Fashion Tips: Different Ways To Style Slip Dresses

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Slip dresses exude elegance, daintiness, and sexiness. With springtime finally here it’s finally time you get to wear lighter clothing again! Despite originating as a nightgown, it’s a versatile dress perfect for a range of aesthetics and occasions. Explore the multiple possibilities of these vintage fashion staples with these four different tips and tricks for styling slip dresses.

Let the Dress Do All the Talking

Whether they consist of actual silk fabrics or a blend of satin and charmeuse, slip dresses give off a silky, sexy, sophisticated look all on their own. Their effortless grace doesn’t require much accessorization. 

Styling the dress with a pair of heels, a belt, and a purse of choice gives you a quick and effortlessly stylish outfit suitable for many occasions, from casual lunches with your friends to date night. Let the dress do all the talking and keep the accessories to a minimum for a simple yet elegant outfit.

Layer It With Shirts and Sweaters

Layers are the secret ingredient to many fashionable looks. They add so much to an outfit, from enhanced weather practicality to extra colors and textures. As lightweight garments, slip dresses make a great layerable item.

There are many different layering methods that complement slips. For a casual outfit, layer a basic plain T-shirt under the dress and pair the clothes with sneakers. Layer on a sweater over the dress—tied, cropped, or folded over with a belt to add shape—for a winter and fall look. Style a grungy night out look with fishnet stockings under the dress and a denim or leather jacket on the top layer. Playing around with layer options creates plenty of outfits and styles to add to your lookbook.

Doll It Up for Social and Business Affairs

Doll up your dress for more formal occasions, like social and business affairs, with some fancy pairings. Blazers transform any casual look into a classier piece. Throwing on a blazer over your slip dress formalizes your outfit, making it party appropriate for both professional and social situations. To further add to the formality of the look, accessorize the blazer and slip dress with some dainty jewelry pieces and sleek heels.

Embrace the Throwback Look

Slip dresses are one of the many growing vintage trends of 2023. Embracing the ‘90s heritage of the slip dress gives you a fun and fashionable throwback look that many current trends aspire toward. Amp up the ‘90s look with some other throwback style touches, like a Farrah Fawcett blowout or one of the many Rachel Greene hairstyles.

The clothes you wear influence your experiences. It changes how you feel, the places you go, and the impressions you leave behind. Fashion allows you to experience different personalities and gives you a glimpse of other time periods. Try these four tips and tricks for styling slip dresses and style many looks with this versatile vintage icon.