Embroidered everything seems to be another trend from the 90’s that is catching some serious speed right about now. I’ve been seeing everything from embroidered shoes to jeans to jackets and just about everything in between. The thing about this trend is that it’s not very work wear friendly which, for me, is a problem.
Since I’m a working girl, I tend to shy away from trends that can’t be styled for both work and play. So this week, I set a style challenge for myself: wear embroidery between 9-5.
What I found was 1) I only own one embroidered item and it happens to be this shift dress (I remember owning and lovingly wearing embroidered jeans and button up chambrays back in the day) and 2) adding a button up under this dress seemed to do the trick! Thoughts?
I’ve linked up with Michelle, per usual, and she’s sharing a more casual weekend take on the embroidered trend. However, if you’re up for a style challenge, I’ve shared about 10 embroidered dresses that I think can be made work friendly if you want to stretch this trend a little further (most are under $100). Happy Monday!
Until next time,
Ana Luiza
DRESS: old, similar here // SHIRT: Nordstrom // SHOES: Macy’s // BAG: Prada (similar under $100) // SHADES: Amazon
Great Dress!!
Jaymie
Thanks Jaymie!
– Ana Luiza
Love the embroidery detail on this dress and the classic accessories look beautiful with it. Thanks for the link up!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
I love the idea of layering a button down shirt under this adorable dress to make it more work appropriate! Super cute! And it gives you so many more ways to wear this dress!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much Shelbee! It’s always my fall back way of making something work appropriate.
– Ana Luiza
Layering under a dress is so smart—I always forget to try that!!
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
It’s my go-to every time!
Thanks for reading Jodie!
– Ana Luiza
Embroidery is one of my favorite trends right now! It looks good on you!
Abby of Life in the Fash Lane
Thanks so much Abby!
– Ana Luiza
What a fun dress! I think I have like one embroidered top and that’s about it but it’s very similar to the style of your dress! Thank you so much for the feature :).
Sarah
Trendy & Tidy
Thanks so much Sarah!
If you try out the button down under a dress look, let me know! I’d love to see the look on you!
– Ana Luiza
This is such a great idea! I love the embroidery dress and it’s so perfect for work with that white button down! Super cute girly!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
Thanks so much Ruth!
– Ana Luiza
That is a lovely dress! I love how you made it work for an office look!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thanks so much Jessica! Glad you liked the look!
– Ana Luiza
Love this dress! I just got a similar one in my Stitch Fix! It will look so cute for work with a white blouse underneath!
michellespaige.com
Thanks so much girl! It’s my fall back way to make anything work ready
– Ana Luiza