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Bored with your wardrobe? Try layering pieces that you already own—like dresses and tunics! When playing with this look, make sure you’re not putting pieces together that fight each other (though you don’t need to be matchy-matchy).
As a general rule, both garments should be made of a thin, simple fabric so the look isn’t too busy (this way you can play with your accessories too). The base layer should have a a closer fit (and even a longer hem) than the dress/tunic you will wear over it; the top layer should be short and sweet and fit a little bit loosely. Try experimenting with different sleeve lengths depending on the season (ie long-sleeve base layer, half-sleeve top layer during winter, cap-sleeve and sleeveless combo for the summer). To prevent the outfit from looking too bulky, cinch a belt underneath your bustline or hang low on your waist to build a silhouette. If you’re so inclined, pair with a long necklace or some statement-making earrings.
There are endless ways to keep this outfit fresh, whether you go for a boho look, are more of a fashionista, or a downtown girl. Enjoy!
Lins is kind of like a superhero. Corporate minion by day, free spirit by night, she's set to save the world one fashion misstep at a time (seriously, put down the Crocs and back away). She's previously written for myfashionlife and has an appreciation for unusual fashion juxtapositions (men's cardigans with silk dresses make her swoon).Now, if only she could fly …