PINK SATIN MAXI DRESS PERFECT FOR EVERY SPRING OCCASION
Good Morning from sunny Naples! I’m sorry if you are in Dallas or any other place where the weather is crappy today, I don’t mean to ruin your day, but It is glorious here. We arrived yesterday afternoon and quickly threw off the sweaters! The last time we were here with my son, daughter in law and her family, the grandchildren were still very little. This time they can do most everything with the crew. This should be a fun “spring break” for us! Today we are hanging out at the beach and tomorrow we are on a boat all day. Today, however, is all about this pink satin maxi dress that is perfect for every occasion.
This pink satin maxi dress is a designer look alike
I was walking through Northpark Mall last week headed to Zara when this pink satin maxi dress caught my eye in the window of Banana Republic. It’s a gorgeous dress, and I love the color, but that’s not why I stopped. The first thing I thought when I saw it, was it looked so similar to some of the dresses by Ulla Johnson (like this one). Ulla Johnson is one of my favorite designers, but her prices are a little steep for some of her dresses. The dress I am wearing gives me the look but at a fraction of the price. It came in blue, but that quickly sold out, as I suspect this one will too.
As I was writing this last night and this morning, all sizes are available, and you can get 40% off with code: BRSPECIAL3 (I bought the 0 for reference). Because it was so freezing last week when we shot this, I threw on the grey leather jacket (it has a leopard print on the inside!) I bought in Los Angeles a few weeks back (here). I love my leather jackets from Iro! They aren’t cheap, but they will last forever! I would rather put the money into pieces that stand the test of time, and the jacket is one of them.
This dress will take you to any event you attend and more
Back to the pink satin dress! This dress will take you to most events you are headed for this spring. Think Easter, Mother’s Day, Bridal or Baby Showers, Weddings, Graduations, a Beach Trip, you name it! It’s hard to find dresses that are under $200 these days, but luckily this one is. I know some of you don’t like sleeveless, but you can easily add a sweater or a jacket over it. I chose to wear a flat sandal with the dress, and these are so pretty with the crystals on a faux leather snake print. They come in at $100. You could wear wedges, heels, or a bootie with this dress as well. Have I sold you on the dress yet? I think it’s a perfect one!
I am off to take a morning walk through the charming neighborhood then I guess we will have a stressful day at the beach (haha!). I am seriously going to rest today because remember last week when I said that there were sick people in my house? Well, I have the cough now! I hope the sunshine and fresh air will help! I hope you all have a great day, wherever you are! Thank you so much for reading!
Photos: Mary Summers Hafner
Dress // Jacket // Sandals // Bag (similar and on clearance)
Monica Converse
March 13, 2019 @ 9:16 am
Love this!!! Dress it up or throw on a denim jacket! Perfect!
Francesca Buller Browder
March 13, 2019 @ 3:36 pm
You look so wonderful Cathy!!! I am a 55 year old woman,, self employed, actress,older children out of the house and on their way, looking for great fiashon ideas, and you always deliver. Writing great posts that give women like me confidence and energy. Thank you hugely 🙂 I too am a breast cancer survivor and my family and I have been through many health storms together;another reason why I love your posts because of your amazing truth and strength and honesty. (Right now i am getting over a hip replacement surgery and trying to find cute day dresses with sleeves that I can wear when i get back to work/life).
I love the way you look for bargains and think of those of us on a budget. Does not stop us wanting to be beautiful and vibrant in today’s world.
Just wanted to write and say I appreciate your posts enormously.
Have a safe and happy trip in Italy,
Take care,
Francesca
Jeila
March 14, 2019 @ 7:30 am
Great look! Hope you’re feeling 100%????????
Kim
March 14, 2019 @ 6:06 pm
I love your hair!
Cathy Williamson
March 24, 2019 @ 2:33 pm
Kim, thank you so much! After losing it to chemotherapy five years ago, I will never complain about it again! xx
Cathy Williamson
March 24, 2019 @ 2:38 pm
Hi, Francesca! Well, I am very late at answering this comment…please forgive me! I love that you are an actress! That was what I wanted to do, but started having kids and well, life! Good for you! I am so happy that you can find ideas from my posts. That has always been my intent and breast cancer awareness. I am so thrilled that you are a survivor too! How long have you been? It’s a terrible club to be a part of, but you meet the most amazing people because of it!
I’m so sorry that you had to have your hip replaced. I hope you are starting to get around. Getting older is not for weenies!!! Stay stylish and young at heart! You have made my day with your comment! Keep in touch! xx
Cathy Williamson
March 24, 2019 @ 2:39 pm
Hey, Monica! Thank you and agreed! Thank you for your comment! xx