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How to Style a Shirt Dress – Outfit Post

Shirt Dress is a great versatile outfit that you can wear in summer with leggings and boots, and in summers you can pair the same dress with a blazer or light cover up and statement shoes to form a completely new outfit or look.Wolf-and-Whistle-look-of-the-day
Today I am styling a lovely new dress from Wolf & Whistle SS16 collection.

Wolf & Whistle is a lovely brand from the UK that offers the perfect blend ofcreativity, utility and quality in every garment. Their pieces are effortlessly elegant and undoubtedly timeless – this gorgeous turquoise Bow Front Shirt.

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Dress that I styled is a testament to this fact.Though the dress is made from a blend of polyester and elastane, it has a lovely, luxurious, satin-like feel and finish. It falls beautifully as well, accentuating the femininity of a woman’s body. When it comes to fashion, I am all about the fit, and this dress scores high in that department. As if that wasn’t enough, the colour is absolutely stunning – it is bright, energetic and full of depth. If you are trying to move away from black, white and grey, this is a great colour to start with.

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I wore this lovely dress to work one day, and received many complements. I paired the dress with peep toe, block heel boots – my favourite kind of footwear to sport with knee length dresses. I find that they pull the entire look together in a sophisticated and polished manner, in a way that other footwear styles cannot replicate.

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For some extra oomph, I like to sport this dress with a structured blazer. The brown one that features in the photographs is my current favourite. This dress is also one of my favourite pieces to wear for a daytime coffee date with my friends, but it can be worn after hours as well. It is sleek and chic, making it a great transition piece that you can easily wear from day to night with a few changes in styling.

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If I were to sport this dress after sunset, I would pair it with some statement earrings, glamorous pencil heels and a classy clutch.

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The best part about this dress is the bow, which is a strong statement in its own right, so you don’t need to throw on a bold necklace to enhance the look. In fact, that might be overkill, but I reckon that this dress would look lovely with a tattoo necklace. Though I have currently worn a illusion chain with black beads.

When it comes to styling your hair with this dress, you can go both ways – leaving it loose and down, or putting it into a bun for a more formal look. I am always on the hunt for versatile, classic pieces and this dress is the perfect example of a garment that fits the bill.

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Outfit Details:

  1. Dress – Wolf and Whistle 
  2. Open Toe Shoe Boots  – French Connection
  3. Mini Messenger Bag with Chain – Zara
  4. Brown Blazer – Zara
  5. Illusion necklace – Accessorize

A Guide to Your Work Wardrobe

Seasoned ProfessionalNow that the weather is turning, it’s time to start leaving our winter coats at home. Soon, it’ll even be time to go tight-less! When it comes to summer in the office, it can get super-sweaty, and not in the good way. Removing clothing can be tricky, though, as we need to stay appropriate and professional in the workplace. So, here are a few wardrobe staples to keep you not only looking and feeling cool in the office this summer, but keeping you bang on trend and super-smart and professional.

Deconstructed blazer
A blazer is the go-to for any smart professional, but they’re often heavy and hot. Luckily for us, deconstructed blazers are super-stylish right now, meaning that there’s no need for those shoulder pads and tailoring which will only make you warm. An un-tailored blazer in a light-weight fabric such as cotton or canvas will keep that smart, professional look without making you uncomfortable.

Sleeveless shirt
A sleeveless blouse is a great way to stay looking smart while keeping a bit cooler. You’re not baring any inappropriate skin, yet you’ll feel nice and airy. Also, you won’t have to worry about those nasty underarm sweat patches.

Canvas pencil skirt
Pencil skirts are not only professional but ever-so-chic. However, because they’re tight and tailored to the body, they can get a little too hot. A canvas pencil skirt, though, will keep you looking smart without feeling uncomfortable. Just make sure you keep it pressed, as canvas can wrinkle really easily, which will definitely take away from that smartness!

Cigarette trousers
Cigarette trousers are so in right now, and a great, smart alternative to suit trousers. They’re cropped, so they’ll keep your ankles super-breezy. And, unlike when you wear a skirt, you don’t have to shave your legs every day! Maybe just do your ankles, though.

Tailored shorts
Tailored shorts another great alternative to heavy suit trousers. They’re not too short, but they’ll keep you cool as well. For an extra-stylish look, try them with a pair of patterned tights underneath, especially if you’re in-between shaves.

Skater dress
A skater dress may sound simple and casual, but they’re really easy to dress up. Try pairing it with the deconstructed blazer, for example, or the silk scarf, or even just a nice, statement necklace. They aren’t too short, and the t-shirt shaped top covers just enough skin to keep you looking professional but summery all at once.

Sheer blouse
Sheer blouses are obviously made from light-weight fabric, meaning that you’ll feel much cooler, even if it’s got full sleeves. Some sheer blouses will be fine on their own, but of course some will be a little too see-through for the office, so you may need to wear a vest top underneath.

Silk scarf
A silk scarf around the neck won’t make you too hot, but it’s a really classy look. It’s also a really great and subtle way to cover up in the office if you’r wearing a slightly skimpy top – perfect for those days that you’re hitting the bar with friends straight after work.