Adorable Bow Skirt Giveaway!

 This is the Francine Skirt from Shabby Apple...wouldn't it be perfect for the holidays? I picture it with a pretty silk blouse or something with a little sparkle. It's so feminine and sophisticated and guess what? It could be yours!

I hand picked this beauty to give to one of my lucky readers. All you have to do is "like" Shabby Apple on Facebook and comment that you did so. Please also include your email address in the comment form. (Winner must have a US postage address) I will pick the lucky winner next Friday October 28th.

If you are not familiar with Shabbyapple.com they are a fantastic online shop for Women's Dresses, Little girls dresses and Maternity dresses. What I love is that their items are so incredibly well priced. Most of the dresses are under $100! They really have something for everyone.

There are so many cute styles to choose from, it would be hard to pick just one. Luckyly, Shabby Apple is offering Scout readers 10% off their purchase for the next 30 days. Just use YOURSTYLESCOUT10OFF when checking out. Happy Shopping!

Caped Crusader

Just recently I have noticed the return of the cape back dress. I love the retro feel of this silhouette, there is something so pretty and feminine about it...

top 3 from Asos

obsessed with this color...

$97 method.com

What do you think? Pretty or too retro?

Get into my closet!!!!

You pretty thing, you would be a nice little addition to my dress collection...

This would be the perfect dress for a very fancy party we have in the next few weeks. I love Thread Social's lower priced (yet just as gorgeous line) Re-Thread. This lace dress retails for $195. What do you think? Should I get it?????

The Silhouette

When it comes to dresses, I am all about the silhouette. Give me a fabulous cut in a vibrant color and you have made the perfect dress. I keep seeing Kara Janx dresses on girls in the blog world. Cassandra from Coco + Kelley  and Bailey from Peppermint Bliss  were both recently wearing the "Bailey" dress. A silhouette that I think is VERY flattering and can be worn over and over again.

You may have remembered Bethenny Frankel wearing The Bailey Dress in hot pink on the RHNY reunion?

via Kara Janx.com 

but it seems as though she is doing it in different colors every season. Wouldn't these make great Bridesmaid dresses?

Not to mention all of her other silhouettes, they are just fantastic!

via Merci New York 

via Merci New York 

Maya Dress 

Morgan Dress 

also seen on Bethenny...

via  

Dylan Dress 

anyone out there own a Kara Janx? They are pricey, but they are classic!

Multi Purpose Dress...

I have been a little MIA this week and I apologize. It's been kind of hectic over here...I am leaving Tuesday for vacation up North to see my family. While I am there I am also doing a trunk show with my bows at Stringbean Co., so I have been very busy making new product to show!

In the next 2 months I have a couple of events that I need a cute dress for. Now, if you saw my closet you would tell me that there is no way I need something new. I am a bit of a dress-a-holic. But, there are so many cute things out there this season, and SUPER INEXPENSIVE! In fact, I looked all over and some of my favorite dresses are not the most expensive ones. Here are some that have caught my eye

How much do we adore this one? $61.99 on Modcloth.com

I am really loving a cheerful yellow right now. This looks kind of plain, but with a great belt and some fun jewelry I think it could be spectacular. $29.80 on Forever21.com

I am SWOOOONING over this one. But, geez, could it be any shorter? note to Lulu's...LENGTHEN YOUR HEMS! 

simple, but sophisticated. You can't go wrong with a Navy dress. $57 on Lulus.com

This has my name written all over it. Love everything about it...$36 on Lulus.com

seen any cute dresses lately? If I am missing something, comment below!

Work it Mama!

It is nearly impossible to find cute, stylish, work appropriate dresses. I have found in the past that they are often too trendy or too revealing for an office environment. So, you can imagine my delight when I stumbled across Shabby Apple!!! The owners developed the line to fill the void in the dress market-that being a dress that is comfortable and gave you enough coverage so that you didn't need a tank or cardigan or jacket. I love the quote on their site, it's perfect: A return to what dresses were always meant to be — a one-piece outfit. No need to add anything...no tank tops, no cardigans, nothing (except accessories, of course!).



This site has the most darling dresses that are not only chic and updated, but the prices are not to be believed. Most of them are under $100. One thing I also love is that they have maternity and little girl dresses as well. It's a one stop shop! The ladies at Shabby Apple have been gracious enough to give Scout readers a discount of 15% off up until July 31st! Just enter yourstylescout15off when you check out. Here are some of my faves that will instantly give your work wardrobe a boost



This Slate Grey tuxedo dress is sophisticated and chic for enough for the office or for a night out. It fits generous, so make sure to size down. It's a beautiful bargain at $78

This $82 brown and white giraffe print with white top is probably my favorite on their line. It's a dress, but it gives the illusion of 2 pieces! It's also MACHINE WASHABLE!!! Hurray for that!

Everyone should have a great black dress that can go from work to evening. This dress is appropriately named "5 to 9" because it can do just that! Pair it with some matte hosiery and pumps for the office and then slip into some sexy slingbacks for a night out! This dress is also machine washable and an absolute steal at $66

This "Greta Garbo" dress is one of those pieces that you would wear in the spring or fall. I love the light grey color and black belt accent. They styled it with tights, but you could absolutely wear this with bare legs and a patent slingback in spring/summer.

For all my prego friends out there (which, there seems to be a lot these days) This is the perfect work dress for you this fall. It is chocolate brown with long sleeves and is made of ultra comfy jersey knit. Pair it with some cute tights and a scarf and you are all set!