Always make sure to bring at least one
dressy piece of clothing: a suit for a man and a dress for a woman.
Even though a fringe skirt is
a dressy piece of clothing, you can actually dress it down and make it look less glam with a pair of flats.
Before you're going to react to this outfit, allow me to highlight that it wasn't just any skirt she had on; it was
a dressy piece of dark blue fringe skirt that looked extremely exquisite.
Slogan shirts never fail to turn
a dressy piece of clothing into something a little more casual.
and... several nice shirt -
dressy pieces of fabric in my stash.
Not exact matches
For a slightly
dressier cookie using a cookie stamp, form a
piece of dough into a one inch ball, then flatten with a cookie stamp.
I mix old
pieces, new
pieces,
dressy pieces with jeans, all kinds
of mixtures.
The chambray button - down is one
of my favorite
pieces that does both casual and
dressy.
Classic tailoring & investment buys don't have to be reserved for special occasions, often the contradiction
of structured, classic or particularly
dressy pieces with everyday essentials makes for the most chic
of looks.
When I think about how to wear
pieces like white lace in winter, I like to incorporate knits with lots
of texture for a less
dressy look.
From my favorite Stuart Weitzman boots, a simple go - to wrap dress and a great pair
of navy and emerald trousers, I like to mix relaxed
pieces with slightly
dressier items.
I can't even tell you the last time I picked a pretty lace blouse out
of my wardrobe as I always find them
dressy for more casual occasions, but after coming across this pretty Alice Temperley
piece from John Lewis I knew it would fit seamlessly into my wardrobe for the summer months.
This flowy number has become a quick favorite in my closet and I have already envisioned so many ways I can wear it with a lot
of my wardrobe
pieces — both casual or
dressy!
Even that is pretty pricy for me, but it's a versatile
piece of outerwear that I can style with almost any winter outfit, both casual and
dressy.
If you wear business clothes during most
of the week, focus on
dressy pieces rather than casual clothing when you're shopping.
It's super lightweight and probably one
of my easiest dresses to go casual or
dressy, one
of those go - to
pieces that I'm pretty sure will make it in my travel bag for every trip this summer!
I love the idea
of mixing
dressy and casual
pieces, but if you're planning for a more formal event, then you can't go wrong with this sparkly dress.
Here's why: a
dressy piece is worth like 75 %
of your outfit.
For me, it was a little bit
of a juxtaposition
of two styles, as I usually wear the cardigan with
dressier pieces, but hey, life's way more fun when it's a little mixed up from time to time.
A couple
of years ago I signed up for my first fix and was super excited for it to arrive — only to find that most
of the
pieces were
dressy or business casual and poor quality for the price.
That's the beauty
of kimonos, they can quickly be added as a topper to most
pieces, whether you are going for a laid back weekend look or something a little
dressier for an evening out or day at the office.
It is the most billowy
of shapes for a dress, and can be mixed as a casual or
dressy piece.
Normally I think
of a heathered grey cotton
piece to be more on the casual side — and it's definitely a less -
dressy hue compared to black — but the pretty draping on this dress really makes it so easy to dress up (with some statement earrings).
Because
of the
dressier look I was going for, I opted for delicate and feminine
pieces of jewelry.
I think adding a scarf or a statement
piece can really change the look
of an outfit and take it from casual to
dressy.
For example, I don't go out a lot at night or need
dressy clothes, other than the occasional work event or wedding, so it is more important for me to have
pieces that I can dress up for nighttime instead
of having lots
of separate
pieces.
I love the mix
of dressy and casual
pieces!
But for spring, Ghesquière responded with a powerhouse lineup that started with an elegant gray knit dress worn and a series
of light
dressy ensembles made
of layered lace
pieces, all worn with Western - style boots made
of different materials front to back, and sometimes topped with an iridescent leather perfecto.
Side note: this is a great
piece to have on hand for lots
of dressy events, but more on that to come in another post!)
I love the mix
of dressier, more feminine
pieces with edgier, more masculine
pieces.
Often times, I find myself investing in a
dressier piece for a special occasion and then said
piece gets relegated to the back
of my closet never to be seen again.
I love how you can monogram anyone
of their bags and since most
of my handbags have more
of a
dressy / fancy look, I was really in need
of a more casual
piece.
Sure, this
piece of clothing can look casual, outdated, or too youthful, but if you pair it with modern garments and accessories, then be sure it will look fresh and
dressy.
I've put together two sets
of July 4th - inspired outfits... so whether you're going casual on the beach or a barbecue or going a little
dressier for a party or fireworks date, here are
pieces for each.
Anyway, it's so comfy and one
of those great
pieces that can be styled to look super casual or casual -
dressy.
I am not much
of a
dressy person but you honestly have me wishing for some pretty feminine
pieces in my closet!
It's easy to throw on as a layering
piece and depending on the cut and structure
of the blazer, can make an outfit something that's a little bit
dressy for a date night or gives you that professional feel for the workplace.
In the pictures I'm wearing a black silk shirt instead
of a white which makes the look a bit
dressier and easier to transition to a night out, not to mention I wore heels instead
of boots so my point is, with the change with just a few
pieces you can create a total different vibe, so invest on quality everyday
pieces;) Item featured: Tommy Hilfiger puffy vest in camel about $ 79 with Blanknyc sknny jeans $ 99 (sure you can find a better deal!)
All
of these
pieces are winners and are great for
dressier occasions, although the maxi can be worn casually too.
In the pictures I'm wearing a black silk shirt instead
of a white which makes the look a bit
dressier and easier to transition to a night out, not to mention I wore heels instead
of boots so my point is, with the change with just a few
pieces you can create a total different vibe, so invest on quality everyday
pieces
Alison does a great job
of showcasing a mix
of casual and
dressy pieces that can transition across several seasons.
Like you, it took me a while to warm up to the idea
of sneakers with
dressier pieces, but honestly, my feet thank me!
You may be familiar with Vera Bradley's patterned travel bags, but there are so many other
pieces in the collection, from cross-bodies to backpacks and satchels — all
of which are perfect statement
pieces that look amazing with casual to
dressier outfits.
But for most days, I end up using the
pieces as
dressy seperates and double the lifespan
of the outfit.