My recent visit to the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens was pleasant and refreshing. I always love a good afternoon walk in the garden! In addition to the beautiful weather and scenery, I also enjoyed strolling around in my good-for-most-occasions day dress… an old and beloved friend. This charming floral dress is the most comfortable piece of clothing I own and is also perhaps the oldest (to me) item in my closet. Despite the changes in my personal style over the years, I still love it as much today as I did in my early teens and it has maintained it’s appearance surprisingly well over the years, as well. Longevity, comfort, and style – Now that’s the sign of an excellent purchase!
And what would a floral day dress be without my trusty red ballet flats to accompany it? Not as comfy or cute, I can tell you that! These are another pair of staples in my closet right now. I would say I wear them 75% of the week. I’m thinking an alternate set would be a good idea to give these babies an occasional rest. They must be so tired!
Cheers to the beginning of another week, friends! I hope you get the chance to step out and enjoy the beautiful Autumn weather.






















15 comments
Marion says:
Oct 17, 2011
A perfect dress to wear to the Botanical Gardens! Lovely pictures, and I am really excited about taking some walks after today!
Hilary Walker says:
Oct 17, 2011
I bet you are! You can do it!!
Parissa says:
Oct 17, 2011
Your flower arranging pictures (and your mom!) have inspired me to have flowers. I normally like the flowers in the ground more than cut flowers, but I did put some on the table when we hosted trapeza this Sunday! But, please don’t ask me to name them.
I know there were sunflowers, but that’s it…
Marion says:
Oct 17, 2011
Wish I could have seen the flowers on Sunday! Had to run off to work. Nona’s job is to make sure flowers look beautiful in the yards and gardens. My job is to cut a few and bring them in to church so that we have the beauty of God’s creation before us as we worship!
Andrea Victoria says:
Oct 18, 2011
There is nothing like an old favorite, as far as clothing goes. Lovely post!
Hilary says:
Oct 27, 2011
Thank you Andrea! Old favorites are the best.
Tori says:
Oct 18, 2011
Your dress is absolutely beautiful! I love anything floral and anything with lots of color! I’m a BYW student and so glad I found your blog! Can’t wait to read more!
Hilary says:
Oct 27, 2011
Thanks for stopping by Tori!! BYW has been such a wonderful way to meet new bloggers.
Van @ The Clothes We Wear says:
Oct 27, 2011
The dress is amazing! Pairing it with the other bright colors makes it even more cheerful. I love this look for fall. I don’t often have attachments to my clothes, but definitely keep shoes and outwear for years. I go through flavor of the month, where I’ll rediscover a shoe that hasn’t been worn for a while and wear it almost everyday for weeks. Then I get sad when I look at it closely and find there to be wear and tear from the abuse–a reminder to rotate them out. My red ballet flats was one of these poor things.
Thanks for following on pinterest… so that I could rediscover your blog. P.S. The new look of your site is really nice and professional looking!
Hilary says:
Oct 27, 2011
Oh, that’s wonderful, Van! So glad you reconnected with my blog… and via Pinterest, even better! I love your red ballet flats too. They are such a great basic. I’m also really liking your folding screen that you’ve used in several outfit posts. It sets a lovely backdrop to your colorful attire!
Nasib says:
Oct 31, 2011
Thank you very much for yr blog! It seems like I found a soulmate.Yr taste is simply fantastic! Nasib(Kazakhstan, female, 41 years old)
Hilary says:
Oct 31, 2011
Nasib! Thank you so much for reaching out with your comment. I’m so glad you’ve found something that resonates with you here on Hilary Inspired! It’s always encouraging to hear from my readers near and far. Hope you’ll come back soon!
Colleen / Inspired to Share says:
Nov 1, 2011
Love it! Sometimes I think I should get rid of clothes if I’ve had them too long – but that’s silly if it’s something you love! Cute look, love seeing other pixies. xo
Kinga says:
Nov 12, 2011
I just LOOOOVE this dress….it’s so bright and fun!
ruth says:
Nov 22, 2011
that’s a killer dress!!