Wednesday, December 26, 2012

How To: Winterize A Summer Dress


At Luv4Anouka, we love a good article of clothing that we can wear all year long. There’s nothing better than a versatile top, skirt or jacket that can be styled 100 different ways. But what about a sweet summer dress? It has the word summer in it, so does that mean we can’t wear it once the temperature drops below 70? If you packed away your summer dresses this winter, it’s time to revisit & winterize!



The dress: you could have 20 or so sun dresses in different styles & colors. Not every single one may work in the winter. Try to avoid dresses with very obvious summer embellishments, beachy patterns and extraordinarily bright colors (like neon!) Muted colors, ruffles, soft floral prints and stripes usually work well! If you decide to go with a lighter colorful dress, be sure to keep the rest of your outfit balanced with darker colors. The dress pictured here is from our Spring 2013 collection - sneak peek! 

Layer UNDER the dress: If the dress is made out of a very light and thin material, throw a slip under it. Or better yet, layer a long sleeve tee or turtleneck under the dress. This won’t work with every dress, depending on the fit and the neckline, but if done right it’s a very stylish look!

Play with texture and balance: If the dress is open knit, don’t layer over an open knit sweater; contrasting textures are crucial for a fun look. And don’t overlook the balance of your overall outfit. You want to keep warm but you don’t want to be bulky and uncomfortable. Choose one key piece to keep you warm, whether it’s a chunky cashmere sweater or a (faux) fur lined bomber jacket.

Rely on accessories: A big winter scarf, knee high boots, tights, knee high socks, leggings, winter hats and gloves are the easiest way to take a dress from summer to winter. Not only will they keep you warm, they will really complete the outfit.

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