The Little White Dress

If you're tired of your Little Black Dress and want something with a twist, try the Little White Dress.  Add a contrasting belt in black or red for a pop!

Here are a few affordable options:

Sweetheart Rosette Dress, Forever 21, $24.80

One Shoulder Smocked Dress, Arden B, $69

Get the Valentino Look with a Ruffle Coat

Valentino, Fall 2010 Fashion Week

Anthropologie Pizzoccheri Jacket $88

 

The Valentino style is famous for its elegant lines and use of ruffles.  Capture the Fall 2010 Valentino look with a ruffle front jacket from Anthropologie.  Pair it with your white silk dress for an early fall look, then match it with your dark denim jeans when the temperature drops.  Always accessorize it with your rugged leather satchel or purse!

Get Blake's Look with Horizontal Stripes

Blake Lively wearing Chanel

Ralph Lauren Waffle Stripe Tunic $199

Get Blake Lively's sharp Chanel look with Ralph Lauren's Waffle Stripe Tunic (on sale for $199).  Bring in some color with a red belt and matching clutch.  This look will take you from summer right into fall!

How to Get the Gucci Look... On a Budget

Gucci

This fall, Gucci has a fabulous asymmetrical merino wool jacket available for $2395.  Chances are that's not in your budget!  Luckily, Laundry by Shelli Segal designed a spectacular asymmetrical jacket with exposed zipper detail, available at Nordstrom for $178.  Pair it with your straight leg jeans or dark denim leggings with a sleek black turtleneck to capture the whole look.  Your favorite chunky bracelet and oversized shoulder bag will add the sparkle on top!

Laundry by Shelli Segal, Nordstrom, $178

Gucci, Merino Wool Jacket, $2395

How to Wear... A Black Shirt Dress

Pair your classic black shirt dress with a skinny black belt, silver flats and a silver bag. The silver accessories will make the black shirt dress appropriate for the sweltering summer weather! Wear your dangling black or silver earrings with your hair pulled up high for an elegant look for the office or a night out.

Ann Taylor Stretch Cotton Shirred Shirtdress $148 + 30% off

Ann Taylor Perfect Skinny Belt $30

Bandolino Woodson Silver Flats $44.06

Aldo Minckler Silver Bag $29.98