Chunky Sweaters

Both of these sweaters can be belted or worn loose to achieve the Chunky Knit style that is so popular this Fall/Winter season.
Shown: Style & Co Cable Knit Sweater ($25.99), Kensie Cable Knit Kimono Sleeve Sweater ($54.60)

Trench Coats

Finding a quality trench coat that costs less than $100 is pretty difficult. Both of these meet the trend, are affordable and come in stylish colors.
Shown: Style & Co Short Trench Coat ($49.50), Nine West Belted Wool Coat ($96.80)

Sweater Dresses

Pair these sweater dresses with belts, tights and boots for a sophisticated, urban look.
Shown: Style & Co Cowl Neck Sweater Dress ($29.50), AGB Pointelle Sweater Dress ($47.60), Alfani Cowl Neck Cable Knit Dress ($53.40)

Party Dresses

It’s time to start thinking about what to wear to those holiday parties. These simple dresses are perfect for the cocktail party at your friend’s house as well as the dressy New Year’s party at a downtown club. Check out the Macy’s website for even more discounted dresses.
Shown: XOXO Sequined Shift Dress ($51.75), Jones New York One Shoulder Dress ($93.00), INC International Concepts Sleeveless Satin Sheath Dress ($62.24)

Jeans

Here are two great deals on jeans! The Lucky Jeans on the right are the perfect alternative to this season’s popular skinny jeans.
Shown: BCBGeneration Wide Leg Jeans ($82.60), Lucky Straight Leg Jeans ($72.00)

Pencil Skirts

Both of these skirts are the feminine pencil skirt style that’s so popular this season. I love the plaid Anne Klein skirt! What a great way to bring some plaid into your wardrobe!
Shown: Alfani Pencil Skirt ($29.00), Anne Klein Plaid Pencil Skirt ($81.75)

Bow Tops

The bow top is very trendy this season. Wear by itself or under a fitted blazer.
Shown: Sunny Leigh Tie-Neck Top ($35.40), BCBG One Shoulder Blouson Top ($110.60)

Peep-Toe Heels

Not only are both of these pairs of heels peep-toes, they’re also PURPLE!
Shown: INC International “Roda” Pumps ($53.00), Nine West “Health” Pumps ($53.00)

Riding Boots

All of these boots could also be considered slouch boots. I call them riding boots because they’re all flat like the riding boot style.
Shown: Steve Madden Riding Boot ($59.99), White Mountain Flair Boot ($39.99), Nine West “You’re So Cute” ($99.99)

Booties

Definitely the ‘IT’ shoe for the season, the bootie is a nice mix of the peep toe heel and the ankle boot.
Shown: Vince Camuto Oxford Booties ($62.50), Jessica Simpson “Rachella” Booties ($89.99), Nine West “Lahdidah” ($69.30)

Classic Heeled Boot

Everyone should have a pair of Classic Heeled Boots in their closets! These boots are versatile, sophisticated and timeless.
Shown: Bandolino Input Boots ($99.99), Nine West “Blondey” ($99.99)

Ankle Boots

Ankle boots have a whole new style this season. Read How to Wear Ankle Boots for tips and more shopping ideas.
Shown: Style&Co “Snappy” Ankle Boot ($59.50), Chinese Laundry “Cosmos” ($54.50)

Fringe Boots

Fringe boots are a super fun trend this season! Check out these discounted options.
Shown: Mia “Taboo” ($34.50), Steve Madden Arizona Fringe Boot ($109.00)

How to Wear a Sweater Dress

The sweater dress can be worn a variety of ways.


Tights: It looks great with tights, but can also be worn with bare legs. If the dress is a neutral color, you can opt for colorful tights to add some pizazz or wear the same color tights for a more sophisticated look.


Belts: If your dress is a bit chunky, add some definition to your look with a belt around your natural waist.


Under: Feel like the dress is clinging to curves you’d rather not show? Wear a slip and Spanx underneath.


Shoes: Wear heels for a sexier, more demure look. Peep-toes, stilettos, chunky heels with t-straps…pretty much anything is a go. For a fabulous look, match the dress, tights and heels.
Boots are also a good idea. For a more casual look, wear a pair of flat riding boots. Or, you can spice things up with tall heeled boots.
A sweater dress is the perfect outfit to pair with ankle boots. Remember the leg advice: if you have short legs, choose a pair of tights that matches the color of your boots.


Other accessories: Scarves are a great addition to a sweater dress. Chunky jewelry and statement pieces are also nice.
Layering a belted cardigan adds a bit more warmth and creates a different silhouette.

The Sweater Dress at the Office

Wear your dress with a pair of tights that are either the same color as the dress or a neutral opaque. Pair with heels that match the dress and/or the tights. Belt at your natural waist with a skinny patent belt. Accessorize with a statement necklace and earrings. If you need an extra layer, top with a trench coat.

The Sweater Dress at the Pub

Wear with a pair of textured or patterned tights and either tall heeled boots or ankle boots. Choose a belt that matches your boots. Wide or skinny will work here. Accessorize with chunky bracelets and earrings. If you’ll be pub crawling, add an interesting scarf.

The Sweater Dress with Cocktails

The office look can work here, too. Keep the look feminine and sophisticated by choosing appropriate shoes (heels), jewelry (stay away from chunky) and tights (neutral or the same color).

The Sweater Dress on the Weekend

Here’s where you can break out the riding boots, the equestrian belt and neutral opaque tights.

Stylish Finds

Under $40

Shown: Sweater Dress ($32.99), Cable Knit Sweater Dress ($24.99), Sweater Dress ($22.99)

Under $50

Shown: Ribbed Yoke Sweater Dress ($49.99), Gretchen Sweater Dress ($44.50), Miriam Sweater Dress ($44.50)

Under $70

Shown: Cowlneck Sweater Dress ($68), Rubbish Cabled Sweater ($54.00), Eliza J Sweater Dress ($68.90)

Under $100

Shown: Cable Sweater Dress ($78), Donna Morgan Ribbed Sweater Dress ($93.90), Maggy London Cowlneck Sweater Dress ($81.90)