Summer Casual Short Sleeve Dress with Empire Waist
This dress has a scooped neck, short sleeves, and an empire waist. The waist is elastic. The dress has pockets (in-seam and deep) and what I call a full skirt.
The material is 95% Rayon and 5% spandex. It is machine washable - cold. And it is "hang dry". It is offered in a variety of colors and prints (including floral, polka dot, and snow leopard).
Why I Chose This Dress
During this work-from-home time frame, I found that I do not have adequate lounge/casual clothing. I have pajama dresses and jeans/slacks. Period. I decided I needed some dresses that I could wear both while lounging/working from home and while doing errands or walking the dogs. I was also thinking of future camping trips. While camping at The Shack, I tend to slip my boots on with my pajama dress when I go out to walk the dogs or look around the yard in the morning. Typically, no one can see me when I am tucked down the hill and hidden from the road. But recently, the builder pulled up while I was in my boots and pajama dress!
I wanted a comfy, casual-but-appropriate dress.
The DB Moon dresses offer a variety of color choices. It was hard to choose which color to try first. And is knee-length (to the bottom of my knee since I'm 5'4") which means I feel adequately covered for errands or visitors. The material is very soft and cool and drapes/swings nicely. But I think I like the pockets the best. The pockets are deep enough for a roll of doggie bags, my key, and my phone.
Some people may be put off by the "do not tumble dry" care directions. I'm not. I already prefer to hang dry as much clothing as possible. Also, while most of the reviews are good reviews, a few ladies were disappointed with the fit of the dress. From their photos, it seems that they maybe chose a size too small. I chose XL and the dress does not fit me as tightly as it seems to fit those who didn't like the fit. So I guess I am recommending that when in doubt about the size, go a size up.
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Bev reviewed comfy flannel pajama bottoms. I love flannel and that sort of pajama pant is what I often prefer to wear. However, we are moving toward summer and warmer weather. I wanted something cooler during warm days.
Our friends on the other side of the world are moving into cooler weather. They may prefer the flannel pants. Or, they may prefer this fun Cow Onesie that LouAnn reviews. I know I want one! Just not as our summer is arriving. Maybe this fall I'll be seen wearing a cow (or chicken!) onesie while puttering around the yard at The Shack.
That is one pretty dress Dawn Rae! I'm a pocket person too and without them I feel lost. So that is a big plus for me. Love the different colors and florals. This really is a dress that anyone could wear beautifully.
ReplyDeleteLove this dress, Dawn Rae. I like loose, casual dresses and this one looks very comfortable. The pockets are a real plus too. Thanks for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteIt looks light and confortable. The type of thing I love.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful dress Dawn! I am sure you look absolutely adorable wearing it. I do love a comfortable dress with pockets. When it is also pretty, it is a clear winner! Thank you for the size choice recommendation too. That makes a huge difference with experience when making an online purchase.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great choice Dawn - pretty enough to feel good wearing it in public, and also comfy enough to wear around the house (or your property). Sadly, empire waistlines and my figures were not a match made in heaven, lol, but the tip about sizing up, if in doubt, will be very helpful to others.
ReplyDeleteI never think to wear a light comfy dress! This looks really comfortable, and I'd love to spend my day with this something like this on. Now you have me thinking about buying dresses lol :)
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