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Personal Style | Easter in Dress Barn + a Style Linkup

April 6, 2015 by Whitney 76 Comments

Hello there, friends! I hope you all had an enjoyable weekend. I spent most of mine spring cleaning and hanging with family. After heading to church for an amazing Easter service, hubby and I went for a walk around our neighborhood. We met my family for dinner around 4, then headed back home to watch Black Girls Rock. Did you catch the show on BET? Talk about inspirational!

Dress Barn - Plus Size

Dress: Dress Barn // Flats: Steve Madden, DSW (Same) // Purse: Gifted

Dress Barn Dress

Moving onto today’s outfit, I must give a shout out to my “Easter Outfit”. I mean this Dress Barn dress has been hanging in my closet for months. It’s about 2 years old and I purchased it while in Delaware at the Dress Barn outlet. I was searching for work clothes and hubby liked the color and style of the dress. Reluctant to even stop in the store, I finally agreed to try it on. Needless to say, I loved it! The fit was perfection, the color was indeed gorgeous, and the material was forgiving.

Spring Style - Dress Barn

Watch: Thrifted, 2nd Avenue // Bracelet: Purchased on a Vacation

Dress Barn - Spring Style

I’ve worn the dress a few times to work (here) and church, but it ended up getting lost in my closet. Thanks to my spring cleaning this weekend, I found it and rekindled my affection for this pretty frock. I knew it’d be perfect for Easter and adding my floral flats was the icing on the cake. I could have worn my nude heels, but I decided to add a some color. I love a good floral print, so the flats were a must!

Dress Barn - Spring Plus Size Style

Name Necklace: oNecklace // Earrings: Target


So tell me, are you a fan of my Dress Barn Easter dress?  How did you spend your Easter weekend? Let me know! 

Before I go, I want to give a HUGE thank you to Michelle. She is co-hosting today’s Personal Style Linkup with me and I’m delighted to have her! Don’t forget to show off your personal style by linking your recent OOTD pots(s) below. Be sure to link your outfit back to this post. Also, visit the other bloggers who’ve linked up and say hey. Until next time, be blessed and stay safe…XO!

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Filed Under: Plus Size Style, Style Tagged With: Dress Barn, florals, Spring

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Comments

  1. Kishina says

    April 6, 2015 at 9:49 am

    Beautiful dress, Whitney! Love the color and fit. The flats are the perfect pop of color and interest for this! I did catch the show last night and have been forever inspired to do more with my life! There were too many favorites to name. Loved Jill Scott, Cicely Tyson, Michelle Obama….ahhh! All amazing women! Thanks for hosting the link up 🙂
    Kishina recently posted…On Sunday I Wear Skirts | Easter 2015My Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:29 am

      Thanks, Kishina! And thank you for linking up. Black Girls Rock was great and like you, inspired me to do more with my life. It was an amazing show!

      Reply
  2. Jen says

    April 6, 2015 at 10:02 am

    I love that color dress Whitney! And I agree those shoes are the perfect finish to a great spring outfit. Thanks for sharing!
    Jen recently posted…Style Blogging: Lost In Translation | Link UpMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Thank you, Jen!

      Reply
  3. Osy Stylediarybyosy says

    April 6, 2015 at 10:24 am

    Very pretty dress, you look beautiful. The floral shoes was a great choice and happy Easter.
    http://stylediarybyosy.blogspot.com/
    Osy Stylediarybyosy recently posted…Celebrating in ColorsMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Thanks, love!

      Reply
  4. Glenda says

    April 6, 2015 at 11:30 am

    Pretty color, Whitney. I enjoy how you lived the dress with the colorful flats and arm candy.
    Glenda recently posted…White-HotMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:34 am

      Thanks, Glenda! Hope you had a good weekend!

      Reply
  5. MaRae - The Always Fabulous says

    April 6, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    You look great! I didn’t get a chance to watch Black Girls Rock, but I DVR’d so I can’t wait to watch it!
    MaRae – The Always Fabulous recently posted…Polka dots and stripes…My Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:36 am

      Thank you! I’m sure you’ll love the show. It was GREAT!

      Reply
  6. Ada says

    April 6, 2015 at 2:13 pm

    You look fab in this nice 2-piece green dress. Hope you had a great Easter Whitney. Thanks for the link-up.

    Reply
    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:37 am

      🙂 Thanks, Ada! And thanks for linking up..xo!

      Reply
  7. Robyn says

    April 6, 2015 at 3:57 pm

    Werk, hunty! I love this color on you! So perfect with pink and floral accessories!

    Robyn
    Feel Great Fashion

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:37 am

      😉 Thanks, girlie!

      Reply
  8. Antionette Blake says

    April 6, 2015 at 4:20 pm

    Woohoo – I absolutely adore this outfit on you – so very flattering and you got it from DE too – too bad it was 2 years ago, otherwise, I would be stopping there after work! Hope you are having a wonderful week.
    Antionette Blake recently posted…10 Tax Breaks for Bloggers – REPOSTMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:41 am

      Thanks, sis! And yes, I got it from good ‘ol DE. 😉

      Reply
  9. Rachelle says

    April 6, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    green is your color girl, love it!

    xo
    PinkSole
    Rachelle recently posted…Grey, Black & Pink :: #HowISpring Link-UpMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:41 am

      Thanks, love!

      Reply
  10. Brooke says

    April 6, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    You look beautiful, especially those floral flats!

    Brooke
    pumps and push-ups
    Brooke recently posted…That Navy Shift DressMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:41 am

      Thank you so much, Brooke!

      Reply
  11. Rachel says

    April 6, 2015 at 10:37 pm

    What a lovely dress and those floral flats with it are too cute. Your easter sounds very relaxing, haha ours was so busy! Thank you for stopping by my new blog today and for the welcoming. I will link up my outfit post for tomorrow tomorrow 🙂
    Rachel xo

    Garay Treasures

    Please visit or follow my new blog here.
    Rachel recently posted…Welcome to my new spaceMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:42 am

      Thanks, Rachel. Wishing you all the best on the new site…xo!

      Reply
  12. Carylee says

    April 6, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    That is a gorgeous color on you! Love it with the floral heels! Leopard would be a great pairing with it as well!
    Carylee | more pieces of me
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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:42 am

      🙂 Thanks, Carylee!

      Reply
  13. March and May says

    April 7, 2015 at 12:30 am

    You look gorgeous my dear. Real spring ready. This color suits you so well.

    March and May
    March and May recently posted…Snow Sunny Day With Capes and JeansMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:42 am

      Thanks, Ana!

      Reply
  14. Kasi says

    April 7, 2015 at 6:44 am

    Yassss, I love the dress and the color, you’re working it! Great way to incorporate additional pops of color with your accessories. You look fab!

    Reply
    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:43 am

      🙂 Thanks, girl! I was happy to wear a little color for Easter. 🙂

      Reply
  15. Amy Ann says

    April 7, 2015 at 7:34 am

    Beautiful Easter dress. Love the color!

    Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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    • Whitney says

      April 7, 2015 at 9:43 am

      Thanks, Amy!

      Reply
  16. Neti says

    April 7, 2015 at 6:15 pm

    I love everything about this outfit and you look Radiant in it. Enjoy!
    Neti recently posted…Uptown CheapstakeMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 8, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      Thanks, Neti!

      Reply
  17. foodfashionandflow says

    April 7, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    That dress looks great on you and I love that color. It really complements your skin tone

    http://foodfashionandflow.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • Whitney says

      April 8, 2015 at 12:09 pm

      🙂 Thank you!

      Reply
  18. Ayana Pitterson says

    April 8, 2015 at 11:09 am

    That color looks absolutely fabulous on you! Beautiful draping, great color and gorgeous flats. Love it.

    Thrifting Diva
    http://www.thriftingdiva.com
    Ayana Pitterson recently posted…printed dress + thrift sisters link upMy Profile

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    • Whitney says

      April 8, 2015 at 12:10 pm

      Thanks, sis!

      Reply
  19. Lynn says

    April 10, 2015 at 1:17 am

    I’m a little late linking BUT I’m linked! lol

    U look darling in this outfit and those shoes look solo comfy! Loving the color on you////
    Lynn recently posted…Flashback to Resurrection Sunday!My Profile

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