It’s definitely starting to warm up here in New England but it wasn’t all that long ago that I was wanting to transition to spring colors and styles but realizing I was still stuck in winter weather!
*Note: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click and/or make a purchase through these links, I will earn a small commission that helps me keep offering this blog as a resource. For more information, please see my Privacy Policy, and thank you!
I love all things leopard and it’s one of the ways I manage to get out of a winter wardrobe rut. Leopard goes along with the winter dark-color vibe but jazzes it up a bit with a fun pattern. This leopard shirtdress that I got from Shein in the Fall (see HERE) is still a favorite, but it’s been a little chilly to wear through the winter. Now that Spring has come, the temps have warmed up just enough to make it bearable. But, the fabric is still a little too thin to be warm on its own. Enter one of my go-to tricks: layer it!
Layer Your Dresses
An easy way to make your wardrobe go farther (and in this case, make it warmer!) is to treat each dress as also a skirt and a top.
Layer a dress under a top to wear it as a skirt.
Layer a dress under another skirt to wear it as a top.
Layer a Shirtdress
I admit that this outfit is not all that revolutionary. But, don’t we sometimes forget to layer a shirtdress in a non-traditional way? I frequently think to add a jacket, cardigan or blazer, but I forget that I can wear it like a skirt too.
Thankfully I got a reminder since I’ve been seeing so many fun leopard and cheetah-print skirts lately. In my layering I decided not to completely hide the top and did let the collar peak through a little. It was a little too plain up top for me, but you could totally do an over-sized sweater up top and still have a look you’ll love!
The result? An outfit that totally held up to the chill still in the air!
Leopard Options
Leopard Skirts
If you’d rather just get the look without layering, here are some of the cute leopard skirt options I’ve been seeing.
Leopard Dresses
To get the layered shirtdress look, there are a number of options out there for leopard dresses.
Get the Look: Layer a Shirtdress
Leopard Shirtdress also HERE (shorter, but looks cute!) || Similar White V-Neck Sweater || Similar Nude Pump || Similar Star Drop Earrings (go with everything! more in widget) || KS Elisa Necklace c/o || Similar KS Cuff Bracelet || Michael Kors Watch ||Hermes-like Bracelet
What is your favorite way to add warmth during this transition stage from Winter into Spring? Let me know in the comments below!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Virginia
Linking up with: Away from the Blue | Pink Sole | Glass of Glam | Color & Grace | Pumps & Pushups | Straight A Style | On the Daily Express | Seeking Sunshine | Curly Crafty Mom | Mummabstylish | Lizzie in Lace
Loading...
I love how you layered the dress!!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
Thank you! Gotta stay warm somehow!
What a lovely way to layer a shirt dress! This is a perfect outfit for early spring when it is still not warm enough to wear shirt dresses without an additional layers. Layering it with a sweater is a lovely idea!!!
You look elegant and sophisticated.
Aw! Thank you so much! I feel like I shouldn’t have to layer in spring but the sun is deceiving! Warm sweaters and cardigans it is until the warmth catches up with the sun!
Thanks for stopping by!
I love leopard, it’s a print I’m drawn to again and again. I’m glad you are finding ways to layer so you can get to your spring favorites while we are still waiting for things to warm up!
https://www.iamchiconthecheap.com/
Yes! The sun outside is deceiving! And yet I know that when the humidity hits I’m going to miss the cool weather!
Love your leopard dress! So cute with the sweater layered over it! What a great way to get more wear out of your spring and summer dresses!
Jill – Doused in Pink
Thank you Jill! Soon the weather will warm up and I will be able to wear them on their own! Yay!
Shirt dresses are perfect for layering. Your leopard one is fabulous! It’s getting a little warmer here in England finally so this look is appealing ! xx
I love when the weather gets a little warmer! All these possibilities open up in my closet!
Going to try this style out! You look lovely in this and it’s a god way to get versatility from a summer dress. Thanks for adding to the #linkup Jacqui Mummabstylish
Definitely try it! It’s a great tip to turn to when you’ve “done it all” with everything in your closet already. When you look at your dresses as two pieces (a skirt and a top), all of the sudden you have double the options in your closet! Thanks for stopping by Jacqui!
Loving how you layered this look, so beautiful!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I always throw a knit over my dress to change things up or keep warm. Love the styling with the animal print💛
http://www.sundaydahlias.com
I definitely love to add layers to my “summer” pieces when it’s cool outside. Love how you styled this dress!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
That is a beautiful shirt dress and it looks great layered under your top! it’s a reminder I need to try this outfit formula again when the weather cools off! 🙂
Thank you so much for joining the #weekdayWearLinkUp 🙂 A new linkup is live on my blog now!
Hope you had a wonderful weekend 🙂
Away From The Blue
I love this trick with dresses!! It makes them feel so different and new.
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Absolutely! Now I’m looking at my closet to see what else I can do this with!
A great idea to wear a sweater over a shirt dress. I think I’m going to steal that idea tomorrow!
Do it! You’ll be surprised how many options it opens up in your closet!
Shirt dresses are ideal for layering. Your panther one is impressive! It’s getting a little hotter here in Germany at long last so this look is engaging !
Bikinishe Reviews
What a wonderful method for layering a shirt dress! This is an ideal outfit for late-winter when it is as yet not warm enough to wear shirt dresses without an extra layers. Layering it with a sweater is a beautiful thought!
bikinishe reviews
This is so good, you write a wonderful article. Its very helpful.
The Brands Info
Love your panther dress! So charming with the sweater layered over it True Classic Tees Reviews What an extraordinary method for getting more wear out of your spring and summer dresses!