Happy Fashion Friday friends!
I had a fun fashion project this week. My friend Megan, who works at the Asheville Outlets, asked me to compete in the Looks for Less Blogger Fashion Challenge.
It sounded like too much fun to pass up, so I said yes!
Mall management gave me $100 to spend at our new and beautiful Asheville Outlets. My challenge was to put together a must-have look for back to school. After working the racks, I came up with an outfit that is perfect for the end of summer into early fall.
I picked this dress because of how easy it is, the beautiful construction and the flattering tie waist. I can never get enough dresses styled this way. They never feel overly tight or constricting, yet still look polished.
The fabric feels cool for warm summer afternoons, but a light weight sweater instantly makes the look fall ready.
This is a look that can work from the office to date night. It would also pack well and be a great travel dress. I’m planning on adding tights and boots as the weather cools.
I picked up both of these pieces at the Ann Taylor Factory Store for just less than $100 (including tax.)
They are timeless pieces I know will last me a long time, but STILL fit the budget.
My favorite part of the outfit by far is my CRAZY good find at our Dillard’s Clearance Center on shoes. Those are $200 Michael Kors Sandals that I picked up for $33 bucks (including tax!) They might have set me a few dollars over my budget, but Megan said shoes didn’t count against the $100, so I went for it. These were too good of a deal to pass up.
Believe it or not, they are actually comfortable for heels! Holla!
I love finding good, quality clothes at great prices! I had a great time shopping at Asheville Outlets for the Looks for Less Blogger Fashion Challenge.
Now here is where I need your help! This post is actually part of a Facebook contest going on next week. There are eight other bloggers also in the challenge. The Asheville Outlets Facebook page will feature each blogger one day next week in a post with a picture. At the end of the week, the Facebook post, on their page with the most likes wins the challenge and a $250 gift card to the Asheville Outlets.
Being the competitive person that I am, I would LOVE to win. Can you help me?
All you have to do is LIKE the Asheville Outlets Facebook page. Be on the lookout for my picture from them next week and like that post. I’ll try to repost it here when it comes out!
Thanks in advance! This was so much fun.
See you on Monday! I have a fun new travel post ready. Complete with pink sand beaches!
Thanks to Nicole for the Fit and Fashionable linkup! I’m also linking up with Joylynne Shane for Fashion Friday and Turning Heads Tuesday.
Your turn!
What you are doing this weekend?
Sarah @ 2paws Designs says
What a great outfit! And such a nice center. We stayed at the Holiday Inn Express across the street back in May and stopped by the outlet one evening for a quick shopping trip.
JulieWunder says
Oh how nice! Yes, they did a great job and I'm thrilled to have it here!
Farrah says
That is such a gorgeous outfit! I love your style! :] I haven't gone shopping or to any outlets in ages. :[ (Someday!)
Jess @hellotofit says
You look AWESOME in that dress! Love outlet shopping.
Blane Sherer says
Great job Julie ! You look great ! That " contest " was right up your alley.
Walter Wright says
Love it =) !
JulieWunder says
Thank you Walter!
Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says
Super cute dress. I always forget that I can add tights to these kinds of dresses and be ready for fall!!
JulieWunder says
Absolutely! Especially one with great neutral tones like this!
Debbie@debbiethisandthat.blogspot.com says
Really love this look and the sweater and shoes compliment so nicely!
JulieWunder says
Thank you so much Debbie! Have a great day!
Pragati // Simple Medicine says
LOVE your shoes! What a great deal! I've been on the hunt for tan heels all summer long. I'll have to check Dillard's 🙂
JulieWunder says
I know! I feel like I hit the shopping jackpot. I wasn't' leaving without them.
Annette @ Sweating Through Life says
That looks like it was so much fun!!!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Annette! It was!
Susanna @Zealous Mom says
I really need some new cute dresses! You've inspired me to go shopping.
JulieWunder says
So many choices now!
Jaime says
You may have to remind me next week to vote!
Annmarie says
What a fun challenge! I liked the page- I'll be on the lookout for your picture 🙂
JulieWunder says
Yay! Thank you so much!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
I want a challenge like this! SO fun - and you look adorable as always 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks Nicole. I'm sure you would rock this challenge!
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
What a fun challenge! I feel like that is the sort of challenge I could actually win! haha I'll be sure to vote for you, so I can win vicariously through you!
JulieWunder says
Haha!! I know... I was like... "well I am a professional shopper..."
Mary Beth Jackson says
what a fun challenge! great job and the shoes are the bomb! I will watch for the cue to vote!
JulieWunder says
Thanks MB- I thought you might like them! 🙂
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
Now that's a challenge I could rock! Fun
JulieWunder says
Totally!!! Have a great weekend!
Gail Bell says
Julie-
Love the outfit, but L.O.V.E. the shoes! You've got my vote;-)
Have a great weekend!
JulieWunder says
yay!!! Thank you Gail!