5 Perfect Summer Drinks For The Perfect Summer Dress

1. Red, White, & Blue Layered Drinks from Around My Family Table are the perfect touch of festive and delicious!  You can’t beat how stunning these are.
2. Watermelon Cooler from Everyday Maven is both light and refreshing.  I think watermelon is my favorite flavor this summer…I just can’t get enough,
3. These Blueberry Slushies, from Plugged in Family, will have the kids screaming for more all summer long.  They are fresh and fruity and easily one of the healthiest drinks I’ve made for my kinds in a while.
4. I’m lovin’ this Raspberry Peach Smoothie from my Gluten Free Kitchen. I can’t believe how much peach-y goodness is in this smoothie.
5. Caramel Macchiato’s from Allergy Free Alaska are great for those chilly nights on the beach, in the mountains…or make it iced for a caffeine kick on a hot day!

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Dress Season is Here!

Hello friends!  I hope this newsletter finds you in great spirits as spring weather finally heads our way.  With warmer temperatures comes dress season - my favorite time of the year.  We are partnering with Elaine and her company Simply Chic Styling, featuring some of our beautiful dresses.   Do you have a special occasion coming up? Do you feel overwhelmed just thinking about what dress to wear?  If you need a little help finding the perfect outfit, Elaine can help!  Let her do the work for you and she will have you party ready from head to toe.  Click here to learn more about her Dress Season Package. Dressed by Lori and Simply Chic Styling hope to see you in a beautiful dress soon!    All photos taken at Dressed by Lori by Michelle Moon.

Powerful You from Betty & Lori

I love this Shoshanna "Alessandra" dress for the office. This outfit says: That woman is a go-getter. Blue, the preferred color in corporate America, is a strong, serious and powerful hue. Pair it up with yellow and gold tones and you will be unstoppable. Yellow is warm, happy, and energetic. What a great balance, don't you think? These two colors go so well together.

Don't be afraid to use bold colors to the office. One bright solid color can be enough. Use these hues to help inspire you and motivate you too (especially as we endure this long and cold winter!). Keep makeup toned down with neutrals for a nice balance.  This dress is a great example of versatility. I paired this outfit together with my reliable Fendi open-toe pumps for a chic creative work event. Although, I would definitely switch up the shoes to a nude or black pointy pump for the office, and fun strappy sandals for a night out.    Always remember that trends come and go. Classic YOU is all you need to help you feel confident and strong in and out of the office (or home, or classroom...). So tell me, what's your power outfit? Please share!     A big thank you to Dressed by Lori for another great idea for our wardrobes. Please make sure to stop by (or visit online!) for all your dress needs. You will find everything from beach dresses to day dresses and work dresses to special occassion ones too. Thank you to Jyoti of Stella& Dot for helping us style this dress beautifully with the Norah pendant and Norah cuff. Stunning! Photography: mikifoto by mallika malhotra

Click here for more information about Betty~My Friend Betty Says All the beautiful photos of Betty and of the store are by Mallika Malhotra.  Click here for more information for portrait photography~Mikifoto Oh! "Like" Dressed by Lori on Facebook! She always posts her new arrivals!

Hitting the Runway for a Cause! from Betty & Lori

Last week, I was invited to the Family and Children's Services Red Carpet fund raiser in my town. Lori was a committee member and asked if I would walk the runway and model a few of the dresses she carries in the boutique. Of course, I said yes! I was excited to meet New York designer Marissa Webb, and overjoyed to see women ranging from 18 to 50+ throw on their confident smile and strut the catwalk! The models volunteered and a vast majority of the people attending the event donated their services, time and money to help Family and Children's Services raise funds for abused and neglected children. Family& Children's Services (FACS) is an independent non-profit behavioral health and social services agency based in Elizabeth, NJ serving Union County and the surrounding areas with an emphasis on those most vulnerable, at-risk, disadvantaged and under-served. FACS counts on public donations and I was happy take part in the event.

Betty (wearing Nanette Lepore and Stella& Dot bracelet), my good friend Jyoti, Stella & Dot stylist, and Lori of Dressed by Lori, wearing Misha Nonoo skirt. Wearing Nanette Lepore from Dressed by Lori   Wearing Shoshanna from Dressed by Lori   Mara Hoffman Dressed by Lori (only has this one left!)    Lori walking the runway too!! Gorgeous in Misha Nonoo skirt!     We had so much fun! Fashion should always be exciting, but super important and remarkable when using it for a good cause.  If you would like to donate to Family & Children's Services, please visit their site facsnj.org .

Betty & Lori on Valentine's Day

I'm so excited to announce the next few fashion posts are all about Lori and what we do at Dressed by Lori.  The content is from blogger, Betty Galvin.  Click here for more information about Betty~My Friend Betty Says.  All the beautiful photos of Betty and of the store are by Mallika Malhotra.  Click here for more information for portrait photography by Mikifoto~Mikifoto     3 VALENTINE'S DAY DRESS IDEAS from Betty & Lori...... Lori did an excellent job at keeping me away from the LBD section! I wanted color and texture that I normally wouldn't wear in the middle of winter for our night out on Friday. Every dress felt absolutely amazing. So hard to choose...

Gorgeous Mara Hoffman Cutout Dress  Evocateur Milano Cuff Misha Nonoo Tweed Dress with Mesh Krysia Renau Statement Ring  Valentine's Day Red Sierra Dress by Shoshanna  One of A Kind Clutch Christian Louboutin Pumps (of course)

Which one is your favorite?? Please help me pick! Happy Valentines's Day! P.s. You don't have to live in New Jersey to shop at Dressed by Lori! Her SALE items are all available on line!!! Click HERE!  Visit Dressed by Lori's On-Line Store Oh! "Like" Dressed by Lori on Facebook! I see she is already posting her new arrivals!

Leather and Plaid

LEATHER& PLAID from Betty & Lori......   There are a few things that I believe moms want to do all the time. One of them is to play it safe...with everything, right? Especially with their wardrobe and accessories. I know many edgy and cool moms who wear what they want, how they want and whenever they want. I love that. Others, including myself, need a slight reminder to just go for it!

This gorgeous Shoshanna white leather and plaid Marlee dress that Lori picked out for me is a perfect example of something I would have passed up. Once I had it on, I didnt' want to take it off!    Then she gave me this gorgeous Jennifer Zullo necklace that you easily snap on (magnets!!) and a  gorgeous Krysia Renau statement ring in a beautiful shade of purple. Both exclusive at Dressed by Lori Unexpectedly to me, all of it worked so well together. Please take a look!  As you can see, I also wanted to read at DressedbyLori all day long.   What do you think of this combination?  Are you more of a risk taker with fashion these days? Please share!   P.s Don't forget to shop Dressed by Lori's SALE here

Click here for more information about Betty~My Friend Betty Says All the beautiful photos of Betty and of the store are by Mallika Malhotra.  Click here for more information for portrait photography~Mikifoto Oh! "Like" Dressed by Lori on Facebook! She always posts her new arrivals!      Limited tickets available for The Red Carpet Party on March 6th!  Great Girls Night Out!  Please contact Dressed by Lori for more information 973-218-6206