How to Transition Summer Dress Day to Night 2019
8 Easy Ways to Transition Your Summer Dress from Day to Night
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From June to September, we live basically in Summer dresses from white maxis to floral-print midis and silhouettes with ruffled sleeves. During the day, these seasonal silhouettes make for an effortless and breezy outfit with comfortable and practical accessories like flat sandals, roomy tote bags, sunglasses, and hats. Come night time, however, a Summer dress can feel a little casual with said accessories for drinks, dinner, or a party, which is why knowing how to transition a Summer dress from day to night is essential (and trust us, it's easier than you think).
From easy bag swaps to simple shoe changes and a mix of extras suited for the sun and after hours, ahead, we're breaking down 8 easy ways to transition a Summer dress from day to night. Plus, shop the edit of stylish and affordable dresses that are perfect in the heat, all from the POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's.
Day: A Woven Tote Bag
Woven totes bags — like this Lou andGrey Avarcas USA Manacor Market Bag ($40) — are quintessentially Summer and super useful during the day from holiday to weekend errands and picnics. For maximum versatility, go for a neutral colour with minimal embellishment.
Night: A Woven Mini Bag
While carry-all styles are better suited to daytime, you can maintain the summery feel of a woven bag at night by swapping for a smaller silhouette or mixed-material design like this Brother Vellies Nusa Bucket Bag ($465).
Night: Heeled Strappy Sandals
For a dressier look after hours, switch out your flat sandals for a pair of heeled strappy sandals — like this pair of LC Lauren Conrad Colada Strappy High Heeled Sandals ($40, originally $60) — with minis, midis, or maxis.
Day: A Sun Hat
Sun protection is key on hot days and a natural-coloured sunhat like this Bagtazo Bibi Garden Hat ($329) will go with every Summer dress in your wardrobe.
Night: Hair Accessories
At night, hats are like sunglasses . . . they don't make sense. Instead, a fun hair accessory like this Topshop Pack of 2 Cream Pearl Hair Slide Clips ($9) with make any Summer dress feel trendy and fresh.
Day: Sneakers
White sneakers — like this pair of Vans ComfyCush Authentic SF Sneakers ($75) — are a year-round staple and supercute with Summer dresses when you're touring a new city on holiday or strolling around for hours on the weekends.
Night: Embellished Flats
If you're not into heels, an embellished pair of flats like this pair of Mango Seashell Leather Sandals ($50, originally $60) will give any Summer dress a night-out feel in place of sneakers.
Day: Sunglasses
No Summer dress is complete without a cool pair of sunnies. For a sleek look, these Krewe Orleans 18K Titanium + Zulu Polarized Sunglasses ($335) are choice.
Night: Unique Earrings
After the sun sets, ditch your sunglasses and accent your Summer dress with a unique pair of earrings like these STVDIO Marguerite Gold-Tone Earrings ($138).
Day: A Structured Shoulder Bag
A structured bag is a polished way to accent a Summer dress for work, like this modern Yuzefi Doris Leather Shoulder Bag ($665).
Night: A Structured Mini
Maintain a sleek look at night by swapping out your bigger bag for a structured mini. We love this L'AFSHAR Ida Croc-Effect Leather Tote ($790) which can be carried by the top handle or tortoiseshell strap.
Day: Modern Pearl Jewellery
Natural-looking pearls — like this Timeless Pearly Pearl-Charm Gold-Vermeil Necklace ($190) — are a big trend this Summer and a fun way to dress up any Summer frock.
Night: Layered Jewels
At night, no need to swap out your pearls. Instead, keep piling them on to up the drama. This Donni Mixed Pearl Choker ($158) is an easy way to do so.
Day: Flip Flops
OK, so. Flip-flop are back and, in fact, they're chic. Case in point, this pair of Tibi Bryan Sandals ($78, originally $195). Try out the trend with your Summer dress during the day whether you're wearing a feminine white maxi, printed mini, or waist-cinching midi.
Night: Heeled Flip Flops
If you're into nostalgic trends, then you'll have no qualms about switching to a heeled flip flop — like these Simon Miller Beep Patent-Leather Sandals ($370) — at night.
