What to Wear with Slip Dresses – Chapter 4

Welcome to Blog 4 of my “what to wear” series! Today we are talking about Slip dresses – the ultimate outfit that somehow manages to look effortlessly chic every single time. I mean, it’s basically nightwear you can wear outside (how genius is that?). And if you’ve got one hanging in your wardrobe and are wondering how to make it work for different occasions, let me help you out. Because once you start styling a slip dress, you’ll realise it’s way more versatile than it looks.

1. Oversized Blazers
Want to make your slip dress feel work-appropriate or just add a touch of structure? Throw on an oversized blazer. Trust me, the contrast of the soft, flowy dress with a sharp blazer is just chef’s kiss. Plus, it helps when you want to pretend you have your life together (even if you’ve just rolled out of bed, no judgment here).

Source: Pinterest
Recommendation: Gathered Sleeve Blazer

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2. Sneakers, Boots, or Heels?
The beauty of a slip dress is it works with literally every shoe in your closet. For a casual day out, pair it with white sneakers. Feeling edgy? Combat boots. Want to go full glam? Heels it is. Bonus points if you add ankle straps or bold colours.

Source: PureWow (Pinterest)
Recommendation: Metro Women’s Ankle Boot with Heel

3. Chunky Knit Sweaters
Take your slip dress, pop on a chunky knit sweater over it, and suddenly, you have a whole new outfit. It looks like a skirt-and-sweater combo, but it’s secretly your slip dress working overtime. Perfect for those in-between weather days.

Source: The Gray Details (Pinterest)
Recommendation: Errabelly Knit-tie-Drop-Shoulder-Sweater

4. Add a Belt
If you ever feel like your slip dress is too flowy or shapeless, just cinch it at the waist with a belt. It gives your outfit some definition and can completely transform your silhouette. Plus, it’s the easiest way to look like you tried (when really, you didn’t).

Source: Maria L (Pinterest)
Recommendation: Rhinestone Belt

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5. Layer with Ethnic Jackets
Want to give your slip dress an Indo-western vibe? Pair it with an ethnic jacket. Add some jhumkas and minimal heels, and boom – fusion fashion at its finest.

Source: Julissa Ceballos (Pinterest)
Recommendation: Paisley Printed Jacket for Women

Slip dresses might look that they are not for you, but trust me, it is for everyone. With a little creativity, they become one of the most hardworking pieces in your wardrobe. So go ahead and experiment – and let me know your favourite way to style a slip dress.