Hello, loves! Today I’m sharing one of my favorite maxi dresses for summer, the Kaia from Ellie & Adair. It’s definitely an item I would call an elevated basic, because it’s simple and can be dressed up or down, but it has some extra little details. This maxi features collarbone-grazing cutouts, knee-high slits, and… pockets! It’s also the softest stretch material and is so comfy to lounge around in, or it can totally be dressed up for a day date or the material at the bottom can be tied and worn for a GNO with some heeled sandals and a statement necklace.
When pulling the accessories to bring this dress to life, I knew I wanted to keep it playful and casual. I grabbed the necklace to add some color and a touch of glam, the sandals for comfort and simplicity, a denim button down for texture, and a crossbody bag only big enough for the essentials. I felt the look was missing something, so I tried on this panama hat. Just in case you all hadn’t noticed, I rarely wear hats, and only own a handful. They’re just not an accessory I reach for, and I think that’s because I am under the impression that I have an oddly shaped head. Most hats just don’t fit my head right! I love a floppy sun hat, but most fedoras, caps, etc., I think are super unflattering on me. This one though called to me, and I’ve worn it several times since purchasing. I thought it perfectly went along with the casual, not-trying-too-hard vibe I was going for, and totally a look I would wear for a day date with the boyfriend.
If you love this dress as much as I do, you can shop it now at Ellie & Adair, just make sure to use code VIP15 at checkout to save 15% off your total purchase AND free shipping!
Dress c/o Ellie & Adair // Denim shirt / Target // Crossbody / Poshmark // Sandals / Target // Necklace / Premier Jewelry Designs // Hat / JustFab // Glasses / EyeBuyDirect // Gold necklace / Kyle Chan Design // Ring / Slate from Rocksbox (use code KRISTINBFF320 for your first month free) // Bracelet c/o Efy Tal Jewelry
Shot by Holli Z Photography.
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Hello dear! I love your maxi dress and how you styled it with your hat and glasses! This outfit is truly summer perfection. I’m sure all the girls would love to use that awesome discount you included! Thanks for a great post.
xoxo, Dom
Love the necklace with the maxi dress!
Thanks, Suzanne! Always have to have a little jewelry to sparkle up a look 😉
I really enjoy how u have combined the dress with the jeans jacket my darling. It looks very summery and beautiful
Thanks! I’m such a big fan of adding denim jackets for a little texture and warmth.
Your dress is immaculate. I like this outfit. Well balanced ??
Thank you 🙂
Such a gorgeous look! I really love the dress and you have styled it perfectly for daytime and a date! Love the hat and glasses!
Thank you so much, I appreciate the kind words 😀
The dress looks amazing on you! But your hair ? I’m obsessed with it! So beautiful ❤️
Thank you, Dajana! I had just gotten it done, love that feeling 😀
You are so beautiful girl!! Love your Outfit and I need this hat :))
Thank you! It’s a fun hat, and I love that it’s simple enough to go with everything. Also, $15!!!
This dress is gorgeous and you could style it in so many ways. Love the accessories you’ve put with it! X
Thanks, love! I’m glad you enjoyed the styling.
It’s truly a beautiful maxi dress you got there and I must say that stepping out of your comfort zone by wearing a hat is a step in the right direction. As this looks adorable on you I think you should give caps and other headwear a second chance and let us judge if your “head has an odd shape” or not, haha. 🙂
Perfects accessorizing!
xoxo
Thomas
http://thomasfalkenstedt.com
Haha, thanks, Thomas! I’m ordering a rose gold baseball cap from the Nordstrom sale, so I may just be sharing that with you soon!
I love your black maxi dress. I can imagine how it is a passepartout item that you can style in so many different ways. I love how you styled it today! The hat is the perfect finishing touch dear Kristin!
Thanks, dear! I love the hat too 🙂
Hello!
I think you look absolutely gorgeous in that maxi dress! I love them so much but for some reason I haven’t worn one myself.
Definitely going to try one soon!
Love,
Rosita Chávez
http://www.thedenimstreet.com
Yes, definitely, you should! They’re so much fun and very comfy.
This is such a nice way to style such a classic dress! I adore how you amped up the look with a denim jacket and summery accessories. It looks so comfy, yet chic!
http://www.thebeautybeau.com
This look is so cute! I have been obsessed with these types of hats lately, like wearing it with everything!
Me too! Such a great way to keep the sun off your face.
Hi Love! You look so stunning! I love the amazing summer inspired outfit! You have styled this look so well!
xo Debbie | http://www.tothineownstylebetrue.com
Thanks so much! I wanted to keep it casual and easy to move around in, because you never know what adventures you’ll get up to on a date!