But for some reason, I find really good maxis are extremely hard to find.
Like even though I ADORE them, until recently I only actually owned 1.
Some of them are a little too body conscious for my taste ifyouknowwhatimean, and most are wayyyyy too long for me.
But y’all.
I recently found the perfect maxi dress!
It looks great ifidosaysomyself.
It’s super comfy and soft,
It can be dressed up or down.
AND….
WAIT FOR IT…..
It’s from Old Navy and ONLY $29.94
AND HOLD ON TO YOUR HANKY PANKY’s,
but TODAY (online only – not valid at stores) you can pick it up for 30% OFF, which will make it $20.95
WHAT?
Now that’s just stupid.
TWENTY DOLLARS FOR A DARLING DRESS!!!!!!
Use the code: ENJOY
The code ENJOY will you get 30% OFF regular priced items and 20% OFF sale items!
Carter was at a friend’s house, so Chris and I went to an early dinner on the square last week.
And my new maxi got to make it’s debut!
I was feeling pretty sassy in my maxi :), and we were on the square after all, so we decided to just bust a move and try to get some pics.
For only our 2nd time, we are getting pretty good at snapping pics while nobody is looking.
Even though.our favorite places so far have been desolate alley ways.
Whatever. The less people that stumble upon us, the better!
And you would never know this, but in the first picture below, there was a trash can immediately to the left of me.
#glamorous
Click HERE for the maxi.
For size reference, I’m wearing an x-small in the “regular” length.
A petite probably would have been better on me, but they didn’t have a petite in store, and I wanted it immediately. The regular length is good for me when I’m wearing wedges, but it definitely puddles on the floor when wearing flip flops.
When ordering the dress, make sure you have it on “regular”, “tall”, or “petite” depending on your preference. For some reason the link defaults to “tall”.
all Kut from the Kloth denim jackets HERE (I’m wearing a small.) / magenta tassel necklace HERE c.o. Kendra Scott (in Salmon at Nordstrom HERE ) / necklace also available in Magenta without the tassel HERE at Nordstrom/ small spear earrings HERE / leather tote c.o. HERE (use the code MAMA10 and order by April 27th for guaranteed Mother’s Day delivery!)/ similar wedges HERE / St. Anne leather tote c/o HERE
Get the Look For Yourself by clicking on pictures you are interested in below. My exact wedges have been sold out for 2 years, but these are a great option (people that have both pair love this pair too!):
#whodoithinkiam?
#ievenpoppedmycollar
And if you wonder why I’m wearing sunglasses in most pictures, the answer is simple.
On a normal day I have rather large eyes. Okay, they’re huge. But in the sun? In the sun they all but completely disappear out of my head I squint sooooooooo badly in even the tiniest bit of sun.
So, when outside and taking pictures, sunglasses it is!
Other random fact, I sneeze almost every time I walk out into the sun. And so does Carter.
Yes, I cropped my face out…because HOLY UGLY.
Don’t worry, there are a couple of outtakes at the end, but this one was just TOO MUCH. 🙂
And let’s pay attention to the girls in this picture, because THIS STRAPLESS BRA (ON SALE for 30% OFF right now, and worth every. single. penny.) is a game changer in the world of strapless bras. They are lifted, they are nicely rounded (sorry dad!), and they are comfy.
And if you are smaller chested, Wacoal makes THIS strapless too!
Since my exact MUST HAVE jacket is almost sold out, I thought it would be nice to give you some jacket options! And I thought it would be best if I gave options from
Old Navy BECAUSE 40% OFF.
I mean, if you are throwing the dress in your cart and you don’t yet have a denim jacket, you might as well throw one of these babies (or maybe a cardigan) in your cart too.
After all, if you reach $50, you get FREE SHIPPING.
#oldnavyrocksforthat
#loftandanthropologiecouldlearnsomethingfromoldnavy
#andtheyallcouldlearnsomethingfromNordstrom
#amen
Anyhoo….Old Navy jacket options in the collage below…..
very light wash jacket HERE / light wash HERE / medium wash HERE / dark worn HERE /
There is also a plus size option HERE
And a white denim option HERE.
So above I showed you the maxi with a denim jacket, wedges, and a dressy necklace which would be perfect for church, date night, or even a wedding or baby shower!
But I also wanted to show you how easy it is to dress the same maxi down.
This time I paired it with a casual necklace, a short-sleeved cardi, and some flip flops.
seaside tassel necklace HERE (use code ptmt15 for 15% OFF!) / reef multi-color flip flops HERE / cardigan is seriously old, but you can get a similar color HERE with amazing reviews! /
similar sunglasses HERE / exact bra HERE (and 30% OFF!)
Get the more casual look for yourself here:
And now, time for a fancy graphic!
And purely fyi (except the opposite), if you ever want to pin an image from the blog, just hover over the picture, and when the little Pinterest red “P” pops up, click it!
#wasthattoosubtle?
#i’dloveitifyou’dpinfromtheblog
And you FOR SURE need a close up of my bracelets. Because my bracelet game was
strong this day.
love bracelet c/o HERE / cushion cut bracelet c/o HERE / wooden bead tassel bracelets c/o HERE
Remember you can use the code ptmt15 for 15% OFF your entire Accessory Concierge order,
and ALL of these bracelets are from A.C.!
And just for giggles, some out-takes.
I wonder what smart comment Chris had just made that made me raise my glasses and give him the “oh no you didn’t” look.
#hethinkshe’ssofunny
#mostofthetimeheis
#butsometimeshe’snot
I have several things I’d like to personally comment on in the following pics:
open your eyes Sheaffer / quite poofing your hair Sheaffer / put your glasses down fool
And….since you might be shopping at Old Navy today (UM. HELLO. 40% OFF)…. I wanted to show you some more awesome and affordable pieces that you might want to consider throwing in your cart!
Need I remind you again that a $50 cart minimum will allow you to qualify for free shipping?!? 🙂
First off, you might consider getting more than 1 maxi (you’ll see in a second that I did!).
Click HERE for all 4 colors of my exact maxi.
(Click HERE for other maxis available! There are LOTS to choose from!)
THIS SHIRT.
The navy and pink floral is so pretty, and the fit is great!
I LOVE a popover. I like the look of a button up without having it actually be a button up. This one is perfect. You just slip it over your head, and you are good to go. You can wear it as a tunic, or you can do a full or 1/2 tuck. It works all ways!
For size reference, I’m wearing a small in the floral top.
floral popover HERE / plus size version HERE / short necklace HERE /
rayne necklace in magenta HERE / earrings HERE / sandals HERE
Here’s how to get the look for yourself!
And fyi, if you prefer an ankle strap on your sandals, you’re in luck!
I’m telling you the cognac color on these is perfection.
without strap HERE / with strap HERE /
And just to show you how in love I am….
After wearing it to dinner last week, I wore it to mycousin Alden’s baby shower this weekend!
I just switched it up a bit with different accessories (all old, so not able to be linked).
Love you Alden!
And…because I’m nothing if not long-winded thorough….maybe you’d like it in black?
Well you’re in luck…because I got it in black too.
black maxi HERE
Again, make sure you choose “regular”, “tall”, or “petite” accordingly.
pink cardigan is like 5 years old, but you can find a similar one HERE at Old Navy!/$8 pale pink studs HERE / $18 crystal pendant HERE / cognac sandals HERE
Well played Old Navy. Well played.
You’ve impressed me.
Here are some other pieces I’m loving right now.
Again, any or all of these could help you get to the $50 mark! 🙂
And can we have a short convo about THIS dress?
The color, The little star pattern. The overall shape. The little gathered neckline.
All of it is speaking to me.
It’s saying “buy me”.
Before you go girls…….I’ve got an AWESOME giveaway to share with you today!
(Now remember, this post was supposed to go live on Wednesday, so you will see it on Shay’s blog tomorrow.) The graphic won’t appear on facebook and ig until tomorrow, so you can wait and tag your friends then!
How would you like to win a Barrington St. Anne tote for yourself and your favorite mom?
It can be your mom…or maybe your sister who is a great mom…..or maybe your grandmom…or maybe your neighbor growing up who was like a 2nd mom to you!
WHOMEVER you choose is good for us!
Just enter on the rafflecopter below.
You can get entries by visiting us on facebook and instagram and by tagging your favorite mom!
And more great news…if you would like to order one for your mom…you can get 10% OFF of your entire order with the code MAMA10.
You can order by April 27th and still have guaranteed delivery by Mother’s Day!
HAVE YOU SEEN THEIR NEW MONOGRAM COLLECTION?
HOLY MAMA it’s CUTE!
I spent some time playing around on the site and designing my newest bag. See, they all have my initials on them! Can you guess which one I ended up going with?
(I got lots of questions about this last time. My full name is Lauren Sheaffer Sims. My parents named me Lauren Sheaffer, but they always called me Sheaffer. Just fyi!)
Or do you have somebody in your life that’s about to be a new mama?
Maybe it’s YOU!
If so, how fabulous would THIS be as a gift?!?
I’m thinking all new mamas would be THRILLED to get this!
See you back here on Friday girls!
I’ll be talking about some of my new Nike workout clothes and giving you a GET HEALTHY update and wrap up! And not to get you all worked up (see what I did there?), but there might even be some Before and After pictures.
#helpme
xoxo,
Sheaffer 🙂
Jersey Love says
OMG I love the monogram collection. If I had to guess I'd say you got the black and white check with lime green and pink….super cute! I would LOVE to win this for my Mama…she is the strongest most amazing woman on the planet…and has a lot of stuff to tote around! 🙂
thebusybrunette says
Sheaffer, let me just say – Old Navy has been rockin' my world lately! They have some really cute stuff at affordable prices. I especially love their workout clothes (which, by the way, I don't actually wear to work out in – ha). I'm excited to check out these maxi dresses, but I'm a little upset because the floral popover is already out of stock (boo). I hope it comes back in stock soon because I absolutely LOVE it! Thanks for your emergency post!!!
"The Busy Brunette"
http://thebusybrunette.blogspot.com/
Karen Ward says
I just bought the floral popover…although it might just be the size you wear that is out of stock. I purchased a large. Can't wait to get it!
And Sheaffer, you are so bad for my wallet!! I'm excited to to get the floral popover to wear with my white jeans from Target (thank you!). I also ordered a black printed maxi – I was just looking at one of my maxis that I've had for a few years and noticing how it needed to be replaced (pilling, etc.). Hope this one works!!
This Gingers Journey says
Oh goodness… I just ordered both the blue and black maxi. I am currently 6 1/2 months pregnant so I just ordered up a size 🙂 I am thinking the blue might be adorable with the right accessories for my shower! Not to mention cozy for surviving these last few months, our babymoon, and the after baby body. Maxis probably provide good access for breastfeeding too! (Haha, TMI! #butitsthetruth) 🙂 Thanks for the shopping heads up! YOU ROCK! Oh and the barrington bag would be SO cute to lug around all that baby stuff in style!
Anonymous says
I have been loving Old Navy lately too! Crazy nice stuff and great prices! Thanks for the emergency post…we can always count on you! Just trying to decide…petite or reg length? I'm 5'5" but would probably want to wear flat sandals….decisions! That Floral pop over…I die! It's out of stock so hope they restock it!
Also…love those Barrington Bags and have been drooling over yours everytime I see it! Thanks for the giveaway….I figure I might win one day, right???
Have a great day
Jan Fisher
Sheaffer says
Hi Jan! I wish I had at least tried on a petite to let you know! I'm ALMOST 5'4", but it was definitely puddling on the floor when I as wearing flat sandals. Sorry I'm not more help!!! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Alison says
LOVE your maxi dress!
Kathy Olson says
I love that pink and black combo on you!
Three Gals and a Guy says
I have that floral shirt and I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!! But now, I'm going to have to go back and get one of those dresses- the hard part, is to choose which one? Maybe all?! 🙂 Old Navy has seriously been killing it recently!
Stacy Grant says
The link to the floral top says that it is sold out but if you try this link, some sizes are still available. Thanks for the post! You talked me into the floral shirt. Maxis don't work for me #notsurewhy
http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=3443770120003&cid=89488
Anonymous says
The black maxi is seriously cute with the pink cardigan!
Mandi Moore says
Sheaffer, the floral top is ALREADY sold out, I'm so sad! Love the maxi!
Darcy says
Mandi – keep looking! They've been re-stocking them….I ordered mine a week ago, it was a size too small, was out of stock, but then I went back last night and it was back in stock. It's worth the time to check back – it's an adorable top!
Darcy says
I bought the floral top last week, and it PURE LOVELINESS! You should try their linen-blend pants and linen tunics….they have become a MUST HAVE for my office wear….because umm, hello – elastic waist band pants that work in an office setting. YES MA'AM SIGN ME UP.
And your dress is adorable on you!
balancingbyfaith says
I love it all today – and LOVE the dress, but I can't figure out how I would make it professional for work, and not sure my weekend running around would do either. But for under $20….I think I NEED IT!!!
Because Shanna Said So says
Old Navy is killing it this season….and their maxis are the CUTEST!!! I can't stop!! Ha!
Chris T says
Love the early post today-so much fun! Hey I really like your coy smile on the "glasses lifted photo"-not that we don;t love your big smiles all the time -but this was intriguing and very very cute!!!
Sarah says
This is my first time commenting on your blog, but I LOVE it! I was in coverup crisis mode, and I literally think your post yesterday was written just for me–I ordered all 3 coverups! 🙂 Also, I've always loved your must-have denim jacket but never pulled the trigger b/c I wasn't sure I wouldn't wear it enough to justify the price tag. I ordered the light wash Old Navy denim jacket when it was crazy on sale a couple weeks ago (I think I got it for 14 bucks!), and it's ridiculous how much I love it! I wear it ALL THE TIME! It fits great and it super comfy! I would defintely recommend it to your readers! Thanks for sharing all your great finds with us!! 🙂
Narci says
I just ordered 3 maxis. Perfect! Also, I can't wait rose which bag your ordered! Love!
Jenny says
I want that chambray dress with the stars. Great find!!
Turner says
The floral blouse is back in stock!
Kelly Otwell says
I bought a dress last week in the same fabric as the floral blouse. I had a panicked moment when I first saw your post because I thought that I had bought the same blouse and had just unknowingly worn it as a dress to church on Sunday. I had to go back to my closet to check and make sure it wasn't the same thing. Mine has a round neck, so I'm somewhat confident that it is actually a dress. Anyway, it's a cute option for those whose sizes are sold out in the popover.
Tiffany at The Queen B Life says
I just ordered the maxi and black jersey maxi dress, but am sad the floral blouse is sold out 🙁 Thanks so much – as usual, all your suggestions are on point!
{Hi Sugarplum!} says
That maxi was made for you!! And the floral top is darling!!
Beautifully Seaside // Formerly Chic Coastal Living says
Love that maxi on you! Old Navy really is knocking it out of the ball park this season!
Erika Slaughter says
I completely agree with Cassie!! Did Old Navy call you for your measurements?!
Mix and Match Mama says
So, I like need all of those dresses! They look so effortless on you and that's what I need…effortless ;). #ilovesheaffer xoxo
mcmtino says
You have great taste
V @ X-tremely V says
Thanks Sheaffer! The orange maxi is on the way to me 🙂
Ansleighsmom says
I ordered the little chambery star dress from old navy Ill let you know how it goes! I have high hopes I am thinking memorial day/4th of July!! u rock!! also I now have all the 8 dollar studs but the cream as well! Love them!!
Anonymous says
Love everything you post!!! You Rock!!
Emily m says
I love those barrington bags so much! What a great giveaway!
Amy Kleis says
I got that maxi in a different pattern about 2 summers ago. Love it….nice now that they are making it in petite, tall and reg…cuz that was not options before! I love ON…..and if you get their card….O my! You earn free clothes quick…..plus if you use it outside of ALL (naner republic, gap, piperlime, etc..) of their stores, you get crazy triple points and stuff like that…..with the boys growing so fast, I spend quite a bit there for them as they have great stuff for the boys!!
Charming Lucy says
I remember this fun week from last year!! Thanks for doing this again! And I have so much spring stuff from Old Navy!! They are killing it right now!! Susan
{Morgan}Rooted & Established says
My daughter (almost 2) has the sun sneezies too!! Sometimes I "experiment" to see how sensitive it is. Hehe! When we back out of the garage and the sun hits her thru the window…instant sneezes!!
And I just bought 5 of those gorgeous stud earrings for graduation gifts…perfect!
Gail Wilson says
It happens to me too! It's genetic, but I am the only one in my family that has it. I back out of the garage to go to work, I sneeze. I open the front door to walk the dog, sneeze again! My husband always thinks I'm catching a cold!!
Lauren Buendia says
Oh my gravy! I saw that cute little floral top in ON this weekend. Definitely regretting not purchasing it!!! It looks great paired with the white jeans.
Jordyn Brown says
I'm definitely going to have to head to my Old Navy next time I'm in town & check out their maxi selection!
xoxo, SS
The Southern Stylista
twopeasinablog says
You are too cute! I love reading your blog. Old Navy is rocking it lately. I love the floral shirt and the star dress.
xoxo Katey
http://www.twopeasinablog.com
kate says
I'm teaching an online course and needed something I could roll out of bed and throw on and look like I didn't just roll out of bed. Fingers crossed the ON floral shirt is THAT something. Thanks!
Fran Lacy says
Help! The ptmt15 code isn't working for me on Accessory Concierge. Has the code expired?
Sheaffer says
It's expired. 🙁 Sorry Fran!!!!
Fran Lacy says
no worries! Placing an order anyway! Thanks!