The LBD is obviously a wardrobe staple but in my mind the LWD – or the little white dress – is also on the list of items we should all own. It’s just the perfect, easy thing to throw on during the summer.
Like most wardrobe staples, this item has infinite possibilities and can work in so many ways depending on how you style it. You can go dressy, casual or something in between depending on the other items you add. Why not try one of these styling suggestions?
Casual: Wear your dress to class in the most casual way possible. Add a frayed denim jacket and some cute sneakers to ensure you won’t look like that prissy girl who shows up to class completely overdressed. How fun (and cheap!) are these sneaks? They’d look perfect with an LWD.
Boho: Cop that effortless Free People model look by adding a cropped off-the-shoulder sweatshirt over your dress. Sling a cross body bag over that, add some heeled booties (a great way to counteract the volume of all those layers) and wear your hair a bit tousled and wavy. Maybe add a head wrap if you’re going to a music fest or something.
Corporate: Make your dress job-interview-appropriate by adding tights underneath and topping it off with a boyfriend blazer. Add some flat metallic loafers and you’re equal parts stylish and professional. This would be a great outfit to wear during your summer internship because even if its hot outside, it’s likely going to be pretty cold in the office.
Glam: The white dress is sort of more of a daytime look but you can totally style it for a night out. Try adding a leather jacket, a piece of statement jewelry (I am obsessed with this necklace) and some high strappy sandals. The edginess of the leather and metallic will help neutralize the innocent-little-girl vibe of a white dress.
Simple: Add some nude wedges to make your legs look like they go on forever – this is the most versatile, simple and flattering way to style the LWD. No jacket or crazy accessories needed for this classic look – but maybe consider adding a fun clutch for some color. This look would be ideal for a BBQ or any other slightly fancy outdoor event.
5 Ways To Wear The Little White Dress
