Friday 12 July 2019

Layering Maxi Dresses For Winter With Tees, Leather Jackets and Ankle Boots

I like to wear my dresses year-round, and an easy way to change up the look of a dress is by adding a tee on top. In winter it's an extra layer of warmth too! I'm wearing a frequent favourite maxi dress and a sparingly worn one for two different tee over maxi dresses looks.

What I wore:

leather jacket snake print maxi dress worn as a skirt with tee on top birthday party outfit | awayfromblue

Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum with snake print maxi dress | awayfromtheblue

awayfromblue instagram | 5th birthday party outfit tee over snake print maxi dress leather jacket colourful accessories
EarringsA Little Bit of North blue mandala earrings (giveaway prize, close up photo)
JacketAsos Black by Markus Lupfer printed leather jacket
Necklace: blush pink and gold beaded tassel necklace
TeeAtmos & Here black essential v-neck tee
DressJeanswest grey snake print maxi dress
Shoes: RMK Chester black ankle boots
BagRebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote in plum (on sale!)

Why I wore it:

Wore this for my eldest boy's birthday party! Crazy to think he's 5 years old now! We celebrated at an indoor play area with his kindy friends - nice and easy party as I didn't have to entertain a room of kindergarteners or clean up after them 😂

For something a little different, with all the animal print skirts that are around at the moment, I decided to give this pretty maxi dress a wear. It's definitely much too glam for a kids birthday party (I've worn it before to a wedding) but dressed down with ankle boots and a plain tee I thought it worked nicely as a skirt. I really liked this outfit, even if the dress as a skirt did slide down a bit - I think a belt is needed to keep it in place next time, I just wore it with the halter neck around my waist so it didn't show under the tee.

It felt a bit monochromatic for a birthday party, so I added a little extra colour with the blush tassel necklace and purple mini MAB tote bag.


Last worn: printed leather jacket, black tee, blush tassel necklace, snake print maxi dress, black ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote bag.

Other ways to wearprinted leather jacket worn 30 ways, black tee and a-line skirt, snake print maxi dress and red clutch30 ways to wear black ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote bag worn 30 ways.

Perfect for pregnancysnake print maxi dress at 39 weeksankle boots in second trimester, Rebecca Minkoff mini MAB tote bag in second trimester.


Favourite Rebecca Minkoff Bag:







What I wore:

leather jacket, navy tee over floral print maxi dress sundress in winter coral rebecca minkoff love bag | away from blue

Rebecca Minkoff chevron quilted small Love crossbody bag in pale coral | away from the blue

awayfromtheblue Instagram | winter church outfit floral print maxi dress worn as skirt tee layered over top with leather jacket
Jacket:  Jeanswest black leather moto jacket
NecklaceZuriCollections blue polymer clay necklace
TeeAtmos & Here Avery marle tee in navy
Dress: Kmart Tropicana sleeveless tiered maxi dress
ShoesAsos leather Chelsea boots in tan
BagRebecca Minkoff chevron quilted small Love crossbody bag in pale coral

Why I wore it:

This dress is one I can't wear in the middle of winter, the little crochet gaps between the tiers make it a bit too chilly on a cold day, but for a cold morning and warmer day it was perfect. I wore this out to church and actually ended up taking the leather jacket off in the afternoon as it was too warm.

I like wearing this tee over maxi dresses, so although it's the first time I've worn this tee and dress together it's not the first time I've layered this tee over a dress. It's supposed to be a cropped style, but being petite it hits as the perfect point for me so it makes it easy to wear over a long dress!

The little Rebecca Minkoff love bag I wanted to get out for another wear. Usually just a special occasion / night out bag, I thought it would look good with the coral print on this maxi dress, even if it's more peach than pink. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that my new smaller wallet fits in this bag so expect to see it worn more often now I don't have to worry about taking things out of my wallet to swap into the bag when I use it.


Last worn: black leather jacket, navy cropped tee, clay necklace, tropical print maxi dress, Asos Chelsea ankle boots, Rebecca Minkoff small love bag.

Other ways to wearblack leather jacket at Disneyland, navy cropped tee and printed shorts, tropical print maxi dress and converse, Asos Chelsea ankle boots and burgundy pants, Rebecca Minkoff small love bag and jeans.

Perfect for pregnancyAsos Chelsea ankle boots in second trimester.



Maxi Dresses Under $50:




How You Can Wear It:

In summer a maxi dress is a nice easy all-in-one outfit option. You can layer a maxi dress up for cooler weather too, adding a tee on top for more warmth as well as a leather jacket and ankle boots. A few more layers than you need in summer, but still quite an easy outfit to pull together.


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59 comments:

  1. Perfect snake print dress!
    xx
    Mónica Sors
    MES VOYAGES A PARIS
    NEW BLOG POST: HOW TO WEAR NEON TREND

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  2. I have never done this before, I'm not sure it would work on my dresses but I am going to take a second look, it's a great way to change things up! I love the snakeskin dress with the tee! Have a great weekend!
    xo,
    Kellyann

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  3. I definitely agree with you. You can add a tee over your dress or a jacket or a cardigan then your look would be so different.

    https://sarahrizaga.blogspot.com

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  4. Belated happy bday to your boy, Mica:) Wow....time sure does fly by, eh? Love the dress and top combo for sure btw. That's a great way to wear dresses year round, and so cool how you were able to dress down that Jeanswest dress:)
    Hope you have an awesome weekend!

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  5. I've been scoping out indoor playgrounds for Eleanor's birthday next year - I definitely find hosting at home and doing all the clean up to be really draining. I hope the party went well!

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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    1. it went so well! It's a great idea when the kdis are a little older!

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  6. Such a great idea to make a dress more casual, Mica!! I always love how you make items so versatile!!
    XOOX
    Jodie

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  7. This is such a great idea, Mica! It's a great way to be able to wear dresses year round and change the look of the outfit. I really like the first one with the snake print dress looking like a skirt! I love your jacket too! It is a fabulous piece! Hope you have a wonderful weekend, Mica! XXX

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  8. That is actually my outfit today!! A tee over a maxi dress!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  9. I love both of those jackets! And yes, layers really are the best when it comes to getting Winter wear out of summer dresses! Sadly all mine are too short and don't look good with tights so I can't do the summer dresses in winter thing, hah!
    https://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  10. Happy Birthday to your son! And how clever of you to layer a t-shirt over a dress! I never think to layer my dresses like that, but maybe it's because I don't wear them that much to begin with! LOL!

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  11. Happy belated birthday to your son! I hope he enjoyed it! Love how styled your maxi dresses!

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  12. I just love the edge of the first outfit, especially with the combination of leather and snakeskin! The jacket adds a nice edgy vibe to your floral skirt in the second outfit too. I'd never know they were both dresses! Nice way to switch up your closet! Hope you have a great weekend!

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  13. Hi Mica
    My favorite first look!! But second one is more colorful!! First is mor cool!! Birthday party and nothing to do Mica Lucky you!!
    xoox

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  14. A maxi and a leather jacket is such a great fall + winter outfit!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  15. What a great idea to layer them for fall/winter, Mica! You rock a leather jacket like nobody's business - so badass! I love the snakeskin print one the best - it's such a good neutral print.

    Happy weekend, my dear!

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  16. Wow that is a great idea to layer a top over a maxi dress. Of course your styling is impeccable and whoah five! Good lord he will be heading off to high school soon lol.

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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  17. Happy birthday to your boy! Hope you had a fun celebration!
    I love your snake print skirt and the way you styled it with this cool leather jacket.

    www.fashionradi.com

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  18. Happy birthday to your boy! I also love to wear maxi dresses for winter, but for some reason I haven't been doing that much. You've inspired me to try again when the winter season comes around.

    I hope you have a great weekend.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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  19. You look great with the nice leather jacket.

    Belated happy birthday to the boy :)

    Happy weekend!

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  20. I love how you've paired the first dress! The colours go so well.

    Happy birthday to your son. Hope he had a lovely day! :)

    http://lifewithmins.blogspot.com

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  21. You always have the cleverest ideas, Mica. I'd never have thought of layering a tee over a maxi dress. That second one is my favourite, by the way. Such a cheerful colour and print! Have a great weekend! xxx

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  22. Adding a tee over a dress is a great way to mix it up and get more mileage out of your wardrobe. I love the snake print dress & the leather jacket is beautiful!
    Debbie
    www.fashionfairydust.com

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  23. You alwyas do a great job at layering and piecing your outfits together. Happy belated birthday to your son! They grow up fast, don't they?! I am in love with the second outfit. The dress definitely scream summer vibes. Thanks for sharing! I need to go buy some summer dresses, hehe.

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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  24. OMG I loveeeeed Rebecca Minkoff bags back in the day. The quality of the bags are always so good and sturdy. In fact, the purple bag you have, I have one in white. I love the way you styled it.

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    1. It's a great bag in any colour I think!

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  25. I do agree. Adding a tee on top is a great way to layer a maxi dress for winter. I love how you layered both of these maxi dresses. The fringed necklace you wore in your first outfit is so cute! Great outfits both of them. You look lovely!!!!!!!!!

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  26. Mica, I love the look, would have never thought there was a dress underneath! Thanks for joining the LINKUP. I e been trying to rejoin yours but it's not accepting my info, can you tell me what I'm possibly doing wrong? Thanks again...

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    1. I'm so sorry you can't join up! You just need your link and an email address - what problems are you having?

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  27. Wearing a tee over a maxi dress in winter is such a smart idea! Both outfits look beautiful and I really love both of the prints. And happy birthday to your son!

    x Kara | http://karascloset.net

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  28. Maxi dresses are perfect for colder months so you are able to wear boots and leggings underneath! I love how you layered it!

    http://www.ruthyannie.com

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  29. The second dress is so beautiful. I love the color x

    Laura
    https://pinkfrenzymissl.blogspot.com/

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  30. I wear my dresses all year around and I love to style them in a different way!!!! Love the first look so much, definitely something I would wear too!!!

    Yiota
    pinkdaisyloves.blogspot.com

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  31. You always find the best accessories to add to your outfits <3 <3

    LackaDaisy

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  32. Love this styling tip! I adore the snakeskin dress. I adore both looks!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  33. That red dress is beautiful! How nice to find a different way to wear it so you can use it for more casual occasions. x

    Kate Louise Blogs

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  34. Both of these outfits are fab Mica! Adding a tee is such a great way to freshen up a dress and give it a new look. I also enjoy enjoy wearing my dresses all year round not to mention it's fun to find new ways of styling them with creative layering.

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  35. I never would have thought these were maxi dresses, especially the first one! I can't believe your older son is 5 already, WOW!

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  36. Love the bags! That orange one has mu name all over it :) I love it for all seasons!

    Shauna

    www.lipglossandlace.net

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  37. I love the way you styles this look, your skirt and bag are so cute.
    http://www.thestylegalaxy.com

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  38. I love this idea, Mica! This is a great way to maximise your wardobe as these dresses look like maxi skirts. A leather jacket is the perfect addition for an edgier vibe. Love these two outfits!
    Have a wonderful week, beautiful!
    xx

    www.stylebydeb.com

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  39. Wearing the dress as a skirt is a great idea! I love both outfits, a leather jacket and maxi dress/skirt is a fab combination. Happy birthday to your son! Thanks for linking up!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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  40. Love ur outfit, the leather jacket perfect to match with anything 💕

    www.torichux3.com

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  41. These outfits are just so chic! And the dresses are perfect for winter or spring!

    Tracy
    https://www.findyourdazzle.com

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  42. First off, Happy Birthday to your little man!!!! This is brilliant layering. I love this idea so much. I've been hunting for a maxi dress but I can't find anything that isn't too long for my short self.

    bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

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  43. I am going to do this more often especially with my sleeveless maxis!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  44. You look beautiful in both looks, Mica! Sounds like the birthday party was a lot of fun. Happy Birthday to your son! :)

    http://lizzyslatest.com/

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  45. Cute looks dear, especially the second outfit. Love the summer colors from the skirt, great contrast with the jacket.

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

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  46. Happy Belated birthday to your son.

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home

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  47. I so love the colour of this last Rebecca Minkoff bag, it's like coral or peach. It's nice to see how maxi dresses can be of use during winter, it's really cute to be worn with leather jacket.

    www.busyandfab.com

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  48. I must say I adore the edgy vibe of your son's birthday party outfit. I love how you layered it up with the tee and leather jacket. Those ankle boots are perfect! The second maxi is super summery in vibe and I love that too for a day when you feel like wearing pops of color. You look vibrant in both, Mica. Hope you and your family are having a great week there. :)

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  49. You look amazing, Mica! Absolutely love these stylings! And the red/orange RM bag is just so pretty!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  50. The snake print maxi is such a great item, it reminds me of a very similar skirt I own but in a shorter version.

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  51. Thanks so much for your lovely comments and birthday wishes - my son had a great birthday party! :)

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