How To Style Your Dresses In Winter

Summer still seems a very long way off - but that doesn’t mean you have to wait for the sunshine to arrive before you can break out your favourite dresses.

Even the floatiest of florals can be made winter-worthy by following a few key steps; coats, layers, tights and boots.

Whether you prefer to stick to a classic, feminine silhouette or play with masculine cuts for a more fashion-forward look, there’s always a way to dress for winter and still let your dresses take centre stage during the winter months. Read on for our top tips on how to wear dresses in winter. 

The key to wearing your favourite dresses in winter is layering up. Contrast with a baggy knit or charm with a simple cardigan - but stay warm!

 

Accentuate a simple, plain dress with a brightly coloured or patterned jumper.

Make this your statement piece and build an outfit around it for an eye-catching look to combat the winter blues.

Bold and eclectic not your style? There’s no harm in reaching for a classic.

A charming, feminine cotton cardigan is a great piece to have to hand to add a delicate finishing touch to your look.

 

Everyone loves a chunky knit jumper to relax in, but there’s no reason you can’t make a jumper like this work with your favourite dress.

Team a jumper over a midi dress and add biker or Chelsea boots for a grungy take on feminine style.

Accentuate your waist with a belted cardigan.

You can team a high neck dress with a cardigan, or add a cosy touch to a pencil or bodycon dress; this versatile piece is a handy addition to your wardrobe.

 

 

Winter (and even Spring) weather can be very unpredictable, so finishing your look with the right coat means you can be on-trend and comfortable at the same time.

 

It’s traditionally been accepted that you should try and choose a coat the same length, or longer, than your choice of dress - and this is an easy rule to follow when choosing a coat. However, modern trends play with the length of coat and jacket lines to contrast and highlight hemmed dresses and skirts; for example, a ruffled edge peeking out from under a trench coat. Not forgetting that a cropped jacket or blazer can lend a completely different twist to a dress (though you may want to save these for warmer months!)

The point is - your dress, your rules. Wear your coat to cover your dress or make it a statement, the choice is yours.

 

A classic mac trench coat is a piece everyone should have in their wardrobe.

The ideal winter-to-summer coat, wearing your dress with a trench coat means you can layer up underneath during cooler weather and if you pick a waterproof design, look chic even during those endless showers.

Floaty, feminine outfits can be finished perfectly with a touch of texture.

Choosing a jacket like this Teddy coat with a dress provides a soft and snuggly layer for warmth and style. And who doesn’t want to look this cute?

Ok, so a padded jacket may not be the first thing you think of when you picture your pretty dress, but hear us out; the Athleisure trend gives your smarter items a more casual feel. Plus, you’ll always be warm (and smug). You’re welcome.

Stylish, sophisticated and subtle; every woman needs a traditional double-breasted coat in their collection.

Smart and warm at the same time, it’s the perfect coat to wear with a formal dress. The slight masculine cut to these coats works beautifully in contrast with a dress for a polished look.

 

 

Bare legs in winter is never a good look, are we all agreed? Goose pimples need no longer be a winter fashion accessory now there are so many dresses to wear with tights.

Tights can really make a fashion statement, with bold designs, responsible fabrics and various levels of thickness to warm up an outfit in the winter months. 

 

Investing in a few pairs of opaque tights means you can easily transform any dress into a winter look.

Available in a range of colours, these tights add a bold and bright touch to your style.

Some dresses, however much you’d like to pair them with a warm winter tight, just work better with the bare-leg effect.

Choosing a pair of nude tights protects your pins from cooler temperatures while preserving that ‘barely-there’ look.

Tights don’t have to be boring. Choosing a pair with a pattern or design works beautifully to enhance a more simple dress.

Put a pair in your handbag to change daytime casual to night-time style.

Tights might make your outfit look great, but they aren’t the sexiest item in your wardrobe.

Make yourself feel a little bit special by swapping tights for hold-ups. Nobody else will know, but you’ll feel like a sultry siren.

 

 

‘What shoes do I wear with dresses in winter’ we hear you ask? You can turn almost any dress into a winter look by adding a pair of boots.

Choose one of these classic styles to turn your summer stunners into winter wonders.

 

It’s a well-known fact that cowboy boots makes every summer dress look adorable - even in the winter.

A simple black design gives you maximum outfit choices and looks great when paired with a pair of tights.

 

Choosing a leather knee-high boot with a heel is an easy way to make any dress look a bit more formal.

Perfect for that day-to-night look, a classic heel will take you from the office to date night with minimal fuss.

 

For those who don’t love a heel, a Chelsea boot is a great compromise.

This style does ‘smart-casual’ better than anything, and it’s an ideal season link item as you can wear these boots with tights in deepest December and without as the sun begins to show its face in Spring.

 

Adding a touch of grunge to your look is a great way to extend your summer dresses into the winter season.

A pair of comfy biker boots look best when worn with a floral or floaty summer dress - the contrast just works. Trust us.

 

 

 

You don’t have to wait for summer, or even spring, to show off your favourite dresses. With the right layering and accessories you can make any dress a winter favourite.

We don’t know about you, but suddenly our wardrobes feel full of new outfit ideas. So go on, get playful and wear your dress in winter for a slash update to your collection. 

 

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