Y’all, I changed my mind, if summertime were a dress, it would be this watermelon dress. I love to shop J. Crew Factory because it’s affordable, adorable and it fits me, thanks for the petites! I was browsing online a few weeks ago and this watermelon dress immediately caught my eye. I’ve been in love with all of this summer’s fruit prints, but until I purchased this dress, didn’t own any myself. Now, I can officially say, I’m rocking the fruit trend.
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J. Crew Factory Printed Seaside Cami Dress
When I saw this dress online, I expected it to be a cotton blend. Yes, I could have been more thorough and read the description, but I’m too antsy for that. I was surprised when it arrived, it was polyester and had more of a silky feel. Ladies who know their fabrics, don’t judge me, I call fabrics by how they feel. The straps are adjustable, which y’all know I love. I am not blessed up top, but a friend of mine who is, said she loved that this dress kept her covered! So it works well for ladies of any size up top. Fit wise, I felt this dress was perfect. The waistband is elastic in the back, which helps with the fit around the ribcage. I tend to have issues with fit in that area, so I was happy about that! Quality wise, I felt this dress was so, so. It’s not an expensive dress and you get what you pay for. I find J. Crew Factory in general to be hit or miss with quality. Although I have been lucky, most things I buy from there only last a season. However, that doesn’t stop me from ordering from them, so many cute things!
Where I Wore It
You may recognize this dress from Monday’s post. I totally wore this for the Fourth of July! When I purchased it, I immediately thought of celebrating the red, white and blue in it! I probably should have ironed it first, but, not every day is a perfect one! I plan to wear it a lot this summer, I mean, it’s summertime bottled up in a dress! The watermelon print is sold out, but the dress comes in other prints, which are just as cute!
How I Wore It
I kept it simple with a red Kendra Scott Elisa Pendant, Daniel Wellington Classic Petite and Tory Burch Miller sandals. I’ve said it before, but these sandals are by far my favorite pair of shoes this summer. I wear them pretty much every day. Makes me rethink my other shoe purchases…
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I hope you had a fabulous Independence Day! I can’t wait to see your looks below!
– Brooke
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That is the perfect summer dress! I love the fun watermelon print and that it has pockets!
Jill
Doused In Pink
That is seriously the cutest summer dress AND It has pockets – SOLD! xo, Biana –BlovedBoston
That is such a cute dress! While it might not be the fabric you expected I can see why you kept it – adorable, fun print AND pockets! Pockets in dresses are the best.
Glad you’re using and enjoying it already – some days you just don’t have time to iron, don’t worry about it 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Hope you are having a lovely week so far 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
That is such a fun dress, and it does fit you perfectly! So great for summer.
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
It’s the best thing ever when you don’t have to alter clothes to fit, Brooke!! Yay for petites!!
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I absolutely adore the watermelon dress!
What a cute dress! And what a surprise that the watermelon print version is sold out! 🙂
This dress is so cute, and fits you perfectly!!
Very cute dress! Great link up today! Peace!
I love the watermelon print! This is such a cute dress, and looks beautiful on you!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
The dress is adorable, Brooke! I love fruity prints 🙂
http://www.memoriesofthepacific.com
The watermelon print is darling and it looks like this dress fits you so well. Really cute. I can see why you love it. J Crew Factory is hit or miss for me too, but I always have to check and see what’s new.
Hi Brooke I like the print, its ideal for summer. I can also imagine this dress layered over a tee…
Loving this watermelon print.
Vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/07/05/travel-beauty-must-haves/
This dress is perfect for a July 4th cookout! Thanks for the linkup!
Christine
http://www.bonchicstyle.com
This dress fits you perfectly and it definitely screams “summer!” I love that it has pockets!!
Kristen
Lovely As A Mother
The pockets are the best part! 😀
Thanks for sharing your link!
Thank you Vaishali!
Great idea Lorena!
I do too!! I still order so much from them. I do have to make some returns because of quality, but it’s always worth the order!
Thank you Cristina!
Thank you Rachael!
Thank you Cheryl!
Thank you Kelsey!
It’s too cute! I’m not surprised at all. 🙂
Thank you Rosemary!
It is!! Feels great!
Thank you Amy!
Thanks Mica!! I’m glad you understand! haha!
The perfect combo!!
Thank you Jill!
this is why i love linking up with you. You give me TONS of inspiration. this watermelon dress is beautiful!
This dress is SO cute and perfect for summer. I also love that it isn’t over the top, it’s cute yet stylish! I have those Tory sandals, too and they go with so many summer dresses! I want a white pair.
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Watermelon print is such a gorgeous alternative to pineapples for summer! This dress is beyond adorable 🙂
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Brooke, your style is always so on point! I adore you in this watermelon print dress 🙂 Couldn’t be more fitting for summer!
Abby | Life in the Fash Lane
Adorable sundress! It really is perfect for summer and cookouts.
That watermelon print is so cute!! I don’t have any fruit print either, I think I need to get on that bandwagon. I also like that the straps are adjustable–that’s always my biggest struggle with dresses, the straps are always falling off my shoulders!
How CUTE are you in this dress? The print is so perfect for summer + I love the classic cut!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
I’m petite too and I will be totally checking out that section at J.Crew! Thanks for sharing, babe!
Much love from Napa Valley!
Paulina | Shenska
I love J. Crew factory too! The best is when they bring back favorite prints or styles from previous years. Such a cute dress on you!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Such a pretty dress, the colours look amazing!
http://www.lydstaple.co.uk/
Aw I’m so glad I can give you inspiration!! I’m always wondering!
I love the Tory sandals, they go with everything!!
Thank you Jessica!
Aw thank you Abby!! That’s such a compliment!!
Thank you Jennie!
I am a big fan of adjustable straps because they are a problem for me too!
Thanks Ashley!
They have a great petite section!!
That’s the best!!
Thank you Lydia!
It looks awesome on you! I also describe fabrics by how they feel.
Love the watermelon print, it looks so cute!
Vanessa x | http://www.springlilies.com
It’s just the cutest dress! I love the watermelon print!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
I love watermelon print! Looks amazing on you!
Have an awesome day!
xx, Kris
https://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com
That is seriously the cutest dress EVER! Hope you have a great weekend!