Here's Your Photo Op Dress (...and There's No Sticker Shock!)

Here’s a question. Do you have that “go-to” dress in your closet right now? It’s that dress that makes you feel great every time you put it on and can get you out the door to a semi-formal event or a cocktail party. Just as men need a great-looking suit in their wardrobe, women need to establish that great-looking dress that works in a pinch.June marks that time of year when we are attending graduations, weddings, showers, and celebrating accomplishments of friends and family. While the focus is always on the guest(s) of honor, a dress that photographs well is likely not a consideration as much as finding something that fits and feels like our style is. But as the supporting cast, we should look our best in the pictures that will document these momentous occasions.If I were looking for a dress to wear for great photos, Likely NYC would make my list. When the first delivery arrived at TSALT a little over a year ago, the prices looked too good to be true. It didn’t take long for the staff to realize that these dresses were going to be ideal for clients who are looking for value and style. This is the good kind of sticker shock, the kind that makes us feel hopeful that we can walk out of a boutique with a great dress for less than $200.If you were go to LIKELY’s Instagram page -- where fun hashtags like #LIKELYtowinbestdressed, #LIKELYtonailthegroupshot, and #LIKELYtodanceallnight abound -- you would see a colorful array of women going fabulous places or celebrating those major life moments. Planning a wedding? These dresses make sense for your bridesmaids who will not only love the price but will definitely wear their dress again and again. As a guest at a summer wedding, this will be the dress that will complement the occasion most elegantly.The list of when and where to wear LIKELY is like a photo album of life. “From sorority rush to graduation, dream-job interviewing to happy-hour celebrating, and dating to wedding planning, we’re your partner-in-crime for any and every occasion.”Last weekend, Tamara chose LIKELY to wear to her son Finn’s high school graduation from Blue Ridge School in Charlottesville. Graduation day is such a momentous event for parents, one with many photo ops. Finding the outfit that makes you shine and still feels as though you are dressed appropriately is the goal. I think you’ll agree, Tamara received high marks across the board (and Finn looks quite sharp, as well!).

Tamara is wearing the Carolyn Dress, which retails for $188.TSALT currently has this dress in white but can special order in other colors.

Tamara isn’t alone in her love of LIKELY. Take a look at Maria Elizabeth, owner of Salon DeZen captured at the Old Town Boutique District’s 10th Anniversary party. Leave it to women business owners to discover a great dress and an incredible price! Maria Elizabeth is wearing the Brooklyn Dress in hot pink that retails for $198 and was part of our early spring delivery. This style is still available for order but only in peach.The other best seller from LIKELY this season has been the Sansone Jumpsuit ($268). Those who have tried it on decided they couldn’t leave without it!The stylist in me wants to give you a heads up that the brand runs small. You may need to size up once and possibly twice. While not every brand works for every body, LIKELY is an attractive price point for women looking for great value, at almost any age.Here are a few other styles that the brand offers that I feel are worth showing the Stylebook audience. If any of these selections pique your interest, please come in and talk to Whitney about placing a special order.[nemus_slider id="49479"]