There’s something about wearing the color white. It gives off this elegant, pure, and peaceful aura. And when your white outfit is a little white dress, you can only imagine how stunning you’d look.
For one, white is a bright color. It keeps you cool in hot weather conditions by reflecting the sun’s energy. It’s also a good neutral color that contrasts well against other colors.
You can’t don a white dress without getting noticed. Once this resplendence fuses with the short hems of a little white dress, you’ll surely get some eyes dilating with admiration for your style.
Would you like to make this a reality? I suppose, yes. And if that’s the case, let’s dive in to see the best LWD outfit inspiration that’ll suit your style.
How to Wear a Little White Dress
As the name implies, an LWD is a short dress made with white fabric. This fabric could be anything ranging from chiffon to crepe, silk, satin, georgette, mesh, etc.
Just as white and black have always been complementary colors, the LWD is the sister to the little black dress. So, while an LBD gives you the provocative, posh look of black, a little white dress gives you the relaxed yet alluring look that comes with donning white.
From bodycon to mini dresses, shirt dresses, suit dresses, flared dresses, wrap dresses, etc., any type of dress can pass for a little white dress. What matters is that the dress has the defining short hems that make an LWD.
So, wear this type of dress to a date outing, night out, or any evening occasion using any of these tips:
1. Turn it into a Pinafore
You can use your sleeveless or short-sleeved white dress to layer your T-shirt or collared shirts. This option is great for creating a smart casual look.
2. Layer Your LWD
To create different looks from one dress, layer it with a leather jacket, jean jacket, blazer, cardigan, duster, kimono, sweater, or any outerwear you find appealing.
The importance of layering your outfits in fashion cannot be overemphasized. Don’t know how to do it? We have a style guide on how to layer your outfits. Read it to stay informed.
But if you’re saving it for later, let’s proceed.
3. Cinch Your Waist with a Contrasting Belt
A belt helps to define your waist while making your dress more fitted. But that’s not all.
If you wear a belt around your little white dress, it adds a pop of color to your look especially if the belt has a contrasting color.
4. Wear a Hat
A wide-brimmed hat or bucket hat always has its way of transforming your outfit into a statement piece. Whether it’s a fun time at the beach or a picnic with friends, hats are a nice combo for little white dresses.
Wear one to that occasion and become the cynosure of all eyes.
5. Create an All-white Ensemble
You can as well go for a monochromatic look by pairing your LWD with white shoes, white layers, and a white handbag. Then accessorize with gold or silver jewelry to add a little flash of glitter to the mix.
6. Make a Statement with Your Jewelry
If the occasion is a red carpet or a cocktail event, accessorize with statement jewelry. This complements your white dress and brings some attention to our neck, ears, and wrists.
7. Add More Colors with Your Accessories
Imagine pairing your little white dress with a green mini bag, pink shoes, and a little vintage scarf tied around your neck or a pair of sunglasses. Colorful, right?
Accessorizing is a great way to add more color to your outfit without touching your clothes. But if you don’t wanna wear colorful accessories, opt for a bold lipstick. It’ll still do the job.
8. Wear Leggings/Pantyhose Underneath
Add more deets to your LWD by wearing a pair of leggings or pantyhose underneath.
While it covers your thighs from the full glare of people, it also enhances your sex appeal.
9. Choose the Right Footwear
The type of shoes you pair with your little white dress all depends on your style intent. That is, the look you wanna achieve.
If you’re attending an evening occasion like a dinner or cocktail event, heels are your go-to. But if it’s a daytime casual event, slip on your knee-high boots, sneakers, ballerina flats, or sandals.
There you have it—the chic ways to style a little white dress. Now go pull any of your favorite looks up and bless the Internet with your pictures.
