This first look is the "going out" or night look. The cut out dress becomes your essential LBD here. With heels and a statement necklace, an otherwise simple dress becomes chic and trendy.The cut outs show just the right amount of skin, without giving off a trashy vibe as the dress isn't tight. Which brings me to my next point: this dress is so flattering. The cut outs are positioned to show a part of your body that isn't generally fatty. The dress sits loosely and hides any stomach bumps and lumps.
I paired my dress with an amazing pair of Steve Madden champagne coloured glittery heels. They're a nice contrast to the black and super comfortable. Next I threw on my new statement necklace from Fashion Express (I'm sure I'll do another post on statement necklaces because I love them so much!). The nude necklace really stands out against the black and livens up the neckline. Finally, I grabbed a red suede clutch for some colour.
I tied my hair into a super high pony and teased it out a bit, both stylish and playful. I chose a pony to show off the cut offs, I didn't want them obscured by my long hair.
The second look I styled was a summer casual look. This dress is also great for everyday wear. I dressed it down with white studded gladiator sandals from Aldo and a turquoise necklace from Accessorize for that bit of colour. I feel this could work for a summer's day or night out to dinner with friends with a light jacket. The dress could even be worn more casually as a beach coverup over a bikini. The possibilities are endless!
For this look, I tied my hair in a messy bun to give an even more relaxed look. I pulled out strands to frame my face and look effortless. A "I woke up like this" vibe.
The last look I threw together was a winter casual look. Here I've paired the dress with a white Hollister knit cardigan, patterned tights, lace top polka dot socks from Pimkie, and studded black leather boots. I'm actually wearing this exact look today and I have had quite a few people eyeing my outfit. The dark colour makes it as much of a winter dress as a summer one. Would also work with a "grunge" type look- oversized jacket, Doc Martins, and a beanie.
Here I tied my hair into a half knot and let the rest down. As it's winter, you cover up a bit more and it's okay if your hair hides a bit of the cut out effect.
