A Midi Moment

By the time you’ll be reading this I’ll be in New York! Yes, I’m going back again. This will be my first time in the spring. It will also be my first time going without my mom (insert sad face). However, I’m super excited that this is the first time I’ll be experiencing it with Tim. We’re just doing a quick weekend with a couple friend of ours. As usual, we’ll be doing a ton of walking, there’s no better way to see lots of the city.

Back at home Caitlin has a fun weekend for herself planned! She’s headed to the Brewer’s game, which lets face it, is really an excuse to tailgate. If you’re not from around here, you might not understand. Tailgating is serious business in Milwaukee, they have to set limits on how early they open the parking lot, and shoo people into the game eventually. Wisconsin people just like to stand outside and play games and have a beer! If any of you are into yard games our brother will be bringing this one to play which is all of our favorites! We have to take advantage when we have the right weather.

She’s also going to Mumford & Sons with our brother. She bought him these tickets for our birthday back in November and they’ve been listening to the new album nonstop impatiently waiting for this day. It ended up being a funny coincidence, but I’m actually headed to New Orleans next weekend with him to also celebrate our birthday. Who knew we’d end up picking within a week to celebrate months later?! Also, if you have any lesser known recommendations for New Orleans (especially food) send them our way.

I got a couple of new dresses from Gap and I’m excited to head to a warmer climate and wear them. Nick doesn’t know it yet, but he’ll have to step up his game as a photographer so I can get some pictures for the blog haha. No longer just a #instahusband, but now an #instatwin or #instabro. We’ve already booked the Whitney Plantation tour, and also a Swamp boat tour, so we’ll definitely be heading out of the city for a day or two.

Anyway, let’s talk about this dress. I found it on Asos, and it caught my eye right away. It was mainly because it was more modest than you typically find. One of the constant frustrations, is trying to find great business dresses. With the caveat that it doesn’t break the bank. Another great work dress I found recently was this wrap dress I wore here. That one is on major sale and it a steal for how well it fits us as tall women!

This dress had a mock neck, which I am all about – as referenced by the many times I’ve worn turtlenecks on the blog and in life. I also greatly appreciated the sleeve length. It hits right above the elbow, which keeps your arms a little warmer and doesn’t cut off at an unflattering spot on your arm. The slits up the sides make it a little more risque than I’d typically choose, but it still keeps everything covered adequately.

I had ordered this during the black Friday sale. Luckily it came within the time of the sale because I had initially ordered a 12. I waffle between 10/12 for the Asos tall dresses. In this case, I had a bit too much room aka I looked like a bag lady. I returned and got a 10 and was much happier and relieved to find it still fit my shoulders. I added a vintage belt to tie in the waist a little bit. The look was finished with my favorite pumps from Long Tall Sally x Karl Lagerfeld. It left me feeling like one classy lady.

I’ve worn this a couple of times now, and it’s one of those looks that you can probably wear at least three seasons, especially if you throw on a pair of tights for the deep winter. Perhaps layering a cardigan or blazer over it as well. All in all, having a classy black dress on hand is never a bad idea. Plus one that is made for tall women, and the right price point. It’s a no brainer.

Tell us below, where do you snag your dresses for work? Also, anyone doing anything fun this weekend? Thanks for reading!

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