Widowbloom

 

When Lively Ghosts makes an entire collection based on goth cottagecore vibes you (aka I) immediately add all the things to cart! My favorite piece from this new collection is the Widowbloom dress. It's got gothic tones, western vibes and a little bit of cottagecore whimsy. Basically, it's my new favorite thing and I never want to take it off. 

Dress- Lively Ghosts (use code SCB10 for a discount)

Shoes- Steve Madden

Hat- old (similar)

Bag- c/o La Femme En Noir

The Widowbloom dress has a stretchy bodice with lace detailing on the collar and the sleeves. It also features faux buttons down the front as well. This makes me so happy because real buttons do not work with my bust! The layered chiffon skirt has tiered lace detailing and hidden side pockets. It's finished with a long zippered closure in the back. I'm wearing my usual size small in this dress and it's a nice, comfortable fit. I had to add some of my favorite western/witchy accessories to play up the style of the dress and I think it works really well.

You can shop this dress in sizes XS-5X and the rest of the Cottagecore Collection right now! Use code SCB10 to get a discount whenever you shop with Lively Ghosts!

xoxo

Ashley

Jawbreaker

 

I enjoy taking dresses that would normally be considered more formal and styling them for something casual. This incredible Vixen by Micheline Pitt Jawbreaker dress was supposed to be the star of an outfit for a red carpet event that I unfortunately did not attend. It was much too pretty to retire it to the back of my closet so I decided to build a summery ensemble around it. With the blazing heat we're experiencing these days, this outfit kept me cute and cool.

Dress- c/o Vixen by Micheline Pitt

Shoes- Swedish Hasbeens

Hat- c/o Vixen by Micheline Pitt

Bag- c/o Harvey's

Bracelet- c/o Forever 21

This version of the Jawbreaker swing dress is made in a beautiful red, shimmery fabric. It's stretchy but stiff so it holds its shape really nicely. Since I was thinking about comfort, I did not wear a petticoat of any kind and it maintains such a lovely silhouette. The pleated bust and lining provide an incredible amount of support. You can seriously forego a bra and be completely comfortable! I'm wearing my usual size small and it is the perfect fit.

I think adding this red sunhat really pulled this outfit into a more casual/summery place. If you know me, I hate being in the sun so I love any opportunity to wear a big hat! I finished the outfit with one of my favorite Harvey's bags. This Lolita bag is also red and shimmery... Can you think of a better match?

I know it's only July but Halloween is peeking its way into my mind (it never really left). I managed to grab a bunch of cute tableware at Home Goods last weekend and found Reese's pumpkins at the supermarket! Maybe some of y'all aren't ready but my favorite stores and I are!

xoxo

Ashley