Style Files: How To Make A Basic Dress, Not So Basic

After weeks of fighting it, I’m finally embracing all of what spring has to offer. I’m here for the 75 degree weather, the beautiful flowers, and all the bright colors a girl can have.

 

 

But please miss me with that pollen. Jesus be an Ear, Noise, and Throat doctor because this pollen is no joke. Sigh, I digress. Moving right along to rich colors that are now taking over my wardrobe. This bright orange is everything against my brown skin. I had to do a double take walking pass the mirror. This might be my color! Woot,woot.

I scored this figure-hugging dress from Forever 21 a few weeks back (I need to do a haul video). I didn’t try it on, but picked up a medium. Thank goodness I did. I gained a few pounds since moving back home and there’s no way I could have made it in my typical small.

I teamed my dress with my new favs. My Nasty Gal Nude On A Level sandals were the perfect addition to this look and my shoe closet. I added more color to my look with this gorgeous scarf that my good girlfriend bought me when she lived in Saint Lucia.

A simple solid color dress is a must have for your spring wardrobe. It can be styled several ways. It works for day and night.

Here’s how I would style the look for a more casual look. I tied my favorite chambray shirt around my waist and rocked a Phoenix Suns SnapBack. White Chuck Taylor sneakers would have been perfect, but I don’t own a pair yet so I kept it chic and rocked my heels.

If you’re in the market for an inexpensive orange dress, try any of these below: