A dress can carry an outfit on its own, but the right jacket makes it more versatile. It can shift a sundress toward casual daytime wear, make a knit dress office-ready, or add coverage to an evening look without hiding the outfit underneath. The most reliable styling approach comes down to proportion, fabric, and occasion.
These easy layering tips focus on wearable combinations rather than trend-dependent rules. With a few dependable outfit formulas, dresses can work through changing weather, different dress codes, and a wider range of personal styles.
