Last weekend, my family and I headed to Philadelphia and the fantastic Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square. Of course I had to wear a new ensemble and take a few blog photos while enjoying the beautiful event.
Knowing there would be lots of color, I decided a print would pop the most against the bright backgrounds. 
And the graphic, black and white, knit leopard-print dress from Calvin Klein was exactly what I was looking for. Calvin Klein is not a brand I’ve reviewed here before on the blog, but it is one of my favorites. The typical clean, classic lines are timeless and even older pieces can look completely current in your wardrobe. There are plenty of options in the mid-price line from casual tops to suits, but finding them at Goodwill is even more economical. I found this dress new with tags (NWT) at Goodwill in Phoenixville, PA.
The dress has a drawstring waist and excess fabric on the sides that gives it a batwing effect. It is extremely comfortable and cool, as our visit coincided with the May heat wave. The print was enough that I didn’t need a lot of accessories: a gold beaded bracelet, jade-colored agate pendant (purchased NWT from Jane Marie), gold flats by Dexter (perfect for strolling around the exhibits) and a nylon travel bag from Talbots that carried all my essentials.
This dress would also make a perfect beach cover-up with flip flops or add a statement necklace and black clutch and strappy heels and you’re ready for a night on the town. I love pieces that are versatile and classic brands like Calvin Klein make it easy to adapt your wardrobe to your current needs.
Kirsten
Goodwill in Phoenixville, PA:
Dress: $9.00
Necklace: $6.97
Goodwill Outlet in Reading, PA:
Shoes: $2.25
Bag: $2.00
Goodwill in Morgantown, PA:
Bracelet: $0.99
Total: $21.21
About The Blogger
Kirsten is a 40-something mom, wife and marketing professional. She loves all things crafty, tasty and fashionable, especially while being frugal. She enjoys hunting for treasures at her local Goodwill stores to decorate her home and wardrobe. She is a stylist and volunteer for the fundraiser the Goodwill Runway Show, which is held every spring in Reading, PA.