Thanks Jessica for all these awesome outfits!

Top, Sweater, Denim, Wedges

Another great outfit from Jessica! I will post links tomorrow. (Considering how late I’m posting this, I’m sure you can tell my day has been a little hectic!)

Top, Skirt, Belt, Wedges

Lovely dress.

At Fossil for $64.00.

Oh man, can you tell I’m craving summer? For several reasons but the main three are: one. the weather. two. the pool to open (Memorial Day Weekend). three. there is a library a stones throw away from my house (literally) that has been in the process of being built and was supposed to open “winter 2009″ Well, it’s now supposed to open July 2010. Yes, makes me mad that they tricked me, but I can’t wait for it to FINALLY open!

Okay… on to the swimsuit, at Boden for $68.00

Love this dress!

At ModCloth for $74.99, 37-38.5 inches long.

I’m pretty sure I’m going to be your best friend after this post! eShakti’s tag line is: We design. You customize! They have several already modest dresses like the ones posted above… but they also have sleeveless dresses that you can customize and put sleeves on! Or if you don’t want a cap sleeve but want a full sleeve, you can do that too!!! You can choose your length, sleeves, neckline, and bra size! Talk about amazing! AND their prices are totally affordable, they range from $39.95-$59.95 (not including the customizing).  Okay so I can’t take all the credit! Thanks to our reader Lauren for sending me the link to this awesome store! (seriously Lauren… awesome find!) AND if you buy two dresses, you get 30% off on the second, if you buy by Valentines Day! SORRY, JUST ADDED THE LINK!!!

Okay this dress is super cute and would be perfect to pair with some textured and colored tights!

At Victoria’s Secret on sale for $69.00, 20 inches from waist.

This jacket looks super warm, and considering it was 6 degrees here yesterday… super warm is what I need!

At JCPenney on sale for $59.99.

Thanks for the link Jessica!

This would make for a perfect holiday dress this year!

At b&lu for $59.00, 41 inches long.

I officially added this to my christmas list. I love it, especially with those rainboots!!!

Find it at Shabby Apple for $68.00.

Another great maternity dress from Gap!

This one is also online only for $59.50.

I am pregnant! We will be welcoming our second little boy into our family in April! I am currently 20 weeks and starting to show. I’m going to be posting some of my favorite maternity finds, along with clothes that work while your pregnant… even if their not ‘maternity.’

I absolutely love this little black dress from Gap! It is available online only for $69.50.

Hey guys! Just thought I would post some great holiday dresses today!

Calvin Klein Tie Sleeve Sheath Dress $58.90

Perfect Form Dress $38.99

Formal Flower Dress $44.99

Taylor Ruffle Jersey Sheath Dress $78.90

My friend just emailed me about b&lu and let me tell you! So many cute options for plus size women! (seriously wanting all the clothes in my size) I’m sure you will be seeing a lot from their site here on Sensibly Styled!

At b&lu for $59.00, 47-51 inches long.

p.s. Sorry it took me forever to post today! My web hosting was down!

Another great find from Emily E.!

At Modcloth for $52.99

Emily E. sent us the links to some great stuff over at Modcloth! And isn’t this dress cute?

At Modcloth for $67.99

Okay, so I think this dress is super cute… but I think it would look even ’super cuter’ (hehe) if someone who was 4 or 5 months pregnant was wearing it. It is made out of stretch cotton so it would hug your little baby so perfectly! Call me crazy… but I think that would be CUTE!

At Shabby Apple for $72.00

PLEASE HELP!

First off, I love your blog.  I am so happy to have finally found some like-minded women when it comes to being fashionable yet appropriate.  My husband says I dress like a frumpy housewife – which I am, by the way!  I am a 33yo mom to 5 little ones.  I barely have time to get THEM dressed and off to wherever they need to go, let alone worry about dressing myself!  I recently completed my first triathlon (and in the training process lost nearly 50 pounds and dropped from a size 14/16 to an 8/10!!). I am on the taller side (5ft 7in), but still with some mommy belly (hey, 5 pregnancies in 6 years will do that to you) and larger thighs/hips (mostly genetics, but also from biking).  Husband just came home from work and said we have a dinner with the boss coming up!  YIKES!!!  I have no clue what to wear.  This dinner will be with a bunch of new physicians and their spouses at the Department Chairman’s house.  It is probably business casual dress.  What do I wear?  Thanks for your help!

~GWN

GWN, congratulations on your first triathlon and getting in shape! I love hearing success stories like yours! I have put together a very casual outfit however, I stayed away from blue jeans to help it not be too casual. The boots I put in the outfit (for this outfit) would be worn under the jeans, however, they would look super cute paired over some skinny jeans! I love the blouse and the pop of color it will give this outfit. Have fun shopping for your new figure and I’m sure you will look amazing!

Women’s Sateen Roll-Sleeve Camp Shirt at Old Navy for $24.50

Funnel Neck Cardigan at Gap for $69.50

Trouser Dark Wash Jeans at Calvin Klein on sale for $44.75

Wanted Launch Boots at Piperlime for $80.00

Love this sweater! Same print as the skirt below but in blue… so cute. (And look how freaking awesome her hair is too!)

At Fossil for $64.00

I’m loving the vibrant print on this skirt!

At Fossil for $58.00

Love this dress!

At Christa-Taylor for $58.00, 24 inches from waist.

Lovely!

At Beautifully Modest for $54.00

Quick disclaimer… I know in the picture that the black jacket and the black skirt look like two different shades, however, I still put them both on there… don’t judge! It’s the idea of the outfit that counts anyways… right?!

Belted Satin Blouse at Charlotte Russe for $21.99

Ruched Back Pencil Skirt at Wet Seal for $21.50

Vida Peep-Toe Pumps at Target for $26.99

Beaded Vintage Necklance at Forever 21 for $5.80

OR a little lower key: Jeweled Vintage Necklace at Forever 21 for $6.80

Add this jacket for a cool fall day! Flocked Wool Jacket with Neck Tie on sale at Tulle for $51.50

My husband and I are taking an anniversary (lucky 13) trip to Maui in a few weeks.  We will be hiking, chilling on the beaches, going to great dinners, etc.  I would love a few outfits that would look great for our different activities.  This time of year makes finding warm weather clothes especially challenging. Any ideas you have would be great.

Thanks,
Julie

Hello!  I am loving your blog and was hoping you could help me.  My name is Lynette W. and I live in West Virginia. My dh and I are celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary with a fall trip to Maine.  Our last couple only trip was 10 years ago, so this is a very special trip for us.  We will be doing everything from a windy boat cruise, to hiking along rocky shorelines, to eating in nice restaurants.  We are also going to be Bed and Breakfast hopping, so I want to pack light, if I can.  And I want to look, well, you know, HOT! Can you help me find some interchangeable pieces that will help me do that?  Pretty please?

Thank you!

Hello Ladies! How exciting! Both of you are soon going to be celebrating your anniversaries with a much deserved vacation! I put together the most basic things needed for a vacation. (In my opinion at least) I always pack at least one of each: pants, capris, shorts. That way I can have some variety and can choose depending on weather. One great thing about taking summer trips in fall… everything is on sale! I found you guys some awesome sale items at Jcrew that will be perfect for the beach, and walking along the rocky shoreline! Super cute swimsuits matched with a super cute cover up or linen pants and a cute tank are perfect for the sand! Also, Lynette, when it is windy you can pair your linen pants with a tee and a sweater. (Oh gosh, this makes me want to take a trip out to the Oregon Coast ASAP!) These sandals from Ocean Minded, make we want to die… I think they are SO cute! Enjoy your trips and congratulations on your anniversaries!

And for a night out on the town… our reader Catherine S. sent me a style board that she made for her 5th anniversary… Thanks Catherine! It came right in time for this anniversary post! If you would like to see where to purchase these items, please visit Catherine’s blog! THANKS!!!

Links to top outfit:

Perfect Boot Jeans at Gap for $69.50

Classic Capris at Gap on sale for $9.99

Hip Slung Bermuda Shorts at Gap on sale for $9.99

Solid shirred bandeau tank on sale at Jcrew for $49.99

Solid Ruffle Tank on sale at Jcrew for $49.99

Lightweight Gauze Ruffle Cover-up Dress on sale at Jcrew for $24.99

Linen Getaway Pant on sale at Jcrew for $29.99 (Perfect name!)

Women’s Striped Toggle-Front Sweater Coat At Old Navy for $44.50

Women’s Fleece Zip Hoodie at Old Navy for $15.00

Women’s Button-Front Drop-Waist Tops at Old Navy for $14.50

La Jolla sandals from Ocean Minded for $30.00

I’m loving all the colors in this outfit! I want it all! And can I just say that this skirt is SO CUTE!

At Tulle for $55.00, 23-25 inches long.

Our reader Crystal F. sent me the link to this SUPER cute dress! Thanks Crystal!

At J.Crew on sale for $59.99, 25 inches from natural waist.

I love the simplicity of this dress… especially paired with those tights!

At Tulle for $73.00, 35-37 inches long.

Gosh guys, I have some freakin’ awesome friends! My friend Almira sent me some more links (woot, woot!)! Thanks Almira!

Found at Diviine Modestee for $64.00

Perfect for work, church or play!

Find it at ESPRIT for $59.50.

Our reader Victoria M. wrote in saying:

Last night, after an exhausting day, after my 3 kids were finally asleep, I started looking through my drawers for something that would help me get past the popsicle juice and baby spit-up I had been covered in during the day.  I wished I had a modest, pretty nightgown that I could sleep in.  I wanted to feel pretty, but went with my only option, plaid pajama bottoms.  No, I did not feel pretty.  And the nursing pads only made matters worse.  Help!  I am at the height of frump!

Victoria, I totally understand! Just because we like to be modest doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be able to feel beautiful before we go to bed! I found several nightgowns that I think you will love. None of them are anything that you would feel embarrassed to be seen in if any of your 3 kids decided to sneak out of their rooms. However, they are all nightgowns that I think will make you feel more feminine and beautiful. I hope you enjoy!

All nightgowns were found at Nordstrom. Eileen West ‘Laurel Canyon’ Nightgown for $68.00 ,Lauren by Ralph Lauren ‘Monte Carlo’ Nightgown for $58.00, Eileen West ‘Valley of the Moon’ Ballet Gown for $70.00, Donna Nadeau Flutter Sleeve Chemiseon sale for $37.90, Eileen West ‘Falling Leaves’ Nightgown for $62.00

A few plus size options:

Midnight by Carole Hochman ‘Two Hearts’ Nightgown (Plus) for $88.00, Eileen West ‘Eastside Twilight’ Nightgown (Plus) for $82.00, Eileen West ‘Manhattan Mood’ Nightgown (Plus) for $82.00

Love, Natalie

This is great for fall. I love the vintage feel that it has to it!

Find it at Ruche for $52.99. The length is 26 inches.

I love this dress, and better yet… I love this purple!

Purple Pleated Bust Ruffle Knit Dress at Torrid for $54.00, 40 inches long.

Cute sweaters! Long Ruffle Wrap Sweater $58.00, Ruffle Collar Swing Cardigan Jacket $54.00.

So cute! And I love the neckline of this dress!

Black and White Ruffle Secretary Dress at Torrid for $68.00, 41 inches long.

Our reader Vanessa just sent me the link to this adorable dress (and also the link to the connect the dots dress at Fred Flare)! I wish I knew how long it was because I tell you what. I like it a lot!

At Fred Flare for $70.00.