DESIGN DARLING SUMMER DRESS GUIDE

It's so hot in New York that the thought of wearing anything besides a dress is enough to keep me indoors for days at a time. I know I grew up less than an hour away and should be used to the heat by now but there's something about summer in the city that's bringing out my crankiest, sweatiest, tiredest self. Pretty, right? In an effort to turn my frown upside down, I've compiled twenty (!!!) pretty summer dresses to remind us why we wait for this season all year long. Enjoy!

(1) Joie  (2) Rory Beca  (3) Pim + Larkin  (4) Equipment

(5) Lovers + Friends  (6) J.Crew  (7) Topshop  (8) Tinley Road

(9) J.Crew  (10) Ramy Brook  (11) Tibi  (12) Marc by Marc Jacobs

(13) Equipment  (14) Club Monaco  (15) BCBG  (16) Madewell

(17) J.Crew  (18) PJK  (19) DVF  (20) Contrarian

I don't know about you but I'm off to treat myself to a pretty dress or two! :)

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It's so hot in New York that the thought of wearing anything besides a dress is enough to keep me indoors for days at a time. I know I grew up less than an hour away and should be used to the heat by now but there's something about summer in the city that's bringing out my crankiest, sweatiest, tiredest self. Pretty, right? In an effort to turn my frown upside down, I've compiled twenty (!!!) pretty summer dresses to remind us why we wait for this season all year long. Enjoy!

(1) Joie  (2) Rory Beca  (3) Pim + Larkin  (4) Equipment

(5) Lovers + Friends  (6) J.Crew  (7) Topshop  (8) Tinley Road

(9) J.Crew  (10) Ramy Brook  (11) Tibi  (12) Marc by Marc Jacobs

(13) Equipment  (14) Club Monaco  (15) BCBG  (16) Madewell

(17) J.Crew  (18) PJK  (19) DVF  (20) Contrarian

I don't know about you but I'm off to treat myself to a pretty dress or two! :)

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SNAPSHOTS

Pink aviators from Tommy Hilfiger's Surf Shack collection.

This Kushcush striped one-piece arrived and I actually love it! More sizes available here.

I'm rotating among three fragrances right now: Coach Poppy, Marc Jacobs Daisy (thanks, Mom!), and Ralph by Ralph Lauren.

I've been l-i-v-i-n-g in MiH's Marrakesh flare jeans. If you're looking for a dark wash, super soft fit, and the most flattering silhouette, I can't recommend these highly enough.

The colors of this necklace make me so happy. Fun fact: I named it after my cousin and partner-in-crime Emily!

I finally found my perfect beach bag: this seagrass number complete with a striped lining! This weekend it was the perfect accessory for grabbing a picnic blanket and heading to Central Park.

It was actually kind of fun to pick up my real camera and take a few pictures around my apartment. Maybe I'll do it more often :) In the mean time, there's always more behind-the-scenes action on Instagram!

P.S. Don't forget to enter the $100 Smathers & Branson giveaway!

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Pink aviators from Tommy Hilfiger's Surf Shack collection.

This Kushcush striped one-piece arrived and I actually love it! More sizes available here.

I'm rotating among three fragrances right now: Coach Poppy, Marc Jacobs Daisy (thanks, Mom!), and Ralph by Ralph Lauren.

I've been l-i-v-i-n-g in MiH's Marrakesh flare jeans. If you're looking for a dark wash, super soft fit, and the most flattering silhouette, I can't recommend these highly enough.

The colors of this necklace make me so happy. Fun fact: I named it after my cousin and partner-in-crime Emily!

I finally found my perfect beach bag: this seagrass number complete with a striped lining! This weekend it was the perfect accessory for grabbing a picnic blanket and heading to Central Park.

It was actually kind of fun to pick up my real camera and take a few pictures around my apartment. Maybe I'll do it more often :) In the mean time, there's always more behind-the-scenes action on Instagram!

P.S. Don't forget to enter the $100 Smathers & Branson giveaway!

 Keep up with Design Darling

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FAB DECOR & GIFTS

Chairs  //  mirror  //  iPad case  //  ballpoint pen  //  cutting boards  //  pillow  //  rug

I love brands that aren't afraid of a little color. All white rooms are so boring, not to mention a nightmare to keep clean. These are some of my more colorful finds from Fab, a site that's brimming with modern home decor and quirky gifts for guys and girls. I love the idea of bright cutting boards in the kitchen and of course a striped pillow for the sofa. And seriously, how perfect is that rug?!!! If that doesn't scream summer, I don't know what does. Be sure to sign up for Fab's email newsletter to be kept in the loop about new products!

*This post is sponsored by Fab, a brand I genuinely love. Thank you for supporting the companies that make Design Darling possible! 

Chairs  //  mirror  //  iPad case  //  ballpoint pen  //  cutting boards  //  pillow  //  rug

I love brands that aren't afraid of a little color. All white rooms are so boring, not to mention a nightmare to keep clean. These are some of my more colorful finds from Fab, a site that's brimming with modern home decor and quirky gifts for guys and girls. I love the idea of bright cutting boards in the kitchen and of course a striped pillow for the sofa. And seriously, how perfect is that rug?!!! If that doesn't scream summer, I don't know what does. Be sure to sign up for Fab's email newsletter to be kept in the loop about new products!

*This post is sponsored by Fab, a brand I genuinely love. Thank you for supporting the companies that make Design Darling possible!