We've all heard of the little black dress. And, yes, the wardrobe staple can successfully see through each and every season and almost every kind of event. But this summer, it might just be the perfect time to give your trusted LBD a little break and try out the summery twist on the classic look. Introducing, the little white dress.
While we all need at least one perfect LBD in our closets, I would argue that a good LWD is just as important, especially as the temperatures rise. The perfect little white dress does everything the LBD does, while also offering a bold pop of bright white that turns your minimalist chic look into a quiet statement. Whether you're styling it with pared down black, matching white, or playful summery pops of colour, the LWD is endlessly versatile and, I'm will to bet, will go with just about everything you already own. The only thing an LWD probably can't do is provide a last-minute wedding guest look!
So, if you're looking to add a cute little LWD to your wardrobe, here are a few styling hacks for some inspiration.
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With a leather jacket and statement socks
Add a little edge and texture to your little white dress with a bold tan leather jacket. Adding some over-the-knee socks and shimmery gold shoes to tie in with the tan of the jacket can transform a simple white dress into a summer statement.
Keep your accessories to a minimum apart from a pair of striking gold statement earrings. Set against the white of a business-ready blazer dress and matching shoes, a simple pair of bright gold earrings can instantly elevate your LWD into summer spin on the office siren trend.
With minimalist black pieces
Nineties minimalism continues to dominate the trend cycle — and there's a good reason. Simple, clean pieces never really go out of style. And nothing fits this look more than a restrained white linen dress. Resist the urge to pile on accessories and colours and keep things pared down with all-black accessories.
Let's face it, over-the-knee boots aren't exactly easy to style. However, with a little white dress, somehow, they just work. An airy, light LWD perfectly offsets the dominatrix vibes of a pair of black leather over-the-knee boots, creating an unexpected but functional summer 'fit.
With bold touches of colour
While you might fear that a little white dress is inherently a little dull, fear not. You can absolutely play with a little dopamine dressing by adding a few bold pops of unexpected colour. Try Barbie pink platforms, a teal bag, and a bright sunshine yellow necklace.
Your pair of leather cowboy boots don't need to wait in the back of your closet for your next festival. Wear them with a short, sharp little white dress to put a subtle western spin on your next street style look.
A version of this article originally appeared on Glamour (Spain).
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