5 Sexy Ways To Wear A White Dress

Party Girl

The Little White Dress (LWD for short) is summer’s hottest fashion trend. That’s because it’s so versatile–you can dress it down, or make it glam with just a few key accessories. To get Emma Watson‘s party-ready look, pair your LWD with some shiny silver pumps and layer on the bling.

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Cool Chica

A loose, flowy white dress like Ashley Greene‘s is the perfect way to beat the heat and look good while you do it. Billowy dresses tend to be a bit shapeless, so use a skinny brown belt to cinch in your waist and show off your svelte shape.

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Boho Babe

The key to pulling off a long white dress like Katie Cassidy‘s peekaboo lace number here? Make sure it’s either textured or has some sort of pattern; a plain white dress might end up looking a little too bridal. Finish off this bohemian-cool style with tousled, beachy waves and you’ve got a summer look that’s right for day or night.

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Style Maven

Take a cue from fashion darling Rachel Bilson and wear your LWD with a brightly-colored blazer–the white of the dress creates a nice contrast against the vivid hue, giving you a hip, fashionista vibe. Keep your accessories neutral in order to avoid any color clashing.

Get The Look! Level 99 Carmine Blazer, $98, anthropologie.com

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Sophisticated Lady

An easy way to punch up a classic white sheath like like Nicky Hilton‘s is to pair it with a statement necklace. Since your dress is so simple, you can go crazy with your jewelry–try a beaded bib necklace in a summery shade like turquoise or coral.

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