Monochrome: The Daily Look Inspiration

Have you ever thought monochrome dressing was boring? Think again. There is a way you can look stunning from head to toe in a monochrome outfit!

Monochrome dressing doesn’t have to be boring. Have you been to an all white or all black theme party?  At these types of theme parties you’ll see a lot of people wearing all one color, either all white or all black. It could get a little boring seeing everyone in the same color.

But every now and again you’ll see a few outfits that catch your eye and look stunning. So, there is a way to make it work for you.  You can stand out in a sea of monochrome outfits and make an impressive appearance.

Here are the keys to making a monochrome look work for you and look stunning in one color or tones.

• Mix textures, it’s the best way to add interest.
• Wear fabrics that are flattering for your body, but you don’t have to worry about them be alike unless it’s black.
• Use shades and tones within the same color family to create depth and interest
• Use a subtle layer or faint print in a like color to slightly break up the monochrome.
• Use accessories to add authenticity and life to the outfit.
• Makeup is another great way to add interest.

The Daily Look Inspiration – From Head To Toe Monochrome look featured above creates interest with texture, a play on fabrics, and jewelry. Since winter and the cool weather is lingering around, this inspirational look combines a fur coat for warmth and create a luxurious feel, a sexy satiny cami top softens the other textures, a cute suede skirt for a chic look, sassy suede/leather booties, and edgy sparkly jewelry. Now this monochrome (one color) look gives the impression of luxurious, sexy, sassy chic, and edgy. Boring be gone!

Use this inspiration to create your own interesting monochrome look without feeling boring.

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Monochrome Look by SEE Image Consulting & Boutique featuring touchstone crystal jewelry.

One Dress Three Different Looks

Time for a little style inspiration to perk up a basic garment in your wardrobe. Are you ready for inspiration on how to get three different looks out of one basic dress? If you are, you’re in for a treat. You’ll discover creative ways to style your dress to look chic and get ready with ease.

Topshop Midi Dress

Let’s take a look at a basic dress. A basic dress could be an essential wardrobe piece that is comfortable and works great with your body figure. For this style inspiration, a fitted midi dress will be the focal piece. There’s something about a fitted dress that I love. Maybe it’s the simplicity of knowing I don’t have to steam it or worry about it getting wrinkled, or because I feel sexy in it, lol. But a sheath or shift dress will work as well. The key is to know what style works best for you, your body figure, and gives you confidence. Then you can make it your go to dress in a crunch and look fabulous with ease. Especially, when you know how to create multiple outfits with that one dress.

This one basic dress can take you from work to an evening out, and even into the weekend. Pair this basic dress with a few other items in your closet and look fabulous in under 15 minutes.

w lets see how to create three different looks with this one grey funnel neck fitted midi dress from Topshop. Ideally, this dress in black will make for a great Little Black Dress (LBD) and greatly extend your wardrobe capsule. More on a building a wardrobe capsule in future style inspiration ideas and tips.

Look 1: Work Flow Ready

 

 

For Look 1: Work Flow Ready, the Topshop fitted midi dress in grey is paired with a few classic pieces (tailored blazer, heel pumps, a nice structured handbag and versatile jewelry accessories) to create a polished work ready look.

 

 

 

Look 2: Evening – Night Out Flow

 

 

For Look 2: Night Out Flow, the Topshop fitted midi dress is paired with a few chic pieces (red leather motto jacket, scrappy scandal heels, a Stella & Dot metallic clutch, and the same Stella & Dot versatile jewelry accessories) to create a sexy and chic night out look. Depending on your geographical region the jacket can be in a lighter weight and breathable material.

Look 3: Weekend: Relaxed Weekend Flow

 

 

For Look 3: Relaxed Weekend Flow, the Topshop midi fitted dress is paired with a few casual pieces (classic army green bomber jacket, metallic slip-on sneakers, and the same Stella &Dot metallic clutch and Stella & Dot versatile jewelry accessories) to create a comfortable and relaxed weekend look.

 

 

I hope this inspired you to get creative and see how to get different looks from one basic dress.

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