Is Crown & Ivy A Good Brand?! A Preppy Fashion Blogger’s Review!

***Please note that this Crown & Ivy Review will be updated and recirculated periodically to reflect the most up-to-date information. This review was most recently updated as of June 2026.***

Over the years since starting my blog and over on my Instagram (let’s be friends @_thepinkchickadee), I have raved about a Belk house brand that I have adored over the years: Crown & Ivy. I have shared and styled SOOOO many pieces from Crown & Ivy on my platform that so many of y’all have enjoyed. I also mentioned Crown & Ivy in my list of brands like Lilly Pulitzer (here) and brands like Tuckernuck (here). Although a brand central to the Southern-based department store Belk, Crown & Ivy has become a well-known brand amongst Preppy fashion enthusiasts from across the United States (and beyond!). Today, I am going to outline my personal experiences with and review the Preppy fashion brand that I’ve come to love over the years.

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Is Crown & Ivy A Good Brand?! A Preppy Fashion Blogger’s Review!

Table of Contents 

About Crown & Ivy

Sizing

Price Range

My Current Favorite Crown & Ivy Pieces

My Experience

This Crown & Ivy review will share a bit About the brand, Pricing, Sizing, My Experience, and some of my current favorite pieces for you to add to the cart as we speak!

About Crown & Ivy:

Crown and Ivy is a Belk-exclusive, private label Belk brand that focuses on apparel specifically for the “modern Southern woman.” It was launched by the well-known department store in 2014 and currently sells women’s, men’s, and children’s apparel. The Belk house brand also does collaborations with other Southern preppy brands, including Sewing Down South in 2025 and Society Social in 2024. The brand also intends for their pieces to be versatile and worn and reworn different ways and for different occasions.

Sizing:

Crown and Ivy offers a diverse range of sizing in women’s apparel, ranging from Petite, Tall, Regular, and Plus sizing. Truly, everyone is welcome and about to enjoy the adorable styles that this Belk-owned brand has to offer.

Price Range:

Currently, Crown & Ivy women’s apparel pieces retail for upwards of $100 and typically are sold with a 30-50%+ markdowns. It is worth mentioning that pieces’ prices do fluctuate over time, as does most of the items sold at Belk both online and in-person. At the end of the season, pieces do tend to decrease to a 50-70%+ markdowns from their original price and is worthwhile waiting for if you’re willing to score a bargain. Although I don’t have much experience shopping as of recently within a Belk storefront due to my post-graduate relocation away from the South, I do recall that Belk stores frequently place the brand’s merchandise on their clearance racks for fellow bargain hunters who love the thrill of the hunt!

My Current Favorite Crown & Ivy Pieces:

Please note that all pieces’ retail prices are listed as of September 2026. Prices do fluctuate on both ends. It’s best to monitor the pricing over time to get the best deal.

My Experience:

Flashback to Winter 2017 and I was about to interview for some scholarships at what would then become my undergraduate alma mater: Meredith College in Raleigh, North Carolina. The night before my interview, I stepped foot in a Belk – a popular Southern-based department store – for the first time ever as someone from the Washington, DC area. Little did I know I would fall in love with the Southern fashions and styles that were sold at Belk. Alongside seeing my favorite brands to this day, Lilly Pulitzer and Vineyard Vines, on the racks, I also came to love another new-to-me brand: Crown and Ivy! That Spring for my 18th birthday, I asked for several Crown & Ivy pieces which I then wore into my college years. Besides falling in love with my alma mater’s campus and receiving scholarships and Honors to attend, I also attribute my first stroll through those doors of that Belk store and newfound love of Crown & Ivy to my reasoning behind attending Meredith College and furthermore falling in love with preppy + grand millennial Southern fashions.

Styling Crown & Ivy in 2020!

Flash forward to today (Summer 2025), and Crown & Ivy is well-loved by preppy and grand millennial fashion enthusiasts, influencers, and both across the South and beyond. While I did move back to the Washington, DC area post-undergraduate, I still find myself frequenting Belk’s website and *just maybe* placing an order while doing so. I find myself excited by the brand and their frequent markdowns on styles that I adore and wouldn’t feel comfortable at times splurging on elsewhere. Whether it be their adorable Ginger Jar print for Summer 2025, bright colored dresses that remind any Lilly Pulitzer lover of the resort wear brand, regular plethora of block print dresses and blouses and more for all seasons, or Hill House nap dress dupes (which I write more about here), Crown & Ivy truly exceeds all of my expectations when it comes to preppy fashion and many others’ expectations, too!

Wrap-Up:

As of today, Crown and Ivy is a well-loved brand by many preppy fashion lovers. Its incorporation of styles by higher priced preppy fashion brands that are brought to the masses at a reasonable price point with its own unique Southern flair leaves several people saying especially on Reddit: “Crown & Ivy does it again!” And while I do adore and shop at preppy fashion brands such as Lilly Pulitzer, Tuckernuck, J Crew, and PrintFresh, there is something so refreshing about the price point and variety of similar styles that Crown & Ivy offers at a fraction of the cost. And, of course, has me as a regular on Belk’s website coming back for more!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore Out Of Office – May 2025

As previously mentioned in my work outfits blog post for this month (here), May 2025 was filled with plenty of showers here in the Washington, DC area! Nevertheless, I found myself enjoying more cozy nights in than out this past month. At the same time, I have been striving to savor my weeknights in as opposed to going out on the town with a few exceptions here and there. I find this balance between staying in and going out to be great for my mental health as well as my overall wellness.

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XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore to Work – May 2025

This May 2025 was a pretty chilly and rainy one so much to the point that I feel like it’ll be Fall next week and not another whole Summer season ahead of us – LOLLLL! May has definitely been a rainy one but also a fun one to dress for, as it’s the transition from Spring fashion to Summer fashion. I’ve also done *quite a bit* of some thrifting this past month, which made it a fun workwear month. One of the best aspects of Spring -> Summer workwear is getting to incorporate my favorite fashion brand Lilly Pulitzer into the mix, which I share more about in-depth here. Nevertheless, I am excited to share what I wore to work with y’all!

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& here’s to Summer 2025!!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore Out Of Office – April 2025

From family and friend outings to Easter and lounging around and a trip in between, April 2025 was a fun one for the books! I enjoyed ALL of the fun outings as my social calendar and the weather outside was essentially defrosting – LOLLLL! I LOVE Spring fashion and the change of seasons just like many of y’all do, too. This April 2025, as mentioned in my work outfits post, I am beginning to link my outfits to my LTK profile where each piece in each outfit is linked for YOU to shop. Thank YOU for that wonderful feedback!!

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XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore To Work – April 2025

Nevertheless, April 2025 has been a good whirlwind of a work month! This past month, I have been working on refining my 2025 professionals goals (specifically for Q2-Q4) and feel very excited about where I am going. At the same time, I also have been striving to go into the office more on some of the more social days that my primarily remote working environment has within the office. I went into the office for the first time in 2025 and since May 2024 to work there and it was a lovely time. I am looking forward to more office days and striving to accomplish my Q2-Q4 2025 goals!

Moving forward when it comes to what I wore posts here on the blog, I will be linking each of my outfits to my Shop LTK platform where you can see where each piece has been purchased from. This change has been implemented based off of YOUR feedback for wanting to shop what I wear on a daily basis!

This month, I also wrote about incorporating Lilly Pulitzer into my workwear (here). Yes, it IS possible to wear Lilly Pulitzer at the office when styled accordingly. In fact, my go-to going to the office tote is a Lilly Pulitzer canvas tote (I think?) now retired Lilly Loves DC print! While I didn’t wear a ton of Lilly Pulitzer this past month, I do adore incorporating my favorite fashion brand into my work looks.

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XOXO – Katie <3

Hill House Nap Dress Review

***Please note that this Hill House Nap Dress Review will be updated and recirculated periodically to reflect the most up-to-date information. This review was most recently updated as of March 2026.***

Hello Nap Dress nation and enthusiasts!!! You may be wondering why I’m writing a post all about the Hill House Nap Dress when there are yet SO many dupes out there that I’ve highlighted (here) on the blog. However, as someone who adores this classic staple, I am going to be addressing the question which may be on many of y’all’s minds: is the Hill House Nap Dress really worth it? This review of the Hill House Home Nap Dress will help YOU decide for yourself!

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Hill House Nap Dress Review

My Experience:

As a preppy fashion enthusiast and self-proclaimed grand millennial, when the Hill House Nap Dress rose to popularity and caught my eyes on my Instagram feed circa 2021, I was honestly hesitant to click “add to cart” due to its hefty price tag. In recent times, I have noticed the price tag of these iconic dresses (like everything else, honestly) to have risen, too. With the rising cost of living overall, it is definitely a purchase that can feel intimidating and sometimes unattainable. That all being said, this dress IS an investment piece that you will add to your wardrobe.

As someone who finds the Hill House Nap Dress really worth it, I will note that this iconic dress is a classic staple. With its lightweight fabric and flowy nature, the Nap Dresses are perfect for styling for several occasions, whether it be church, celebrations, dinner/drinks out on the town, or even a work day. This dress can be paired with a cardigan or blazer, tights or leggings, sandals or flats or heels, and *even* a sweater/tee underneath it. It is also worth noting that this is a great investment for mothers or mothers to be, as I’ve seen from my fellow content creators in those stages of their life who rave about it! There is SO much innovation and creativity that can come when styling them, too.

I also want to mention that the Hill House Nap Dress is extremely timeless. Not only is it timeless in its classic style and appearance, but also in its nature. The Nap Dress adapts to your body as it changes alongside your life. I’ve experienced some changes with my own body and personal life throughout my time owning a nap dress and the dress has changed with me! HOW special is that?!?!

Where To Buy

The Hill House Nap Dress comes in a variety of styles. In this style guide, I am mostly styling the Ellie Nap Dress. But, it is worth mentioning that Hill House offers SOOOO many incredible nap dress styles in a variety of silhouettes!

 

Shop the Hill House Nap Dress here!

Would I Buy a Hill House Nap Dress Again?!

The answer is a resounding YES! I have found this popular dress to be well worth the price tag within my own closet. Alongside my several Nap Dress dupes, I have invested in multiple nap dresses since Spring 2022. Nevertheless, my Nap Dresses (and dupes!) have been and continue to be what my hands gravitate towards the most within my own closet. Truly, the Nap Dresses are such a lovely staple to have within my own closet and will remain so for the foreseeable future.

Wrap-Up:

Now that I’ve gushed to you about the Hill House Nap Dress for some time and why I think it is really worth it, the choice is simply up to you on whether or not you should buy it. Personally, I LOVE the Hill House Nap Dress and I’m grateful I’ve taken the plunge to purchasing some of my own. However, the hefty price tag of the it may not be worth it for others, especially if you’re still finding your style and/or simply can’t afford it right now. If either are the case for you, then I highly recommend checking out my suggestions for Hill House Nap Dress dupes (here) and reevaluating purchasing from the brand at another time. Regardless of the decision you make today, Hill House will ALWAYS be there for you if/when you’re ready to take the plunge!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore Out Of Office – March 2025

Out of office fun went from late-Winter and Papa’s 80th Birthday festivities to all-things Washington, DC’s National Cherry Blossom Festival! As stated in my March 2025 work outfits blog post (here), I spent a few weeks this past month transforming my wardrobe from Winter -> Spring. I ADORE Spring fashion and with the change of the seasons LOVE the fresh start that comes with Spring. Not only are we able to restart going on warmer weather walks and enjoy post-7pm sunsets, but we are also able to refresh our wardrobes for the warmer days ahead. ANDDDD, what a great time it is to do it all!!

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Dress: Eliza J; Pearls: Vintage; Earrings: Kate Spade; Tights: Shapermint; Heels: Marc by Marc Jacobs; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & J Crew Factory
Sweatshirt: Woman Owned Wallet; Leggings: Crown & Ivy at Belk
Dress: Hill House; Jacket: Lord & Taylor; Crossbody: Bolsos Bella; Bracelets: J Crew Factory & Amazon; Flats: Burberry; Earrings: SugarFix by Target
Jacket: TJ Maxx; Top: Universal Standard; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: LL Bean; Shoes: Sketchers
Jacket: Talbots; Blouse: J Crew Mercentile; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: LL Bean; Bracelets: J Crew Factory, Amazon, & The Inspiration Co; Shoes: Sketchers; Earrings: Kate Spade
Jacket: TJ Maxx; Tee: National Cherry Blossom Festival Merch; Leggings: Fabletics; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Flats: Puma; Tote: Scout Bags
Dress: J Marie; Trench Coat: Lands End; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Earrings: Kate Spade
Trench Coat: Vintage; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: VIVAIA
Dress: Thrifted; Trench Coat: Lands End; Headband: Lilly Pulitzer x Lele Sadoughi; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Flats: New Bella
Jacket: Talbots; Dress: Zara; Earrings: SugarFix by Target; Bracelets: Amazon; Handbag: Louis Vuitton;
Jacket & Dress: J Crew Factory; Earrings: Lisi Lerch; Handbag: Louis Vuitton; Flats: All Birds
Jacket: Liz Claiborne; Scarf & Popover: Lilly Pulitzer; Jeggings: Shapermint; Shoes: Sketchers; Crossbody: Target
Dress: Amazon; Jacket: Lands End; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Bow: Lele Sadoughi; Bracelets: Amazon

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore to Work – March 2025

March 2025 has been one of my BEST working months yet!! Since getting back from my trip to Spain and Portugal during the second half of February, I have truly been able to acclimate back to the working world in full force. On the work front, so much has happened in terms of changes and adjustments. Adaptation and evolution are the words for this Spring/Summer season professionally. Through it all though, sometimes, all we need is a nice time to take a break from the hustle before immersing ourselves in it again.

Over the course of the month of March, I transformed my wardrobe from a Fall/Winter forest to a Spring/Summer garden!! And, indeed, it has been a lovely time getting to *finally* style my Spring/Summer wardrobe in 2025 and enjoy doing so for the next 6-7 months. Truly, my closet brings me SO MUCH JOY and I love getting to style the bright colors of Spring/Summer *yet again*. Yet, I do wear bright colors year-round – LOLLL!

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Dress: Theory; Scarf: Cashmere; Necklace: Vintage; Leggings: Shapermint; Flats: DSW; Bracelets: J Crew Factory
Tee: Mountain Moverz; Pants: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Slippers: Splendid; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer, All She Wrote Notes, & Little Words Project
Blouse: Zara; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Jeggings: Shapermint; Bracelets: Amazon & The Inspiration Co; Flats: All Birds
Sweater: Talbots; Jacket: Liz Claiborne; Necklace: Vintage; Pants: Caribbean Joe; Bracelets: J Crew Factory; Crossbody: Bolsos Bella; Flats: Jack Rogers; Earrings: Kate Spade
Sweater: Sail to Sable; Pants: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Probably Gifted from my Mom’s Travels; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Bracelets: Amazon, Lilly Pulitzer, & The Inspiration Co; Sandals: Sperry; Earrings: Lisi Lerch
Dress & Scarf: J Crew Factory; Bracelets: J Crew Factory, Amazon, & The Inspiration Co; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Flats: Tory Burch
Trench Coat: Lands End; Scarf: CHIcoracao; Top: Talbots; Pants: Isaac Mizrahi; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Handbag: Bolsos Bella; Shoes: Sketchers
Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Scarf: From Barcelona; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer & All She Wrote Notes; Headband: Simply Southern; Sandals: J Crew Factory; Earrings: Kate Spade
Loungeset: 66 Disco; Sandals: Sperry
Sweatshirt: Blue Lobster; Leggings: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Slippers: Splendid
Jacket: TJ Maxx; Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Necklace: SugarFix by Target; Earrings: Kate Spade; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & Lilly Pulitzer
Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Bracelets: J Crew Factory; Necklace: Vintage; Sandals: Sperry
Blouse: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Skort: J Crew Factory; Shoes: Sketchers; Bracelets: All She Wrote Notes, Little Words Project, & Lilly Pulitzer
Blouse & Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Pants: Talbots; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & Lilly Pulitzer
Sweatshirt: Meredith College Bookstore; Skort: Tuckernuck; Slippers: Splendid; Necklace: Kendra Scott
Cardigan: Northern Isles; Blouse: From Paris; Pants: Issac Mizrahi; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Bracelets: Amazon
Jacket: Isaac Mizrahi; Sweater: Rumi Ryder; Skirt & Necklace: J Crew Factory; Flats: All Birds
Dress: Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings & Necklace: Kendra Scott; Crossbody: Target; Sandals: Sperry; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer, The Inspiration Co, & Little Words Project

XOXO – Katie <3

5 Stylish + Comfortable Flats For Travel

It is Summer 2018 and you are about to board a plane to spend the next two months studying abroad in Europe ANDDDD you packed the WRONG shoes. Yep, that was ME for TWO WHOLE MONTHS in Europe. I had the WRONG shoes with me for walking 10,000+ steps a day across Europe. I remember during those long walking days feeling a lot of pain and annoyance and discomfort within my feet. At that time, I wasn’t aware of any stylish and comfortable flats for travel. However, flash forward to 2025, and I am in a VERY different place when it comes to traveling and the shoes that I wear! These days, I feel LOTS of comfort and a LOT less complaining when it comes to my feet. I am *very much* grateful to have found the right stylish and comfortable flats for travel for ME!

Me in Italy in Summer 2018 wearing the WRONG shoes!

From Ireland to Manhattan to Hawaii to Toronto to make own backyard in the Washington, DC area and everywhere in between, I ALWAYS want to dress stylishly when I travel! I have found myself opting for stylish flats on my travel days, but also wanting the comfort that I find and value in my Sherpa-lined slippers that I wear around the house. Over the years, I have found myself very fortunate to both collaborate with and discover some incredible footwear brands that focus on stylish and comfortable flats for travel – many of which also focus on ethical and sustainability within their craftsmanship. Here, I will be sharing my *very* favorite stylish and comfortable flats for travel (and also long work days, nights on the town, concerts, walks, and more!).

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5 Stylish + Comfortable Flats For Travel

1 – All Birds

Out of ALL of the places that I found a pair of All Birds ballet flats, it was at the thrift store!!! And, to my surprise, the pair of All Birds ballet flats that I thrifted felt brand-new and immediately as if I was wearing slippers out in public when in reality they’re a pair of stylish flats. All Birds prides itself on making beautifully comfortable, stylish, and sustainable ballet flats aka a win in ALL avenues!

Shop All Birds flats here!

2 – Sketchers

As a kid, I remember wearing the Velcro strap-on sneakers from Sketchers in a rainbow of colors – LOLLL! These days, Sketchers truly has it all. From ballet flats to slip on’s to sneakers and everything else in between, Sketchers is truly a brand that sells a stylish and comfortable flat shoe for everybody. On my recent trip to Spain and Portugal, I regularly styled my hot pink slip on’s and am grateful that I did! I got SEVERAL compliments on my Sketchers shoes and felt oh so great (and comfortable!) wearing them, too.

Shop Sketchers flats here!

3 – VIVAIA

From long work days on your feet to dancing at the club and in the streets, VIVAIA flats are truly the shoe to do it ALL in! In 2022, I had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with VIVAIA (here) and to this very day still LOVE and regularly wear my ballet flats from that collaboration! VIVAIA takes a sustainable and ethical approach to the craftsmanship for all of their gorgeous and comfortable shoes. Truly, these ballet flats will be a staple in your closet for years to come!

Shop VIVAIA flats here!

4 – New Bella

An emerging footwear brand, New Bella is a stylish and comfortable premium shoe brand. Like with VIVAIA, I had the amazing opportunity to collaborate with New Bella over on Instagram (see my first blog post styling them here!) and still regularly style and wear my New Bella ballet flats to this *very* day! From the cobblestone streets of Dublin to the several blocks’ walks on the streets of Manhattan to the uphill trails in Portugal, my New Bella flats have truly seen it all in comfort and style!

Shop New Bella flats here!

5 – Puma

Before a trip to Winners (aka TJ Maxx/Marshalls in Canada!) while in Toronto last November for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, I learned that Puma *yes, the sportswear brand* sells ballet flats! I ended up picking up a pair of Puma ballet flats while out and shopping in Toronto and did not regret doing so! My precious pair of Puma ballet flats allowed my comfort to persist throughout the entire concert!! These flats are also super stylish and comfortable and lightweight, too – perfect for work, happy hours, concerts, and more!

Shop Puma flats here!

Wrap-Up

Wherever you may be on your stylish and comfortable flats for travel journey, just know that you WILL get to a point where you will feel less pain and more comfort. It takes time to find the right shoes for YOU. Even if that means enduring and surviving an entire Summer of painful feet in the wrong shoes in Europe, you WILL get there. I encourage you to check out the 5 stylish and comfortable flats for travel mentioned in this blog post. And, always, please feel free to reach out to me Katefrancesthompson@gmail.com with any questions or concerns you may have!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore to Work – May 2024

Out of all of the 2023-2024 work months so far, May 2024 has been the MOST transformative for my career in many ways (more to come on that soon!). Work-wise, I started the month in nothing short of a panic to learning and growing in several ways to experiencing so many pivotal moments in the direction that I want to take my career given the current professional landscape of our world. I have also started company-sponsored leadership coaching which has been SO amazing!! All in all, I am VERY proud of where I am now and where I am going!

One of the biggest takeaways I have experienced throughout May 2024 is the simple joys of getting dressed to be more productive. There IS something major to be said for getting dressed, doing my skincare + makeup routine, and making my bed that makes the day SO MUCH better. *Even* when I feel like not getting ready for the day and hanging low in my pajamas, the act of doing so makes a MAJOR impact positively on my days!

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Dress: Lord & Taylor; Scarf: Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings: Kate Spade; Bracelets: Alex and Ani, Lilly Pulitzer, Amazon, & J Crew Factory
Tee: Lilly Pulitzer; Jacket: Lands End; Shorts: Fabletics; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Bracelets: Scout Bags x Teleties
Blouse & Handbag: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Earrings: J Crew Factory; Skirt: BCBG; Bracelets: Amazon & Lilly Pulitzer; Shoes: Vintage
Sweater: Vintage; Jeans: D Jeans; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Earrings: SugarFix by Target
Tee: Mountain Moverz; Jacket: Isaac Mizrahi; Leggings: Shapermint; Boots: Hunter Boots; Tote: Target: Earrings: J Crew Factory; Bracelets: Amazon, Alex and Ani, & Lilly Pulitzer
Dress: BCBG; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Earrings: House of Harlow 1960
Sweater: Vintage; Pants: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Target; Headband: Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings: Kate Spade; Bracelets: Amazon, Lilly Pulitzer, Kendra Scott, & All She Wrote Notes; Sandals: Jack Rogers
Tee: Vineyard Vines; Skort: J Crew Factory
Blouse: Thrifted; Pants: Isaac Mizrahi; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Earrings: House of Harlow 1960; Bracelets: Amazon & Lilly Pulitzer
Dress: Hill House; Earrings: House of Harlow 1960; Bag: Target; Sandals: Jack Rogers; Bracelets: Amazon, Lilly Pulitzer, & Kate Spade
Dress: J Crew Factory; Pearls & Heels: Vintage; Earrings: Charming Charlie; Claw Clip & Crossbody: Target; Bracelets: J Crew Factory, Amazon, & Kendra Scott
Dress: Hill House; Bow: Lele Sadoughi; Heels: Vintage; Earrings: J Crew Factory; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Bracelets: Amazon, Lilly Pulitzer, & Kendra Scott
Dress: Lands End; Necklace: Thrifted; Bracelets: Amazon & Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings: House of Harlow 1960; Sandals: Jack Rogers
Dress: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Cora’s Den; Bracelets: Amazon, Kendra Scott, Lilly Pulitzer, & Scout Bags x Teleties; Earrings: SugarFix by Target
Lounge Set: 66Disco; Headband: Anthropologie
Blouse: Amazon; Jeans: D Brand; Earrings: House of Harlow 1960; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & Ralph Lauren
Shirt: Caloosa Water Wear; Skirt: Vineyard Vines; Sandals: Jack Rogers; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott
Tee: Vineyard Vines; Skirt: Lilly Pulitzer; Headband: Anthropologie; Handbag: Mark & Graham; Flip Flops: J Crew Factory; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer & All She Wrote Notes; Necklace: Kendra Scott
Dress: Target; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Braclets: Kendra Scott & J Crew Factory; Earrings: Kate Spade; Heels: Lands’ End; Handbag: Mark & Graham

XOXO – Katie <3