Two Ways: Orange Sheath Dress

Mar 12, 2013

Screen Shot 2013-03-11 at 11.34.00 PM

Dress: Crepe Seam Shift Dress ($92)

From Left, Sunglasses: Max Studio Sunglasses ($90) Bag: Zara Office City Bag ($90)Coat: Mango Trench Coat ($80) Earrings: Tom Binns Bolt Earrings ($88) Bracelet: Tortoise Link Bracelet ($68) Belt: Sofie D’Hoore Belt ($151) Shoes: Armani Cutout Slingbacks ($570)

From Right, Ring: Gorjana Teagan Ring ($80) Bag: Classic Q Crossbody ($368) Earrings: Alana Stud Earring ($95) Scarf: Franco Ferrari Scarf ($488) Shoes: Astoria Ballet Flat ($198)

For the Office.  While your first instinct might be to mix orange and black, but that can be a little harsh and Halloween-like  Instead, choose a softer neutral like tan, grey or navy.  It’s a more subtle look.

I paired this bright orange sheath with a pair of awesome navy slingbacks and a skinny brown belt (don’t want to hide that seam detail!).  Yes, these shoes are pricey, but I wanted a pair that would really stand out.  I also liked these ankle strap pumps, but if you want something simpler, try these $50 Jones New York pumps.

I chose a simple trench for this in-between weather we’re having.  This Mango trench is a good price, but if you have a bit more to spend, this Madewell trench has some stylish details and a great cut.

As for the accessories, I adore these Tom Binns hoops.  I also love this knotted pair from Giles & Brother.  The cuff is substantial enough to be worn alone but not overwhelming.  This solid tortoise cuff from Bauble Bar is also chic.  The sunglasses are an interesting shape for aviators.  I like the slightly more square frame, and you can’t beat the price.  And the bag, oh the bag, such a great office tote for under-$100.  It’s also 17″ long, so there’s a chance it could hold a laptop (and the working girls cheer!).

For the hair, I would wear it curly, pulled into a low ponytail with teasing at the crown and some texturizing spray.  For the makeup, I would choose a pale nail color, a taupe shadow, a plum blush and a nude lip with a hint of pink.

For Casual Monday.  Pulled together but relaxed was what I was going for with this look.  This is the primary reason I chose an open-toe flat in a tan shade and a small cross body bag.  (I also like these patent flats for under-$40.)

I wanted to pair this dress with a scarf.  I was searching for something with a hint of orange but not a lot of orange.  This scarf is crazy expensive, but I just fell in love with the blue color.  I also like this Bindya scarf and this Jonathan Adler scarf.  I added a pair of druzy earrings and a large simple ring.  I also like this chain link ring and this under-$5 gold square ring.

If you need advice on trying a scarf, there are a lot of great ideas on Pinterest.  This one is my favorite.

For the hair, I would pull it up in a low, messy bun.  Thank to Kate at the Small Things Blog for this tutorial.  For the makeup, a slightly winged charcoal liner and a lightly shaded lip stain should do the trick.

Three Ways

share this post

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

  1. Harper says:

    I have the Zara Office Bag in black and absolutely love it (and yes you can easily fit a laptop)!

  2. KR says:

    LOVE this orange dress. And I just tried Kate’s messy bun tutorial last week- it was perfect! Just the right mix of mess and style.

  3. Kim says:

    I love that trench! It looks like such a good basic. I wish there were a Mango store near me so I could buy it knowing I could return it without paying for shipping if the size didn’t work or something. Can anyone speak to the general quality of their items?

  4. GingerR says:

    I love blue and orange!

Join The List

Stay up to date on the latest from Capitol Hill Style!

sUBSCRIBE

Happy Hour, Posts, Style | 2023/08/18

Happy Hour: Atlantic Beach Pie

There are two kinds of people in this world: People who eat cake on their birthdays and people who don’t.  And some of the weirdos in the latter category (I said what I said) eat pie as an alternative.  So if you’re a “birthday pie” eater with a late summer celebration coming up, may I […]

4

READ MORE 

Recent Posts

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | 2023/08/18

The Find: The Only Wire-Free Bra That Didn’t Fail Me

After Sloane was born, I developed a seething hatred for underwire bras.  The trouble was that I had also developed a larger, slightly droopier bust.  It was a cruel irony.

12

READ MORE 

Posts, Style | 2023/08/16

The 2010s Trends I’m Loving and Leaving Behind

Our tween and teen nieces spent the first half of 2023 reviving our high school fashions.  From peasant tops to low rises, I felt like I was back bopping to N’SYNC in my mint-green sedan for a minute.  Now, our 20-something direct reports are bringing back the 2010s in a big way, and I am […]

10

READ MORE 

VIEW ALL POSTS

Happy Hour, Posts, Style | 2023/08/18

Happy Hour: Atlantic Beach Pie

There are two kinds of people in this world: People who eat cake on their birthdays and people who don’t.  And some of the weirdos in the latter category (I said what I said) eat pie as an alternative.  So if you’re a “birthday pie” eater with a late summer celebration coming up, may I […]

({comment_count})

READ MORE 

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | 2023/08/18

The Find: The Only Wire-Free Bra That Didn’t Fail Me

After Sloane was born, I developed a seething hatred for underwire bras.  The trouble was that I had also developed a larger, slightly droopier bust.  It was a cruel irony.

({comment_count})

READ MORE 

Posts, Style | 2023/08/16

The 2010s Trends I’m Loving and Leaving Behind

Our tween and teen nieces spent the first half of 2023 reviving our high school fashions.  From peasant tops to low rises, I felt like I was back bopping to N’SYNC in my mint-green sedan for a minute.  Now, our 20-something direct reports are bringing back the 2010s in a big way, and I am […]

({comment_count})

READ MORE 

Fantastic Finds, Posts, Style | 2023/08/16

The Find: Bright and Striped

For the past few years, the wardrobes of many influencers have tilted toward the beige and boring.  I’m all for a good basic, but staple pieces can only take you so far.  Sometimes, you need to wear something that has a little something extra, and this sale-priced tee certainly does.

({comment_count})

READ MORE 

RECENT POSTS

©2023 CAPITOL HILL STYLE | SITE BY LEIGH THE STUDIO