5 Colorful and Printed Dresses I absolutely Love for the Summer

Farotelle Fashion Stylist Influencer Wearing Red Summer Dress with Flower Pattern

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We may have different opinions on how low to set the thermostat during the Summer, but I'm sure we can all agree that Summer is synonymous with 'dress season'. And yes, we can wear dresses all year round, but the high temps of the Summer make for so much flexibility when it comes to dress cuts, fabrics, and lengths. If not during the Summer, then when else would you comfortably wear a linen dress? or a sleeveless maxi dress? or show off all those bright and fun prints? (because remember, during the Winter, those get covered with coats!) Summer earned its #DressSeason moniker for so many reasons! And personally speaking, Summer is the perfect time to play with bold prints that add serious distinction to even the simplest dress cut. I've turned to Ankara fabric for its lively patterns and cotton weave that deliver so much ease and comfort when it's hot out there. Here are some of my favorite dresses that I am excited to parade around this Summer.

1. Red and Yellow Floral Print Maxi Dress

Bold and contrastive prints, maxi length, timeless shirt-dress cut. You just can't go wrong with a number that packs that much punch! I've worn this one to brunch, for weekend errands, and even for casual work gatherings. It's that versatile and I'm loving it!

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful maxi printed dress. The dress has a shirt-dress cut and a red and yellow floral pattern. Platform espadrilles sandals and a Tomoli red handbag complete the outfit.

An outfit close-up picture showing style influencer Farotelle wearing a print dress. The dress has a red and yellow floral pattern. She accessorized it with colorful bangles and a color-blocked red handbag.

2. Turquoise Flutter-sleeve Print Midi Dress

A cute and comfy vibe is as simple as this dress! It was love at first sight with this beautiful shell print. It reminds me of the beach and instantly puts me in a relaxed vacation mood. Plus the dress cut is so effortless and chic. I love the feminine touch that those flutter sleeves and tiered skirt add to the picture. I've worn this one for leisurely outings while on vacation and for casual weekend activities. This number is a doozy!

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful Summer maxi dress. The dress has flutter sleeves and a shell-patterned print in turquoise and brown. She completed the outfit with chunky black sandals by Vagabond and a black waist belt.

A top view of style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful Summer maxi dress. The dress has flutter sleeves and a shell-patterned print in turquoise and brown. She completed the outfit with chunky black sandals by Vagabond and a black waist belt.

3. Blue Multi-Colored Print Midi Dress

When a dress delivers the distinction and changeability that this one does, you waste no time adding it to your wardrobe! Not only do I love the distinctive print and simple cut of this dress, I am completely obsessed with the removable collar design. What a difference it makes! Wear the dress without it and you have an everyday, effortless outfit that really could take you anywhere. Add the square-shaped collar and boom! You instantly set a sleek, super classy, I've-got-business-to-tend-to tone. Talk about versatility! I've worn the dress with strappy sandals and lace-up pumps and am thinking about pairing it with boots come Fall. Stay tuned to find out more ways I wear this one!

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful printed midi dress. This is a sleeveless Ankara dress that is styled with a yellow belt and yellow strappy sandals. Farotelle has short black natural hair. She is standing against a wall.

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful Ankara midi dress. The dress has a distinctive blue and yellow print and a square collar. Farotelle is wearing the dress with a blue belt. There is a building with glass windows in the background.

 Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful Ankara midi Summer dress. The dress features a distinctive multi-colored print and has a square collar. Lace-up pumps and a blue belt complete the outfit. There is a building in the background.

4. Orange Full Print Dress

How I like my cups, my life, and my Summer dresses: full! And this orange dress brings on the fullness, alright! It's another simple cut that's elevated by a bright hue, subtle print and that swirly bottom. I like to wear it with a belt to accentuate the fit-and-full cut and also add a bit of color contrast. This has been a weekend's go-to just because of how fun it is.

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful orange maxi dress. This is an Ankara dress with a full skirt and a fitted top. Farotelle styled it with a contrasting wide blue belt. There's greenery in the background.

Style influencer Farotelle wearing a colorful orange maxi dress. This is an Ankara dress with a full skirt and a fitted top. Farotelle styled it with a contrasting wide blue belt and orange flat sandals. There's greenery in the background.

5. Bright Chartreuse Floral Print Dress

First of all, let me confess that this number is not actually a dress! But could you tell? That's the beauty of a coordinated set. It can pass for a dress any time! I love the bright, chartreuse hue that underscores this floral print. It's one of those colors that will amp up your spirits no matter your mood. Another number I love to parade around on weekends. I typically pair it with strappy sandals (those are my favorite if you hadn't noticed already) and a casual bag for an easy vibe. 

 Style influencer Farotelle wearing a bright chartreuse Summer midi dress. The dress is sleeveless and has a floral pattern. She paired it with chartreuse strappy sandals and a blue bucket bag. She is leaning against guardrails and there are windows in the background.

I could go on and on about printed dresses because I love them so much! If you have not tried a bold print dress, I hope this post inspires you to step outside your comfort zone and make a print-y statement this Summer. These pieces are all custom orders so unfortunately not available for purchase but I'm working on it (wink!) Until next time!

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3 Ways I Style My Favorite Jeans for the Summer

Influencer Farotelle wearing a blue jeans and white shirt outfit.

What's better than blue jeans? It's a pair of versatile, comfortable, perfectly-fitting, classic blue wash jeans. And if you think these are too many boxes for one pair of jeans to check, then think again! I'm always on the search for the perfect jeans and I can confidently say that I have found them, or at least I'm getting satisfyingly close to the jeans of my dreams. To say that it's been an arduous journey is an understatement considering the dozens of jeans I've tried and purchased over the years. So you can imagine how rewarding finding a close-to-perfect one feels! These are a dream for so many reasons, including the fact that they come in tall sizing with a length that's flattering to my 5'11" stature. These jeans also serve good flexibility while retaining the structure of traditional denim. Because friends, one thing I haven't gotten on yet is lightweight denim. For some reason, the lighter the denim fabric, the less it feels like denim to me! Another thing that I love about those jeans is the classic, homogenous blue wash that can be dressed up for the office or dressed down for after-hours and weekend errands. This feature makes them so versatile and when you're all about building a capsule wardrobe, that makes a big difference. And let's not forget the waist situation. I've been wearing high-waisted bottoms for a few years now and honestly speaking, I don't know if I'll ever be able to lower my waist standard (do you see the pun here?!) again. These jeans feature a high-waist cut that makes them easy to style with cropped tops and longer ones alike. And the higher waist does something to smooth the mid section and who doesn't like that? Anyhoo, let's jump into 3 easy ways you can style these jeans for the Summer.

1. Wide-leg Blue Jeans with Flared Sleeve Boxy Shirt

Here's a PSA for you in case you didn't know: you can be simple while making a statement. Sounds paradoxical, but the combo of these blue jeans and boxy white shirt proves that it's possible! Cropped tops have been having a moment, and I have not shied away from them. In fact, the right crop length and style can elevate a look as much as a classic top would. Another thing that I also love about this look is the color combination. Blue and white go so well together plus they give off a fresh vibe that's so cooling for the Summer.

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A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a cropped white shirt and white strappy sandals.
A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a cropped white shirt and white strappy sandals.

2. Wide-leg Blue Jeans with Black Halter Blouse

Halter necklines will always have my heart! I just love how bare shoulders give off a sexy vibe while still being appropriate for a range of occasions. I went for a simple black halter blouse from Express to pair with these blue jeans and black strappy sandals for a chic and versatile look. I wore this to run some weekend errands but nothing wrong with transitioning from a Costco run to date night with that cute top!

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A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a black halter top and black strappy sandals.

A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a black halter top and black strappy sandals.

3. Wide-leg Blue Jeans with Green Blouse

Effortless style doesn't get easier than a good pair of jeans with a tucked-in blouse. Whether it's a button-up, sleeveless, or voluminous sleeve piece, a blouse is sure to bring elevated balance to the casual flair of denim. And during the Summer, the possibilities are endless with your color choices! Blue and green is another refreshing color combo that I love for the hot season hence this look. I finished it with my Schutz Ully green strappy sandals for some coordinated action and a comfortable touch. 

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A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a green blouse and green strappy sandals.

A fashion and style editorial photo showing influencer Farotelle wearing blue wide-leg jeans with a green blouse and green strappy sandals.

Now, how inspired are you to style your favorite jeans this season? Drop a comment and let me know your go-to Summer denim outfits. Until next time :)

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3 reasons why you need sweater dresses in your Fall/Winter wardrobe

3 reasons why you need sweater dresses in your Fall/Winter wardrobe
One and done. This phrase has become synonymous with dresses because of the convenience they deliver. When it comes to style, separates are fun and make for maximum creativity however they also require a dose of decision making. And some mornings, our brains are just not energized enough to decide whether to wear that beige cropped cable-knit sweater or a ruffle sleeve blouse with our favorite black pair of pants. It's on days like these that dresses come into play, to simplify the routine while also ensuring we have a full outfit on before leaving the house. Dresses come in an extensive range of lengths, fabrics, and cuts and there is definitely something for everyone in every season. For Fall and Winter specifically, sweater dresses have become a staple in many wardrobes, mine included! Sweater dresses are made of knit materials that offer tons of versatility for everyday as well as special occasion dressing. Here are 3 reasons why you should seriously consider adding sweater dresses to your wardrobe if you haven't jumped on that bandwagon already.

1. Sweater dresses are cozy

We all love to insulate ourselves from the cold temps when they hit. And for most of us, sweaters are the go-to piece to stay warm. It's easy to throw on your favorite fleece hoodie or knit turtleneck when the air starts to cool off. The great news is that sweater dresses offer the same level of comfort as sweaters, except they require no pants or skirts - the one-and-done factor. You can get a sweater dress as substantial or light as you like to suit your style and insulation preferences. Because I live in Minnesota, and we typically see harsh temps in the Winter, I like to go for heavier knits to ensure I stay comfy and keep my blood circulation going! 
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a neutral outfit that consists of a black fitted turtleneck dress, a long camel cardigan with a belt, and tall brown leather boots. There's snow in the background.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a neutral outfit that consists of a black fitted turtleneck dress, a long camel cardigan with a belt, and tall brown leather boots. She's also wearing a small black crossbody handbag. There's snow in the background.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a neutral outfit that consists of a black fitted turtleneck dress, a long camel cardigan with a belt, and tall brown leather boots. She has sunglasses on. There's snow in the background.
This neutral color-blocked look features a simple black turtleneck sweater dress paired with a long sweater cardigan for an easy layered effect. I added a belt for a touch of polish and finished the look with knee-high brown boots for total coverage in the snowy weather. I have to say that this was so cozy, I was able to skip the coat!
Love this look? Make it your own with these versatile sweater dress picks!

2. Sweater dresses are a no-brainer

I spoke about the one-and-done aspect of dresses that we all love. Sweater dresses are no different in that they give us the convenience to get dressed quickly without having to get in the excrutiating debate of clothes matching. Most sweater dresses are dressy enough to be worn alone, and they also lend themselves really well to layering. 
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a midi green sweater dress with a wide brown belt, a brown crochet sweater, and brown tall boots. She's holding a brown leather handbag and wearing sunglasses.
Fashion blogger Farotelle in a sitting position and wearing a midi green sweater dress with a wide brown belt, a brown crochet sweater, and brown tall boots. She is wearing sunglasses.
Fashion blogger Farotelle leaning against a stone wall and wearing a midi green sweater dress with a wide brown belt, a brown crochet sweater, and brown tall boots. She's holding a brown leather handbag and wearing sunglasses.
Striking color-blocking should not be exclusive to the warm seasons. In this look, I wore a simple moss green sweater dress that I adorned with a contrastive brown crochet sweater and an extra wide brown belt. I went for tall brown boots to accentuate the color-blocking and give the look a coordinated flow. 
Love this look? Make it your own with these versatile sweater dress picks!
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a sage green sweater dress with a black wide waist belt and a black moto leather jacket. She has sunglasses on and is wearing a black crossbody bag.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a sage green sweater dress with a black wide waist belt, a black moto leather jacket, and black combat boots. She has sunglasses on and is wearing a black crossbody bag.
Fashion blogger Farotelle in a streetstyle outfit that consists of a sage green sweater dress with a black wide waist belt, a black moto leather jacket, and black combat boots. She has sunglasses on and is wearing a black crossbody bag.
Spicing up an outfit in January doesn't get easier than throwing a leather jacket on top of it. And that's exactly what I did with this maxi sage green sweater dress. I wore it with a black waist belt to give it definition and combat boots for the streetstyle cool factor. And finally I grabbed my black moto leather jacket for both a cozy and layering effect.
Love this look? Make it your own with these versatile sweater dress picks!

3. Sweater dresses add texture to an outfit

Just like sweaters come in a variety of yarns and fabrics and details, sweater dresses also come in a variety of options. Some offer polished ribbing detail that is eaay to pair with other knits. Some sweater dresses also come with distinctive cable-knit detail. Others come with classic patterns such as stripes or Fair Isle.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a striped gray and beige sweater dress with a beige coat and a gray belt. She is also wearing brown leather gloves.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a striped gray and beige sweater dress. She is holding a blue striped handbag.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a striped gray and beige sweater dress with a beige coat, a gray waist belt, and gray tall boots. She is also wearing sunglasses and brown leather gloves. She has a striped blue handbag.
For this workwear-inspired look, I went for a striped midi sweater dress. What drew me to that number was the striking yet neutral striped pattern. Gray and beige are mainstream neutral tones we all love and that go with just about any color. For this look, I opted to stick to the dress color palette so I wore a gray belt, gray suede boots, and a light beige coat. The stripes are the real accent of this polished attire and help to blend the colors and textures together.
Love this look? Make it your own with these versatile sweater dress picks!
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a monochrome burgundy red outfit that consists of a burgundy sweater dress with a matching belt and a matching wool coat. She is holding a bugundy rounded handbag.
Fashion blogger Farotelle wearing a monochrome burgundy red outfit that consists of a burgundy sweater dress with a matching belt and matching tall boots. She is holding a bugundy rounded handbag.
This burgundy monochrome look is as effortless and polished as it is cozy. I went for a classic, no-fuss ribbed sweater midi dress that I paired with matching tall leather boots and a matching wool coat. While this outfit is great for making a statement, it's also super wearable.
Love this look? Make it your own with these versatile sweater dress picks!
How do you like to style your sweater dresses? Comment below!

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