This article was co-authored by Susan Kim and by wikiHow staff writer, Janice Tieperman. Susan Kim is the owner of Sum+Style Co., a Seattle-based personal styling company focused on innovative and approachable fashion. She has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry, and received her AA from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
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Short dresses are the chameleons of your closet—you can dress them up for a night out, or layer them with other garments for a relaxed outfit. Rifle through your wardrobe and see what kinds of shoes and accessories you can transform into a fun, stylish ensemble. Whether the weather is warm or cool, your short dress will be able to get the job done.
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QuestionHow can I make my short dress look casual?Susan KimSusan Kim is the owner of Sum+Style Co., a Seattle-based personal styling company focused on innovative and approachable fashion. She has over 5 years of experience in the fashion industry, and received her AA from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising.
Professional StylistWear the belt low to give the look more of a street-style vibe. For an even more casual look, toss on a fanny pack over your dress!
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A long necklace can look great with your dress, especially if your dress has a low neckline.[17]Thanks
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- ↑ https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/shoes-accessories/shoes/how-to-wear-ankle-boots
- ↑ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/red-carpet-dresses/a22876725/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-short-dress/
- ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/summer-shoes-to-wear-with-dresses
- ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/non-heel-shoes-with-dresses/slide7
- ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/summer-shoes-to-wear-with-dresses
- ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/fashion/style-advice/tips/g352/how-to-wear-winter-layers/#7
- ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/fashion/style-advice/tips/g352/how-to-wear-winter-layers/#8
- ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/fashion/style-advice/tips/g352/how-to-wear-winter-layers/#9
- ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/how-wear-dresses-with-tights-and-boots
- ↑ Susan Kim. Professional Stylist. Expert Interview. 30 April 2019.
- ↑ https://www.harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/red-carpet-dresses/a22876725/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-short-dress/
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/g26536275/casual-outfit-ideas/#11
- ↑ https://www.whowhatwear.com/how-to-wear-a-belt-with-a-dress
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/a28671308/dress-too-short-solution/
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/g26536275/casual-outfit-ideas/#11