Everyday Dresses That You Can Dress Up
What's a wardrobe without its dresses? From bandage dresses to bubble dresses to ballgowns, the different styles are endless, each tailored to its own occasion.
What's a wardrobe without its dresses? From bandage dresses to bubble dresses to ballgowns, the different styles are endless, each tailored to its own occasion.
What's a wardrobe without itsdresses? From bandage dresses to bubble dresses to ballgowns, the differentstyles are endless, each tailored to its own occasion. But you when you goshopping in your own closet, you'll find that the simplest shifts can be themost versatile. Here are five timeless styles that you can dress for day ornight.
This little number is demure enough for a job interview, but don't call it boring. The classic short sweater dress has some tricks up its sleeve. At work, dress it down with opaque black tights and black ballet flats or kitten heels. The monochromatic effect is slimming and professional.
At night, lose the tights and throw on some slinky knee-high boots and showstopping hoops (or another dramatic pair of earrings). Office-friendly, and friendly to your curves--what could be better?
Summer days were made for flowing lightweight fabric and a flattering cut. Look for a midi (a mid-length frock) in a breezy shade like white or cornflower blue, or with some island-ready vertical stripes. Add flat sandals and a basket purse just big enough to hold your beach read.
When it's time to barbecue or brunch, don a wide sun hat and some espadrilles. Pull the look together with a braided leather belt.
As trendy as they are, slip dresses can feel a bit too intimate for daytime wear. Give your slip a tomboy transformation. Wear it under an over-sized button-down shirt like a flannel. If slips aren't your style, try a stretchy tube dress in a bright, solid color underneath a casual denim jacket. A crisp pair of slip-on sneakers completes the look.
When you're ready to get glam, try emphasizing your legs in lace-up high heels. A floor-sweeping duster jacket will protect you against nighttime chills.
Fun, flowery prints bring cheer to your closet. In a long floral sundress, you can show off your arms and shoulders while looking like a carefree bohemian babe.
Let the dress's artsy pattern take center stage. Since its hem covers your feet, you can cheat your height in platform sandals, or simply wear slides. Later in the evening, add some edge with metallic jewelry. Tie your hair up and wear a choker necklace and a few punky wrist bangles.
Smock dresses: awesome to wear, difficult to style. As their name suggests, these easygoing frocks hang full and loose over your body like a nightgown. This makes them the most comfortable dresses in your collection. But it also means that they're practically shapeless.
When styling the smock, you can get creative. By day, channel a chic fashion blogger and imagine the smock dress as a flowy tunic. Wear it over straight-legged jeans and with a pair of ankle boots. Tuck part of the dress in if you wish. For a party look, cinch the frock with a sash to give it some shape.
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