May 2, 2017

Plaid Dress & Basket Bag for Memorial Day

The perfect look for a Memorial Day backyard party or picnic thanks to this plaid dress & basket bag!

photos by amanda moss // back seat photography

dress // handbag // sneakers // sunglasses

Well May has officially arrived and I don’t know about you but I’m already looking towards the holiday that’s going to provide me with a long weekend. Yep, I’m talking Memorial Day! I might seem a little overzealous as it’s about 27 days away. But hey, planning is good right?

I also couldn’t help but think of the holiday after putting this look together. The combination would just be so perfect for a backyard bbq or a fun little afternoon picnic date with your guy or gal pals. Trade out my pink lipstick and nail polish for red and you’re full on patriotic.

dress // handbag // sneakers // sunglasses

If you follow me on instagram {which you should!} then you’ve seen this basket bag popping up right and left. Both in my photos and my IG stories. That’s because I’ve been wearing the bag nonstop lately. Basket bags are definitely the “IT” bags of the season. And they are SO much fun to carry + style. I am having a blast figuring out different ways to where the bag. What I’ve done so far:

the above look – plaid dress + white sneakers

gingham mini skirt + off the shoulder white top + piñata earrings + gingham slides

denim shorts + chambray flutter sleeve top + gingham slides

p.s. these all happened this weekend #repeatoffender {whoops}

Next week I’ll be sharing another way to style this bag in particular. You can find more basket bags here. And shop them below as well.

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May 2, 2017

37 Comments

Elizabeth wrote:

Loving this bag – so perfect for summer!
Xo, Elizabeth
http://stripesandsolitaires.com

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks Elizabeth! It’s been so much fun to style!!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Nataly wrote:

I love this plaid dress on you! So cute!

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Aw thanks love!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Lauryn Hock wrote:

That plaid sure is adorable!

xx,
Lauryncakes

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks love! Glad you’re a fan of it as well!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Alicia wrote:

I love this look! That dress with the sneakers is such a cute combo.

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks so much! I’m all about sneakers with dresses lately.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Vaishali wrote:

You looking so beautiful in this plaid dress.
vaishali
http://www.vivaciouswish.com/2017/05/01/tie-dye-trend

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Aw you’re so sweet! Thank you!!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Morgan wrote:

This whole outfit is adorable! You nailed the styling my friend!

-Morgan
How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

Posted 5.2.17
Anna English wrote:

Loving the sleeves on that dress! Too cute!

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks gal! They’re definitely what sold me on the dress.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Laura @ Walking in Memphis in High Heelsw wrote:

I am completely in love with this dress! You look adorable!

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Aw thanks Laura! It’s a sweet one to wear.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.2.17
Rita wrote:

Loving your dress and bag! Perfect summer look!
Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thank you Rita! I feel like a backyard party is calling my name.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Ashley DTKAustin wrote:

What a classic and gorgeous look!! And that bag is so fun!! LOVE!

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thank you!! The bag is SO much fun to wear and style.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Jessica wrote:

This dress!!! So beautiful and I love the playful detail of the ruffled sleeves!

Jessica | notjessfashion.com

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thank you Jessica! I agree, the playful detail is what really got me.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Sarah Lennon wrote:

I just adore this dress!! plaid and bell sleeves? YES PLEASE!

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thank you! Right? I couldn’t pass it up.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Kara Aragon wrote:

Loveee the dress so much! ?

http://www.thekaragon.com

Posted 5.2.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thank you Kara!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
jessica wrote:

This bag is ADORABLE!

xo Jessica
My Style Vita

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks Jessica! I am beyond obsessed with it!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Emily wrote:

I seriously cannot get enough of this dress and that bag is too adorable!

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks so much!! I will be styling the bag like crazy this season for sure.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
E.C wrote:

I also need a bag like that… And that dress is so simple yet too cute. Loooove!!!

E.C
http://forevertweed.me

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Yes you do! You’ll wear it nonstop.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Jaime wrote:

Um, how cute are you in this dress?!!! I love it!!! xo, Jaime

Sunflowers and Stilettos

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Aw thanks so much Jaime!!
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Katherine wrote:

This is such a cute look, love your photos!

http://www.myclusterofthoughts.com/

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Aw thank you gal!! I appreciate that.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17
Mariah wrote:

You look so cute! I love this dress, and it’s on sale for such a good deal! Ah! Now you’re making me want to plan my memorial day already.

http://moosmuisng.com

Posted 5.3.17
- Laura Leigh | Louella Reese wrote:
  
  Thanks lady! I know sorry, I’m way ahead of the game haha.
  
  xo Laura Leigh
  
  Posted 5.3.17

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