Shift Dress: 3 Way Layering

A good quality silk shift dress is a great investment. It's not only super flattering - keep it short to lengthen your legs and a bit loose to hide all the bloat - but it's also extremely versatile. What I like best about it, though, is the layering capabilities.

Don't believe me, you say? Well then, let me show you..


The Dress

The Dress: Club Monaco silk shift dress (bought it on sale last year for $139) // necklace: Forever 21

Look 1: Wear it with a Blazer

Whether you want to wear it with a boyfriend blazer or something more structured, pairing your shift dress with a blazer is a great way to add some dimension and break up a single pattern.

left: boyfriend blazer from Club Monaco // right: structured blazer from Urban Outfitters

Look 2: Wear it with a Pencil Skirt

If your office is as conservative as mine, you can't really get away with wearing a short shift to work. Why not pair it with a pencil skirt? Maybe if your crazy, add some faux fur to your faux blouse!

left: red pencil skirt vintage from Talize (also worn here) // right: velvet polka dot pencil skirt from TopShop

Look 3: Wear it with a Sweater

A shift dress can be a great alternative to a mini skirt for when you want to go out for a drink with friends or even if your office is a bit more casual with their dress code. Keep the sweater fitted for a prim and proper look or baggier for a some edge.

left: purple sweater from the Gap // right: baggy sweater from my boyfriend's closet, necklaces from Club Monaco

To get even more outfits out your dress, why not do a sweater and a blazer, or a blazer and a skirt? or maybe even a longer shift dress underneath? The shift dress is your layering best friend!! Maybe even your real life best friend.

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