2 Sporty-Cool Ways to Wear a Dress for Spring and Summer

+ black sunglasses | striped maxi dress | loop handle bucket bag | furry pool slides




+ black sunglasses | floral print maxi dress | ring handle bag | white sneakers


There’s no denying that once the weather starts to warm up, we can’t wait to throw on a dress. This spring and summer it’s all about styling the piece, as feminine as it may be, with sporty pieces like sneakers and furry pool slides. Two of our favorite dresses of the moment for pulling off the trend are this striped knit maxi dress and this floral print maxi dress from the K/Lab collection at Kohl’s. Shop these pieces, plus more of our top picks from the collection below—Get 15% off with code TAKE15OFF (4/20-4/24)!

Creative Direction/Styling/Photography by: Jenn Camp | Model: Kaylee Camp

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This was sponsored by Kohl’s and Shopstyle. The opinions, as always, are my own.

A Minimalists Dream Spring Outfit

Photo via: Need Supply

This outfit is a foolproof way to get maximum wear out of a minimalistic approach. Pair an oversized, boxy top with a cool pair of wide-leg leg trousers for that effortless I-just-look-cool look. Add in some simple heeled mules and this ensemble is done and perfected. Easy.

Get the look:
+ Need Supply Tie Top in Black
+ Need Supply Wide Leg Trouser
+ Loeffler Randall Ava Mule

How to Rock Velvet Like A Fashion Blogger

Photos via: Harper and Harley

When we first heard velvet was coming back, we thought it wouldn't stick around. It would just be a trend that passes quickly and isn't seen for years later, but we were wrong. Velvet became a mainstay in everyone fashion forward girl and guys wardrobes. This fashion blogger rocks it perfectly in a black velvet blazer and matching trousers. She opted for minimal footwear with black slides. Love.

Get the look:
+ Joan Vass Velvet Button Up Blazer
+ Topshop Pleat Velvet Blazer
+ Vince Wide Leg Velvet Trousers
+ Frame Velvet Cropped Pants
+ Robert Clergerie Leather Slides

The LA-Girl Way To Wear A Slip Dress

Photos via: Erin Pederson for Last Daze

This crazy cool editorial by Erin Pederson shows us how to master the slip dress like an LA girl. All you need is a black tie-front choker, an oversized denim jacket, and a pair of cool slide sandals. For the sandals, you can either go super casual with Adidas slides or more elevated with a pair of suede slides. For those of you without LA weather, just add a warm scarf and ankle boots instead.

Get the look:
+ Jules Smith Wrap Choker Necklace
+ Levi's Boyfriend Trucker Jacket
+ River Island Gold Foil Slip Dress
+ Missguided Satin Cami Dress
+ Adidas Adissage Athletic Sandal

An Effortlessly Chic Look to Covet Now

Photo via: @songofstyle

Fashion bloggers have always provided us with unfiltered, endless images of inspiration and personal style. Instagram is such a great place to find outfits not posted on the web, but floating through social media. Aimee Song provided an idea for the weekend: a cap, black blazer, black tee, boyfriend jeans, and a pair of embossed slip-on shoes. We're feeling it!

Get the look:
+ Asos Baseball Cap in Black
+ Asos Slim Tailored Jacket
+ New Look Tailored Blazer
+ R13 Catherine Mid-Rise Boyfriend Jeans
+ Michael Michael Kors Natasha Mules

Fashion Week Style: Black Flounce Dress

Photo via: The Cut

It's only one week into fashion month and we're already planning our outfits around the incredible street style circuit that is New York Fashion Week. From layering ideas to pattern play, we can't get enough. We're obsessed with the way this street style babe wore her flouncy black dress. Instead of heels, she opted for a pair of maroon colored slides and fishnet socks. Perfection.

Get the look:
+ Miu Miu Croc Rim Sunglasses
+ Cecile Copenhagen Jacquard Dress
+ Saint Laurent College Quilted Leather Bag
+ Asos Fishnet Socks
+ Givenchy Logo Rubber Slides

A Refreshingly Cool Pairing To Try Now

Photos via: The Fashion Cuisine

This fashion blogger brilliantly paired our favorite it dress of the season, with a baby blue tee and black slides, creating a look glamourous enough to turn heads but laid-back enough to lounge about it. This outfit combination is one that we all wish we would have thought of first.

Get the look:
+ Michelle Mason Cross Back Slip Dress
+ 4SI3NNA T-Back Maxi Slip Dress
+ Splendid Stretch Jersey T-Shirt
+ Seychelles Interstate Flat Slide Sandal
+ Saint Laurent Croc Effect Leather Slides

An Outfit That Will Make You Instantly Cool

Photos via: Always Judging

2016 has transformed the slip dress into much more than a slip dress. Now, its a must-have staple existing in all our wardrobes. Layering with this piece is easy; for the transition into fall, slide a mock neck long sleeved shirt underneath, add some unique slides and you're totally set.

Get the look:
+ Gorjana G Ring Hoop Earring
+ American Apparel Brushed Jersey Turtleneck
+ Vince Bias Cut Satin Slip Dress
+ Asos Midi Slip Dress
+ Brothers Vellies Granny Lamu Slide