Move Over, Little Black Dress!

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Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Recently I was at a client’s house, creating looks out of her wardrobe and the amazing styles that we bought together. She loves dresses, so among the dresses she has for work are the iconic little black dress (aka LBD), along with a killer red dress, a grey wool one with an a-line skirt, and a printed silk dress that we belt to give her shape. So, of course, I created fun and unique looks with her black dress – but I also made just as many outfits with her other dresses. Even though the LBD deserves it’s status a fashion icon, other dresses can be just as versatile – and as much of a wardrobe workhorse.

LCD (Little Color Dress)

A boldly colored dress has amazing impact. Yes, it’s a bit more memorable than a black dress – but everyone wants to be remembered, right?

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Red is a power color, so it’s ideal for work when you’re running a meeting or just need to bolster your confidence for the day. You can tone it down by pairing it with a not-too-basic black cardigan – then, add your go-with-everything nude heels and a pendant necklace, and you’re good to go.

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Kick it up a notch for work by trading your nude heels for attention-getting animal print, and show of your figure with a thick black belt.

And remember, a red dress isn’t just for the office. Take it out on the town with a distressed leather jacket, printed scarf and a pair of sexy knee high boots.

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

 

THE LND (Little Neutral Dress)

Black is supremely versatile because it’s a neutral – so why not trade it for another neutral?

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

This grey wool dress is just as home at work with a blazer and printed pumps as it is on date night with a lace-accented cardigan and neutral heels.

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Neutral becomes sassy by pairing your dress with a (faux) suede moto jacket and matching suede boots. And what makes it more sophisticated is keeping it all in shades of grey…

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

THE LPD (Little Print Dress)

Prints are a great way to inject interest in your look, especially if you’re more comfortable in subtle color.

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Of course you can take your LPD to work with heels and a blazer – but add a little shine (and draw attention to your figure) with a metallic belt.

The same suede moto jacket that goes sophisticated in an all grey look adds some edge to your silk print dress – it’s the subtle contrast of a traditionally masculine silhouette against a drapey texture and feminine pattern.

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Dress up (pun intended) your weekend look by wearing a long cardigan over your printed dress. Just add tights and booties and enjoy your time off!

Move Over, Little Black Dress!

Are you sufficiently inspired to occasionally ditch your LBD in favor of color, a non-black neutral, or print? If you try it, I guarantee you’ll like it – you may just never go back to black…

Paul Julch helps busy people to streamline, organize, and update their wardrobes so they can get dressed with ease and always look stylish and feel confident. Any budget, any lifestyle, any body. His business is Urbanite|Suburbanite, and he works with clients to develop a modern, current, versatile wardrobe that expresses personal style rather than trends. Paul is based in the SF Bay Area, and remote wardrobe & style coaching is available for out-of-towners. Visit Paul’s website http://urbsuburbstyle.com for more style advice, and follow him on Facebook www.facebook.com/UrbaniteSuburbanite/ , and Instagram www.instagram.com/urbsuburbstyle/ to stay up to date on the best styling tips and tricks.

Paul Julch

Paul Julch helps busy people to streamline, organize, and update their wardrobes so they can get dressed with ease and always look stylish and feel confident. Any budget, any lifestyle, any body. His business is Urbanite|Suburbanite, and he works with clients to develop a modern, current, versatile wardrobe that expresses personal style rather than trends. Paul is based in the SF Bay Area, and remote wardrobe & style coaching is available for out-of-towners. Visit Paul’s website http://urbsuburbstyle.com for more style advice, and follow him on Facebook www.facebook.com/UrbaniteSuburbanite/ , and Instagram www.instagram.com/urbsuburbstyle/ to stay up to date on the best styling tips and tricks.

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