Shop Your Closet: A Simple Dress

I’m excited to share four different ways to style a simple dress with you! Throughout this series, I’ve shared three ways per item, but had to throw in a fourth for this particular dress. I’ve had this dress for a couple years now and it’s great! It’s flattering, comfortable, and really transitional – can be dressed up or down with ease. And, as we all know, I LOVE an item that can be styled multiple ways. I get a lot more use out of the item and I’m able to get more creative with how I wear it.

Casual Chic

I think this first option is my favorite! I love that it transforms the dress by making it look like a skirt. It’s a great way to dress down, but still feel stylish and pulled together. You could do any type of tee with it, but I’m partial to a good graphic tee!

SHOP THE LOOK: Dress (wearing Small), Tee, Sneakers, Bag, Nail Polish, Lipstick (Morning After), Bracelets

Date Night

A really simple option for date night is to just throw a lightweight kimono on over your dress. You could easily pair this with wedges or espadrilles for more of a dressed up look, too!

SHOP THE LOOK: Dress (wearing Small), Kimono, Sandals, Bag, Nail Polish, Lipstick (Morning After), Bracelets

Weekend Wear

The simplest option with a dress like this – add a denim jacket around your waist (in case you get cold!) and some interest in your shoes. I went with these perforated mules to add a little sophistication to the outfit without making it feel fussy.

SHOP THE LOOK: Dress (wearing Small), Denim Jacket, Mules, Bag, Nail Polish, Lipstick (Morning After), Bracelets

Weekend Wear, Option #2

A second casual option would be to add a field vest over the dress. I like that this option adds the interest of another layer without taking the focus away from the dress!

SHOP THE LOOK: Dress (wearing Small), Vest, Espadrilles, Bag, Nail Polish, Lipstick (Morning After), Bracelets

Watch the styling video on Instagram here.

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