The floor-grazing appeal of a long dress is undeniable. What would summer be without the long dress? It is versatile, extremely comfortable and looks good on everybody. With the right long gown dress in your closet, you’ve got a go-to piece that you can easily dress up in, for either every day wear, casual weekends, beach vacation or even special evenings out.
This wardrobe staple is always in style and is available in many fabrics, colors, and patterns. But the key to wearing a long dress well is to know how to style it and stand out. We’ve rounded up a few favourites on how you can style your long dress:
1. Add a belt
The easiest way to create a flattering silhouette in a loose, billowing long western dress, is to belt it at the waist. Adding a belt helps highlight your torso’s slimmest point and create pretty curves.
Always choose a neutral belt to go with your long dress in neutral tones, or opt for one in bright colors to draw attention to your waist.
2. Wear a moto jacket
Denim jackets are passé! Opt for a biker-style faux leather or suede jacket over your long dress to add some edgy cool element to your otherwise plain long dress. Pair it with ankle boots or heels for special plans or some flat sandals for a streetwise outfit that’s wearable and stylish for every day wear.
3. Add a headscarf
Yes, a headscarf is one of those confident, stand-out fashion accessories that add style and oomph to your long floral dress.
Try wearing one to take even the most casual long dress to another level.
4. Wear it with sneakers
Sneakers should only be worn with sportswear — NO. Remember, fashion rules keep changing. Wearing sneakers with your long dress is a fresh way to wear this trend for summer, while still looking dressed up enough for parties, dates and other occasions. Basic white sneakers would be a good start. Accessorize it with sparkly drop earrings and a trendy clutch, for a dressed up look that feels young and classy.
5. Always accessorize
We cannot stress enough on the importance of accessorizing. The best part: there are no strict rules. The choice of accessories depends on your taste and of course, the occasion you’re dressing for. If your dress has a great neckline, flaunt it by adding a necklace with great details to draw attention. Accessories could be in gold, silver or various colors, depending on the color and print of your dress.
So there you go, different ways to ramp up the style quotient of your long dress. Give it a try and make heads turn.
