Closet Remix: Summer Dresses All Fall Long
October 9, 2008 by shylab
I wish the sun would always shine and the clouds would always hide. Unfortunately, that just doesn’t happen. (This is secretly a wonderful thing as we are reminded that our planet is not in irreversible peril, just in dire need of improvement … ) The falling leaves and rainy days depress not only my mood, but also my wardrobe. Do I really have to retire my adorable three-month old summer dress collection? I’m stomping my feet, shaking my head and saying no, no, NO!
Use items you already have in your closet to throw over, under, and on top of your summer wardrobe to stay warm and cozy through the winter months. Here’s what I do to make sure my strapless eyelet dress and sleeveless plaid dress are still making debuts through the holiday season:
- Wear a long sleeved tee under a dress
- Throw tights, stockings, or leggings under a dress
- Wear a dress over jeans, cords, or black pants (Skinny ones usually work best … )
- Wear knee-high boots with socks peeking out paired with a dress
- Throw your favorite new fall cardigan over your dress
- Make scarves and shawls your new BFF
- Wear a sweater over your dress and let it peek out like a skirt
- Wear some fingerless, elbow-high gloves to keep your guns warm
- Leggings are making a comeback, so I’ve heard …
Be creative, don’t spend any money, and layer, layer, layer. Also, keep an eye out in your ‘hood to see what the other trendsters are doing to stay warm. Oligoville’s favorite runway is our own streets, coffee shops, and cities.
