That One Dress & iPhone 7 Photos


There are few times in life you get a good excuse to get super dressed up in a long ball gown & when you find a dress that makes you feel pretty fabulous – you keep it in your closet & wear over again as much as possible! I’ve had this JS Collection dress (exact dress isn’t available anymore, but similar styles are still made) for two years now & have worn it 3 times, for a gown – I’d say that’s a pretty great ROI! We attended a gala this past weekend and the views outside were so stunning I had to take the opportunity to take some pictures!

{portrait mode}


It’s all an illusion & not see through – I promise!! 

{portrait mode}


I’ve received a few questions about my pictures recently & I wanted to let you all know that these photos are all taken with the iPhone 7 Plus!! Some are shot in “portrait mode” which I’ve noted above & other’s are just the newer camera quality of the iPhone 7 Plus! The quality is incredible and so on par with any DSLR camera out there! So if you’re on the fence about upgrading your phone, definitely do it – worth it! Gary is actually the one with the 7 Plus, I still have the 6 & I’m waiting for the 10 year anniversary phone to come out because that camera is supposed to be even better!! 






I also wanted to touch on my foundation – I’m still using the IT Cosmetics CC Cream & loving it! It’s quickly become my holy grail foundation & I’m about to purchase my third tube! It claims to be like your skin only better & is it ever! I use it every day & I hate to say obsessed but it’s true! If you like the look of an airbrushed finish – this paired with a pressed powder (I use this MAC powderand have for over 10 years) & you have the perfect base! 






After three wears (also seen here& here) I’ve added another gown to my closet for an up coming wedding- getting ready to get a ton of wear out of this one too! Do you have that one dress you love to wear to fancy occasions?!




Linking up with J Petite & Beautifully Candid


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  1. Sarah Shaneyfelt
    February 21, 2017 / 11:15 am

    I'm so glad you mentioned your makeup because I was going to comment on how flawless it looks! I have combination/oily skin so would that foundation work for me? Love that you've gotten so many wears out of that dress!
    Sarah at MeetTheShaneyfelts

  2. Rachel Emily
    February 21, 2017 / 11:23 am

    Flawless! I can't believe those pis were taken with an iPhone!! xx

  3. Andrea Nine
    February 21, 2017 / 11:30 am

    STUNNING beyond words, the color, the fit, the gorgeous model wearing it; LOVE IT!! Amazing photos too!

  4. a little bit of emily
    February 21, 2017 / 11:31 am

    I have been in love with this dress since the first time you posted about it. You look stunning! Can't wait to see the new one you have added to your collection!

  5. Girl Meets Bow
    February 21, 2017 / 11:34 am

    I still can't believe these were taken with and iPhone- amazing!! You are stunning my friend!

  6. KelseyB
    February 21, 2017 / 11:49 am

    You are stunning!! I love these pictures. And I have to agree, the 7 camera is amazing. But my husband is the same way, when I upgraded a few months a go he was like…nope I am holding out for the next one. LOL

  7. Caitlin Elizabeth
    February 21, 2017 / 11:56 am

    Beautiful dress and photos! I think I have an upgrade in June so I might hold out as well…

  8. laurie
    February 21, 2017 / 12:08 pm

    This dress is gorgeous! And such a great backdrop too! I wanted to new iPhone 7 and I got it but it's the plus that has the portrait mode and I'm so annoyed I didn't know that!!! Gah! The quality is insane!

  9. Elle Sees
    February 21, 2017 / 12:21 pm

    This color is SO gorgeous on you. I love it! And the dress is so pretty, too. And you can't beat that scenery!!

  10. Blaire Bingham
    February 21, 2017 / 12:28 pm

    Biana, you look absolutely stunning! That dress is so gorgeous on you, and the color is perfection. I can't believe those pictures were made on an Iphone 7. My hubby has the phone, but I have not had a chance to play around with the camera yet.
    xo, Whitney and Blaire
    Peaches In A Pod

  11. Lisa @ Pork Chop and Possum
    February 21, 2017 / 12:29 pm

    Wow! Your dress is so beautiful! I've been debating buying a better camera but I always use my iPhone for photos so I think I will definitely wait it out for the anniversary phone!

  12. Brittany
    February 21, 2017 / 12:33 pm

    You look amazing girlfriend!! That camera is insane… The quality looks awesome!! And that background!!

    Brittany 🙂
    kingdomofsequins.com

  13. Ashley G
    February 21, 2017 / 12:36 pm

    This color is beautiful on you Biana! I can't wait to upgrade to a newer phone just for the camera. I'm with you, trying to hold out for the newest one later this year!

  14. kerri @ cheshire kat
    February 21, 2017 / 1:16 pm

    ah i just love that dress on you! it's so perfect. and i can't wait to upgrade to the next phone. i got the 7 instead of 7 plus last time and kinda regret it i must admit! so i'll def be sure to get the best one next time 🙂 the camera alone is pretty much worth it!

    xoxo cheshire kat

  15. Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures
    February 21, 2017 / 1:17 pm

    This dress looks amazing on you and those photos!!! The portrait mode looks amazing and I'll be due for an upgrade this fall so pretty excited. I don't get why they didn't put this on the smaller phone though… I can't hold that 7 in my hand!! Lol

    xo, Kristina

  16. Jenna at Boston Chic Party
    February 21, 2017 / 1:21 pm

    You look fab, Biana! Such a pretty color dress and I agree- three times for a gown is definitely a great ROI! I also can't believe these pics are with a phone- can't wait for my time to get an iPhone 7!
    xoxo, Jenna
    Boston Chic Party

  17. Rosy Outlook - Fashion & Lifestyle by Kelly Rose
    February 21, 2017 / 1:48 pm

    You look beyond stunning in this dress! That color is so perfect on you and I can't BELIEVE these photos were taken on the iPhone! They came out amazing!!

    rosyoutlookblog.com

  18. Rebecca Jo
    February 21, 2017 / 2:08 pm

    friend… you are so stunning.
    Kudos to you for looking so suave & beautiful standing in the cold of snow. #modelgoals

  19. Jalisa
    February 21, 2017 / 2:30 pm

    You look absolutely GORGEOUS in this gown, girlie! I love the berry color, it looks so good on you and I also love the laser design, so different and makes for such a flattering effect. I don't blame you for wearing it as often as you have, it really is a beautiful gown! These photos came out beautifully and I've been noticing that everyone who's used the portrait mode on the iPhone 7 gets amazing quality out of their photos. I haven't really experimented with it before, I'll have to give it a try because sometimes logging around my huge DSLR is just not practical! Thanks for sharing, beauty, and I hope you have a wonderful week ahead!

    XO,

    Jalisa
    thestylecontour.com

  20. Kristin Bassett
    February 21, 2017 / 2:37 pm

    Girl, you are SMOKING in this dress!

  21. JMO
    February 21, 2017 / 2:46 pm

    Yess girl! That dress loves you and so does that color! xo

  22. elle jo
    February 21, 2017 / 2:48 pm

    You look gorgeous! And I can't believe how well the iphone 7 photos come out! Makes me want to upgrade 😉

  23. Sierra @ Beautifully Candid
    February 21, 2017 / 3:08 pm

    You look so so pretty!! That dress is amazing on you! For a second I did think it was see through lol. Those views sure were amazing and how pretty is that sunset. My sister just got the new iphone and is loving the camera on it. Gary did great with these pictures! xo Beautifully Candid

  24. Rachel F
    February 21, 2017 / 3:17 pm

    "I'm just going to wear something from my closet" she said (a basic black dress if I recall). UH…just this "little something"! You look FABULOUS as usual! I have always loved this dress on you and I especially love the color for winter! It definitely brings some life into the room! XOXO, R

  25. Carly
    February 21, 2017 / 3:29 pm

    You look so stunning! That color is so gorgeous on you and I can see why this was your go-to dress for fancy occasions, it looks amazing on you. I think I'm finally going to try the CC cream, but can't decide on a shade– what one are you?

  26. Rachel
    February 21, 2017 / 3:32 pm

    Such an elegant look…I love the dress!

    chicglamstyle.com

  27. Rachel McCarthy
    February 21, 2017 / 3:37 pm

    Such a gorgeous dress! The pictures are gorgeous too! I cannot believe these were taken on the iPhone 7 — such great quality!

    xo, Rachel
    A Blonde's Moment

  28. Kate at Green Fashionista
    February 21, 2017 / 3:51 pm

    These pictures are stunning, and that sky background – LOVE! That dress is perfection on you, and now I'm totally sold on upgrading to the 7 <3

    Green Fashionista

  29. Missy
    February 21, 2017 / 4:13 pm

    Beautiful dress and beautiful pictures! Oh I need an iphone 7 so bad!

  30. Christina
    February 21, 2017 / 4:16 pm

    That color is fantastic on you! Love!

  31. Shelly @ The Queen in Between
    February 21, 2017 / 4:23 pm

    Just gorgeous friend! I can hardly wait to upgrade my phone.

  32. Amanda Elizabeth - Meet @ the Barre
    February 21, 2017 / 4:59 pm

    You look gorgeous girlfriend! The lighting in these shots and that sun setting!!!! This dress was seriously made for you, the color is perfect. Yes, that is 100% why I invested in the 7 plus over the regular 7 for that portrait mode. It's pretty amazing.

  33. Zelle B.
    February 21, 2017 / 5:05 pm

    You look gorgeous and the iPhone has definitely stepped it up camera wise! I'm waiting for the new phone, too!

    Zelle
    Southern Style

  34. SMD @ lifeaccordingtosteph
    February 21, 2017 / 5:10 pm

    That gown is gorgeous.

    I can't wait to upgrade later this year. Fabulous photos from the 7plus!

    I like the IT CC cream too.

  35. Lindsay's Sweet World
    February 21, 2017 / 5:50 pm

    You look gorgeous!! And girl, I love my iPhone 7's camera! It is so much better than the 6!

  36. Unknown
    February 21, 2017 / 6:16 pm

    You look absolutely perfect from head to toe! I love your makeup and your dress!

    XoXo,

    Tamara – LoveofMode.com

  37. Ashley @ The Wandering Weekenders
    February 21, 2017 / 6:42 pm

    That dress is so beautiful and you look stunning in it, so no wonder you've worn it to several events! I'm still holding out for another phone as well, but it's so tempting to upgrade to the 7+ because the camera is so good!

  38. Elise Von E
    February 21, 2017 / 6:49 pm

    I fell in love with this look on Insta! Good lord, that dress is stunning and you look AMAZING!

    xx, Elise
    sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com

  39. Lily (Beauty With Lily)
    February 21, 2017 / 7:06 pm

    What a babe, B!! You look stunning!
    I was thinking to myself…oooh, showing off some skin…and then I read your caption. LOL! Such a beautiful dress and color on you!
    Love these pictures and I am leaning towards upgrading too…but I might just hold out for the anniversary phone too. 😉
    xo, Lily
    Beauty With Lily

  40. Kristen @ See You In A Porridge
    February 21, 2017 / 7:42 pm

    this dress is absolutely gorgeous on you, and definitely great ROI for a gown! good to hear about the iphone 7, i have been hemming and hawing over upgrading, i really don't want to sign up for another contract/payment, but i really want a new one lol. maybe i'll wait for the 10 year anniversary phone too.

  41. Meg Taylor
    February 21, 2017 / 7:44 pm

    You look fantastic, and wow – I'm super impressed with the new iPhone and how it captures the natural light/sunset. What a great weekend!

    Meg, Borrowed Heaven

  42. Nadine
    February 21, 2017 / 8:02 pm

    You just look stunning on the dress!!! It was made for you!! I have a 7 plus but haven't played with the portrait mode as much as I would like. I didn't even now they were coming out with an anniversary phone. That is fun! Love the views behind you, snow covered perfection!

  43. Kait
    February 21, 2017 / 8:35 pm

    I have been wanting an iPhone 7 so badly solely for the camera functions! You look beautiful 🙂

  44. Straight A Style
    February 21, 2017 / 9:02 pm

    Okay that is a seriously gorgeous gown!! The color and fit are stunning on you.

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

  45. Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams
    February 21, 2017 / 9:33 pm

    The color of that gown is gorgeous! I'm waiting on the next iPhone as well. The portrait pictures come out so well, I hope it comes soon!
    xo
    Amanda @ Cupcake N Dreams

  46. Corie @ Life in the Mitten
    February 22, 2017 / 12:56 am

    That is a beautiful dress and I can't get over how good those photos are! I wish the iPhone 7 had Portrait mode!

  47. Unknown
    February 22, 2017 / 2:05 am

    The lighting was incredible! Lovely dress and great figure girl! Have a great day!

    xo,
    I AM YASMIN

  48. Shannon Jenkins
    February 22, 2017 / 2:51 am

    How stunning are you?! This dress is to die for on you and I love the color! I have been contemplating upgrading to the 7 might need to now! Your pictures look amazing!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeat Soles

  49. Unknown
    February 22, 2017 / 3:05 am

    GOrgeous photos and this dress is beyond stunning! SUch a pretty color on you.

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

  50. Julia
    February 22, 2017 / 8:42 am

    You are stunning! The dress is amazing! I love the color too!

  51. Karly @ What Karly Said
    February 22, 2017 / 3:18 pm

    This dress and color are so gorgeous on you! Great photos, girl!

  52. Kayla MKOY
    February 22, 2017 / 7:57 pm

    You are STUNNING, girl!!!

  53. Tiffany {A Touch of Grace}
    February 23, 2017 / 4:56 am

    I really do love that dress on you girl. So gorgeous!

  54. sara [at] journey of doing
    February 23, 2017 / 2:50 pm

    You already know that I love that dress and that color on you, but I just have to comment on your makeup! It's truly flawless and I love the contrast against the pop of color of the dress! Gorgeous, B!

  55. Emily @ Martinis | Bikinis
    February 24, 2017 / 12:39 am

    Gorgeous! The color of that dress really suits you and I love the earrings to match. Couldn't ask for a prettier backdrop and the camera mode makes your skin look baby soft!

  56. Nikki @ makeupHER
    February 24, 2017 / 9:33 pm

    Such a stunning gown on you girl! Great that you got such great use out of it and yay for more gowns! Love that photo quality too! I didn't realize that the plus had a way better camera, I just have the 7s and wish I got the plus for portrait mode!

  57. Tanya Dufour
    March 6, 2017 / 6:53 pm

    Wow, these pictures really are amazing for a camera phone! I love that dress too!

  58. Meghan @ I'm Fixin' To
    March 11, 2017 / 3:32 pm

    I am OBSESSED with my iPhone 7+ because of the portrait mode. You look stunning in this dress and I am with you about It! Cosmetics! xx, I'm Fixin' To