Fashion is an important part of everyone’s lives, especially women. Building a wardrobe takes time and effort to mix and match. But many women, while fixated on fashion, do not have the budget that allows them to purchase every designer ensemble they see. That is why it is important to buy classic pieces that can be mixed and matched for every occasion. The little black dress is one of those classic garments that never go out of style. But just because it is an essential part of a wardrobe, doesn’t mean you can wear it to every occasion. So how do you accessorise a dress to make it suitable for every occasion, without risking people noticing that it is the same dress? Here is a rundown of what every woman should have in her wardrobe to complement her dress for every occasion.

Belts – Belts are great fashion accessories and can change the look of any dress or outfit. Doll up your dress with a thin metallic belt, or use a chunky leather belt to dress it down. Either way, a classy or funky belt can greatly change the look of an outfit.

Accessories – Great accessories can do wonders to spruce up a plain dress. All you need to do is add the right accessories, and your dress can go from casual daywear to chic eveningwear. Purchase a variety of clutch, totes and shoulder bags to switch your dress from day to evening wear. Throw on a blazer for a formal office look, and then sweep it off for a more sexy night time look.

Shoes – Shoes can make or break an outfit. If you are planning on wearing your dress to several different evening events, have at least three pairs of evening shoes to chop and change. Remember, if you are wearing a little black dress, it is not necessary to combine it with black shoes. A pair of red strappy shoes with a red clutch will dazzle, or even a metallic gold, brown or copper colour with suffice.

Simplify – If your dress is perfect as is, then go with it. Simplify an already busy dress with minimal accessories, or wear funky jewellery to spruce up a plain dress. Remember to choose classy jewellery and nothing tacky. You can never go wrong with dainty chandelier or drop earrings and chunky bracelets with a bare and plunging necklace.

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This article was written by The White Company and offers advice on how to accessorise your classic dress for any occasion.