Shirt dresses have long been underrated but it seems like fashion enthusiasts are starting to realize the power of the transitional piece and here we are tapping into it as well!

There is never a doubt that shirts are one of the most function pieces of every woman's wardrobe no matter their profession. Shirt and pants; shirt and jeans; shirt and skirts; are some of the most popular pairings the piece can boast of. But what shirt dresses does is that it gives you the luxury of not choosing between wearing a shirt and a dress. So we will be sharing a few scenarios where your go-to should be a shirt dress if you are ever in doubt.

1. Work

2. Work Brunch

3. Corporate Casual Day

4. On Your Day Off Running Errands

Arise Fashion Week 2019 with Naomi Campbell held on the 19th to the 21st April and Vane Style was part of all the behind-the-scenes process. From the entire backstage coordination to the styling five different collections from some of the biggest designers out of Nigeria. We'll e serving you with all the insider scoop that you might need!

Styling

You already know that is what we do best at Vane Style. We were commissioned by the Arise team to style collections by Andrea Iyamah, Style Temple, Lanre Da Silva Ajayi, Tiffany Amber, and Bridget Awosika. Trust that we did justice to the styling by following the vision of each designer. We couldn't be more proud to see the models strutting down the runway and crowd cheering.

Backstage Coordination

No matter how much minimalism in fashion means to you, you always want to be edgy about how you put your pieces together. Could be through clean cuts, tasteful embellishments and delicate fabrics, oomph is always needed no matter how small.

For maximalists or fashionistas who don't mind going the extra mile to make fashion statements, pieces that speak the drama language work well in relaying that message. But how do you make them work for every event / engagement you need to be at different times of the day? This is where we are spilling all the tips that you will need!

Choose A Transitional Piece

Lisa Folawiyo

Transitional pieces come in different forms like plain wardrobe staples, cool edgy pieces and even pieces with attention-grabbing details. Opt for one that easily works for every event you need to be at. An intricately detailed dress with a quirky silhouette will totally work in this case.

Accessories Are Key

Veronica Odeka

Typically, you wouldn't need a lot of accessories if you intend to pull off a dramatic look but essentials like shoes and bags are never out of the question. Seal your office-glam look with pumps and switch them out for heeled sandals or flat mules for a casual look.

Layering

Ogugua Okonkwo

It is no secret that layering outfits can change the feel of a look in undeniable ways. Layer your embellished dresses over a white tee for a serious look and loose the t-shirt when the time to let loose comes.

Hair & Make-up

Mazelle Studio

This also goes a long way in determining how your look with turn out. Rock a neutral beat sealed with gloss and put your hair in a bun for the day look and turn up the volume of your look by rocking lipsticks in bold colours and letting your hair down at night.

Are you a minimalist or a maximalist? Does transitioning your dramatic pieces feel like something you can achieve now? Let us know in the comments!