I wore this fun striped shift dress to work, then straight to an after work event. If it isn’t obvious to you by now, I love shift dresses for work. See here, here, and here for some work wear inspiration.
OUTFIT DETAILS:
RED AND WHITE SHIFT DRESS c/0 | EXACT BELT, SIMILAR BELT (only $1.20)| SIMILAR TOTE | SIMILAR NUDE FLATS , CUTE AFFORDABLE OPTION | LIPS: NARS HEAT WAVE | HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 NECKLACE: REAL & DUPE
OUTFIT DETAILS:
RED AND WHITE SHIFT DRESS | EXACT BELT, SIMILAR BELT (only $1.20)| SIMILAR TOTE | SIMILAR NUDE FLATS , CUTE AFFORDABLE OPTION | LIPS: NARS HEAT WAVE | HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960 NECKLACE: REAL & DUPE
What you ‘re looking at today is my basic work uniform. I dress with a belt and flats, or heels if I’m feeling fancy. I walk everywhere in DC so comfortable flats are an absolute must.
This red and white shift dress didn’t come with the belt. I just used my own to cinch the waist a bit. I absolutely LOVE skinny belts for the way they can completely change the shape of a dress or top. I’m going to have to try to add belts to the rest of my shift dresses to see how the look dramatically changes.
I DID find a seller on ebay where you can get any color skinny belt for under $2. I actually just ordered the leopard one for the fall!
Check out some more work dresses I’ve worn this summer below, and some others I wouldn’t mind adding to my closet! I especially love this one for the laser cut details. Most of these would look awesome belted!
–Roxanne
Currently Sipping: Perrier with lime
What a great dress! I would totally wear this outfit to work. Thanks for the inspiration
http://michellespaige.com
What a cute dress. I love the bright orange with the colorblocked stripes. I agree the necklace and belt make the sheath much more perfect. Thanks for sharing that eBay link too. I am a huge fan of skinny belts and have several ones already (earlier this year I lucked out on finding some at Clearance at Old Navy) but could use more, like in red, fuchsia, silver, pink, turquoise, royal blue and kelly green.
Love this dress, very cute.
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Beautiful dress! Can’t beat a go to combination that works for you.
Thank you! That’s true – if it ain’t broke….!
That dress is beautiful, perfect for work and after work too 🙂 The cobalt belt is the perfect colour with it 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
Thanks, Mica! I just so happened to have a cobalt belt! I might be the only person in the world with that solution, haha.
What a cute dress! I love the color combination – it is the perfect combination of serious and play!
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
Thanks, Abby! You’re so sweet to stop by!
That dress is darling, work appropriate, AND flattering! Three things that are hard to find all at once!
xo,
Lauryn
http://www.lauryncakes.com
That’s true, Lauryn. We usually sacrifice color at work for fear that it wouldn’t be appropriate. I always keep a cardigan or a blazer nearby for unexpected outings.
Love that dress on you! Also thank you for posting fun work wear! Corporate world can get soooooo mundane!
-Jules-
https://scorseofstyles.com/
Thanks so much! That’s so true. I remember wearing my same boring slacks with a button down every day until I realized it was not necessary.
I love this shift dress on you! The colors are so fun, and the belt added the perfect touch!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
Adding the belt was a great choice! I think it really adds to the dress. I just love all the bright colors!
This dress is perfect!!!! You look stunning. I love this! Stopping by from the Trend Spin Link-Up!
-Adriele
StyleAssisted.com
Oooh, nice call with the eBay link! Sometimes you can get really high quality stuff for cheap even though it’s not always obvious to look on eBay.
Love all the colors in the dress!
xo Kristy
Thanks, Kristy! I appreciate you stopping by!
Lovely dress looks amazing on you
Life is just Rosie
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Aw thanks so much, Rosie. You put a smile on my face!
This dress is beautiful!! The color and pattern are fantastic and I love it belted!
Perfection!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
Thanks, girl! You’re the sweetest. I’m so pumped that we were both featured on the Trend Spin Link up! Woohoo!