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 itΒ 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 addΒ 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 blouseΒ (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
You look absolutely AMAZING, Amy! Love the entire look! What a DOLL!
Great styling as always!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Much love, Len
http://www.lenparent.com
XO
This dress is so elegant without being boring!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
What a great idea, especially for colder days!
Have a lovely day π
Rosanna x
http://rosesrooftop.blogspot.co.uk/
I never would of guessed this was two pieces at first… looks amazing! Love how you styled this look!
Brittany π
http://www.kingdomofsequins.com
I love this pretty blouse so much! I never think to pair them under a dress but should! You look stunning!
Getting dangerous for me to visit your site! I just bought your dress π Love the versatility of it and how you changed it up with that pretty top! Great idea!
Mary
http://marymurnane.com
Your top and dress go so well together, they almost seem like one piece!! I love it Amy!
Brooke
Pumps and Push-Ups
Wow, this top takes your work dress to a whole new level. Love this idea, and I’m going to my closet right now to see what I can put together.
http://www.districthilo.com
Love,
Mary
Wow this look is so lovely. The details on the sleeves is so gorgeous!
Enclothed Cognition
Beautiful! How fun is that blouse, definitely gives this work look personality <3
Green Fashionista
Loving the layers! Your blouse is the perfect piece for layering. And the crisscross detail on the back is so much fun. It’s a great look for work!
xo, Jackie
stylemydreams.com
Such a great idea! I love the blouse you chose. It’s so pretty!
What a great idea! I would never have noticed that was a blouse under a dress, it goes so well together. Peace!
Cheryl
http://www.northwestmountainliving.com
That blouse seems like it was made for layering under that dress! It’s perfect for work now!
I love this layered look, and am obsessed with that blouse! Such a stylish work look!
Rachael
http://www.threadsforthomasblog.com
I did something like this just the other day! I love that blouse and the dress is so cute! Hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!
Katherine | http://www.oneswainkycouple.com
This dress is so stunning on you! Those sleeves are to die for!
That’s such a great idea to layer like this!! I’m not sure I would have even thought of this!!
And will you share a couple of tips here on the blog after your talk?? I’d love to grow my IG and I feel at a loss….
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Wow! That looks amazing!
OXOX
Dawn Lucy
http://fashionshouldbefun.com
I could not adore this look any more! I LOVE the detailing on those sleeves and how you styled it to be more work appropriate! It just makes the dress so chic!
Rosy Outlook