I love a good work look. What I love even more is a work look with personality. This dress is business in the front, party in the back. When I got it from Banana Republic, I won’t lie, I was at a little bit of a loss as to how to style it. The front of the dress seemed more formal to me, and I love the open cross back but it obviously wasn’t fit for work worn alone. When faced with this dilemma, the option is simple: layer! Either add a blazer on top or a blouse underneath. I opted to add my favorite blouses underneath it for a work chic look. You could easily wear it alone for drinks maximizing the versatility. The material is a stretchy point fabric. It’s currently on sale, so snag it now!
You can see how I previously styled this blouse (only $18) for work with pants here. My bag is also a favorite and is also on sale. It’s been on the blog more times than I can even count! I love the structure.
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How to Style a Dress Over a Blouse for Work
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92 Comments
Totally party in the back! I am loving the blouse you paired underneath! We both decided to layer today. That’s amazing! Xo, Ellese
Rock.Paper.Glam.
Girl, you must be the most chic, gorgeous woman in the office!! I feel like you took two completely different pieces and made a beautiful outfit, styling goals <3 <3
XO, Jessi
http://www.mywhitet.com/bridal-makeup-inspo/
Stunning dress! You look amazing and can pull of any look!
Isn’t That Charming.
Love this look! The dress looks fabulous over the blouse 🙂
Totally unexpected surprise in the back of the dress. I love it and looks so comfy! It’s a year round dress that looks great the way you styled it with the blouse. I would even see it with a contrasting colour. Would love to connect at http://the-wardrobe-stylist.com/2017/08/01/exercise-routine-saves-life-threatening-problems/
What a pair ! I would have never thought it was a layered blouse had you not mentioned it. Just fab.
This is genius! At first glance it looks like it belongs like this!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
I love the sleeves on this dress!!
Wow I love how you styled this! You are a vision in white! =)
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
I love this dress and blouse combo idea! Would come super handy come fall time.
xoxo
Rina Samantha
http://www.andshedressed.com
Your blouse and dress were made for eachother- so cute!!
xx
Laura
http://www.sequinsatbreakfast.com
The top looks really nice with the dress. Great for work.
http://tresfly.blogspot.com/
Super cute! Thanks for sharing!
xx
Lauren Elizabeth
Petite in Pearls
Such a fun look, Amy Ann! I can’t believe this top is under $20! This outfit is so chic, and I love the criss-cross back detail of the dress.
Love how you styled this. Personally, I always have trouble with layering like this but this is something I might have to try with a dress I own. Thanks for the idea!
Mary
https://www.themarycurator.com/
I absolutely ADORE this outfit. In fact, when I first saw it, I fell head over heels in love with this extraordinary dress (thinking that the blouse and dress were one). Good to know that the blouse doesn’t cost much extra! 😉
xo, janea
http://www.theSTYLEtti.com
I’ve seen this trend everywhere, really gonna need to try it out myself soon 🙂 I love your take on this trend babe and you look amazing!
xo Tina
IG: @tinasweetheart
http://www.tinasweetheart.com
I totally thought this was one piece. I am OBSESSED with the way you styled it! It looks amazing! Definitely need that top in my life too!
Liz
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
So cute and such a great idea! I’m terrible with remixing/layering pieces in my closet that don’t “obviously” go together.
I would absolutely wear this look to my office! I’m obsessed! Well done!
Much love from Napa Valley!
Paulina | SHENSKA