Splurging with Ageless Style

It's the third Thursday of the month and time for another ageless style challenge.  This month Marsha suggested we focus on an item we've splurged on. I'm not usually one to splurge on clothing but I have a few pieces here and there. 


One recent splurge item was this dress from Soma. I don't think I paid full price for it; but I know it was more than the $59 it's on sale for now at the end of the season (gosh I really wish I had waited because I've only worn it this one day for photos!). 

It's a very comfortable dress with a built in bra, pockets, and a soft jersey material but what really caught my eye was the pattern. I do need to make a minor adjustment though; the straps need to be shortened quite a bit. 









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  1. Jennifer GoodwinAugust 15, 2024 at 6:22 AM

    I love that pattern of the dress! Thanks for sharing today...I joined in with this one when I saw the focus of things we've splurged on. I don't do that a lot, but every once in a while I will pay a lot more for one item of clothing than I usually would. It's nice to do that on occasion!

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    1. Joanne August 15, 2024 at 12:33 PM

      Thank you for inking up with us! I'm not usually one to splurge either but at my husband's insistence I am getting much much better at it! LOL

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  2. Kathrine EldridgeAugust 15, 2024 at 6:32 AM

    The dress is so pretty and worth the splurge! The print is so striking! Thanks for the link up.

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  3. Maria RineerAugust 15, 2024 at 6:39 AM

    That dress is pretty! Somewhat ironically, I have a dress that is very similar in style to the one you featured that was a splurge for me last summer. I think it was from J Crew or some place that I don´t normally shop at. It´s just a little bit different and I think it was worth the splurge. I like the red in your dress. Very pretty!

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  4. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogAugust 15, 2024 at 7:18 AM

    Soma's bra dresses are so comfortable! Love the print of yours!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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    1. Joanne August 15, 2024 at 12:35 PM

      I love them! I have 3 already plus another one of their jumpsuits... those I've worn so much and I'm hopeful I'll start wearing this one more often too.

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  5. Amy JohnsonAugust 15, 2024 at 8:07 AM

    The dress is beautiful. Don't you hate it when you buy something and later find it's on sale? But then again, I've had other regrets when I didn't buy something and then it was no longer available.

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    1. Joanne August 15, 2024 at 12:35 PM

      Yes! I have had both those happen and I'm never sure which one is worse! LOL.

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  6. NatashaAugust 15, 2024 at 8:10 AM

    Oh, I really love that dress. The colour and the pattern are so fun!!!

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  7. Dara @ Not In JerseyAugust 15, 2024 at 8:21 AM

    That dress looks really nice!

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  8. LyssyAugust 15, 2024 at 8:52 AM

    Love that dress! It is so frustrating when something goes on further sale.

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    1. Joanne August 15, 2024 at 12:39 PM

      Thank you; it really is but then I find if I purposely wait for a sale they rarely have my size in stock any longer.

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  9. mireilleAugust 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM

    The pattern is really pretty: go get the dress altered so you will actually wear it! That is my problem sometimes when buying something that is not quite right. Am I actually going to get it altered to fit right.
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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    1. Joanne August 15, 2024 at 12:39 PM

      The problem is I do my own alterations and getting myself to actually drag out my sewing machine usually means I need a pile of clothes waiting to make it worth while... unless it's for the boys! LOL

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  10. Sally in St PaulAugust 15, 2024 at 11:10 AM

    Love that bold print!

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  11. Jodie's Touch of StyleAugust 15, 2024 at 2:17 PM

    Wow, it is stunning on you Joanne. That's the thing about finding it on sale later, but if you had waited, it might not be available in your size. It's a risk, right??
    Now it's time for a date night so you can wear it.
    XOOX
    Jodie

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  12. HollyAugust 15, 2024 at 5:28 PM

    That dress is BEAUTIFUL on you Joanne!

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  13. JudeeAugust 15, 2024 at 8:46 PM

    Enjoy it! It's a great dress! Perfect summer outfit.

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  14. Memphis BridgesAugust 16, 2024 at 1:47 AM

    That dress is darling on you! I didn't even realize Soma sold dresses. Good splurge!

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  15. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comAugust 16, 2024 at 11:20 PM

    What a perfect splurge. It fits you like a glove. And that print is really elegant. Would be perfect for a warm weather cruise.

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  16. Lindsay's Sweet WorldAugust 17, 2024 at 11:07 AM

    What a beautiful dress! It looks great on you, Joanne!

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  17. JayneAugust 18, 2024 at 2:39 PM

    This dress looks stunning on you! Pretty lady :)

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  18. Laura BAugust 18, 2024 at 9:30 PM

    I haven't tried Soma clothing yet-just their pajamas. But I've heard so many good things. That dress is beautiful on you! I love the floral print!

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  19. BojanaAugust 18, 2024 at 10:54 PM

    This is a beautiful dress on you. I absolutely love the colorful print and it's so eye-catching without being too much. Love that it also has pockets and a built in bra!!!

    bosbodaciousblog@blogspot.ca

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  20. JenniferAugust 19, 2024 at 7:51 PM

    Such a nice splurge...but you haven't worn it. Sigh. You definitely need to find an occasion to wear that pretty dress:)

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