Spring Transition Style
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Y’all. I’ve found it. The ultimate winter to spring transition dress is here – and I’m obsessed. During the winter, I am all about neutrals, especially black. Spring brings pastels and prints before I go into full on color mode in summer. So it would make sense that a transitional piece should incorporate elements from both seasons it is cusped in between. Thanks to this gorgeous EILEEN FISHER dress from Saks, I’ve realized that grey is the perfect color for transitioning to spring.
Think about it: it’s lighter and airier than black – kind of like a pastel version of black. So perfect, right? And to make things even more fun, this dress has an easy print, but my favorite element has to be the fabric. It’s so soft and flowing. The brand actually worked with skilled dyers in Narumi, Japan who modernized the ancient art of folding, tying, and pleating fabric to create these beautiful, intricate designs. I felt so feminine, cool, and stylish in this dress. And after knowing the history and art used to create it, I appreciate this dress even more!
It’s funny, I always avoided this length in the past because I am petite at just 5’1”, so I assumed it would make me look stubby. But I have to admit, I was totally wrong. I really think the fact that this dress is layered with a sheer top layer makes a difference, but it has honestly opened me up to trying more lengths in the future – especially this spring.
I wore it with my new slip on heels and a classic white saddle bag. And it looks like spring really is here in the south, because I picked these flowers from a bush I walked by right before snapping these photos. Aren’t they so pretty?
What’s your favorite winter to spring transitional piece?
Photos by Johnny Cheng. This post is sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue and ShopStyle. All opinions are my own.
March 23, 2017 @ 8:45 am
This dress is wonderful and you’re looking so charming in this edgy outfit!
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March 23, 2017 @ 12:15 pm
Thanks, Natali! I fell in love with this dress!
March 23, 2017 @ 9:16 am
You look so cute in that dress! And the bag and shoes are just perfect xxx
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March 23, 2017 @ 12:14 pm
Thank you so much, Ana!
March 23, 2017 @ 10:38 am
Love that tye-dye print! SO pretty & great find!
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March 23, 2017 @ 12:12 pm
Me too! Thank you! 🙂
March 23, 2017 @ 2:27 pm
That dress is gorgeous. I wear grey all year round, it’s my go to colour. Jo x
March 26, 2017 @ 10:20 pm
I love grey too!
March 23, 2017 @ 3:51 pm
When I first saw all the pics I was like “it’s a really cute dress, but I could never pull it off, it’s too long”… then I read that you’re the same height as me, so now I really want it!!
March 26, 2017 @ 10:20 pm
Yesss! I always felt that same way; I was so pleasantly surprised!
March 23, 2017 @ 6:15 pm
What a beautiful dress!
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March 26, 2017 @ 10:19 pm
Thanks, Liv!
March 23, 2017 @ 6:58 pm
What a lovely dress , I love how light and floaty it looks and the ankle heels are perfect for spring x
March 26, 2017 @ 10:19 pm
Thanks, Ana! I feel like I’m going to be wearing this outfit on repeat!
March 23, 2017 @ 9:14 pm
That is a lovely dress.. you look stunning. I love how you paired it up.
March 26, 2017 @ 10:18 pm
Thanks! 🙂
March 24, 2017 @ 5:07 am
What a beautiful spring dress and styled so well may I add
March 26, 2017 @ 10:17 pm
Yayyy, thanks girl!
March 24, 2017 @ 5:32 am
What a beautiful dress it looks gorgeous. I love the way it flows effortlessly.
March 26, 2017 @ 10:17 pm
Thank you!! It really does! So comfy.
March 24, 2017 @ 6:54 am
This dress is lovely for spring time and really looks great on you 🙂
March 26, 2017 @ 10:16 pm
Thank you, Jemma! <3
March 24, 2017 @ 7:40 am
Wow you look stunning, I love the whole outfit it really is perfect for the warmer weather.
March 26, 2017 @ 10:16 pm
Thank you so much! It’s such a breezy dress! 🙂
March 24, 2017 @ 2:17 pm
Such a lovely post and the pics are great – you look fab 🙂 x
March 26, 2017 @ 10:16 pm
Aww, thank you Melanie!
March 24, 2017 @ 2:49 pm
You look gorgeous. I love the dress and it lovely to wear for springtime. xx
March 26, 2017 @ 10:15 pm
Thanks, Anna! I really love it!
March 24, 2017 @ 3:53 pm
The the grey and agree it’s the perfect transitional colour. The shot of pink from the lily is cool too x
March 26, 2017 @ 10:15 pm
Thanks! 🙂
March 24, 2017 @ 5:06 pm
I absolutely love the dress, it’s such a pretty colour and length x
March 26, 2017 @ 10:15 pm
Thanks, Rhian! <3
March 25, 2017 @ 6:57 am
Wow this dress! Its hard to make a transition when its still sooooo cold hehe
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March 26, 2017 @ 10:15 pm
Lol aww! I hope you get some warm weather ASAP!
March 25, 2017 @ 8:17 am
You look so pretty! I love that dress, perfect for this weather.
March 26, 2017 @ 10:14 pm
Thanks, Beth! It really is.
March 25, 2017 @ 12:23 pm
That is a beautiful dress, but I just love those shoes! I need to get me some of those.
March 26, 2017 @ 10:14 pm
Thanks girl!! I love them too! SO comfy. 🙂
March 25, 2017 @ 2:07 pm
You look absolutely gorgeous in this dress and it must make you feel so lovely because you’re smiling so much! Great shoes too! xxx
March 26, 2017 @ 10:14 pm
Aww, thank you so much Laura! That’s such a sweet thing to say 🙂
March 25, 2017 @ 9:51 pm
I hate that we’re neighbors and my feet are so much bigger than yours! I’d borrow those shoes all the time!
March 26, 2017 @ 10:13 pm
Lol! I wish you could; you know you’d be welcome to!
March 27, 2017 @ 5:39 am
I love this look – the whole combination is fab, especially the shoes! x
March 27, 2017 @ 6:06 am
Oh wow! Those shoes! You look incredible! This outfit would be perfect for spring. I wish I could wear dresses, but I’ve always been a little afraid to show too much of my legs, although this length seems perfect!
March 27, 2017 @ 9:34 pm
Aww, this length would be so perfect for you! Thank you so much <3
March 27, 2017 @ 6:11 am
That dress is absolutely beautiful, I love the floaty style and print.
March 27, 2017 @ 9:33 pm
Thank you! Me too 🙂