Archives for October 2015

Top 10 Vacation Spots & What to Wear

October 26, 2015

According to the Travel Channel– these are the top 10 destination spots all over the world! We are talking dream vacations! At Lily Boutique, we have picked out a must-have dress for each of these fabulous destinations. Whether you are standing under the infamous Eiffel Tower in Paris, France or enjoying the nightlife in Miami, Florida- we have a dress for every destination. We want to ensure you look fabulous wherever your compass takes you!

All of these gorgeous destination photos can be found on our “Beautiful Places” board on !

Paris, France

Like all great cities, you can spend months in Paris and barely scratch the surface of the city’s cultural treasures. Stroll through the iconic Luxembourg Gardens, rub elbows with fashionistas in the stellar shopping districts or eat a croissant at a beautiful outdoor café.

We see you shopping for the Parisian couture and looking effortlessly chic in the Audrey Cut-Out Sheath Dress in Black or Pink! Black and pink are classic Parisian colors and the classy style of this dress evokes the spirit of Paris effortlessly.

Audrey Cut-Out Back Sheath Dress in Black $42; Audrey Cut-Out Back Sheath Dress in Pink $42

New York, New York

New York is true to its roots and remains a city of immigrants with inspiring architecture and a thriving arts scene. Take in a show on Broadway, shop in SoHo, spend a lazy day in Central Park and explore the city’s diverse neighborhoods. There is so much to do in New York you’ll want to spend at least a week!

Take a walk in Central Park in the darling Central Park Eyelet Belted Dress in White. This cute white sundress looks great dressed up with heels for brunch with friends, or you can dress it down with flat sandals for a day of exploring the city. White is such a crisp color that can be accessorized so many different ways.

Central Park Eyelet Belted Dress in White $38

Rome, Italy

The Eternal City Rome celebrates its long history with monuments, churches and restored ruins. Celebrate Rome and immerse yourself in the culture over a heaping bowl of pasta and a taste of gelato. Spend an afternoon at the Coliseum envisioning what life must have been like in ancient times.

Tour the beautiful city of Rome in style in the Venice Collar Neck Applique Dress in Off White or Taupe.

Venice Collar Neck Applique Dress in Taupe $42; Venice Collar Neck Applique Dress in Off White $42

Cancun, Mexico

Cancun is known for its miles of beaches and luxurious accommodations. It is also very popular for Spring Break vacations because of the nonstop party scene.

You’ll be “hot” in this sexy and fun ruffled red dress! The Lady In Red Ruffle High Low Dress is perfect to dance the night away!

Lady In Red Ruffle High Low Dress $50

London, England

London is a cosmopolitan city with a unique blend of historic traditions and a hip, modern culture. You can enjoy tea and crumpets and celebrate the city’s royal roots before heading out for gourmet dinner and drinks.

The Rose Romance Black and Ivory Cutout Midi Dress is a fashion-forward dress. It is perfect for a gourmet dinner date night!

Rose Romance Black and Ivory Cutout Midi Dress $40

Miami, Florida

Miami’s South Beach is hot year-round. Miami is an international playground offering non-stop nightlife, sandy shores, unique architecture and plenty of eye candy.

Get ready for the Miami nightlife in the gorgeous and vibrant bodycon dress! The Abstract Masterpiece Strapless Bodycon Dress in Navy/Multi is perfect for the club!

Abstract Masterpiece Strapless Bodycon Dress in Navy/Multi $52

Orlando, Florida

Orlando is full of fun! Orlando is known for Walt Disney World-with thrilling roller coasters and theme-park fun! There are endless possibilities outside of the world of Disney too!

You’ll be resort ready in this beautiful high-low dress! We love that you can make the At the Resort Patterned High Low Dress casual with beaded sandals and a sunhat. You can also dress it up with wedges for a night out after a day at the parks!

At the Resort Patterned High Low Dress $38

San Francisco, California

Be sure to bring good walking shoes to the City By the Bay! For the ultimate San Francisco experience, climb aboard a cable car, then take a stroll through Golden Gate Park. Head out on a ferry for amazing city views.

Pack the Angelic Hippie Embroidered Bell Sleeve Dress in Baby Peach for your trip to San Francisco! This breezy delicate dress is perfect for a day of touring the gorgeous city! Wear it with gladiator sandals or flats so you’ll be comfy and cute while touring the city!

Angelic Hippie Embroidered Bell Sleeve Dress in Baby Peach $42

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach is the East Coast’s ultimate vacation hub. The town screams with summertime action along the Strand with beaches, amusement and water parks, restaurants and live entertainment and a host of hotels ready to pamper guests of all ages.

This dress reminds us of a breezy night in the Carolinas. Its lightweight and flowy chiffon fabric are perfect for a walk on the pier. The A Carolina Night Wrap Dress in Powder Blue is the dress to pack for your trip to Myrtle Beach!

A Carolina Night Wrap Dress in Powder Blue $32

Branson, Missouri

Branson is an unassuming vacation destination with small-town charm and big-city entertainment in the heart of the Ozark Mountains. Millions of visitors come each year to see a show at any of the 50 theaters and enjoy outdoor fun on the lake.

Dress cute and casual touring Branson on the Branson Scenic Railway. We have the perfect dress for your train ride: A Flare For Fashion Belted Teal A-Line Dress.

A Flare For Fashion Belted Teal A-Line Dress $28

Any of these destinations would make an unforgettable trip–and now you’ll easily be able to pick out the perfect dress on your next adventure. Check out all our dresses to find the perfect style for you!

Words of Wisdom

October 26, 2015

Don’t be afraid to do it yourself!

XOXO,

Julie

Look For Less: Adrianna Papell Lace Overlay Sheath Dress

October 20, 2015

We have so much fun finding Looks for Less here at Lily Boutique! Who doesn’t love a great bargain – at our online boutique you can find many cute dresses at affordable prices. The Adrianna Papell Lace Overlay Sheath Dress is a gorgeous solid lace dress for $158! Lily Boutique has a fabulous look-a-like for only $45!

Our Crochet My Way Lace Sheath Dress in Ivory/Beige is a perfect match! This dress is beautiful with its exquisite floral lace and sheath cut. This dress is effortless and can be worn for several different events. Its rounded neckline and three quarter sleeves give this romantic lace dress that vintage-inspired feel. The exposed back zipper completes this dress. It would be perfect for a dinner rehearsal dress or bridal shower. A great pair of strappy sandals or nude pumps would complete this look.

Crochet My Way Lace Sheath Dress in Ivory/Beige, $45

Lily Boutique carries this exquisite dress in a rich Wine Red color too! You will look breathtaking in either color you choose! At these great prices, choosing may not have to be an option – get both and wear them to different events!

Crochet My Way Lace Sheath Dress in Wine Red, $45

Lily Loves … Cocktail Parties

October 5, 2015

The office is sizzling and all we can think about doing this weekend is escaping to a cool, refreshing garden for a chilled summer soiree. Preferably with cocktails.

Thankfully, all of this daydreaming led us to do something productive … drum roll … the Lily Boutique’s Guide to Cocktail Parties. We love every single one of these items with a passion and, true to style, our outfit choices will have you swaying before you’ve even HAD your margarita.

Give your every day drink-ware a fun makeover with these vinyl chalkboard labels at $9.99. Couple with raspberry beer cocktails. Sounds delicious, non? Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

3/4 cup frozen raspberries
3 1/2 cup bottled beer, chilled
1 cup container frozen raspberry lemonade concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup vodka
Garnish: lemon and lime slices

Mix all of the ingredients together and pour over ice!

Lilly Pulitzer has a simply gorgeous selection of paper lanterns that are perfect for injecting a little color at the end of an otherwise dreary week. At the fabulous price of $8.95, you can keep these hanging all summer long.

A must have for innovative bartenders, this Fee Brothers set includes twelve hard to find cocktail bitters. Complete your collection of cocktail ingredients and enhance your drinks with the flavors of West Indies Orange, Peach, Lemon, Grapefruit, Mint, Cherry, Aztec Chocolate, Celery, Rhubarb, Cranberry, Plum and “Old Fashioned” bitters. While this particular set is almost $100. you can find much cheaper variations with some online sleuthing – The Bitter Truth set for example.

Mr Demarquette, a fine chocolatier based in London, has created some limited-edition truffles this summer, for ladies with serious style. At $16 a box, they’re not cheap, but what could be more glamorous than champagne truffles coated in edible glitter? The Glittery Champagne Truffle is made using one of the best brut champagnes: Dom Perignon. The exclusive bubbly is blended with a secret recipe of cocoas from all over the globe and the finest cream from Cornwall and Hampshire. The truffles are then dipped in the boutique’s prize-winning chocolate couverture before a delicate dusting of shimmering glitter. Really, we think it’s worth splurging on a box of these just for the conversation factor. ‘ … imported from London you know … made with Dom Perignon … award winning chocolatier …’

Our Beautiful Embellished Maxi Dress is the perfect number for a late night soiree and will have your guests wondering whether you import your clothes (as well as your chocolates) from award winning boutiques. At $56, this dress is a steal.

Sweetly casual and oh so feminine, the Raindrops on Roses Chiffon Designer Dress in Peach by Minuet, which is just $50, is effortlessly glamorous and ideal for cool summer nights under low hanging trees.

And finally, my personal favourite, The Aqua Mirage White Chiffon Overlay Designer Dress by Minuet , priced at $51, is akin to something you would find on stage at an open air performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Delicate, deliciously cool and with a touch of fairy about it, you’ll be the delight of any outdoor event in this beauty.

Is it the weekend yet? Be sure to tell us about your favourite cocktail party decorations, drinks and dresses in the comments.

We’ll look forward to receiving our invites from you all … they’re in the mail, right?

Celebrity Fashion: Gossip Girl’s Serena Van Der Woodsen

October 1, 2015

We still have a hangover from our recent post and that’s why today’s blog is another one about celebrity fashion from the hit TV series, Gossip Girl. As much as we love Blair’s preppy and polished look, we’re also very fond of the glam-rocker-chic, boho vibe that Serena Van Der Woodsen is known for! Played by actress Blake Lively, Serena’s the most popular Upper East Side IT girl. A little trivia for you before we begin dishing out what we love about Serena: Did you know that Blake Lively chooses her own outfits for her role in the show? Cool, right?
Serena’s fashion sense is modern, sexy and fierce. She’s definitely not afraid to show her rocking body and to experiment with different clothing elements. However, her adventurous nature doesn’t keep her from having signature pieces that all Serena Van Der Woodsen fans can copy!
Serena is a free spirit who doesn’t care what people think about her. She is often seen in boho-style tops and dresses too. To get that boho-chic look, check out this classy Boho Beaded Top from Lily Boutique.

It has a V-neck with just the right cut to show off some skin without exposing too much cleavage. Remember, Serena’s style is sexy, but never trashy. She’s often seen in low cut dresses and tops or super short skirts, but she can definitely pull it off without looking cheap.

We also notice how Serena loves embellishments in her clothes. Sleeveless tops with personalized touches are her thing. With that, we present the Elizabeth Embellished Top in Ivory and the Hint of Glint Two-In-One Top Vest in Olive.

These two different tops both look like something that Serena would definitely wear due to their feminine, yet rocker-chic look. We can definitely see her wearing these tops with skinny jeans and killer heels – a style that we’ve all seen her pull off perfectly!
Another fashion piece that she’s often seen in is a perfectly constructed blazer that compliments her broad shoulders. To achieve this celebrity fashion sense, check out Lily Boutique’s version of Chanel’s Hint of Sparkle Tweed Blazer in Grey.

For around $30, you can own this blazer and look fabulous. Chanel is one of the brands that we often see Serena wearing and with this blazer, you can achieve the look without breaking your budget. Another blazer we love is the Black and White Stripe Crossover Blazer with Gold Buttons. Serena loves fitted, well-constructed blazers like this one and when paired with a short skirt and stilettos, you can steal Serena’s style.

In the show, Serena is a sexy party girl who’s constantly seen wearing a super short bandages dress. And not just that, she likes her dresses to have a little shine and sparkle all over them. That’s why we could see her rocking the club with this Celestial Sparkle Ribbon Wrapped Designer Dress in Minuet.

We can also see Serena wearing something like the Ravishing Rosette Cocktail Dress and One Shoulder Asymmetrical Hemline Chiffon Designer Dress by Minuet in Berry because of their sexy, fiery looks – just like what Upper East Side’s most talked-about IT girl is known for.

How about you? What’s your favorite Serena style? For more celebrity fashion updates, remember to always visit Lily Boutique’s fashion blog!

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