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    The Christmas Edit

    The Christmas Edit
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    It’s that magical time of year again, and what better way to celebrate than by donning your favorite party shoes? Of course, you'll need the perfect dress to match. This...

    The Thanksgiving Edit

    The Thanksgiving Edit
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    We're all ears for your take on this season's must-haves! Pop in a comment on Insta to let us know your thoughts. Plus, give us a follow to stay up-to-the-minute on our daily drops!

    Fall Style Guides

    Fall Style Guides
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    Fall fashion is our favorite! We love a cozy sweater with jeans, chic booties with mini dresses and comfy sweatsuits! Shop five style guides curated from 8.28 Boutique favorites! Each...

    Fall Florals

    Fall Florals
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    Pull out your fall pillows, cozy knits and pumpkin spice lattés! It’s fall y’all! We’re FALLing for these botanical beauties! Bold and moody florals are so trendy this season and...

    Football Fever

    Football Fever
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    At 8.28 Boutique, we love celebrating and getting all decked out for whatever special day is on the calendar. In the spirit of fall game day, we’re here to share and explain some game day traditions that stand the test of time. 

    The Summer Celebrations Edit

    The Summer Celebrations Edit
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    Summer is full of special occasions! We are known as #TheDressPlace because we love offering a variety of dresses for any occasion.

    Celebrate July 4th in Red, White and Blue

    Celebrate July 4th in Red, White and Blue
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    July 4th is all about celebrating our independence and enjoying the day with family and friends! It marks the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on...

    The Maxi Dress Edit

    The Maxi Dress Edit
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      You can never go wrong with a maxi dress! It looks chic at any occasion.  Its length makes it flattering on most every body type and the style looks...

    A Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

    A Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
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    We’re so excited for Cinco de Mayo because, in our book, it signifies the start of summer! In the spirit of the holiday, we’re here to share some ideas for celebrating.

    The Spring Mini Edit

    The Spring Mini Edit
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    Warm weather makes everyone want to throw on a lightweight dress. We are ready to start wearing our mini dresses! These new dresses are full of bright colors, bold patterns and exquisite textures that are perfect for spring and summer! 

    Making Easter Memories

    Making Easter Memories
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    Easter is all about new life, warmer weather, blooming flowers and celebrating Jesus! Who doesn’t love an excuse to celebrate?  In the spirit of Easter, we’re here to share some...

    The Coastal Style Edit

    The Coastal Style Edit
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    We've rounded up our favorite styles to make you feel like you're strolling on the beach! Blue and white patterns, breezy dresses and blue accessories are perfect to complete your look. 

    The Floral Trend Edit

    The Floral Trend Edit
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    We’re springing forward in these botanical beauties! Bold and bright florals are so trendy this season and we are here for it!

    3 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

    3 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
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    At 8.28 Boutique, we take any opportunity to get festive. We love Valentine’s candy hearts and leaving little love notes around the house throughout the entire month of February. We’re here to share how 8.28 Boutique celebrates Valentine’s Day.

    The Valentine's Edit

    The Valentine's Edit
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    Shop the perfect Valentine’s Day outfits whether you’re lounging with friends, staying up late for a movie night, or going out on a date! 

    The Resort Edit

    The Resort Edit
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    Who’s ready for a little winter getaway?! Everyone needs a little escape after the craziness of the holidays.

    What To Wear: New Year's Eve Edition

    What To Wear: New Year's Eve Edition
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    With the end of the year approaching, it’s time to get your looks for New Year’s Eve. Many people consider this the most traditional and celebration-worthy party of the entire year, as it represents the end of a cycle and the beginning of another, full of new possibilities.

    What To Wear: Office Holiday Party Edition

    What To Wear: Office Holiday Party Edition
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    Choosing an outfit for the office Christmas party is always a challenge. You want to look festive, but also appropriate. Most people often opt for a simple black dress, but...

    Christmas Bucket List

    Christmas Bucket List
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    The holiday season means getting together with good friends and family, from decorating your home to dinner parties and gifting gatherings. Join us for our 8.28 style celebration, full of fun activities and party looks.

    'Tis The Season For Sparkles

    'Tis The Season For Sparkles
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    The holiday season is the perfect time to don those sparkles! At 8.28 Boutique, we love a fun dress! Anything with a bright color, texture or sequins just makes it even better. If you're looking for something sparkly to wear for Christmas or New Years, this is your guide. 

    The Sweater Edit

    The Sweater Edit
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    Sweaters are the easiest fall essential to elevate your most casual attire and help you look put together, even when you may not feel like it! Whether you choose to pair with leggings, jeans, corduroys, or work pants, you’ll have a complete look in a matter of moments. Shop the Sweater Edit to see a few of our favorite sweaters this season!

    What Caroline Wore This Week

    What Caroline Wore This Week
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    Caroline defines her style as classic, timeless but sometimes edgy! When shopping at market, she imagines herself browsing the 8.28 website and often wears 8.28 new arrivals. She is a dress-lover, and feels most confident in a dress! Shop What Caroline Wore This Week!

    Holiday Collection

    Holiday Collection
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    The holidays are quickly approaching, and the busiest time of year is just around the corner. November 1st IS an acceptable time to put your Christmas tree up, right?! Whether you’re a ‘put your tree up early’ kind of gal or you wait until Thanksgiving has come and gone, we’re here to help you complete your wardrobe with all the essentials for holiday celebrations. We're so excited to launch our Holiday Collection, and we’re adding more to it every week. Be sure to sign up for our email newsletter to be the first to know when new pieces hit the site. 

    Holiday Outfits

    Holiday Outfits
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    As “Spooky Season” comes to a close, we’re gearing up for the holidays! After all, November 1st IS an acceptable time to put your Christmas tree up, right?! We’re so excited to launch our Holiday Collection, and we’re adding more to it every week. Be sure to sign up for our email newsletter to be the first to know when new pieces hit the site. 

    Best Dressed Guest: Fall

    Best Dressed Guest: Fall
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    Who else feels like they have a full social calendar but an empty wardrobe?! We’re here to help! Be the best dress guest at all of your fun fall festivities with these new dresses from some of our favorite brands! The best thing about these pieces is that they truly speak for themselves - bold, fun, and formal enough for a black tie event! All you need is a simple black or nude shoe and your go-to jewelry for fun events! 

    Sweater Weather

    Sweater Weather
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    Kerisma Knits are BACK at 8.28! These are a fan favorite and always sell fast! Sweater weather is quickly approaching (Hello, October!) and the Kerisma Knits are perfect transitional sweaters. They are light weight and pair with shorts, jeans, and leggings! These knits are a great option for running errands or lounging around the house. We have several colors and styles to complete your fall wardrobe. 

    Pretty In Pink

    Pretty In Pink
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    Karlie Clothes Floral Tiered Maxi Dress // Anna Cate Collection Arabella Midi Dress // English Factory Checkered Puff Sleeve Dress in Fuchsia // Jade Melody Tam V-Neck Puff Sleeve Dress...

    Meet Caroline

    Meet Caroline
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    Meet Caroline, dress-lover, beach-goer, new mom, and owner of 8.28 Boutique! She is passionate about offering confidence-boosting pieces to all of her customers, with a few fun trends scattered throughout. Read on to see what she has to say about her favorite things, personal style, and inspiration when buying for the boutique.

    Fall Trends: Rusty Tones

    Fall Trends: Rusty Tones
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    What fall trends are you looking forward to adding to your wardrobe? One of ours is this gorgeous rust or terracotta color. It's been a trend for bridesmaid dresses and...

    Pre-Fall Faves

    Pre-Fall Faves
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    We all know the fun in anticipating fall! Candles, sweaters, boots, and more. But girls in the south know what sweaters aren't an option until late october!! These pre-fall faves...

    Watermelon Sugar 🍉

    Watermelon Sugar 🍉
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    Pink and green is an all time favorite color combination. Reminiscent of a juicy slice of watermelon by the pool, this color combination is a look good, feel good choice...

    Summer Color Palette: Vibrant and Fruity

    Summer Color Palette: Vibrant and Fruity
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    This summer we're channeling our favorite fruits and florals. Bright pinks that represent a crisp, juicy watermelon on a hot summer day and vibrant oranges that sit on the rim of your cocktail glass by the pool. 

    Fresh Florals

    Fresh Florals
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    Floral dresses are an obvious YES for a great summer wardrobe. In all shapes, colorways, and patterns, a floral dress is an easy option to throw on for any occasion...

    How To Style: Karlie Clothes Puff Sleeve Poplin Dress

    How To Style: Karlie Clothes Puff Sleeve Poplin Dress
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    The Karlie Clothes Puff Sleeve Dress is a summer favorite around here. For a fun backyard get together or meeting your friends for brunch, this look comes together in minutes...

    Hot, Hot, Hot

    Hot,  Hot,  Hot
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    Heat things up in bright pink shades for everything from beach days to brunch and cocktail parties. English Factory Mila Pink Mini Dress // English Factory Aria Pink Maxi Dress // THML Peyton Print...

    Lounge In Style With Z-Supply

    Lounge In Style With Z-Supply
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    Z-Supply is known for their soft fabrics and comfortable lounge styles! Stay cozy all summer in these laidback styles from one of our favorite brands. From left to right: Z-Supply V-Neck...

    Beachy Blues

    Beachy Blues
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    It's a "blue and white forever" kind of summer, and we've got all the blue, beachy dresses you need! These styles are so cute for the 4th of July, just...

    From Beach To BBQ

    From Beach To BBQ
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    Having outfits that can double as a cover up makes for easy packing! We love this matching set from Joy*Joy, and these smocked shorts would look so cute over a...

    Bump Friendly Looks

    Bump Friendly Looks
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    As you know, Caroline is expecting a baby girl, and she's reliant on these chic, but bump-friendly styles! A tiered maxi dress is always a safe choice when dressing a...

    How To Style: English Factory Colorblock Midi

    How To Style: English Factory Colorblock Midi
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    Red and pink is a chic color combination for summer. We've paired it with hot pink hoops to really lean into the color pallette. ❤️ 💗 Add a simple handbag...

    How To Style: Karlie Orange Blossom Midi

    How To Style: Karlie Orange Blossom Midi
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    An off-the-shoulder dress is truly a summer necessity! And how good is this orange + ivory color combo from Karlie!? We've paired it with rattan earrings for a cool, tropical...

    Colorblock Crush

    Colorblock Crush
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    Colorblock is a huge trend this summer, and we're here for it! This vibrant colorblock midi from Jade is a wardrobe must-have. Pair it with simple gold jewelry, and let...

    Memorial Day Packing List: Watching Fireworks

    Memorial Day Packing List: Watching Fireworks
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    We are loving this simple look for a Memorial Day Weekend celebration. No matter where you are, this dress is cool and comfortable - wear it all day and night! 

    Memorial Day Packing List: Sunset Boat Ride

    Memorial Day Packing List: Sunset Boat Ride
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    This dress is beyond perfect for Memorial Day Weekend! The print gives off a fun, tropical vibe, and the blue color is perfect for a patriotic celebration! For a fun...

    Memorial Day Packing List: Outdoor Concert

    Memorial Day Packing List: Outdoor Concert
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    Outdoor concerts are one of the best part of summer. Not a care in the world, enjoying good music, good company, and a good drink... 

    For The Bride

    For The Bride
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    For all our blushing brides, we have the perfect white dress for you! This off the shoulder midi dress is so cute for a bachelorette trip at the beach! Plus,...

    No More Monday Blues

    No More Monday Blues
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    No matter how early that alarm goes off on Monday morning, this dress will wipe away all your Monday blues... It's so cute for work or play! Saturday night dinner,...

    How To Style: Karlie Mac Floral Smocked Dress

    How To Style: Karlie Mac Floral Smocked Dress
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    This dress from Karlie was just made for a tropical vacation! The sleeves are so fun, and the best part is you can wear them on or off the shoulder!...

    Color Crush: Pink

    Color Crush: Pink
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    Allison New York Karly Dress Anna Cate Collection Morgan Dress English Factory Floral Ruffle Shoulder Top Karlie Clothes Poplin Embroidery Puff Sleeve Dress

    Color Crush: Coral

    Color Crush: Coral
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    Buddy Love North Sunset Tunic Karlie Clothes Mac Floral Smocked Top Dress J.Marie Scarlette Ruched Dress

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