red, white, and....

super bright unfortunate photos! After playing with these for much too long and doing some Googling, I've had to face the sad reality that these are just screwed. I focused my camera on the darker hedges behind me so when I hit the timer every one of them ended up over exposed.

FML.

Rather than just scrap the post, because I really do love the outfit I wore on the Fourth of July, I thought I'd share them with the caveat that I'll photograph this dress again later. The detailed floral lace is adorable and I wish you guys could see it better -  at least I can tell you that it's super comfy and perfect for hot summer days.

UPDATE: The dress I'm wearing here is on SALE and an extra 50% off today (7/10) at Banana Republic! Get on that! 

Dress: Banana Republic ~ Hat & Shoes: Target ~ Purse: H&M (also seen here) ~ Earrings: Lou Lou Boutiques ~ Sunglasses: Kate Spade