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How to Wear a Dress Over a T-Shirt 2019

The Layering Trend I Am Loving Right Now

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I love the fashion of the '90s. That casual grunge that was equal parts easy-going and fun-loving was, whether you follow the retro trends to a T or take a few updating liberties, a simple example of camp brought to the streets. Sure, it wasn't a dress made of meat or a tulle confection that made it hard to sit down without taking up three seats, but the kind of fashion that came with the '90s reminded us all that style is really about how you mix and match a look to make it uniquely yours, not about buying something stuffy right off the rack.

One of the best go-to looks to come out of the decade was the t-shirt and sleeveless dress combo. Not only does it have very deep roots in my heart (it was certainly part of my daily uniform for more years than I care to admit), but it's coming back with a vengeance, and I have already completely reverted back to my old layering ways. There is something for everyone in this high-low look, as you can go from a vintage rocker tee and slip dress to a more fitted and clean white t-shirt and printed silk dress for a slightly more elevated take on the theme.

For all that and more, shop my favourite combinations of the moment right here.

For the most classic of T-shirt and dress looks, throw a black silk slip dress over a vintage printed tee.

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Dress down your most fancy of looks by slipping a classic white tee underneath a printed or layered maxi dress.

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Keep it classic and easy with a white tee and navy mid-length dress on top.

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For that asymmetrical structured mini, make it a little more daytime appropriate by throwing it on over your favourite cotton tee, no matter the colour or style.

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Turn super low necklines a little more conservative in depth with a layered white tee underneath that boudoir-inspired dress.

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Go for a denim dress instead of jeans this season, by way of a button-front style layered on top of a cotton T-shirt.

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Re/Done + Raey

Re/Done Classic Tie-Dyed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt ($140).

Raey Fitted Deep V-Neck Silk Slip Dress ($163).

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Re/Done Classic Tie-Dyed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
$140
from net-a-porter.com
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Raey Fitted Deep V-Neck Silk Slip Dress
$163
from matchesfashion.com
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Vince + Dannijo

Vince Cotton T-Shirt ($77).

Dannijo Neon Swirl Tie Dye Mini Slip Dress ($350).

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Vince Cotton T-Shirt
$77
from mytheresa.com
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Dannijo Neon Swirl Tie Dye Mini Slip Dress
$350
from dannijo.com
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Miu Miu + Topshop

Miu Miu Appliquéd Striped Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt ($595).

Topshop Yellow Broderie Mini Dress ($85).

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Miu Miu Appliquéd Striped Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt
$595
from net-a-porter.com
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Topshop Yellow Broderie Mini Dress
$85
from us.topshop.com
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Everlane + Zimmermann

Everlane The Cotton Crew ($18).

Zimmermann Striped Tiered Maxi Dress ($640).

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Everlane The Cotton Crew
$18
from everlane.com
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Zimmermann Striped Tiered Maxi Dress
$640
from farfetch.com
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La Ligne + Réalisation Par

La Ligne Ringer Tee ($95).

Réalisation Par The Isabelli ($180).

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La Ligne Ringer Tee
$95
from lalignenyc.com
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Réalisation Par The Isabelli
$180
from realisationpar.com
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Ninety Percent + Brock Collection

Ninety Percent Linen-Jersey T-Shirt ($55).

Brock Collection Patti Gingham Wool-Blend Dress ($1690).

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Brock Collection Patti Gingham Wool-Blend Dress
$1690
from mytheresa.com
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J.Crew + Alexander Wang

J.Crew Essential T-Shirt ($15).

Alexander Wang Houndstooth Tweed Mini Dress ($318).

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J.Crew Essential T-Shirt
$15
from jcrew.com
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Alexander Wang Houndstooth Tweed Mini Dress
$318
from net-a-porter.com
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Theory + Loveshackfancy

Theory Tiny Tee ($75).

Loveshackfancy Belle Smocked Cotton Mini Dress ($395).

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Theory Tiny Tee
$75
from theory.com
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Loveshackfancy Belle Smocked Cotton Mini Dress
$395
from saksfifthavenue.com
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