Yesterday, Cynthia discussed how some of her closet orphans have good reasons for being left out of regular clothes rotations, which reminded me of this dress. When I bought this dress back in 2007 or 2008, I thought it was a perfect cold weather dress. It's made of a thicker (but not double-knit) jersey grey. It has adorable details (pleats in the front and back, black piping, cute cuffed half sleeves, and what K.Bean might call a "folkloric" style print around the waistband). But these details make the dress hard to wear and restyle. I need to layer with this dress, but the short sleeves mean I have to go with a shorter under layer, and all the lovely details make a cardigan, sweater, or a belt difficult. I even tried a scarf, but didn't like how it covered up the cute collar. But it is a whopping 25 degrees,* so many layers will go over this dress for the outside. Comfy dress, I shake my fist at you.
Any ideas how I can remix this dress or am I limited to wearing it as is, and being OK with it?
I must be on my way. Final exam number one to administer!
*weather.com says it feels like 11 degrees, just so colder weather Style Nation doesn't think I've lost my ability to withstand cold. The windchill is harsh here.
Dress: Spice? (via Cliche, Minneapolis)
Wool blend Tights: Hue, via Daffy's
Wool blend Tights: Hue, via Daffy's
Boots: Born
