Style 101: Day to Night Dresses

With the heat cooling down a bit and the -ber months just a few weeks away, it is important to invest in transitional pieces that you can wear from day to night. I am normally drawn to sundresses but I have to consider the fact that the temperature might start to cool down a bit; hence, dresses I pick should be easy to transition or layer when the temperature continues to drop. I was browsing Shopbop's website the other day and a few pieces off of their dresses selection. Below are some of the dresses that will be easy to transition from day to night:

This gingham dress from Caroline Constas is a classic. I've wanted a shirtdress for a long time but a gingham pattern would make an even better choice. It offers an effortlessly chic and fresh look for day time, but can be easily layered with a light coat or blazer and then paired with heels for night time wear. 

Shift dresses are excellent for staying fresh during the day. However, you can work them into your night time outfit by switching your flats with an ankle bootie or thin strap heels for that casual sophistication into your look! The dress is from d.Ra collection. 

A floral print dress, like this one from re:named, is another classic! Therefore, it easily fits the bill of a transitional outfit piece! You can wear it with strappy sandals for day or pumps and stiletto heels for a dinner date!

This easy but sophisticated Elizabeth and James dress is the perfect piece to transition from day to night. The upper half is made with a smooth bodice while the bottom half features accordion pleats. Therefore, it is both playful and sophisticated - both are qualities of a great day to night dress!

Coral is excellent for adding a bright pop of color to your day time outfit. But the tailored bodice and the flounced skirt makes this dress from WAYF super versatile. 

How do you transition a dress from day to night?