It’s here, it’s here! The Summer 2019 Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale begins today around 8am(ish) EST! (It will run through Wednesday, September 11th, btw.) So definitely grab your spot in line now. And if you’re looking to pass the time, read my full post on how to best shop the sale here.
Anyway, to kick things off, I’m giving readers an additional chance to win the $500 to shop! For that extra chance, simply comment on this blog post and let me know what your spot in line is, along with whatever’s on your mind. (Are you #98437547? OWN IT. 😂 Also realize that the line moves very quickly; #98437547 seems high but you’ll be in before you know it. 😉) Include your e-mail in this non-spammy format so we can get in touch with you: Kelly [at] Kellyinthecity [dot] com.
Today is Emma’s first day of pre-school, so I’ll come back on after drop-off to both announce the winner AND announce a new giveaway. So be sure to check back!
Okay. So here are, in my opinion, the 10 best products to look for today:
Solid Elsa Tops or Printed Elsa Tops: This flowy silk top is incredibly versatile and flattering. I own it in several solid colors and wear it year-round tucked into skirts and jeans, and even under certain dresses. Runs TTS.
Sweaters: In general, this is what I usually shop for during After Party Sales, since they occur at the beginning of the fall and then mid-winter. Looking forward to scoring a couple this year!
Luxletic Leggings: THE. BEST. I compare the softness to Lululemon’s Align Pant. They’re THAT good. I’d say they run pretty TTS, though I do go up one size since I don’t like my leggings to be very tight. They’re still very fitted!
Popovers: I’ve loved the Skipper Popover line for a long, long time. First, it features UPF 50+, which every girl–vampire or not–can appreciate. Second, there’s some spandex in it, making it super soft, flattering and less prone to wrinkles. Third, I love how the collar pops. Adorable. Fourth, it looks good with a bump! (For all my preggos.) Runs TTS.
Strappy Silk Dresses: I have this dress in one print, but I wish I had it in like five others. It’s another unbelievably flattering number! Can’t recommend it more. It runs on the larger side, so definitely size down. But it hangs in the perfect way on every girl I’ve ever seen it on. Beautiful.
Maxi Dresses: My weakness. They’re amazing because they make you look like you tried, they’re amazingly comfortable, they provide added sun protection, and they allow you to bend over to pick up your toddler/baby without worry of flashing the world. Lilly makes some gorgeous ones!
The Essie Line: The Essie cut–which has been used for tops and shorter dresses, too– is probably the most flattering Lilly cut ever. It works great for all body types, as it’s both forgiving and slimming. (Magic cut, I tell you!) Essie products are usually made of a t-shirt material, so you’ll get a ton of wear out of ’em during warmer months. Runs TTS. (Note that this is a dress that works extremely well for pregnancy. Since there are buttons down the front, it’s very functional once you have the baby as well.)
T-Shirt Dresses: Because dresses featuring Lilly prints can often look very dressy, I tend to go for Lilly t-shirt dresses, as my life most often takes place is informal settings. ;) My Lilly t-shirt dresses are definitely my most-worn t-shirt dresses in my closet! I always go up a size for a more casual look.
Harper Shift Dress: GREAT dress. I have it in a bunch of different colors/patterns because it’s so insanely comfy. Its material is almost terry-like, but the detailing makes it look polished. I wear this in the summer when I’m not sure what the vibe will be. (I hate looking over- or under-dressed, but this dress works either way because of that terry material! TTS.)
Skipper Dresses: Runs slightly large, but it is intended to look that way. (I do, however, order a size down.) My go-to Jersey Shore dress. Perfect to throw on after a day at the beach.
What are you hoping to score today?!

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Remember:
I’m giving readers an additional chance to win the $500 to shop! For that extra chance, simply comment on this blog post and let me know what your spot in line is, along with whatever’s on your mind. Include your e-mail in this non-spammy format so we can get in touch with you: Kelly [at] Kellyinthecity [dot] com.
Second giveaway coming mid-morning! Stay tuned. :)
Let the Party begin, anxiously awaiting my spot!
kpmott[at]earthlink[dot]net
Currently logged in and just sitting with baiting breath! ha!
Rockswell [at] comcast [dot] net.
Hope Emma has an amazing first day!!!
Hitting refresh like my life depends on it, obsessed! uziobro [at] gmail [dot] com
5 minutes till kickoff can’t wait! Kelseymmw @ yahoo.com
Spot is 42327 smfranklin18 [at] gmail [dot] com
25,493
Super excited!
Kaylaemcmillan [at] gmail [dot] com
Guest in line: 5412! Can’t wait!!
Evangelinelabador [at] yahoo [dot] com
#46709 Super glad I have today off work!
Rhahn25 [at] yahoo [dot] com
86943!!! Looking for a Harper dress
lacd [at] att [dot] net
My number is 40,063. The anticipation always make it feel like forever! I hope Emma had a good first day, it’s a milestone day for all of you.
I’m 71550! Thinking I need to get moving on the day but relishing a few more minutes in bed. ashleekorlach [at] gmail [dot] com
Currently #14544 and only 9(ish) minutes left. I cannot wait! dmcontino [at] gmail [dot] com
I have 11567 people in front of me and a 6 minute wait which isn’t bad!!
Anne0925 [at] yahoo [dot] com
34263! coneykatie [at] gmail [dot] com
#23481. I’m pumped for this! Plfrank115[at]gmail.com
I just got in – so fun!!! abulliner [at] gmail [dot] com
waiting to get in ! so mad at myself because i thought it started at 8 a.m. central time but it started at 7 a.m. whoops!!!
1071! Waited about 2 minutes!
GretchenLAland [at] Kellyinthecity [dot] com
I made it through the line and grabbed a couple of items. luvwarmfuzzies [at] yahoo [dot] com
I didn’t have to wait in line! First time ever!! I don’t know how it even happened. ha! kelsseylayton [at] hotmail [dot] come
Was at spot #72107, went to make coffee, hahaha. cassieweasley [at] gmail [dot] com
I’m number 227!!! It says less than a minute!! So I’m super excited to score myself and my niece some super fun pieces!
delaneymurphy10 [at] gmail [dot].com
no wait, so excited.
svigil2328 [at] gmail [dot] com
My spot in line was only about 180! Unreal this year! Loving and looking for the new green prints.
Started at spot number 85,549 but I am already in! :)
akmurphy14 [at] gmail [dot] com
No virtual line…I got right in!
Emily [at] bellsouth [dot] net
I was 3325 in line and got in in less than 5 minutes! I came back around 9:30 just to see and it let me right in!
Megan_749 [at] hotmail [dot] com
Didn’t even have to get a spot in line at 1040 am! ayevchak [at] yahoo [dot] come
i havent had to wait yet, I am hoping they are going to restock the malia maxi dress, i really want that!!!!
marisalynn1205 [at] gmail [dot] com
i got right in, no number, no wait! woo hoo! briannamphotography [at] gmail [dot] com
I actually got right in with no wait which was amazing! Scored an adorable robe and I am super pumped!
Morgan[dot]sirianni[at]gmail[dot]com
I was 42615 on my phone but got right in on my computer with no wait! Got three pairs leggings, a jessalynne romper and a cardigan for myself and the a few rompers, Easter dresses and bathing suits for my girls. Now I am going to go back in at a more leisurely pace to look through things but I got everything I wanted except the elyssa cardigan which already sold out in my size. Christina[dot]castagna[at]gmail[dot]com
I’m loving what I’ve found so far!! tonyatibbs [at] comcast [dot] net
and I hope emily had the best first day drop off!
Was able to get in! Wahoo. mhvrabac [at] gmail [dot] com
I had no spot. Got in on the first try !!
christinegreige[at] yahoo[dot]com
I’m really loving the camel cardigan and the blush pink popover!
emmacschoch[at]gmail[dot]com
Was able to snag a couple mommy and me outfits! Still have a couple more in mind! MelissaAnnDesigner [at] gmail [dot] com
Had about a 30 minute wait to get in but was able to get most of what I had wanted.
Cbhelec [at] gmail [dot] com