Spring is in the air and I'm ready to dress the part! Collectif Clothing has definitely expanded beyond their pinup style and while this is still vintage inspired, I feel like it borders into contemporary as well. This blueberry print was too cute to pass up so I had to try out this Eliza dress. Read my full review below!
Shoes- Swedish Hasbeens
Hat- c/o Collectif
Sunglasses- Hello Holiday (sold out in red but available HERE)
Lipstick- c/o Julie Hewett in Biba
The Eliza dress is made from a sturdy stretch fabric and features a sweetheart neckline, adjustable spaghetti straps, elasticized ruffles along the shoulder, slim a-line skirt with two slits up the front, hidden side pockets, and a back zippered closure. I usually wear a size UK8 in Collectif and I ordered the UK8 in this dress. While it definitely fits, I think I would have sized up for some extra hip room (I'm very curvy there). Overall, the dress is quite wonderful! I will mention: the slits end up exposing more than my modest self is comfortable with when I walk. If the slits weren't so high or if they weren't there at all I'd consider this dress perfect! But I think the Eliza is a great dress and I hope to see more in the future.
I just wanted to thank everyone who commented or reached out about my last post. You made me feel so much better about my decision to explore my personal style and I can't wait to show you more of what I'm loving these days. While vintage style definitely won't disappear, I'm super excited to show you how I've branched out of that niche style. Stay tuned!
xoxo
Ashley
