This is a post that I am over the moon excited about. My blogging bestie Julia just launched her new collection of dresses. Julia clued me on her dream of a dress line one of the first times we hung out and ever since there it’s been such a wonderful journey to watch from the sidelines as she made the dream a reality. Every time we see each other in person, I’ve gotten a little peek into the progress. I don’t even know the half of it and I can tell you that she has put everything into this collection and it shows.
It’s not “just another blog collaboration,” it’s an actual business that I predict will crush it. Retail is definitely going through some tough times right now and as unfortunate as it is to see brands and business that have been around for decades struggling, there is a huge opportunity for new brands and lines to emerge… and thrive. Julia’s collection falls into that category, in my very humble opinion. (And I’m not just saying that because I love her!)
I had high expectations because I know Julia was going to go all in, but even still, the real thing is even better than I could have imagined. The dresses are stunning in person and every detail was considered. The line goes from 00 to 20 with everything under $200. You can shop the collection on their e-commerce site, Nordstrom.com, and 40 Nordstroms around the country. There are exclusives for each though, so be sure to check out both sites out if you want to make sure you’re seeing every dress available.
Julia was so sweet and actually named a dress after me. Of course, the “Carly” dress couldn’t be more “Carly.”
I am obsessed with the silhouette. It’s so feminine and ladylike. It couldn’t be more flattering, too with the perfectly placed belt. I want to wear it all summer long.
The flutter ruffle sleeves are 100% my favorite part of the dress; it’s such a well thought out detail and juxtaposes the sleek fit of the dress.
(Please excuse the goosebumps… I would have photographed the dress in Antartica if it meant showing off my friend’s new business!)
Gal Meets Glam Collection “Carly” Dress (c/o) // Wicker Handbag // Scalloped Heels // Similar Bangle // Similar Necklace
I recommend using the given size chart before placing your order. I found that the sizing was true to size, aka it’s not vanity sizing (hallelujah!). I am wearing a 0 in the “Carly.”
Such a beautiful collection! I debated between this one and a few others for a while. It is so perfect! Also before I even saw the name of this dress I thought of you!
Erin
It’s too funny, because I ordered the Samantha dress! It’s perfect for me!
Me too me too!!! And I could not agree more! I absolutely love the Samantha dress and the Carly dress could not be more fitting for Carly!
Loving this dress! Just picked up a few things, this was a favorite!
xo Jessica
My Style Vita
I just bought my dresses! It was so hard to choose they are all gorgeous! The Carly is one of my favorites- it looks beautiful on you! xAllie
http://www.theallthatglittersblog.com
Beautiful dresses! I just ordered 4 from Nordstrom including this dress. Your wonderful blog has been dangerous for my bank account 😂
That dress is darling and so perfect for you! I have been looking forward to the launch of Julia’s collection and it is even better than I imagined!
Taylor | http://www.livingtaylored.com
Just ordered this dress for a wedding shower! It’s perfect!
Those dresses look amazing! I’m planning on buying the Yvonne and Samantha dresses for weddings I’m attending this summer!
It really is the perfect dress for you! Such a babe! 🙂
Absolutely love all of them – and how inclusive the sizing is!
Very cool! The Carly dress is so you!
Obsessing over this dress on you! It really is SO Carly! Just beautiful!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com
This is definitely a “Carly” dress and it looks beautiful on you!
Angela
The dress is absolutely adorable!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.com
You look absolutely stunning in this dress! A beautiful design!
What a gorgeous dress, Carly! Such a beautiful collection – truly congratulations! 🙂
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
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I love that she named a dress after you! It’s so thoughtful plus it’s an adorable dress on you.
The collection is absolutely stunning. I’m on a bit of a shirt dress kick right now and I love the Judith and the Rose. All the dresses are so beautiful and have darling details. You look great in the Carly!
Cheers,
Malinda
https://pearlspinotandparmesan.blogspot.com/
The “Carly” is so you!! You look gorgeous– you and Julia are the cutest friends.
xoxo, Fran
This dress is stunning! I’m so happy for Julia and for all the hard work that she put down to make this collection. 🙂
So happy I snagged this dress (along with three others!!!). It looks AMAZING on you!
The Champagne Edit
When I saw this dress in her Look Book I KNEW this was yours.. and looks darling on you. I ordered this morning, might order more 🙂
As soon as I saw the “Carly” dress on Julia’s site I just KNEW it was named after you…and here you are wearing it! It looks great on you and so perfectly “you”! Julia did an amazing job!
These are all GORGEOUS! As we knew they would be. Need to pick one out ASAP 🙂
The Carly dress is so beautiful!! I need to go check out the collection NOW!
Kim
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That was one of my favs from the collection and I didn’t even know it was the “Carly” dress. How cool!!!! So excited for her!
Katie | http://www.sunshinestyleblog.com
that is so sweet that julia named a dress after you! the dress is so beautiful and so you!!!
xx
http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au
Oh my goodness, Julia’s line couldn’t be more “me” if I were designing a line myself! I have been so excited for the launch of her line, not just because I knew her dresses would be gorgeous but to support her and see her dream come true just touches my heart so much! And… I may or may not have gone a tad overboard on ordering dresses!
Absolutely love your lipstick! What’s the colour?
All of her dresses are stunning, I’m truly blown away by what an amazing job she has done! I love this dress, and how sweet that it was named after you!!
xx Julia
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Hi, i lové this dress, did you know Whats thé size 0 is on european size . I m french and i worry about takong thé drone size so it s always best to have reviews. Thanks
I recommend referring to the size guide available!
Thank you Carly. The size guide is good but i found nowhere the dress lenght and i m 5.8 so i always Check this information before purchasing dress.😉
Every single one of these dresses that I have seen are so classic and beautiful, great designing for sure! I also love that she included a wide size-range!
xoxo, SS
Southern and Style