7 Ways to Wear Summer dresses in Fall and Winter

Just because it’s cold out, you don’t have to pack away your summer dresses. Here is the good news, you can absolutely wear Summer dresses all year round, even when it’s snowing out—as long as you layer and accessorize them smartly.

Taking your summer dresses into fall & winter is all about clever layering. It’s about having fun with pieces you already own and experimenting to find new ways to wear them.

I’ve taken a floral sleeveless midi dress and layered it in 7 ways for Fall& Winter.

7 Ways to Wear Summer Dresses in Fall and Winter

1. Add a Cardigan and Booties

Whether it’s a cropped chunky knit or long duster —cardigans are every girl favorite offering endless styling possibilities. They serve as a chic and practical layering piece, making it a natural staple for colder months.

Outfit Details:  Dress (similar here, here and here) | Cardigan ( similar here and here) | Booties (last seen here) | Shoulder Bag | Necklace

2. Layer under and over

Tissue turtleneck sweaters are probably my favorite layering piece. They are thin, breathable, and easy to layer under summer tops and dresses. Finish the look with a long A-line coat and booties for a head-turning outfit.

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Turtleneck | Coat (similar here, here and here) | Satchel | Hoops

3. Wrap it up

Wrap the dress with a soft metallic scarf and statement jewelry for a dressed-up look. This outfit would be perfect for indoor fall/winter weddings and events.

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Scarf | Pumps | H&M choker (similar here and here) | Earrings (similar here and here)

4. Double the Layers

Layer a t-shirt over the dress, knot it up, and pair it with a moto jacket and boots, you are all set for fall

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Friends Tee | Moto Jacket (last seen here) | Booties (similar here)

5. Brighten up your outfit with opaque tights

Get more mileage out of your summer dresses and skirts by pairing them with opaque or sweater tights. They not only keep your legs warm and are a perfect way to add a hint of color to your outfit.

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Trench coat | Tights | Pumps | Hat (Similar here and here) | Satchel

6.  Turn the dress into a Skirt

Turn the summer dress into a winter skirt by adding a cute sweater on the top.

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Sweater | Booties (last seen here; similar here) |  (also like this) | Cuyana bag | Hat (similar here) | Necklace

7.  Dress it up with Faux fur

There’s nothing like wearing a faux-fur-coat outfit in winter. It is not only the coziest jacket to wear all season long, but it’ll also dress up your outfits in mere minutes. Talk about a win-win. I love a good Bolero jacket for a chic and elegant look.

Outfit Details: Dress (similar here, here and here) | Bolero Jacket (last seen here; similar here) | Boots | Similar here and here | Earrings (similar here and here)

What summer dresses do you like to wear in the fall?  Let me know in a comment below!