The Change Up

August 22, 2012

Dress: BCBG. Handbag: Coach Willis. Shoes: Joan & David. Bracelet: Henri Bendel. Sunglasses: Chanel.

 

I love this super girly BCBG dress with floral appliqué.  I’ve had it for a few years and have worn it a hundred times, but found I was in a bit of a rut with it.  I always wore it with the exact same accessories: a black belt, black strappy sandals and a black handbag.  I was definitely in need of a change up, and thought my saddle brown bag and new leopard pumps added a more casual vibe.

 

 

170 Comments

  1. Posted August 22, 2012 at 8:52 am by Kendall | Permalink

    Obviously I love love love this dress :) I think it looks absolutely awesome with these accessories, especially that bag! Great colour on you as well!
    xo K
    http://www.lilieslattesandlace.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:10 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, yes, seeing you in your beautiful white flowy version the other day reminded me to bring mine out! Thanks so much Kendall!

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  2. Posted August 22, 2012 at 8:52 am by Joanna | Permalink

    LOVE the colour and details of this dress! Really love how you made it look somewhat casual with the brown bag and leopard pumps. So gorgeous! :)
    xo
    http://www.piesandpearls.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:11 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so much for your always sweet comments, Joanna!

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  3. Posted August 22, 2012 at 8:56 am by sheree@itsnotthatdee | Permalink

    This dress is AMAAAAAAAZING Jenny…and those shoes are PERFECT with it..my favorite of yours so far!
    Sheree xxx
    http://www.itsnotthatdeep.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:11 am by Jenny | Permalink

      That is just so sweet!!! Thank you so much Sheree!

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  4. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:01 am by Maria | Permalink

    That is such a pretty color and the dress is so unique! I love how you paired it with the leopard shoes too :-)

    Maria
    http://www.daintyanddecadent.com

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  5. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:01 am by Red Tag Chic L.A. | Permalink

    This is such a BEAUTIFUL dress Jenny…. never have seen anything quite like it lately! Any add-ons would look good in this perfect dress!!

    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  6. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:04 am by Emily | Permalink

    That dress is adorable! I can see it worn with the black accessories for sure, but love how you changed it up! x – E
    http://www.glittersgold.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:12 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, it was definitely time to be a little more creative with this dress! Thanks Emily!

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  7. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:06 am by Rachel | Permalink

    Love the details on this dress- I’ve never seen anything like it before!

    Life Unsweetened

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:13 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Rachel! Yes, the flowers definitely attracted me to this dress instantly!

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  8. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:10 am by katie @ hems for her | Permalink

    That dress is stunning. I love all the detailing on it. And cobalt blue and leopard look amazing together- I never would have thought to try that :)

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:14 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Katie!! I’ve been really loving leopard with blue, and I have a feeling I’ll be wearing a lot of this combination!

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  9. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:12 am by Elena | Permalink

    I love this dress on you! The floral applique makes the dress super unique and memorable. Love it!!!
    XO
    Elena
    http://dcinstyle.com/blog/

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:15 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you so very much Elena! You are right, it is a memorable dress, and I’m sure my friends and co-workers are sick of seeing me in it! :)

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  10. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:20 am by The Curvy Girl | Permalink

    I love the pairing of the leopard heels and dress! YUM!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:49 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, thanks so much, and thanks for stopping by!

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  11. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:24 am by Catalina | Permalink

    Jenny! Gorgeous color and fantastic combination. Cobalt really does pop on you — stunning :) .

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  12. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:33 am by Always Maylee | Permalink

    I am completely in love and obsessed with this dress! It’s so pretty. I love BCBG dresses, they are always amazing. You look gorgeous!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:59 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank you Yi-chia! I LOVE BCBG dresses too! I own so many!

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  13. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:41 am by Alison | Permalink

    This is definitely a good color on you! I love the texture on this dress!

    xo
    Alison

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:59 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Alison! It was love at first sight with this dress!

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  14. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:45 am by thehautecookie | Permalink

    you look amazing in this royal blue. love the detail of the aesthetics on the dress….plus you look so pretty too. xO!
    http://www.thehautecookie.com

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  15. Posted August 22, 2012 at 9:57 am by Krista | Permalink

    I LOVE that dress! It’s gorgeous!!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:01 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Krista! I must say, I love this dress too! BCBG came out with the same one in white, and I was so tempted to by that too, but I resisted.

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  16. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:07 am by Alyssa | Permalink

    This dress is so unique and the color is stunning on you! I love how it has such a 3D feel–you almost don’t even need jewelry, so I love that you went minimal!

    -Alyssa
    The Glossy Life

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:02 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Funny, I didn’t even realize but I NEVER wear jewellery with this dress. This is the first time I wore a bracelet. Thanks Alyssa!

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  17. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:11 am by Jess | Permalink

    That dress is gorgeous!! BCBG makes such pretty dresses :) I bet it’d also look great with some bright yellow accessories…just saying! haha (Love the leopard shoes & brown bag with it too!)

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:02 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Yes, I do love BCBG dresses! What a great idea!! I definitely need to try this with some colour!

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  18. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:13 am by Marie-Eve @aprettyne | Permalink

    The details on that dress is amazing ! You look great !
    My Blog – A Pretty Nest

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  19. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:22 am by Erin | Permalink

    Such a pretty dress! That color is my favorite lately and the texture in it is amazing! Perfectly paired with the cognac-color accessories!

    -Erin-
    http://onetwosummer.blogspot.com/

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:03 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Erin! I’m definitely loving blue right now too! This dress isn’t as bright as cobalt (which I’m obsessed with), but it’s close!

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  20. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:22 am by amy | Permalink

    I love finding new ways to wear pieces Ive have forever. Im sure the black looks nice, but Im loving your change up!
    http://coffeebeansandbobbypins.blogspot.com/

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:04 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Amy! I think I actually like this change up more than the black. I really love how blogging has forced me to think in new ways when it comes to my wardrobe.

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  21. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:22 am by André | Permalink

    love everything about this, such a great dress!

    -Andréa

    http://www.ohvadarling.blogspot.com

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  22. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:38 am by Maca | Permalink

    Love those leopard pumps! And the shade of blue in the dress is so lovely on you!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:05 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Maca! I just bought this pumps last week, and I think I will be wearing them a lot!

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  23. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:46 am by Lindsey A. Turner | Permalink

    I saw this on Facebook and Pinterest and had to come tell you how much I love this entire look! perfection!

    Lindsey
    http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:05 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, that is just so sweet of you Lindsey! Thanks!

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  24. Posted August 22, 2012 at 10:54 am by cake & valley | Permalink

    OMG that dress- with THOSE shoes!!!
    perfection.

    xo. cake & valley
    http://www.cakeandvalley.blogspot.com

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  25. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:01 am by Kristen | Permalink

    Love this dress!! It looks great with those pumps! Good change-up!

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  26. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:11 am by Brenna | Permalink

    Stunning pictures Jenny. I am loving the accessories… especially those shoes! I think cognac & blue were made for each other.

    XoXo Brenna

    http://www.chicstreetstyle.me

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:13 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Brenna! I agree, cognac and blue ware definitely made to be worn together! :)

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  27. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:12 am by Stephanie | Permalink

    I am in love with your dress – it’s so fun and unique. I am guilty of doing the same thing – I find one good way to wear a favorite piece of mine and then wear it to death. A change up is fun sometimes and I love how you’ve remixed here!

    Stephanie
    twenty-something

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:13 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha, glad to know I’m not the only one who does that! Thanks so much Stephanie!

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  28. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:16 am by Clare | Permalink

    What a great way to change it up. This is such a versatile dress, you can wear it with any and all colors! I bet it’d be awesome with neons!

    Clare
    Understated Classics

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:31 am by Jenny | Permalink

      You are totally right. . .I don’t know why I was being so boring with it in the past! Thanks Clare!

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  29. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:19 am by Inez | Permalink

    Gosh! That blue dress is fabulous on you.

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  30. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:25 am by Meredith | Permalink

    Oh my gosh Jenny I love that dress! I want it! Love the accessories you paired with it! It would also look fab with pinks and neon!
    Meredith
    http://www.createthatoutfit.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:32 am by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Meredith! You are so right. . .I’ll definitely try colour next time!

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  31. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:29 am by Emily Nelson | Permalink

    What a beautiful dress!

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  32. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:35 am by Isabella | Permalink

    Wow girl you absolutely rock !! Simple is the best! Following you now, follow me back?

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  33. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:41 am by Mindy | Permalink

    That color is stunning on you! I love how you paired the leopard heels with the dress.
    http://livefreeandfashionable.wordpress.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:19 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Mindy! These leopard heels are definitely one of my favourites for Fall!

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  34. Posted August 22, 2012 at 11:56 am by Sarah | Permalink

    I absolutely love this cobalt color with leopard. Definitely a good choice :)

    Sarah’s Real Life

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  35. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:10 pm by Kristin | Permalink

    FANTASTIC outfit!! Love it all!!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:19 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks Kristin, and thank you so much for taking the time to comment!

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  36. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:13 pm by Lindsay | Permalink

    So pretty! The details on this dress are unreal!

    Lindsay
    LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:19 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      You are so sweet…thanks Lindsay!

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  37. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:21 pm by J Umm | Permalink

    this is incred, love the photos
    Great post, thanks for sharing!

    if you like we can follow each other on bloglovin :)
    let me know!
    STYLE DECORUM

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  38. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:33 pm by adore to adorn | Permalink

    You look beautiful. Love the details of your dress. It’s such a modernized girly look!
    xo,
    nancy

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:20 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks so much Nancy! I’m definitely a girly-girl!

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  39. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:38 pm by Kathleen Lisson | Permalink

    Beautiful blue dress and I like the choice in heels.

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  40. Posted August 22, 2012 at 12:48 pm by Kathleen | Permalink

    I’ve never seen a dress like that- it’s so unique! And pairing it with printed shoes makes it soo glamorous!! I loveee it :)
    <3
    katsfashionfix.blogspot.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:21 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks Kathleen! I’m actually surprised I was so boring for so long, and didn’t change it up earlier!

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  41. Posted August 22, 2012 at 1:52 pm by Amy Shaughnessy | Permalink

    Love this dress! So gorgeous. And perfect with the leopard heels too.

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

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  42. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:02 pm by JP | Permalink

    This dress is fantastic and the color is so very pretty!!
    http://glambrownie.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:42 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thanks JP, and thank so much for visiting!

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  43. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:26 pm by Caitlin | Permalink

    Love the color and texture to this dress!!

    http://charmcolorfully.blogspot.com/

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:43 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Thank for stopping by and commenting, Caitlin!

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  44. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:28 pm by kiwifashionblog | Permalink

    OK on top of the “queen of the belt” I am now also naming you “queen of the dress” and “queen of the pumps”. Seriously you make dresses and pumps look so great!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:42 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, that is just so sweet!!! Thank you so much!

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  45. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:32 pm by oliviamoone | Permalink

    Perfection… on a daily basis.. pure perfection!!

    Oliviamoone.blogspot.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:42 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, you just made my day Olivia. I sincerely thank you.

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  46. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:51 pm by Stephanie | Permalink

    Cute outfit, loving that dress!!! Love your blog! I’d love for you to visit mine! Maybe we can follow each other!? :)

    -Stephanie
    @LaminLouboutins.blogspot.com

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  47. Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:53 pm by Soulofashopper | Permalink

    wow!!! love your dress and looks great paired up with those leopard shoes! you´ve got a great blog here!!! ;) xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 2:54 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awww, thanks, and thank you for visiting!

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  48. Posted August 22, 2012 at 3:03 pm by Sandy a la Mode | Permalink

    that dress is gorgeous on you!!!!!!!!

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  49. Posted August 22, 2012 at 3:22 pm by maria@cardigan_crew | Permalink

    I wouldn’t have though of pairing blue with leopard- thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 3:29 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Awesome…so glad I could help! Thanks Maria!

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  50. Posted August 22, 2012 at 3:26 pm by Whitley Hamlin at th | Permalink

    Wow, this dress is awesome, and I capital L O V E love the change up! Just beautiful, Jenny.

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    • Posted August 22, 2012 at 3:29 pm by Jenny | Permalink

      Ha ha ha, thanks so much Whitley! You are the best!

      Reply

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