The Merona® Elbow Sleeve Shirtdress from Target

The Merona® Elbow Sleeve Shirtdress from Target retails for $24.99, and comes in size XSmall-XXLarge. Specifics from the Target website:

* Sizing and Fit: Women Sizing with a Classic Fit

* Material: 97 % Cotton, 3 % Spandex

* Care and Cleaning: Tumble Dry Low, Machine Wash Cold

* Weave Type(s): Poplin

* Garment Length: Above Knee

* Neckline Style: Collared Neckline , Pointed Collar

* Sleeve Style: Elbow Sleeve with a Tie Straps Rolled Cuff(s)

* Closure Style: Front Tie, Button Down Closure(s)

* Hem Style: Finished Hem(s)

* Pocket Style: Front, Chest Pocket(s)

* Garment Detail: Front Darts

I purchased this in Black, size XSmall and absolutely love it! It is extremely comfortable to wear, and I really think it looks and feels more expensive than $25.

Here it is on me:

This is how I wore it on 6.12.10 for our trip over here to the beach:

IRL:

The Details:

The Merona® Shirtdress also comes in a color called LT OD, which is an olive/*army* green IRL. There is also a Shirred-Waist Shirtdress in Brown (aka Khaki), as well as Brown Dot. I'm not sure why these colors have a different name, but from the online pic and description they appear to be the same as the Elbow Sleeve Shirtdress.

I removed the black tie-belt that came with the dress and replaced it with my J.Crew Roughed-Out Leather Belt (similar here and here).

My jewelry consists of Silver Hoop Earrings (similar here and here in Silver), the Pave' Necklace I mentioned in this post (I switched out the gold chain for a silver one), a Real Collectibles *Faux* Diamond Bracelet by Adrienne Vittadini purchased several years ago (similar here and here), and a mixture of brown and black bangles purchased a while ago at Forever 21 (similar .

here).

The handbag I carried is a Mossimo® Black Leopard Hobo from Target. I don't see the one I have online, but there is a tote (I used this one in the Polyvore) and a clutch (which I also have but haven't decided if I'm keeping or not). The hobo I have is smooth and shiny...very nice IRL. I haven't seen the tote that's available online, but the clutch has a different *rougher* texture/look than the hobo, and I think the tote is the same way.

My Leopard-Print *Sanfrann* Slingback sandals were purchased on sale last year from Steve Madden and *go* quite well with the Mossimo® Black handbag and J.Crew leather belt. I didn't see them offered again this year, but there are plenty of similar styles out there such as this pair and this pair. The ruffle detail on this pair is super cute, too.

Here's a close up of the handbag, sandals, and belt:

I once again wore my Aviators, but this time I wore the silver pair (similar here in Silver/Dark Grey combo) to coordinate with my jewelry and the silver hardware on the handbag .

I also wore it on 6.7.10 while running errands...here's the Polyvore for that day:

Have you seen the Merona® Elbow Sleeve Shirtdress from Target IRL? Are you planning to try it? Do you already own it? Thanks for stopping by and sharing your thoughts. :)

Have a beautiful and blessed day!

xoxo,