Style Inspiration for the Gray Lounge Dress

 

I love this example of a gray dress because it can easily be worn in the summer time too! I think too often we think of gray as a winter color but it looks so chic when paired with strappy sandals, a clutch and some sunglasses. I think it's the simplicity that draws me in but I can easily see this look being achieved with a larger handbag... because my purse is almost a suitcase! 

 

These two looks are more fall inspired which as you know is my favorite season for dressing. The blanket scarf and tall boots make it feel casual and put together. I think the cognac boots add a richness to the outfit which makes your look read as more expensive... even though we know every girl loves a bargain! We can also see that adding a vest to the dress just adds another dimension to the outfit which makes it read as more cohesive!

What I love about this look is that a casual dress is paired with white sneakers. Now I havent worn white sneakers since the 8th grade when they were mandatory to be on the cheerleading squad, but I have to say that they are growing on me! It feels like a grown up version of sporty spice. The dress makes it look intentional, the sneakers say "i ain't trying that hard".

This is a great photo because it shows you how you can wear an outfit of the same tone and it still reads classic not boring. You wouldn't think that a gray coat over a gray dress would work but the black booties and back grounds the outfit and makes it looks polished and fierce!

I hope these ideas were helpful in the styling of your gray lounge dress to see its true potential in your closet beyond the days of #quaratineandchill!