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This dress gives you a little shape without being revealing, which makes it perfect for the office

It certainly differs from your classic store-bought ranch, despite its buttermilk, egg yolk, and light lemon juice base, and it's not one I would particularly care to pick up again

Abralynn Linen Shirtdress in Capri Blue Saint Tropez Stripe This blue-striped shirtdress is giving me summer vacation energy, and I am here for it

Black-tie events

Photos by Dan Harper [dress: Ann Taylor (also love this one), vest: Gap, heels: Sam Edelman, sunglasses: Ann Taylor (similar here for only $12), necklace: Roberto Coin, gold knot bracelet: Kate Spade, bangle: David Yurman, black onyx earrings: fine jewelry (similar here), gold bar earrings: Kevia (identical ones here), gold bangle: Alex & Ani, heart bracelet: Tiffany & Co.] NYC update: I just moved into my temporary New York digs on Friday (after a 7am flight from Chicago - whew)

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