With life feeling like it’s on fast-forward, we often find ourselves having to run from the office to a night out without just a few minutes to freshen up. Being able to go home and get ready is becoming a luxury, but that doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice style. A little pre-planning can take your look from day to night with just a few tweaks.
The key to looking like you took hours to pamper yourself is choosing a piece that’s a shape-shifter. A long sleeved maxi dress is ideal for transitioning from a chic daytime look to stylish evening style. Go from your cubical to happy hour without any obstacles. Here’s how to do it:
A few wardrobe essentials can effortlessly transform your look from day to night. All you need to plan are your layering pieces, shoes, and accessories.
Daytime
- Pair your maxi dress with a comfortable layering piece that’s perfect for the office or errands. A relaxed blazer, distressed denim jacket, or slouchy cardigan will do the trick.
- Flat ankle boots or oxfords with your long sleeved maxi dress will create a look that’s stylish yet practical for the daily grind.
- Keep the accessories to a minimum; the workday doesn’t need a soundtrack. Your colleagues won’t always appreciate how cute your noisy bangles are. Accessorize your outfit with a gold timepiece that will stick with you at night. Choose a cross body bag instead of a tote that can also double as a clutch, if need be.
When the sun goes down
This is where your layering piece will be working two shifts. Whether you’ve chosen a denim jacket, a slouchy cardigan, or a relaxed blazer, all of these choices can be dolled up for your evening look. Score!
Swap your flat boots for a pair of stacked booties. If your plans are a little fancier, choose a bootie with a thin high heel to dress up your look even more. A change of shoes will instantly transform your outfit.
Now, the bangles can come out to play. Conclude your busy day and take on the night with a statement necklace, your favorite arm candy, and that go-to cross-body bag.
If you want to take it a step further, keep a tube of dark lipstick in your bag. Going from a nude lip to a sultry deep red will make all the difference. Cheers!
