If you missed Tuesday’s post, I styled a gorgeous navy bridesmaid dress from Sorella Vita the traditional way: topknot, black pumps + tights, and some statement earrings. Today is all about remixing– putting that, “You can totally wear your bridesmaid dress again!” claim to the test.
Satin is not the most casual of fabrics, so I knew right away I needed to bring down that formal vibe. Enter a chambray shirt cuffed at the sleeve + knotted at the waist; this ushered in the easy-going and cinched things up. I ditched the tights for bare legs (brr, but will totally play come spring) and a neutral printed pump. A high messy ponytail replaced the dressy topknot, and subbed in layered boho bright white + gold jewelry for those formal statement pieces.
Where could I wear this? To the office, a dinner date, any sort of ladies-who-lunch event, etc. Adding in a denim topper definitely cuts that formal factor in half, and keeping the hair easy + breezy helps make the outfit seem more day than night.
A massive thank you to my friends at Sorella Vita for the opportunity to style this dress on the blog this week. What a fun project! I am definitely reaching for this navy number for my next formal event, and love the idea of working it into the office wardrobe when worn with more casual pieces.
The folks at Better KC were kind enough to invite me back to have a chat about the color of the year (marsala!) on their morning program. Ah yes, live television, still terrifying.
Yes! I think you styled this perfectly! The first thing I thought was how it would work perfectly for work now, and I think your other outing suggestions are spot on too.
I am impressed with this remix and the way you dressed down the dress with chambray. Hard to believe such a cohesive outfit started with a bridesmaid dress! Off to check out your TV segment!
Gina – On the Daily Express
This dress is stunning. I fell in love with it when I saw it on Tuesday. I love it even more how you styled it today with the tied chambray and those gorg python pumps! Super chic and feminine!
Remix done right! You look great. I love the casual appeal to this look. From the faux snake, to the chambray shirt. From the Layered necklaces to the messy side pony. This is styled really well and looks effortless…. which takes talent. Great job girlie!
OH! I just LOVE how you styled this, it is so so so cute like this! Great work Ashley… showing us how to make a bridesmaid dress a cute casual style too!
I love to mix cocktail and more casual looks together. I feel like you could even rock a pair of sneakers with this look and it would be great. xo, Amanda
Oh I was looking forward to this post. I love love howyou styled this dress with amazing denim shirt. Such a great outfit. Looking stunning. Kiss, Mel http://www.livingoncloude9.com
Ok, can I take back what I said about never re wearing my bridesmaid dresses? I could totally get down with this!
Brooke
pumps and push-ups
The chambray really changes the look of this dress! I love how you styled the dress for a more relaxed, everyday look!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Love the ay you wear the denim and accessories with it. fab
http://www.itsallaboutsonia.com
Yes! I think you styled this perfectly! The first thing I thought was how it would work perfectly for work now, and I think your other outing suggestions are spot on too.
What great idea! I love how you made it more casual!
Stephanie
Positively Stephanie
I did not expect this remix of the dress- such a fun way to change it up!!! Of course you and the ponytail look amazing!! xo, Biana – BlovedBoston
Wow, love how you styled this dress here. Looks casual yet still classy. Love those necklaces as well. Beautiful as always 🙂
Have a nice day, Ashley! 🙂
xoxo,
SHAIRA
http://www.missdream-girl.blogspot.com
This is such an amazing remix of the previous look, Ashley! I love the way you wore this- it doesn’t even seem like the same dress!
Congrats girl- you did it! Admittedly I had my doubts, but this looks fantastic!
http://www.hollandsreverie.blogspot.com
So gorgeous! I am in love with this!
Oh my! Can’t believe what you did with that dress! Fabulous, dear and soooo cool!
♘ http://www.sugarpopfashion.com ♘
Love your stile dear!
Alice Cerea,
BABYWHATSUP.COM
New GIVEAWAY with 3 gift cards.
What an amazing remix! I love how the chambray and sunglasses add a cool, casual vibe!
great remix, you look stunning.
xo
PinkSole
Girl you totally killed this! I love how the look is so different from the last post!
You could absolutely wear this dress again- great styling!
I knew this was going to transition into an awesome outfit when I saw this dress on Tuesday – it looks perfect!
Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines
Love the whole look!
http://beautyfollower.blogspot.gr
You look so gorgeous here! I love the way you re-wore this dress!
You also did so good on TV! You’re a natural!
Love this!! The chambray top over the bridesmaid dress is perfection and I’m obsessed with those heels! Gorgeous!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Girl you are rocking that high pony. I love it! This second look is equally as great as the first and really shows the versatility of a good dress.
Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Love this remix! The casual vibe with the denim shirt looks amazing. Love the layering necklaces too.
~Tatiana
We Shop in Heels
Such a cool look babe, love it!! I am I so jealous of the weather you are having !!! lol
Kisses,
Anna
http://www.workingchix.com
This dress is amazing, looks so good on you! I liked how you layered the necklaces with it.
http://www.lerablogs.com/
I am impressed with this remix and the way you dressed down the dress with chambray. Hard to believe such a cohesive outfit started with a bridesmaid dress! Off to check out your TV segment!
Gina – On the Daily Express
Such a clever idea. That shirt goes perfectly.
I would happy wear this to any smart casual occasion.
Jennifer Jayne xx
jenniferjayne.blogspot.co.uk
what an AMAZING idea! i love stopping by your blog for tips like this 🙂 thanks for sharing!
xo, liz
sneakersandsilk.com
This dress is stunning. I fell in love with it when I saw it on Tuesday. I love it even more how you styled it today with the tied chambray and those gorg python pumps! Super chic and feminine!
Remix done right! You look great. I love the casual appeal to this look. From the faux snake, to the chambray shirt. From the Layered necklaces to the messy side pony. This is styled really well and looks effortless…. which takes talent. Great job girlie!
http://www.stylegonerogue.com
Adorable! Such a fun way to re-wear this dress!
xo Emily
http://www.fashioncolumntwins.com
Giiirl, you look so stinkin cute! I totally want that dress now!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
OH! I just LOVE how you styled this, it is so so so cute like this! Great work Ashley… showing us how to make a bridesmaid dress a cute casual style too!
I love to mix cocktail and more casual looks together. I feel like you could even rock a pair of sneakers with this look and it would be great. xo, Amanda
Girl you look so good here! I love this re-mixed look!
And you absolutely nailed the marsala segment! Awesome!
I just love the denim shirt worn like a jacket over the dress! You totally can’t tell that’s a bridesmaid dress- so cool!
I love the remix! The denim jacket and casual hair is genius. 🙂
I would have never thought of adding a denim shirt to this dress, but I love it!!!!
Xoxo,
Whitney & Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
YYAAASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
This is perfect! I love how you added a chambray shirt and messy/adorable hair- beautiful look!
lovejoanna.com
This look is soo cool, lovely!
Alessia
THECHILICOOL
FACEBOOK
Kiss
Amazing look and great necklsces!
Kisses
NEW POST
http://www.angelswearheels.com
Great way to repurpose the dress, you look fab lady!!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
Oh I was looking forward to this post. I love love howyou styled this dress with amazing denim shirt. Such a great outfit. Looking stunning. Kiss, Mel
http://www.livingoncloude9.com
I should have kept all my bridesmaid dresses, now that I know how to style them! Love those necklaces, super different & fun -xx
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
you’ve styled the dress so amazing! WOW!
http://www.beyondthevelvet.blogspot.co.uk
I love how the chambray changes the mood of this dress… great combo Ashley!!!!
Keep smiling!
Kisses, Paola.
Expressyourself
My Facebook
Those shoes though! Love this outfit combination.
http://www.lavishingg.com
xx
Love this!
Emma | With A City Dream
nice outfit! I really like your shoes!
lifeisashoe.blogspot.com
I’m totally loving this! I really hope you do more! (:
How fun is this version! I also totally love the high pony, you should rock it more often!
xo
Michaela
http://michaelajeanblog.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/MichaelaJeanArt