wedgie. It feels like one of those trendy things that will be here today, gone tomorrow anyway.

    Your keepers are awesome though! I love the color of #4 on you.

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  15. Ginny@RandomActsofMomness.com says

    July 10, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    No rompers for me. I think if you are on the other side of 40 and are starting to get visible grays (me on both counts), it just doesn’t work. Or maybe it would if I had a tall sleek body, but I don’t.

    I did love them as a kid — still remember this romper I had when I was ten or so. It was fuschia with white and blue stripes and it was the best thing ever. Clothes were not my thing, so I loved that I did not have to try to match a shirt and shorts! 🙂

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  16. Katherine says

    July 10, 2015 at 1:16 pm

    Rompers are one of those dumb trends that just aren’t workable for most of us. The little wing design is supposed to conceal heavier thighs or a bigger bottom. (I really felt fantastic in my jumpsuit with the shoulder pads and bell bottoms in the ’80’s, but going to the disco proved hazardous with needing the ladies room every hour or so.) Maybe rompers should only be worn by someone who has help to go potty or with diaper changes LOL.
    The navy dress is so perfect on you from the front, I wonder if you could wear a cami with it? Something to set off the lace as you mentioned. Both of the dresses look soft enough to travel well, you are going to need that!

    I love hearing about Daniel’s comments!

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  17. Hannah says

    July 10, 2015 at 2:06 pm

    The back of that blue dress is so unfortunate. And I have to say, my sister-in-law can rock a romper. I’m with you on them though. I just can’t.

    Also, Daniel’s beard problems made me laugh.

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  18. Kerri Barkley says

    July 10, 2015 at 2:06 pm

    I loooove the blue dress on you! If I were you I’d sew a heather gray panel in the back to solve that problem.

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    • Kelsey @ Anwering the Call says

      July 13, 2015 at 12:59 pm

      That’s such a great idea!! I had the same thought as some others when I saw the front of that blue dress… so simple and pretty! I just didn’t understand the lace. But a heather gray panel would look lovely!

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  19. Anna says

    July 10, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    Unless rompers totally take off far and above expectations I cannot imagine ever wearing one myself. I think they’re super cute but I’m just not that bold. Plus I’m pregnant and can you even imagine a maternity romper? (yes they’re a thing don’t google it. also, showing 4 month pregnant women modeling maternity clothes should be illegal, show me what it looks like when you’re huuuugge.)

    The blue dress is really too bad. So much possibility. I also really like the blue pitcher top. And the green floral. This was a pretty great fix, even if a lot of it didn’t work out I liked most of the options.

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  20. Christie says

    July 10, 2015 at 4:19 pm

    A romper just seems cruel for child-bearing women.

    In other news, I got my first Fix the other day, courtesy of your affiliate . . . ship? It is so fun, now I want to do a fashion post!

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  21. Margaret says

    July 10, 2015 at 4:44 pm

    Ah yes, rompers can be hard to wear. Plus, they make going to the bathroom a hassle! I love your style!
    -Margaret
    http://happyinheels.blogspot.com/

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  22. Iris Hanlin says

    July 10, 2015 at 5:04 pm

    I really (really really) love the front half of that blue dress! The color is perfect for us redheads, too. 😉 Too bad the back is how it is…

    The Starving Inspired

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  23. Anna says

    July 10, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    Daniel’s comment on the blue dress cracked me up: party in the front, sad in back. PS LOVE the new color!!!!

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  24. Lizzie says

    July 11, 2015 at 8:15 am

    What is this miracle bra you speak of????
    Rompers= no, unless you are under 8. For practical reasons and because style. They just seem…je juene.

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  25. Chelsea Clarkson says

    July 12, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    Oh how I love these posts! Are you going to do an Edel edition?! Hope you are having fun in your fly outfits xo

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  26. Nicole says

    July 13, 2015 at 7:31 pm

    Your hair is so fantastic before and after cut/color. I love that first dress! Perfect! I’m really tired of open back dresses/tops–I’ll see something so cute in front and then turn it around and be sad.

    I found a romper that I love, but they’re definitely tricky.

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  27. Lucy says

    July 13, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    I have a miracle bra!! Backless, strapless “sticky bra”. Name brand NuBra, lots of knock offs at any major retailer and even super cheat ones on amazon! Probably not the best for the more “blessed” ladies but a great alternative to strapless. I now love to wear all these cute lace back styles. Love both dresses and the strappy back tank!

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  28. Lisa says

    July 13, 2015 at 10:57 pm

    Hey! So I actually wore a romper to Edel on Saturday, and let me tell you, I loved it! First time romper wearing. Super light which was perfect for insanely hot weather and very comfy. Honestly, I think it looks super adorable on you.

    Also about the bra situation. They make these bras that stick to your boobies. So they are backless and strapless. I think they are called Nu Bra. I got mine at Target. I’m currently exclusively pumping for my little babe, so my nipples said no way Jose to that bra. BUT when we were in charleston I found a store that carried a strapless backless bra that stickied onto your side instead of boobies. Haven’t tried it yet but it would totally work with that lace back dress.

    PS you were awesome at Edel 15′, voice or no voice!

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  29. Cajuntexasmom says

    July 14, 2015 at 9:08 am

    HA! I recognize the green top and the hippy dress, BOTH of which you ROCKED this weekend 🙂

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  30. Amy @ GoForthAndMother.com says

    July 15, 2015 at 2:35 am

    I am very anti-romper for adults. Especially the way they are cut these days. One foul breeze, and there is just too much for display!

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  31. Carrie Willard says

    July 18, 2015 at 11:17 am

    Hi, I am taking this post to my hairdresser because I love your hair in this photo. Would you consider writing a post about what styling products and technique you use?

    Reply
  32. Maggie Williamson says

    July 20, 2015 at 10:16 pm

    Seriously…the best, funniest StitchFix review I’ve seen. Honest opinions, and I love Daniel’s take. Well done.

    Reply
  33. Elizabeth says

    July 22, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    Haley, I belong to a Facebook group for swapping/re-selling StitchFix items. Some girl had that same navy blue lace backed dress for sale . . . with your picture to model it! I guess she googled images of the dress and up you came. Small world.

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