Rather than show you just one outfit this week, I thought it would be fun to show you how to utilize a basic wardrobe piece to create two completely different outfits out of it. Today I’m using that little black dress every girl has in her closet to show you how to take it from day to night in your closet.
From day to night.
DAYTIME
Whether you are looking for a way to spice up your normal boring attire for your desk job, or just doing errands around town, the look on the left works great for daytime adventures. Take the little black dress and add a standard white collared blouse tying it with a tiny knot at the waist. Then take yesterday’s hair and throw it on top of your head in a playful pontytail, with the ponytail holder wrapped in a piece of hair from the back and pinned to give it a more dressed up feel. Add a touch of color with the flats and jewelry accessories, and you’ve got a look that looks put together without looking put together. Of course errands around town, or a day in the office, wouldn’t be complete without a big handbag to hold everything you need to get the most out of your day.
SHOPPING LIST:
DRESS / BLOUSE / NECKLACE-Vintage / BRACELETS / SHOES-Thrift store /BAG
NIGHTTIME
For the look on the right, this is when you let the little black dress do what it does best… show off your womanly curves. Added a bit of glam with your tallest pair of stilettos and edgy jewelry. And this is the time to let your hair down with lots of teasing for maximum height. Replace your big purse with a little hand clutch, and you’re ready for a night on the town.
A special thanks to my glamorous friend, style expert Lady Katherine Taylor who helped show me that there’s more use I can get out of those basic pieces in the back of the closet that I tend to overlook!
DRESS / SHOES / BRACELETS / NECKLACE / CLUTCH-Vintage
Drop the big handband you carry around during the day, and grab a cute clutch for just the necessities.
Run around town during the day in flats so you can enjoy the night in heels.
As the sun goes down, bring on edgier accessories.
Pearls work good for your office, but a night on the town needs fringe.
