Finally I thought of wearing a sweater over a dress. I have seen it so many times on other bloggers, I am always late to the party, and always forgot to wear it that way. The day I wore this outfit I was so totally uninspired. My sister and brother-in-law would come over for coffee in the morning, so I didn’t have half the day to think about an outfit. Not that I normally do that. Anyway, then you stand in front of your wardrobe(s) and you just don’t know what to wear. Everything looks boring, I could not see what worked together etc.
When you want to wear a sweater over a dress but have no inspiration…..at all
I actually wanted to wear a dress with a sweater over it, but I didn’t know which dress, which sweater, etc. etc. Then a skirt, no, I dtdn’t feel like wearing a skirt. Trousers? I had the only one I wanted to wear in mind for the next day. So leaves the sweater and dress. I’m actually not a fan of green and black together, reminds me too much of a Christmas tree…… But I had this on and then the doorbell rang. Shit, had to get the sneakers out of the closet, take a look in the mirror , I’m missing something…….necklace…..okay. Et voila!
When I looked back at the photos I thought: maybe a belt could have been used for a little more waist. I added one later but I found that too busy, I had belt it on the sweater. Later on I thought, I could have put the belt over the dress and tucked the sweater in a little bit. Why do I always have that afterwards!! So I did that afterwards and it really looked so much better. So I also took a quick mirror picture of it so you can see it. So imagine for a moment that all photos are with that belt please.
Wearing black and green and not looking like a Christmas tree
Well you might think, then just take new photos, but unfortunately I didn’t have the energy for that. Sometimes I feel like I’m always showing you outfits that I’m never 100% satisfied with. Or am I just never 100% satisfied at all……..sigh…..sometimes I get so tired of myself, lol, but always with a wink!
This outfit I really liked after I belted it the right way. The green and black didn’t bother me at all. Depends on the shade of green, this is not a Christmas shade of green. And the white stitching in the dress breaks up the colour areas in a somewhat playfull way, whitch matches also with the sneakers.
The dress is a summer dress but not that that thin. So perfect to wear now with a sweater. The necklace is pre loved. I don’t like pre loved accessories that much. Think it’s a bit dirty, do you know what I mean. I need to clean it several times and then still some hesitation and aversion crawls up my neck. I have to get over that. Do you like my sweater over dress look?
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Love the idea of wearing a sweater over a dress! This is so cute! Hope you have a wonderful Friday!
Katie
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Thank you Katie!
Haven’t tried a sweater over a dress, but I only have 2 dresses! This looks good Nancy
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Thank you very much Gail!
Love the outfit you created – it works well. Rather like Gail, I don’t wear dresses in the winter, it’s skirts every time and always with a sweater, especially now it ‘s so cold. It’s very brrrrr here at the moment!
Thanks so much for hosting and have a great weekend 🙂
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Yes it is here too! Very very cold and grey! Have a great weekend Penny!
Brilliantly done and you look beautiful!
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Thank you very much Andrea!
I love this green and black pairing Nancy! I adore this look and I need to try this sweater and dress combo sometime. Thanks for the link up!
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Thank you very much Kathrine!
This outfit turned out great! I love the colour and fit of the sweater. The ribbed waistband and cuffs give it a nice shape. Hope you have a good weekend!
Emma xxx
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Thanks Emma, I agree, I don’t like those super oversized sweaters you see everywhere now!
I really love this chic combo! It’s an easy way to get more wears out of your summer dresses. You look gorgeous!
Jill – Doused in Pink
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Thank you very much Jill. I was actually more happy withthis look then I would have thought!
I love the green and black together!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
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Thanks Jennifer!
I did giggle reading your post, Nancy! Feeling a little dirty wearing pre-loved jewellery!!! That’s so funny!!
As for the outfit, I love it! Even without the belt, I think it works really well. The colour of the sweater is beautiful (I adore green) and I wouldn’t think of Christmas unless it was green and red.
Have a fabulous weekend, my friend!
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Suzy xx
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Hha, yeah I am weird about that. Thank you very much Suzy!
I love this green jumper. It is so pretty and pairs perfectly with this fun skirt. It’s such a great look. I hope your having a lovely weekend.
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Thank you very much Heather!
Love your outfit, Nancy! The belt and the tuck give it a whole new look! I wear dresses quite a bit and layer a sweater, blouse or jacket over top is a great way to stretch your wardrobe! Thanks for sharing, and hope you enjoy your weekend!
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Thanks Di, I was very pleased with this combination and have worn it several times!
I really like enjoying sweaters over dresses! I don’t do it very often probably because I have so many clothes that I want to wear in my closet. In fact, I decided to wear dresses 7 days in a row because some of my dresses need to be worn!
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Haha, great idea! Because we tend to grab the same outfits when they work right? At least I do!
I think the sweater has enough of a waist it looks good even without a belt! I like the extra black accessory you added with your necklace. I hope you have a great weekend!
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Thank you very much Laura!
Glad I’m not the only one who posts photos of outfits I’m not fully satisfied with! I actually like the combination a lot both with and without the belt. I think the wide welt on the bottom of the sweater gives it enough shape, but the belt definitely looks great too.
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Oh yes, because that is real life isn’tb it, wearing a outfit that wasn’t quite it! I am not perfect, far from it. Thanks Sally!
I think it looks fab, both with and without the belt. That’s such a gorgeous shade of green, and I’m loving the shape of that jumper as well. I never thought to associate green and black with Christmas trees, though! xxx
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Haha, I always have, never liked red and green together either. Thanks Ann.
You did this with hardly any thought and it turned out amazing…both with and without the belt. You’re a natural Nancy,
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jodie
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I wish I was Jodie…..
I haven’t been able to do this much because it’s so hot here but I really like the idea! You wear it so well Nancy!
xo,
Kellyann
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Yeah make us jealouse with that warm wather Kellyann!LOl.
I like sweaters over dresses. It gives so much warmth and adds a cute skirt to your wardrobe. especially handy during cold trips for me. this is a fine style example here!
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THanks! I think I will wear it more often as I really like it!
I used to wear sweaters with dresses when I was in college but I don’t think I’ve really worn them again much since. You look fabulous!
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Thank you very much Joanne!
I like this outfit both belted and without! It’s a very pretty outfit with the tiered skirt and lovely shade of green in the sweater. I hear you on the energy issue.
Michelle
https://funkyfashionstyle.com
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Is it the time of the year Michelle? I think we just need some sunshine and warmth right!
Nancy I like this style with green and black. 😁
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Thanks Tina!
I love to wear a jumper over a dress, but don’t do it that often! Don’t know why, but I will address that. Love this whole combination Nancy, thanks for hosting the linkup. Jacqui x
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Thank you very much Jacqui!
I have never done this outside my own bedroom because I’m just not long enough for it! But, you look fabulous! I think the deep ribbing at the bottom of the sweater does a wonderful job of showing your slim waist. But, if you feel better with the belt, then you should wear the belt! Thanks so much for the link party, too!
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Thank you very much for your lovely comment Marsha!
Such a good idea, especially if you have bits of the dress showing. I love the belt with the sweater tucked into it.
Thanks for the link-party, Nancy!
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Thanks Sheila, I like that better too!
I’ve done the sweater over a dress in the past, but I need to remember to do it again! I think this is a great solution for some of those short sleeved spring and summer dresses to make them warmer for the winter. Love this combo!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
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Thank you very much Carrie!
This is a really cute outfit, Nancy! I love that shade of green. It is definitely not reminding me of a Christmas tree! I think i looks great without the belt, but I agree, the belt does give it a little better shape. That preloved necklace is really cool, too. I don’t get that grossed out by preloved jewelry, but you should see what I do to preloved shoes and handbags! They get sprayed with disinfectant and hung on my back fence for about a week before I wear them! Hahaha.
Shelbee
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Haha, I don’t even buy pre loved shoes. Could never wear them!