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1 Classic Dress, 4 Festive Spring Occasions

1 Classic Dress, 4 Festive Spring Occasions

By Ashley Riddle Williams

Photo: Robbie Caponetto, Prop Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

When spring and summer roll around, it seems like you've got a full schedule. Make deciding what to wear a little easier with one classic item that you can dress-up or down. This spring, we've picked a foolproof navy-and-white floral midi dress in effortless chiffon fabric that will last you all season long and take you into summer. With a little mixing and matching of shoes, jewelry, and a handbag, you can really reinvent the look. Whether going out for date night or attending an evening wedding, you'll be ready for every celebration. Take a look to see how we styled this classic number for every springtime occasion.

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Porch Party

Robbie Caponetto

When the weather gets warmer, but not too hot, you'll be spending a lot of time on the porch. When you're headed to the outdoor cocktail party, you'll want to be dressy, but comfortable. Start with this classic dress and just add accessories.

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Spring Shower

Photo: Robbie Caponetto, Prop Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Spring Shower

For a sophisticated look that's not
too buttoned-up for bridal teas and baby showers, pair with a chunky necklace, brown suede heels, and
a contrasting dual-tone handbag.

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The New Old Dress

When we asked top Southern designers to reinvent patterns from issues past, something beautiful happened.

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Date Night

Photo: Robbie Caponetto, Prop Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Paint the town as red as these pretty and price-conscious (under $30!) faux-suede shoes. Add a little more sass with colorful beaded statement earrings and a luxe navy bag.

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Evening Wedding

Photo: Robbie Caponetto, Prop Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham

Dress up for an upscale event after sundown with ultra-reflective silver ankle-strap sandals, agate earrings, and this designed-in-Savannah, metallic-and-calf hair clutch.

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