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5 ways to combine dresses and skirts with jackets and cardigans

Dresses, skirts (and shorts) are the favorite go-to styles on warmer (and colder) days and bring a minimal or maximal level of bare legs. That’s why dress, skirt and short lengths ask for a certain balance in combination with a cover-up - think of a blazer, cardigan or poncho. But which cover-up do you wear with each dress, skirt or short length? Our stylists show that the possibilities are endless with combination tips and with this blog we’ll further explain it. Curious? Quickly read on.

Dresses, skirts (and shorts) are the favorite go-to styles on warmer (and colder) days and bring a minimal or maximal level of bare legs. That’s why dress, skirt and short lengths ask for a certain balance in combination with a cover-up - think of a blazer, cardigan or poncho. But which cover-up do you wear with each dress, skirt or short length? Our stylists show that the possibilities are endless with combination tips and with this blog we’ll further explain it. Curious? Quickly read on.

Dresses, skirts (and shorts) are the favorite go-to styles on warmer (and colder) days and bring a minimal or maximal level of bare legs. That’s why dress, skirt and short lengths ask for a certain balance in combination with a cover-up - think of a blazer, cardigan or poncho. But which cover-up do you wear with each dress, skirt or short length? Our stylists show that the possibilities are endless with combination tips and with this blog we’ll further explain it. Curious? Quickly read on.

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image with artdirection

Short dress/skirt/shorts, long cover-up

Short dress/skirt/shorts, long cover-up

Combine a short dress, skirt or shorts with a longer cover-up to optically lengthen your legs, while a feminine appearance predominates. Combining different lengths creates a modern styling. A short dress, skirt or shorts showcase(s) bare legs and that offers the possibility to play with silhouettes - a loose-fit dress with a loose-fit cardigan is therefore a must-do. Mix and match different fabrics - think of linen and a knit - for a nice contrast in fabric drape. The look in one color guarantees a serene feel, while several colors and/or prints offer a contemporary look.

Combine a short dress, skirt or shorts with a longer cover-up to optically lengthen your legs, while a feminine appearance predominates. Combining different lengths creates a modern styling. A short dress, skirt or shorts showcase(s) bare legs and that offers the possibility to play with silhouettes - a loose-fit dress with a loose-fit cardigan is therefore a must-do. Mix and match different fabrics - think of linen and a knit - for a nice contrast in fabric drape. The look in one color guarantees a serene feel, while several colors and/or prints offer a contemporary look.

Short dress/skirt/shorts, short cover-up 

Short dress/skirt/shorts, short cover-up 

A short dress or skirt and shorts can also be paired with a shorter cover-up - from a blazer to a cardigan or a draped poncho. Combining different lengths creates a feminine look. The upper body is elongated, while the shorter cover-up emphasizes the waist and brings balance. Keep the different silhouettes from both the dress/skirt/shorts in mind for a flattering look. Boxy on boxy looks ‘heavier’, while a fitted dress with a boxy cover-up looks super stylish. Wear a loose-fit dress with a fitted cover-up in order to maintain balance.  

A short dress or skirt and shorts can also be paired with a shorter cover-up - from a blazer to a cardigan or a draped poncho. Combining different lengths creates a feminine look. The upper body is elongated, while the shorter cover-up emphasizes the waist and brings balance. Keep the different silhouettes from both the dress/skirt/shorts in mind for a flattering look. Boxy on boxy looks ‘heavier’, while a fitted dress with a boxy cover-up looks super stylish. Wear a loose-fit dress with a fitted cover-up in order to maintain balance.  

Equal length 

Equal length 

The simplest option is to (almost) equalize the length of the dress, skirt or shorts with the length of the cover-up. Do you have a mini dress, skirt or shorts, pair it with a thigh-length cardigan or wear a maxi-length dress with a maxi-cardigan or long blazer. Equal lengths offer calmness in the look, and allow you to create contrast with fabrics, textures, colors and prints.  

The simplest option is to (almost) equalize the length of the dress, skirt or shorts with the length of the cover-up. Do you have a mini dress, skirt or shorts, pair it with a thigh-length cardigan or wear a maxi-length dress with a maxi-cardigan or long blazer. Equal lengths offer calmness in the look, and allow you to create contrast with fabrics, textures, colors and prints.  

Long dress/skirt,

long cover-up 

Long dress/skirt, long cover-up 

Long dress/skirt,

long cover-up 

A long dress or skirt with a midi or maxi length immediately offers a modern look, where a combination with a long cover-up offers a playful contrast in lengths. Go for a slightly longer or shorter cover-up than the dress or skirt length for a flattering look. Again, a look in one color offers a serene feel, while different colors and textures add playfulness.  

A long dress or skirt with a midi or maxi length immediately offers a modern look, where a combination with a long cover-up offers a playful contrast in lengths. Go for a slightly longer or shorter cover-up than the dress or skirt length for a flattering look. Again, a look in one color offers a serene feel, while different colors and textures add playfulness.  

image with artdirection
image with artdirection

Long dress/skirt, short cover-up 

Long dress/skirt, short cover-up 

A long dress or skirt optically offers an elongating effect and also brings a modern bohemian vibe. Combined with a shorter cover-up balance is created, where the feminine silhouette predominates - and we love that. Choose a cover-up in comparison with the silhouette and volume of the dress and skirt. For example, combine a fitted shape with a loose-fit cover-up and wear an A-line silhouette with a fitted cover-up to maintain feminine balance.  

A long dress or skirt optically offers an elongating effect and also brings a modern bohemian vibe. Combined with a shorter cover-up balance is created, where the feminine silhouette predominates - and we love that. Choose a cover-up in comparison with the silhouette and volume of the dress and skirt. For example, combine a fitted shape with a loose-fit cover-up and wear an A-line silhouette with a fitted cover-up to maintain feminine balance.  

Do you have questions concerning styling with cover-ups? Or another styling question? Contact one of our Editors.  

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