Occasionally I post an item to this blog and then find myself thinking about it for days.  Do I really need it?  How often will I wear it?  Will it sell out while I think about it?  Should I wait for a sale?

This Tie Side T-Shirt Dress from Boden is such a dress.

Chic enough for a casual Friday but relaxed enough for a day at the park, it was a must purchase.  In two colors.  Because, of course, I needed both the black and the red.

The other great thing about this dress is that the side tie and the accompanying ruching will flatter those of us who have a thicker middle section.  A little definition in the waist never hurt anyone.  And I’m always happy to see a sleeve, more summer dresses should have them.

If you have other great casual dresses you’ve spotted, leave them in the comments.

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