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As a mom to a busy, messy little boy, I am completely in love with the idea of play dresses for playful moms, the motto that accompanies the Sonnet James brand. Ethically made in San Francisco from stretchy, machine-washable fabric, it’s like a dress made of yoga pants that makes you look like a million bucks.

I recently did a little giveaway with Whitney and snapped these photos as options for her to use on her Instagram feed. I admit, I was in a major hurry and feeling a little scattered when these were taken. It was 6:55pm (Jack’s bedtime is normally 7pm, ha!) and Brian had just gotten home from work. I knew they needed to be sent over before the end of the night and Brian took them all on his iPhone while holding Jack (who was wearing his pre-bath uniform of nothing but a diaper). It was a hilarious scene, and I couldn’t be more surprised at how well the photos turned out.

The dress in the photos is the Sonnet James Quincy Dress in grey, which I’d had my eye on for over a year and finally snatched up when it came back in stock. I paired it with the handmade Sadie Necklace from my shop, a laid-back denim jacket, ultra-tall-and-ultra-comfy wedges, and a crossbody to match. I definitely will be wearing this outfit again!

Outfit Details

Sonnet James dress, Natalie Borton necklace, J.Crew jacket (similar), Warby Parker sunglasses (similar), Michael Kors shoes, Madewell bag

Sonnet James Quincy Dress

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Hi, I'm Natalie

I am a believer in owning your personal style, saying what you mean, asking for what you want, living authentically and the power of simplicity — in fashion, and in life.

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