The Polished Posy

A Fashion and Beauty Blog by Tristan Dennington

  • The Best Jeans for Every Body Type

    Shopping for jeans can be frustrating, but nothing compares to that glorious feeling you get when you find a pair that fits perfectly! I take my denim pretty seriously because a good high-quality pair of jeans should last for years and years. Talbots has an AMAZING denim selection, and their Ultimate Jeans Style Guide will help you find the perfect… [Continue Reading]

    The Best Jeans for Every Body Type

  • Plunge Neck Dress + Nordstrom Giveaway

    Sometimes you just gotta take the plunge and wear a dress that will push you a bit out of your comfort zone. This plunge neck dress is perfect in every way, and I was immediately drawn to its super feminine, vintage vibe. I wasn’t sure how I would feel about wearing something so low-cut, but I actually love it! Everything… [Continue Reading]

    Plunge Neck Dress + Nordstrom Giveaway

  • Floral Maxi Dress + Nordstrom Giveaway

    After a relaxing trip out to west Texas, I am feeling refreshed and ready to take on the week! I recently took this gorgeous floral maxi dress out for a spin, and it felt like a summer dream. This beauty is from the Gal Meets Glam Collection (which I am obsessed with), and I just can’t get over all of… [Continue Reading]

    Floral Maxi Dress + Nordstrom Giveaway

  • Colorblock Lace Dress – Save or Splurge

    It has been SO LONG since I’ve done a “save or splurge” post, and I forgot how much I love them! This adorable colorblock lace dress from Sugarlips is a recent addition to my closet, and I just realized how similar it looks to this lace dress that’s quadruple the price (even at 60% off). I am all about getting this… [Continue Reading]

    Colorblock Lace Dress – Save or Splurge

  • Polished Picks – June 2018

    It’s officially summer, and what better way to kick off the season than with June’s Polished Picks?! These are some of my current favorites, and it looks like I have a thing for yellow and blush pink. Speaking of current favorites, June is my favorite month because it kicks off the summer season AND it happens to be my birth… [Continue Reading]

    Polished Picks – June 2018
royal wedding party at fortnum and mason

Royal Wedding Party at Fortnum & Mason

It’s been nearly a month since Garrett and I were in London for the Royal Wedding, but my royal fever is still going strong! We had so much fun celebrating at Fortnum & Mason’s Royal Wedding party in their Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon. If you’re not familiar with Fortnum & Mason, it’s an upscale department store in London that has…

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Must-Haves for a Serene Summer Staycay

Staycation Essentials for the Ultimate Trip

The official start of summer is just around the corner (although it feels like it has been summer for months here in Texas). There’s something about this season that makes us all dream of getting away, but sometimes it’s nice to hang out and relax close to home. I just got my Babbleboxx full of staycation essentials for summer, and…

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A Flattering Pair of Overalls

A Flattering Pair of Overalls

Yes, it is possible — a pair of overalls that are actually flattering and fitted in all the right places! I remember wearing overalls all the time back in junior high, but they were a lot different back then. The legs were baggy, and I’m not sure they looked as cute as I thought they did. These skinny overalls from…

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linen love

Linen Love

Linen is one of those classic fabrics that I just can’t seem to get enough of. I feel like I’ve been living in it lately! I love the way it looks and feels, and it’s perfect for hot spring and summer days. I fell in love with these cropped linen pants the minute I tried them on. I had been…

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Polished Picks May 2018

Polished Picks – May 2018

I have really been into pops of red and navy blue lately! Yes, neutrals still have my heart, but I do occasionally love bold, colorful details. My picks for May are pretty and playful, with lots of reds, blues, and greens. Which piece is your favorite? SHOP MAY’S PICKS: Ted Baker London Melisia Bow Matinée Wallet on a Chain |…

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Olay Total Effects SPF

How I Protect My Skin from the Sun

Skin care is something I take very seriously, especially when it comes to protecting my skin from sun damage. For so many years, I didn’t even think about using SPF on a daily basis. It really only crossed my mind if I was going out to the pool or the beach, and even then I sometimes didn’t use it. After…

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My Sweetie Charm Bracelet from Links of London

Wedding season is in full swing, which means I am constantly on the hunt for the perfect wedding guest dress! Although my dress choices usually reflect the type of wedding I’m attending, I think there are some tried-and-true classic styles that will work for just about any spring wedding. I am styling two of my favorites today, along with my…

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