Casual LBD With A Summer Twist

Monday, May 13, 2013



Who says you can't wear scarfs in the sunshine? Not this girl! Rock your favorite neckwear all year long. 















Photos by Erin Valentine 
[dress: Ann Taylor, scar: Urban Outfitters, heels: Sofft, headband, J. Crew, shads: Anthropologie, earrings: Francesca's, watch: Fossil] 

An LBD (little black dress) is classic. Whenever I'm not sure about what to wear, I typically reach for one of my trusty black dresses - they never fail me! They're basic yet sophisticated and are universally appropriate. With the right accessories, they even have the potential to be glamorous and eye-catching. 

I styled this LBD with summer in mind, but since it hasn't quite reached those sweat-worthy temperatures yet, I nixed the bright colors and opted for neutrals with a classic pop of red. In the end, we're left with a stylish and versatile outfit that's perfect for those chilly summer nights or an overcast afternoon.     

53 comments:

  1. Steamy NailsMay 13, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Love the scarf you paired the dress with! Really lovely <3

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  2. The Chic SheetMay 13, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Great addition with the scarf!


    XX,
    Miranda

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  3. UnknownMay 13, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    You look amazing! Thx for the sweet comment!

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  4. Always MayleeMay 13, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    Love this LBD! It's so versatile, I can see you wearing it all year round. The scarf is the perfect accessory for this dress. You look so cute!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  5. VanessaMay 13, 2013 at 4:56 PM

    Wonderful outfit,love this dress.*__*

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  6. Mon CherriesMay 13, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    Kat, you look perfect in this black asymmetric dress. The flower scarf is icing on the cake here :)

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  7. TaraMixandMatchMay 13, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    That floral scarf is so pretty...spring perfection!

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  8. Yuli ConversationsMay 13, 2013 at 6:18 PM

    Scarf is a great addition, you look very beautiful!
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  9. JessiMay 13, 2013 at 6:20 PM

    That scarf is so beautiful! I love the pop of it on a basic black dress. Such a fun Spring outfit!
    Jessi
    haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownMay 13, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    So pretty,that scarf is a lovely summer touch. Such a fun cute look.
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  11. SabrinaMay 13, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    You are gorgeous, miss! Love the colorful scarf (always a fun pop of color to any outfit) as well as those awesome sandals. Fantastic job! :)

    xo,
    Sabrina
    http://www.rougespark.com

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  12. MILEXMay 13, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    you made me feel better than ever.

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  13. Sydney Corporate by LuisaMMay 13, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Gorgeous look <3

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  14. fabulouspetiteMay 13, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    First of all you look pretty. I am obsessed with that scarf, it really adds a super fun twist to an LBD. Awesome job girl.

    xo
    Sam
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  15. Thania SGMay 14, 2013 at 12:21 AM

    NICE, YOU GAVE IT A "CASUAL" TWIST

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  16. Miss IshMay 14, 2013 at 1:13 AM

    It's really a great idea to keep a scarf around. YOu can do so many things with it!
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  17. AnonymousMay 14, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    I agree! Scarfs and sun = perfect combo! You look fab girl! ;p
    xxxx

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  18. UnknownMay 14, 2013 at 1:56 AM

    Love your dress!


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  19. victoriaMay 14, 2013 at 4:04 AM

    wow,amazing look!Love you blog.
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    I am very happy, if you have a look at my blog.♥
    Kisses,
    Victoria
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  20. lanciacoriandoliMay 14, 2013 at 4:46 AM

    love the scarf!

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  21. miasmodeMay 14, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    Haha sweat-worthy temperatures seem so far away. I love your LBD and I agree it´s always looks super classy and sophisticated <3

    xx

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  22. TheTinyHeartMay 14, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    What a pretty floral print scarf! I love to wear scarves in the spring/summer too.

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
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  23. KashayaMay 14, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    Great look, love the scarf.=)

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  24. StyleOnTheSideMay 14, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Loving that summer scarf! Gorgeous pattern.
    xo
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  25. Sandy a la ModeMay 14, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    love love your scarf with this!!

    xo,
    Sandy
    Sandy a la Mode

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  26. two birdsMay 14, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    i love this dress on you, and all of the accessories are so great with it. i love that scarf!

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  27. UnknownMay 14, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    I definitely LOVE this look, because I think that black with the floral scarf is a really great combination!!
    Your watch is beautiful!

    Kisses,

    Babi
    www.voguebuster.net

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  28. UnknownMay 14, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    Love that scarf! Would you like to follow each other on GFC and Bloglovin'? Let me know :)

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  29. UnknownMay 14, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    wow beautiful!!:)
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  30. RachelMay 14, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    Scarves really are a great way to dress up a LBD!

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  31. Isa MachadoMay 14, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    You look fantastic dear! :)

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  32. KateMay 14, 2013 at 5:24 PM

    really great lbd! you look so great!
    xx Kate

    The Style Department

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  33. Chicago Chic May 14, 2013 at 6:28 PM

    Love the LBD with florals, and you are beautiful!

    x
    Rachel

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  34. UnknownMay 14, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Just followed you on GFC and Bloglovin', thanks so much for following me. Please do stay in touch!

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  35. UnknownMay 15, 2013 at 2:27 AM

    you're so cute!:) love the scarf!

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  36. UnknownMay 15, 2013 at 5:47 AM


    your pictures are amazing, i love them.

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  37. fashion cadetMay 15, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    I love how you paired your LBD with a floral scarf

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  38. Letne Dni Look YoungerMay 15, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    You look very beautiful, I love the look.
    Dusana :-)

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  39. KatMay 15, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    ooh so beautiful! love that you added the vibrant fun scarf!!! :D

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  40. AshleyMay 15, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    I wish I could wear actual earrings cause I love yours!

    xo Ashley
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  41. xoxo Kellz*May 15, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Love the scarf it made the look so much more fun

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  42. UnknownMay 15, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Amazing outfit, love the scarf!!!


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  43. LEIGHMay 15, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    I love infinity scarves! Love them so much that I make them go with everything

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  44. UnknownMay 16, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    Great look: Love the scarf and cut of the dress!
    Kisses from Miami,
    Borka
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  45. CoastWithMeMay 16, 2013 at 2:22 AM

    You are rocking this little black dress girl! Love the addition of the floral scarf! I agree with you...I could wear scarves all year:)!

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  46. AnnieMay 16, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Love that you added a floral scarf to that LBD...so cute!

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

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  47. AnonymousMay 16, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Amazing look! So great:)

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  48. UnknownMay 16, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Love that summer piece hanging on your neck, definitely gave the all-black outfit a vibrant twist!

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  49. Pins, Needles & FashionMay 16, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Great LBD! plus I love the scarf. The floral and colors are perfect, you look great.

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  50. muffliato9May 17, 2013 at 4:52 AM

    You look amazing! I love your eyes *.*

    Maybe follow each other on bloglovin and/or google friend?
    Let me know if you want and I follow you back :D

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  51. UnknownMay 17, 2013 at 5:32 AM

    very very nice!!
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  52. muffliato9May 17, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    of course I follow you back (:

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  53. Alexandra ZakharovaMay 19, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    lovely, I love the way you style these pieces!
    Have a fabulous time!

    Best wishes, Alexandra
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