Hi lovelies,
Maxi dresses are the longest type of dress and some people can find them quite difficult to style because of their length. But actually maxi dresses are very versatile. Below are just a few tips on what to pair with a maxi dress.
Dress up with some pumps
Maxi dresses are ideal for classy and conservative occasions, but need to be paired with the right shoes in these situations. A pair of pumps with heels or wedges is often the best choice. If you’re wearing a boldly colored or patterned maxi dress, you’ll want to keep your shoes simple so you don’t distract people from your dress. If you’re wearing a more neutral maxi dress, feel free to make a statement with your shoes. Simple silver or gold jewelry can also look great with this look.
Add a belt for some shape
Some maxi dresses are designed to hug the figure while others are very loose. The latter type of maxi dress is a popular form of women plus size clothing, because it can help hide parts of your body you may find unflattering. However, go too loose, and your dress may also have an overly baggy appearance that is equally unflattering. Adding a belt to these types of dresses can help you to maintain some shape to your figure. Opt for a high waisted belt if you don’t want your tummy to protrude through the dress.
Wear gladiator sandals for a boho look
Gladiator sandals aren’t out of style yet. In fact, they still remain a great footwear choice for pairing with a textured maxi dress for a summery bohemian look. Other accessories that go great with this look include beach hats, large necklaces and multiple bracelets. For sandals with straps that rise up past the ankle, consider a maxi dress with a slit to show them off.
Go casual with a denim jacket and sneakers
You can wear a maxi dress with sneakers. More casual styles of maxi dress such as ditsy floral dresses and t-shirt dresses typically work best with this type of footwear. However, you can wear more formal maxi dresses with sneakers by also layering your dress with a denim jacket. The denim jacket helps to add a more relaxed look to your outfit that is suitable for any occasion. Stick to simple styles if you’re wearing a very loud and heavily textured maxi dress.
Add some edge with a leather jacket and leather boots
If you’re going to a bar or a concert and you don’t want to dress too feminine, you can give a maxi dress some edge by pairing it with leather. Leather ankle boots and a leather jacket are a good combo. If you’re wearing a very bold or textured dress, try to stick to a very simple leather jacket and simple leather boots. For more neutral maxi dresses, consider getting more creative with leather pairings (for example, you could try a bold colored leather jacket).
