I’ve never been one that has been known for her practicality. I have to actually point out when I am wearing practical shoes for the lake, moving, etc. instead of heels and some other such perfectly cute footwear. So, when the boyfriends mom shipped me this pretty tulle dress and I saw that it was another reason to prance around in tulle I was delighted. Now one might say that at the age of 23 one should probably stop prancing around in a tulle dress. However, that one person that might say that can just leave my life because I have no time for such nonsense. If it makes you feel good, wear it.
Dress: Francesca’s (EXACT)
Shoes: Steve Madden (exact)
Clutch: DSW (exact)
I firmly believe that every woman should have a couple of pieces in their wardrobe that are perfectly impractical and an instant mood booster. Now I might have a couple more pieces than the typical woman but maybe I just need more mood boosters? That’s the story I am going to stick to. I just need more mood boosters so that’s why I have more than one tulle item in my closet.
Liz | Shopping My Closet
I definitely agree – if it makes you feel good, go for it and wear it!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
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Keit
Who the hell says 23 year olds shouldn't wear tulle? I'll wear tulle when I'm 40, fuck that! 😀
Love this dress, it's so graceful!
Pat
You are too cute! Everyone should be able to wear what they want and not be dictated by age or occasion. I've also recently decided that even if said person had to run to the store, there is no need for the entire outfit change and makeup. Not saying one should be going in pj's but why would that someone feel compelled to spend 30 minutes getting ready for a quart of almond milk? preposterous! So love the tulle dress and espec love the bracelet!
Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
Totally agree and you look stunning in that little dress.
xo
PinkSole
Elle Sees
this is what i'd wear doing the laundry–it's seriously so adorable it needs to be worn every where to show it off 🙂
Ginny MyNewFavoriteOutfit
So pretty, Alissa! This dress is perfection and I definitely think I'd wear it for every special night out for a long time.
Karly @ Miss in the Midwest
You look beautiful – your boyfriend's mom has good taste! I agree with you – all women need to dress for themselves, whether it's practical or not. Otherwise, what's the fun in getting dressed every morning?
LyddieGal
I could not agree more – we should all feel comfortable in our impractical clothes! Sometimes you to wear things that are just fun, and heels should go with everything. I also think it's fantastic that your mother-in-law just sends you pretty dresses, and that more importantly, you love wearing them.
Chic on the Cheap
Rachel Lynne
AWWW that's so sweet of her to send that to you! How adorable is this dress?! You are rockin' it!
The Real Arnolds
I don't think you should stop prancing around in tulle. What a fun dress! The cream lookis great against your skin, and I love the bracelet you paired it with! Forget practicality. 🙂
xo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Jessica
Your boyfriend's mom has impeccable taste! GORG. 🙂
26 and Not Counting
Jessica
I should say Andrew's mom, I could at least address him by his first name!
Elegance and Mommyhood
I definitely agree with your title and your cream tulle dress is lovely. His mom knows you well. =)))
Happy Monday Miss Gorgeous!
Closet Fashionista
Soooo pretty! And I agree, if you love it, wear it! I need to adopt that motto sometimes because I do let what others think stop me from wearing certain things. (looking at you mom!)
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TaraMixandMatch
This dress is so gorgeous on you!
Rachel
Such a pretty dress! I still love wearing fluffy things and tulle, so you're never too old!
Jasmin daily
Big believer in clothing playing a role as mood boosters and this dress is definitely one! How darling, you look beautiful x
Jasmin
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Kayla Gilbert
This is SOO pretty on you! Love the bracelet too! : )
Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com
Andi
So gorgeous! And yeah, I agree. I'm usually the most dressed up person at work, but I feel better when I'm a little bit fancy. Sometimes people give me crap, but I'm pretty sure my heels are more work-appropriate than their flip flops, so I don't care!
Adri Lately
This is the prettiest tulle little number! Keep wearing the tulle because it suits you so well!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
Ali Hval
NO!!! YOU SHOULD NEVER STOP PRANCING AROUND IN TULLE!!! HASHTAG FAIRYLIFEFOREVER!!!
you are a beautiful fairy princes though
continue with ur job
sprinkle fairy dust on all your enemies
and turn them into FROGES
Laura B
You look lovely! I adore that bracelet!
SimplyxClassic
pretty dress! =)
xoxo, miriam
http://www.simplyxclassic.com
Maggie
Never stop prancing around in tulle dresses!! I wore one to my engagement party and I am 26…I will never stop! This dress is stunning on you – the top detail is beautiful! 🙂
Maggie
http://www.PolishedClosets.com
Jessica Jannenga
I say wear what you love!! i want to wear a red full skirt out tonight,and thought are people going to look at me funny? It is about feeling good yourself. This dress is so romantic and lovely, I love the bracelet you paired with it. You look beautiful. Keep wearing what you like!!
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Shannon Jenkins
Girl you are never too old for a tulle dress!! You look stunning!!
<3 Shannon
Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com
Kristina
I say never stop prancing in tulle!! This dress is so pretty on you. Nice work, boyfriend's mom 😉
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Nicole Layne
This dress is so pretty on you! I completely agree that if you like it you should wear it. I think that sums up my closet also. Your boyfriend's mom has great taste!
Nicole
Nicole to the Nines
NewlyLoved
so pretty and feminine – you look lovely!
xo Jessica
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Head to Toe Chic
This is the prettiest dress ever!!! I love the tulle!!
xo,
Angela
nicole s.
boyfriend's mama done good! you look amazing, as always. this fits you like a dream. ya know, the dream i'll be having about this dress tonight.
Hena Tayeb
love the dress.. you look radiant.. and the bracelet is so pretty too
Krysten Quiles
Me too! Tulle is just so much fun.
Stylin' In St. Louis
I agree! It makes life so much more fun! Love tulle!
xo,
Jacqueline
stylininstlouis.com
Leaving the Corner & Dipping My Toes
Prancing and twirling Missy, twirling, you just can never be to old for that, no way, and with that dress I must say it is greatly encouraged.
Natalia
Chioma
that dress is girly yet sophisticated, it looks amazing on you!
C's Evolution of Style
Ladies in Navy
NEVER STOP wearing this gorgeous dress. it's perfection!
ladies in navy
Melissa (Lovelikejohnnyandjune.com)
Amen, sister. You're gorgeous!
xx,
Melissa Loren
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countrygirlcityfashion
This dress is definitely a good thing to have in your closet. How absolutely gorgeous!
Cara Northcutt
A girl should never give up tulle;) I'm 29 and still prance around in it haha!
xx Cara
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Kelsey Bang
you are looking so elegant and pretty! well you always look like that, but this post especially! loving that darling dress!
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Marta C
You look so pretty!! Love this dress on you!
Marta, xo
http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com
Merritt
you look fab! Love this fun dress.
The Style Scribe
julieupstairs
I love the dress. Wear whatever you want to wear. That's one of the best things about fashion- you do what makes you happy. The rules were meant to be broken!
-Julie
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tastefulstyleblog.com
This dress is so adorable! I used to worry about things being "age appropriate," but I've since realized that personal style is about wearing what you love. Bring on the tulle!
Nikki
Stunning! You look amazing. And I am going to need you to send that bracelet to me… Also, I couldn't agree more with the title of this post!!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Meghan Hayes
Never ever stop prancing around in tulle dresses. Then life becomes boring. After I read the post title I whispered an amen and couldn't wait to read this. There are a few things in life that you should never forget, and this is one of them.
Charnele Michel
Love that tulle dress! Prance all you want doll, you look fab
Cha Cha The Fashion Genius
Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara}
Wowzers!! You look fab!
~Sara
Bree Aylwin
I love this dress. I can't imagine anyone thinking tulle shouldn't be worn! We have very similar tastes I would have this dress in every color!
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Tea&Sequins
Ummm anyone who doesn't understand this dress can just get out for sure. I love it!! I wish Francesca's fit me better because if I've learned anything since getting engaged it's that brides-to-be need to have at least 20 dresses in various shades of white and never wear any other color for like a month until the big day… Seriously though, I want this dress.
Kaitlin
http://www.teaandsequins.com
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PS I want to see your new blue shoes and hot travel bag. Not together but you HAVE to put those items up
Jeans and a Teacup
Gorgeous! I'm 29 and I still wear tulle skirts so it's ok. And I love the bracelet!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Priya
Andrew's mom FTW, again! This dress is gorg and I love the bracelet with it!
♥ perfectly Priya