Have you ever drawn the curtains back in the morning to a cold and cloudy sky, wrapped up in your thickest jumper and big coat for the day, only for the clouds to part in the afternoon and you find yourself surprisingly sweaty and immediately stripping layers off? Yeah, us too.
Hot and sticky one minute, drizzling with rain the next. We all know British weather can be pretty unpredictable, to say the least…
So what’s the best way to dress for transitional weather and those difficult in-between seasons, you ask? Well, here at SilkFred we have a few tricks up our sleeves. Enter, the ever-so-versatile dress.
Don’t let the weather dampen your big plans! Take a read of the SilkFred team’s handy guide to versatile dresses for in-between weather, so you know exactly what dresses you should have in your capsule wardrobe.
The Ultimate Day Dress
The day dress is a must for in-between weather. Casual enough for a trip to the shops with the girls, but dressy enough for those impromptu drinks in the bar afterwards. It’s the perfect spring-to-summer dress. If you ask us, the best day dress to keep in your closet is something in a monochrome or neutral tone, or in a timeless print, like spots or stripes, so you’re sure to keep reaching for it time and time again.
Best of all, the versatile day dress can easily be styled up or down, depending on your mood. Throw on some chunky classic trainers and a lightweight jacket, such as a trench, for your morning coffee run, or add some strappy heels and a biker jacket to complete your date night look.
The Playful Skater Dress
Flirty and fun, the playful skater dress is something that every girl should have in her capsule wardrobe. Ideal for spring and summer, it hits the sweet spot between casual and dressy – simply add some ballet flats or trainers for daytime, or some chunky boots and a biker jacket to add some edge.
Thanks to its flattering fit-and-flare cut, the skater dress is easy to layer, as you can throw on a cropped jumper or cardigan, and you’ve instantly got a mini skirt. What’s more, it also looks great with tights and boots if it’s due to be a little nippier.
The Versatile Shirt Dress
Ah, the timeless shirt dress. Structured and formal enough for the office, chic enough to wear to brunch with friends. Arguably the most versatile dress, the shirt dress typically comes with buttons meaning you can adjust the neckline and leg split to your liking, making it an ideal option for versatile weather. It looks great layered with chunky belts, waistcoats or sweater vests, or simply styled on its own with a pair of knee-high boots.
We’d recommend adding a crisp white shirt dress to your wardrobe, for ultimate flexibility. But did you know there are tonnes of gorgeous patterned shirt dresses which are an outfit in themselves? Simply throw on, slide into some flats, grab your favourite handbag, and you’re good to go. We’re obsessed.
The Magnificent Maxi Dress
We’re here to tell you why maxi dresses aren’t just for holidays or fancy parties. They’re a basic must-have. Picture the scene, you’ve got a bougie brunch with the girls this Saturday, the forecast is looking pretty iffy, but you’re not gonna let that rain on your parade. What do you grab from the rail? A maxi dress of course!
Pick a timeless polka dot print maxi, pair it with some pointy flats and a structured black blazer, and you’ll look oh so chic – and with very minimal effort! We’ll cheers to that.
The Dynamic Denim Dress
Denim has long been a style staple – and for good reason. It’s easy to style, pairs with virtually anything, and never seems to go out of fashion. So when it comes to dressing for changeable weather, or you’re in between seasons, why not give the classic denim dress a try?
Available in a variety of different shapes and cuts for various body shapes, there’s a denim dress for everyone. We love a structured, figure-hugging fit, which can be styled to go from day to night. Simply throw on some trainers and sunnies for daytime, and transition into some heeled boots and a jacket to take this fit into the night.
Dresses not your thing? Check out our blog on easy outfits for in-between weather, instead.
