Here's an Effortless Way to Wear a Cutout Dress for Summer

Photo via: Jennifer Camp Forbes

Two babies later and I’m still working up the nerve to try a cutout dress (and to show myself online). This black LNA dress might be the one to make it happen. I paired it with a Cesta bag, and black suede Birkenstock Arizona Soft Sandals. My phone case is from DesignLoveFest's curated collection on Casetify.

How to Transition a Cool Sweater From Summer to Fall

A cool sweater is a great way to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall. Best part is, this statement sweater is under $100 and also comes in black. I'd wear the cutout sweater with black oval sunglasses, chunky hoop earrings, a sleek mini bag, '90s-inspired jeans, and black strappy sandals. Finish off the look with your favorite fragrance to set the mood.

1. WAYF Clifton Cutout Rib Sweater
2. Celine Eyewear Oval Acetate Sunglasses
3. AGMES Small Dahlia Hoops
4. Mansur Gavriel Pencil Bag
5. Boy Smells Marble Fruit Cologne de Parfum
6. AGOLDE '90s Crop Loose Fit Organic Cotton Jeans (also here)
7. Mansur Gavriel Maya Ruched Slide Sandal (also here)

3 WAYS TO WEAR A STRIPED TANK TOP | KERI RUSSELL

Photos via: Zimbio | Daily Mail UK | Harper's Bazaar Australia


Keri Russell shows us three great ways to wear a striped muscle-style tank top.


Get the look:

1. NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Schiap | Saks Fifth Avenue RED Striped Cutout-Back Tank | Ash Bo Cross Body Bag | BB Dakota Eloy Leather Miniskirt | Manolo Blahnik BB Suede Pump

2. Saks Fifth Avenue RED Striped Cutout-Back Tank | Citizens of Humanity Avedon Ankle Skinny Jeans | Gianvito Rossi Snakeskin Pointed Toe Pumps

3. UNIF Slacker Moto Jacket | Saks Fifth Avenue RED Striped Cutout-Back Tank | Blank Denim Skinny Jean | Isabel Marant Crisi Leather Concealed Wedge Biker Boots

25 of the Coolest Cutout Dresses for Summer

Photo via: Søren Jepsen for Vogue Australia

One of my favorite dress styles for summer 2022 is the cutout dress. The one-and-done piece makes for easy dressing, plus it can be dressed up or down making it suitable for just about any occasion. Shop 25 of my top picks from the dress trend below.

25 of the Coolest Cutout Dresses for Spring and Summer

Photo via: Søren Jepsen for Vogue Australia

One of my favorite dress styles for spring and summer 2021 is the cutout dress. The one-and-done piece makes for easy dressing, plus it can be dressed up or down making it suitable for just about any occasion. Shop 25 of my top picks from the dress trend below.

MIRANDA KERR | DAISY DRESS

ph: Daily Mail UK

Miranda Kerr looking cute, as always, in cat-eye sunglasses, a cut-out daisy print dress and studded boots. I would have never paid attention to this daisy dress on the rack, but the way she styled it caught my attention. Then again, Miranda makes everything look good, haha!

Get the look...
+ Prada Cat's Eye Sunglasses
+ Topshop Daisy Print Cutout Dress
+ Motel Penny Smock Daisy Print Dress
+ Givenchy Medium Antigona Bag
+ New Look Wendy Wing Bag
+ Isabel Marant Studded Caleen Boots
+ Replay Stud Ankle Boots

Check out more of my favorite looks from Miranda, here.

Street Style: Tap Into The Tassel Trend

Photo via: Popsugar

This season, it's all about tassels! This little trend is making big waves and showing up on bags, shoes, and even jewelry. This street style star opts for fringed tassels on her footwear to make for some serious statement sandals. We are also major fans of how she styles them with a simple white tee, a yellow mini bag and cut-out Alexander Wang jeans.

Get the look:
+ Feel The Piece Crew Neck Tee
+ Cambridge Satchel Push Lock Bag
+ Sea Floral Lace Cutout Pants
+ Sea Embroidered Cutout Wide Leg Jeans
+ Sam Edelman Tassel Lace-Up Sandal

Under $100: Cutout Gingham Tee

Photo via: ASOS

This gingham top is unique, spring appropriate, and a total steal for only $25! Pair it with high-waisted denim, a denim skirt or a cool pair of wide leg trousers and let the shirt do the rest of the talking.

Get the look:
+ ASOS Cropped Gingham Tie Back Top
+ ASOS Kimmi Shrunken Boyfriend Jeans

FANCY CAT

Came up with two looks, but couldn't decide which to post... Which is your favorite?

Look 1:
1. Yves Saint Laurent Oversized Square Sunglasses
2. T by Alexander Wang Pleated Neoprene Dress
3. Etro Gold-Plated Acetate and Resin Necklace
4. ANNDRA NEEN Seaweed Cross Clutch
5. Illamasqua Nail Varnish in 'Purity'
6. Aquazzura Very Sexy Cutout Pumps

Look 2:
1. Elizabeth and James Lafayette Cat Eye Sunglasses
2. T by Alexander Wang Pleated Neoprene Dress
3. Fallon Jewelry Triple Winged Necklace
4. ANNDRA NEEN Seaweed Cross Clutch
5. Illamasqua Nail Varnish in 'DWS'
6. Aquazzura Very Sexy Cutout Pumps

Awaiting Spring

1. Karen Walker Deep Freeze Sunglasses
2. Thread Social Raglan Sleeve Dress with Cutout Back
3. Eugenia Kim Chiara Turban Headband
4. House of Harlow 1960 Sunburst Cocktail Ring
5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Bianca Jane On A Chain Messenger Clutch
6. Dolce Vita Talia Fisherman Sandals

Under $500: Cotton Maxi Dress

Photo via: Net-A-Porter

What better for the sweltering summer than a loose, flowing maxi dress? This gorgeous (and easy) piece can be dressed up and dressed down with either flat sandals or heeled mules. The options are endless and so is its wearability.

Get the look:
+ APIECE APART Bow Embellished Cotton Dress
+ ATP Atelier Rosa Cutout Slides

Street Style: See How Ada Kokosar Styles A Cut-Out Dress

Photo via: Harper's Bazaar

We have yet to find a black dress with cut-outs that we aren't obsessed with and stylist Ada Kokosar's rendition with pockets is certainly no exception. We are major fans of how she simply styles it with a light wash denim jacket and pretty pastel blue bag.

Get the look:
+ Cheap Monday Vital Denim Jacket
+ New Look Denim Jacket
+ Ted Baker Lyxa Cut-Out Midi Dress
+ Alice + Olivia Twist Front Midi Dress
+ TBags LA Sleeveless Cutout Dress

KATE MOSS | STELLA MCCARTNEY ILLUSION DRESS

ph: Celebutopia

Major crush on Kate Moss' look at the Stella McCartney presentation in London.
Check out her Stella McCartney Illusion dress, or for something similar, try one of these...

+ NastyGal Crawford Dress
+ Asos Mini Dress with Diamond Back
+ Blue Life Cutout Mini Dress
+ Carven Milano Stretch Cut-Out Dress

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Fashion Girls Love Sweaters Like This

Photo via: @double3xposure

I keep noticing a trend circulating via social media and no, it's not those twisted pastel candles everyone is decorating with (although, we love those too). Fashion girls are now obsessing over unique sweaters. You know the ones — The standout knitwear has asymmetric hemlines, cutout details, and oversized sleeves. We wanted to get in on the fun too, so we scoured the internet for the coolest sweaters the sartorial set is always sporting. Unique pieces, right this way.

Jane Aldridge Schools Us in Summer Styling

Photo via: Sea of Shoes

When it becomes almost too hot to think, it's hard to imagine putting on anything other than your shortest shorts and loosest blouse. Fashion blogger Jane Aldridge created an outfit that is not only cool but cool on you, too. She wore a fun, crochet crop top, vintage jeans and a perfect pair of red flats. To top off the look, she added in an oversized straw tote bag.

Get the look:
+ Cutout-Crochet Cropped Cami
+ Love Sam Flower Crochet Tank
+ Eliza Gran Topanga Tote
+ Levi's 501 Laurel Haze Jean
+ Taryn Rose Bela Stretch Mary Jane Flat

MODEL CRUSH: BROOKE PERRY

ph: Anthony Arquier / Bellazon

Brooke Perry. Gorgeous. Enough said. Click below to see her in a range of great pieces, including a swoon-worthy pair of burgundy leather pants! Plus, find out to how to get each look...

Blogger Style: Borrowing From The Boys

Photos via: Happily Grey

We're obsessed with this cool meets sophisticated look we found on Mary's blog. She borrowed a look from the boys with a slouchy grey beanie, grey turtleneck sweater, houndstooth double-breasted mens coat, distressed jeans and nude booties. The trick to wearing men's outerwear? Well, she made sure the coat was a slim fit so that she wouldn't appear boxy and oversized. Genius.

Get the look:
+ H&M Knit Hat
+ Topshop Heritage Check Coat
+ Topshop Oversized Turtleneck Sweater
+ Maison Margiela Cutout Heel Boots

Olivia Palermo Steps Out In An Incredibly Chic Blue Shirtdress

Photos via: OP Lookbook

Olivia Palermo was spotted in NYC wearing an incredibly chic blue shirtdress. Her mirrored sunglasses, gingham shirt and nude suede sandals give the look an effortless edge.

Get the look:
+ Westward Leaning Voyager 9 Sunglasses
+ Sam Edelman Drop Waist Shirtdress
+ J.Crew Boy Shirt in Crinkle Gingham
+ Nine West Gallison Suede Sandal
+ Aquazzura Sexy Thing Suede Cutout Sandal (also here)

DIY Idea: The Cut-Out Turtleneck

Photo via: Collage Vintage

This street style shot recently caught our eye with its unique circle cut-out turtleneck top and it got us thinking that we just might be able to make one of our own. A tighter style top would be best in a fabric that holds its shape a bit more such as a jersey or stretchier fabric. First, find the spot where you'd like the cut-out to be, outline the shape on the inside of the top with a pencil or other utensil depending on the fabric color and then carefully cut out the piece. Note: we strongly recommend testing this out on an old tee a few times before in order to make sure you get the process right. Lastly, complete the look with a faux fur coat and jeans for a great fall or winter look.

Get the look:
+ ASOS Vintage Faux Fur Jacket
+ DVF Gracey Cutout Turtleneck Sweater
+ Express Ribbed Cut Out Choker Sweater
+ Zimmermann Arcadia Fluffy Sweater
+ A Gold E High Rise Skinny Jeans

Adding Color to A Minimal Wardrobe

Photos via: Beige Renegade

The minimalist's wardrobe is usually built upon neutrals; black, grey, white, creams and the occasional navy blue. After fashion month, a new shade pushed its way into the normcore palette. Blushes and pinks are now considered a neutral in itself. If incorporating a blush tone into your minimal outfit, opt for the lightest shade of pink or a ruddier one. Fashion blogger Jiawa Liu does this perfectly in her blush blazer, denim shorts and statement sandals.

Get the look: 
+ Joseph Roman Stretch-Crepe Blazer
+ Oasis Pink Button Front Blazer
+ One Teaspoon Beauty Bandit Shorts
+ Proenza Schouler PS11 Classic Shoulder Bag
+ Jimmy Choo Hime Cutout Sandal