Outfit Idea : Dressy Patterns & Textures

Some of the big trends this season include variations of the colour grey, lots of hardware, patterns and textures which can be found on clothing, shoes and accessories. It can become a bit overwhelming trying to decide how to go about incorporating at least one of those trends into your existing wardrobe or an outfit.  So, I decided to come up with an outfit that combines all four trends into one complete outfit.

This is an ensemble you can wear on a fun night out on the town with your girls or special someone.

Images: Anthropologie, Forever 21, Saks Fifth Avenue

I saw this gorgeous Studded Fete Dress ($298) at Anthropologie and just had to use it. I like the contrast of the black bodice with the chiffon grey and black polka dot skirt. The studs on the waist are a fun little detail that really makes this dress pop.

To complement the studded waist and add texture to the outfit, I chose this pretty Forever 21 Beaded Stone Necklace ($7.80) and Alondra Jewel Hinge Bracelet ($14.80). The chunky stones and beads are both in the same monochromatic colour family of cream, black and silver/grey so it works quite well.  Since the necklace is quite busy you won’t need dramatic earrings, I’d just wear simple studs.

An easy cover up for this outfit is a simple cardigan. You can wear a solid coloured cardigan but I thought it would be fun to play up the polka dot pattern with this charcoal grey and black Dotted Sweater Cardigan ($19.80) from Forever 21. An alternative would be to wear a cream or ivory cardigan with this look.

You can go with or without opaque tights (in black) for this look but for shoes, definitely go for these Forever 21 Gladiator Heels ($26.80) just to give the outfit a little edge.  For a sweeter, more feminine look, wear silver ballet flats like these Forever 21 Cracked Metallic Flats ($18.80). Knee high boots and even silver pumps would go very well with this look.

Lastly, you’ll need a chic little bag. This Yves Saint Laurent Mini Charm Leather Bag (pre-order, $455) matches quite well with the grey colour of the skirt.  The chain shoulder strap is on point with this season’s hardware trend.  An alternative would be to carry an pretty cream coloured clutch to pick up the cream on the necklace and bracelet.

As you can see the whole outfit leans towards the monochromatic side but it’s not too boring or plain. Overall, a pretty and feminine look.