The Shirt Dress, a Fall Fashion Must

While this stylish piece of clothing is neither a shirt nor a dress alone, it is a trend that is becoming a necessity in every woman’s wardrobe.

According to www.shoppingthetrend.com, the shirt dress is extremely stylish and functional. The shirt dress can be worn as both a shirt and a dress.

If a woman chooses to sport the item as shirt, it is best to be worn with a nice fitting pair of trousers, a great pair of jeans or capris. On the other hand, if it is to be worn as a dress, you must bare in mind that most shirt dresses run on the shorter side and should be worn at your own discretion. However, there are still longer styles available, and the average good-looking shirt dress stops just above the knee.

Besides choosing a length that is right for you, an accentuation color is also key. A few great fall colors are grey, purple, olive green and, if you are really daring, red! Also, keep in mind that your favorite color may not be the best color for this style or the season. Try to be open to different options when putting together an overall classy look.

The accessories go hand and hand, whether you wear it as a shirt or a dress. Naturally, a shoe or pump with a higher heel is necessary when wearing this fashion so that the legs are elongated. Using this style will create height for any woman of any shape or size. A tall boot is also a fun way to play with your own style and make it your own.

After some spunky footwear is established, be sure to choose a gorgeous handbag that will accent the outfit but not over power it. In addition, if your shirt dress contains a V-neckline, a beaded necklace will give an added touch of flare. Another option for jazzing up your style is to add a satin scarf that compliments the color palette of your outfit, and can be worn as either a traditional scarf or as a head band.

This fashion will not limit you to only the fall season but can be transitioned as the weather gets colder and winter moves in.  Long-sleeve shirt dresses with button up collars are also stylish and unique. When winter hits, be sure to change from the lighter type of airy shirt dress, and choose cotton or even a wool material. Besides dressing this item with pants, the shirt dress can be worn with a thicker or opaque color of nylons with a tall boot to keep you warm.

The shirt dress will be both useful and functional for such important events as presentations and interviews because it provides a classy and professional look for any woman.

Shirt dresses have been spotted at such retailers as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and Ralph Lauren. However, as you are on a student’s budget, these same styles and labels are available at such places as www.shoppingthetrend.com. Also, great places to stock up on shoes and accessories are Payless Shoe Source, Target, Ross and JCPenney.

Now that the new fall look is established, your major worries should be only on that next big exam.

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