pleated knit dress Kurt Maxi in Ivory Merino Wool – Gabriela Hearst the collection cultivates a look of romantic fragility with a sophisticated edge Milasandra Pleated Knit Dress -

and Ami, which have started producing them, while the chunky soles imbue them with a hint of parade ground or even punk kick-assery

We've recently rediscovered a love for old-school Sarah Jessica Parker lookswhich, yes, are very different from Carrie Bradshaw'sand combat trousers, too

They may be velvet, satiny, iridescent, textured, or beaded, or feature extra-interesting fabric treatments, ties or bows, embellishments, appliques, experimental textiles, treatments, embroideries or trims

It's not a perfect taste match by any means but it works in a pinch

This is one of the easiest ways to get more wear out of a dress you already ownand exactly the kind of styling trick we uncover during The Closet Refresh