My summer wardrobe inspiration | Sosandar

With the weather serrriously warming up this week, I just couldn't help myself- out came the summer frocks from the depths of my wardrobe and I began sorting through the pieces I could wear this season. In doing this, I kinda realized this pattern emerging as far as my summer wardrobe goes; I seem to gravitate towards midi dresses like there's no tomorrow!

I've spoken on my blog before about my own fashion journey and how my confidence has changed so much as I've approached my late twenties. In a nutshell, I've happily got to the point of wearing what I want to primarily because I want to. That might seem SO basic but it's actually taken me right up until recent months to actually adopt this mindset into my everyday life. I'm old enough to know which clothing cuts work on my body shape and those that don't, to know the difference and to play to my strengths.

The midi-dress is definitely a failsafe and oh-so-chic way to dress up (or down!) and, not to mention, look ultra feminine too. I love button- through dresses and floral prints, especially for the way they nod towards bygone eras with a touch of vintage inspiration; so you can probably imagine when I laid eyes on this beautiful number from Sosandar, I fell hook line & sinker!

This dress is SO beautiful and especially so in the detailing; with silver buttons running the length, *the* most flattering sleeves and such a sweet floral pattern, for me it really has the word 'versatile' written all over it. 

When the sun is out, I prefer to opt away from jeans and denim in favour of lighter fabrics anyway and so this dress has been such a great option especially for this past week! I've been pairing it with trainers for popping about town in and it looks really nice accessorised this way for a casual daytime look.

Casual though it may be, we all know a pair of shoes can transform an outfit and these suede heels from Sosandar are such lovely examples of how to dress up a shirt dress, perfect for a date night or occasion. I don't think it gets more classic than a black court heel for dressing up a look and this pair are going to see a lot of summer evenings! 

The lace tie and the effortless shape also make them really comfortable to wear (tried and tested on Lincoln's Steep Hill people!)- I think they're among the comfiest heels I own and definitely a welcome addition to my summer '18 shoe collection!

I'm really excited to continue styling this duo and I'm pretty convinced you're gonna see me wearing them a LOT in the coming months too.

Sosandar have some absolutely stunning pieces in their collection, they're definitely worth a little peek if you happen to be on the hunt for some ultra beautiful style inspo! 

*Post written in collaboration with Sosandar who gifted me the items mentioned.