Here’s a time-saver: A shirtdress can morph from polished to casual in seconds. Check out our four ways for working this staple—seen here in spring’s happiest shade—both in and out of the office.
Sleek simplicity. Let the dress do the talking and adorn with simple but beautiful accessories. [Pictured: Nordstrom Bangles, Nordstrom Scallop Statement Necklace, Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique Shirtdress]
Business chic. Power up your look with a crisp white blazer (another of our favorite pieces right now) and neutral heels. Keep things interesting with a brilliant bag. [Pictured: Cole Haan Slingback Pump, Theory Double Breasted Jacket, Elliot Lucca Tote, Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique Shirtdress]
Night out. Go glam with metallic extras. Instead of color, think exotic texture and shine. [Pictured: Via Spiga Python Belt, Enzo Angiolini Sandal, Vince Camuto Clutch, Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique Shirtdress]
Wherever weekend. Add textured everything—a craft bag and easy-walking flat, even your belt. We love the thrown-together ease. [Pictured: Fina Firenze Stretch Belt, Hinge ‘Tanner’ Sandal, Steven by Steve Madden Tote, Persol Sunglasses, Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique Shirtdress]
Its chameleon-like versatility works perfectly with spring’s pretty prep looks. Layered and light, it’s super sweet, but doesn’t always have to be. Here are our tips for getting maximum mileage.
Office Hours. Wear it like a vest with a cropped jacket and pencil skirt for a look that’s more power-suit than precious. [Pictured: Theory Structured Leather Blazer, MARC BY MARC JACOBS Lace Tank, Halogen Stretch Cotton Pencil Skirt]
Weekends. With short-shorts, the look’s playful, like you threw it together in a flash, but still sexy enough to go wherever you need to on Saturday night. [Pictured: MARC BY MARC JACOBS Taffeta Tap Shorts, MARC BY MARC JACOBS Lace Tank]
Anytime. Perfectly unexpected—the pastel clash. Wear the tank with cuffed, cropped pants in another of the season’s newest hues, lemon yellow—just remember to stay natural in your shoes and accessories. The look is light, airy and ultra-fresh. [Pictured: Rachel Roy Slouchy Tapered Crop Pants, MARC BY MARC JACOBS Lace Tank, Vince Camuto Sandal]
Mingling. Textural lace is perfect for mixing with other patterns. Just be sure to make one of them more straightforward—like the preppy striped shorts here—so you’re not head-to-toe girly. [Pictured: Truth & Pride Rose Print Silk Jacket, MARC BY MARC JACOBS Lace Tank, Joie Stripe Silk Shorts]
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