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Winter is in full swing. For most of us, that means putting our favorite dresses in the back of the closet and opting for warmer, sometimes less fun outfits. If you’re anything like us, you find that your winter outfits may get repetitive: another day, another sweater over jeans and boots look. But what if we told you that there is a way for you to rock your favorite summer dresses in the winter? It may sound crazy, but hear us out… sweater over dress look! It’s a cold-weather favorite, and we are here for it!
Key Takeaways
- Layering a sweater over a dress lets you keep wearing your favorite dresses in cold weather.
- Tuck the sweater into a waist belt for a chic, defined silhouette.
- Fleece-lined leggings or thick tights add warmth under short and long dresses.
- A fitted sweater or turtleneck under a sundress works well in milder climates.
For many, the sweater over dress look is new. To help you get started, we have created a style guide with four easy ways to wear your dresses this winter.
4 Sweater Over Dress Looks
Using a Belt
Using a waist belt is one of the easiest ways to style a sweater over your dress. How does it work? Well, after putting on a dress, you put a belt around your waist. You then put a sweater over and fold the bottom inside by tucking it into the belt. The result is a super chic look that defines your waist. You can also wear the belt over the sweater for a slightly different silhouette.
To add a few more ideas, you could try a mustard sweater with a black belt base and gold embellishments (like the one we mentioned below). You could also try a maroon sweater with a cream belt to add some color contrast. Rich fall and winter colors always work well here!
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Knit Sweater Over a Short Dress
Here’s an easy take on the sweater-over-dress look. For this look, you can put your favorite knit sweater over a sundress of complementing colors. The result is this super cute and simple look. You can dress it up (or down) depending on your shoes and accessories. And if you think this look isn’t suitable for the cold, that’s where you’re wrong. You can throw on a pair of skin-colored fleece leggings together with a pair of sheer tights on top, and you’ll have extra warmth all day long.
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Chunky Sweater Over Long Dress
This look is the most suitable for the colder temperatures where you may need that extra layer. A long knitted dress sounds warm! Start with a camisole or long-sleeved undershirt. From there, you can go for a pair of fleece leggings (no one will see under your long dress)! Then throw on your favorite long dress with your coziest oversized sweater on top, and you’ve got a high-fashion look that will keep you warm all day long.
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Sweater Under Dress
Okay, so for our last look, we’re going to stray from the “sweater over dress” look for a second. This look is perfect for anyone who lives somewhere warmer, maybe with cold mornings and nights and neutral temperatures midday. You can take any sundress and layer a fitted sweater or even a turtle neck underneath for a chic and warm look. If you’re looking for a little more warmth, you can even throw on a pair of biker shorts or tights. The best part is that depending on accessories and shoes, this look can be dressed up or dressed down for a more casual outfit to fit almost any occasion!
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Can you wear a sweater over a dress?
One of my favorite tricks for extending the season of my summer dresses is to layer a sweater over them. Let me share four simple methods to layer your sweater and dress with you. You may add versatility to your closet in this way.
What do you call a sweater over a dress?
There’s no single name; it’s usually just called layering a sweater over a dress. In British English a jumper is a sweater, while in American English a jumper is a sleeveless dress worn over a top.
What do you wear over a long dress when it’s cold?
A simple way to wear a maxi dress in winter is to add a long wool or puffer coat on top, with leggings, thermals or thick insulated tights underneath to keep your legs warm.
Kourtney Anderson is a freelance writer for Successible Life and one of its most prolific contributors, covering makeup looks and techniques, skincare routines and ingredients, hair care and beauty shopping guides.