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Boots [also here]  |  Dress  |  Button-up

I do not know what it is about it, but I have been gravitated to the color black during the later months of winter. I think I added at least 3 new black dresses to my wardrobe, and these black OTK boots! That is a lot for someone who claims their favorite neutral to be navy, haha.

As we approach spring (yay!), it can be an awkward time to dress because its not completely warm enough for bare arms and legs, but not cold enough for a full on sweater/jacket, etc., situation. Enter my favorite style technique ever: layering! I always have loved to layer a button-up or ruffle collared shirt under really anything. I think it adds a classic touch, and can be practical.

I layered this gorgeous, short-sleeve light sweater dress with a white button-up, and loved the look of it. The long sleeve under the short sleeve dress is perfect for warmer days that are not yet spring days! It also adds a little something extra to the dress, making it look like a new dress. I still wore tights and boots, but the tights could be eliminated if the weather is permitted! I think this look would also look v cute with flats, or cap toe pumps! For another layering option, I have worn a more slim fitting sweater of this dress, and it looked great with the pleated skirt of the dress.

About the dress, it is more of an investment, but it is going to be a staple piece that I will have for as long as it lasts. It is from Theory, and here's my hack for shopping theory at affordable prices: select Macy's in the U.S. carry Theory. Macy's is always have some kind of sale, and I actually found my dress for sale on sale at a Macy's in Minnesota when I was home (for my MN gals- Southdale carries Theory!!). I paid less than $100, I think more like $80, for the dress, and that is such a great steal for this brand/dress!!

So happy dressing, friends. If you try out some layered looks I would love to see them, so tag me on Instagram (@libbylovespearls)!!

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Boots [also here]  |  Dress  |  Button-up

As always,

#dontforgetyourpearls

PS-- I am wearing pearls with this outfit, but they are hard to see, haha!
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