The last time I wore a sweater dress, I likened it to being able to wear a Snuggie all day. And I’m sticking with that. But I’ve found that if you’re looking to snazz up that comfy look while still being, well comfortable, then a belt is a great way to pull the outfit together with minimal fuss and effort.
This cowl-neck sweater dress is great on its own, but I felt like it was lacking something. My leather turnlock belt was a great addition. It provided a little bit of structure and tied in the leather boots. Easy, right?How do you dress up a simple sweater dress?
Dress: Express (similar), Belt: J.Crew, Tights: c/o Hanes Pure Bliss, Boots: Corso Como, Bracelets: Stella & Dot Renegade and Gilded Arrow, Charming Charlie
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you look adorable I need some sweater dresses in my wardrobe.
I love there hello kitty eyeliner and its Dior perfume
I love sweater dresses, for this same reason. I love being toasty warm, and comfy. Oh and my favorite item from sephora? Really how does anyone pick just one?
Cute!! I have a burgundy cowl neck one and the weather is dropping tonight so I can finally wear it!! I’ll probably get two days of tights, boots, and sweaters before it warms up again but I’ll take it.
~Cheryl
http://snaps-of-ginger.blogspot.com/
I love sweater dresses too…they’re comfy yet sophisticated! My fav Sephora item is the Naked 2 palette. 🙂
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Can we talk for a second about how perfect your skin is? Because it’s kinda not fair–spill your secrets! I love the way you styled this dress…the belt is the perfect accent to make it still feel pulled together!
My favorite item from Sephora is Ms Dior parfum and I have been dying to try Dior Addict Lip Glow since it is getting rave reviews.
Stopping by from Totally Posted Tuesday! I love sweater dresses, they’re so warm and cozy! Love this one with the belt!
<3 Vicki
wildeinthecity.blogspot.com
My favorite item from Sephora is the Duwop Lip Venom. 🙂
xoxo
I love sweater dresses, but I prefer them with long sleeves. the short sleeves just confuse me… it’s cold, isn’t it?
love your hair straight too, it’s gorgeous!
Lauren! You look STUNNING!! xo
Sweater dresses are indeed awesome! Although I had a bad experience a couple years ago and picked a really ugly one so I’ve been avoiding them lately, ha ha…
Love this look, especially the belt and your pretty bracelets! My favorite Sephora items are the bare essentials line and Michael Kors Very Hollywood perfume.
I love this on you Lauren! The grey is gorgeous on you !
Naked palettes!
Their eyeliner! I love the urban decay and kat von d lines.
I love Benefit’s Girl Meets Pearl Luminizer! It’s worth it 🙂
http://www.sephora.com/girl-meets-pearl-P272008?skuId=1281047
Love bare minerals mascarea
Fabulous! Love how you styled this look.
I love the BB Creme!! That grey dress is super adorable!!
You look gorgeous! And I agree – sweater dresses are SO cozy! My favorite item from Sephora is Smith’s Rosebud Salve! I always stock up on it because it’s the best thing that ever happened to me!
I love all the Fresh products,especially the lip balms!
Love how a sweater dress is so easy yet can still look so chic and put together — and particularly love that you belted this one too!
This outfit is perfection. You look fabulous, girlfriend!
Great fall dress. Love the way you styled it.
Hope you had a great weekend.
Sofia
stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com
I like naked palettes
I love Julep products. Sephora has an exclusive set that is not available on julep.com that I would love to get! 🙂
Love the outfit!! Gorgeous as always.
I love Sarah, too!
What a cute dress! I love how you accessorized it!! You look so beautiful!
I have to say, I have just found your blog and LOVE it! Love your style and I am a new follower on Bloglovin! Don’t hesitate visiting mine and keep in touch, I’d be so happy! 🙂 Kisses from NYC! <3
Diana
http://www.ManhattanImageandStyle.com
New Blog Post: 7 Ways to Spice Up Your Look
I pretty much love any thing Urban Decay or Nars from Sephora! I have a similar sweater dress and I love putting a belt on it.
Tara
Penniless Socialite
You look so cute! I love a classic sweater dress with a belt! It’s a great look for fall/winter.
Love this sweater dress. So pretty and i love the belt.
Agi:)
vodkainfusedlemonade.com
I’ve never bought anything from Sephora so I don’t have a favorite!
Love this cool and easy style for winter! You look beautiful! BTW, saw u at Shanna’s blog and thought ur style was very chic! Hope you are having a wonderful day!
-Jyoti
Style-Delights Blog
Loveee your outfit!
I always get the benefit face primer from there I love it!
that belt is the perfect accessory for your sweater dress. you look fabulous!
~Ellen
http://www.everydayfancy.com
All I’ve wanted to wear lately has been warm and cozy sweaters – I love your dress! It looks so beautiful on you, and I think you styled it perfectly.
Dr. Jart BB cream is amazing! Love that sweaterdress 🙂
I love the “chubby stick” from Clinique!
i really love there mascaras and there compressed makeup powders!!!!
I love Makeup Forever and Origins!
Love Benefit the most!
Cute, comfy, and put together…gotta love it!
I’m loving your sweater dress with that fun belt! Sweater dresses are insanely comfortable!
xo,
Angela
My favorite thing from Sephora has to be anything Urban Decay or Illamasqua. Thanks for the giveaway!
I totally agree! Sweater dresses are so comfy!
agirlandhersparkles.blogspot.com
Sweater dresses are my go-to this time of year! There’s nothing better than looking fab … while secretly feeling like you’re wearing pajamas 🙂
I can’t wait for the Naked 3 to come out at Sephora. On another note, this is outfit perfect for work!
This winter I need to purchase a sweater dress, they always look so cute especially belted. You are looking fabulous.
-Vogue&Heels
http://www.vogueandheels.com
It is so cozy and so classy, what a great combination!
xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes
I need that sweater dress it looks amazing on you! My favorite thing from Sephora is the smashbox cc cream. Perfect coverage without all the heavy buildup 🙂
Love that dress! Looks fabulous on you. Great, pulled-together look.
~FringeGirl
Sarah is just adorable! And her dog in that bow tie is so cute! I love a good sweater dress. I always wear mine with fleece leggings or tight and boots. It really does feel like you are wearing a snuggie!! You look beautiful as always! I would love to try the Naked 2 eye colors at Sephora. That kit has been on my wish list forever!! Thanks! Susan
Lovin the sweater dress! Nail polish 🙂
Perfume
sephora complete makeup kits are simply amazing M3
Favorite item from Sephora? So many to choose from! I’d have to say my favorite thing to get (besides the free samples!) is Chanel Mademoiselle perfume.
Thanks!
Lori
I love sweater dresses and boots! You look so pretty in gray.
Favorite thing from Sephora? Urban Decay Naked Palette I cannot wait til UD Naked 3 is released!
Andrea
Warrenton, VA
Lalalove your outfit! I like stilas black liquid eyeliner!
I’m such a sucker for a great sweater dress! 🙂
As for Sephora, I’m not sure that I could pick one thing as a fave; however, I would love a new perfume. xox
That sweater dress is too cute! I love all of Philosphy skin care items! PS-you are so pretty!
xo,
I like the Philosophy The Holiday Handbook Set — and ALL the Philosophy products!
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The Dior Shimmer Highlighter. It’s soooo on my wishlist 🙂
I love so much stuff at Sephora! I think my favorite right now is Makeup Forever HD foundation.
My favorite is definitely Fresh’s Sugar Lip Balm! It makes my lips so soft!! 🙂
The sweater dress is adorable and I love wearing them for teaching! My fave Sephora items are the OPI gel nail polish!
I love anything by tarte, especially their blushes!
YAY! I love that Sarah is doing a giveaway on your blog! She cracks me up!! I think I would treat myself to some new blush at Sephora.
-AJ
FitTravelerAJ.com
Carol’s Daughter Almond Cookie.
lipstick!
La Vanilla Perfume
I love the MAKE UP FOR EVER foundation and Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Perfume!
I love their nail polishes!
Sephora is my go-to for my MAC shadow obsession!
they have the best foundations!
I love Sephora! Definitely craving some new MAC makeup!
I love to purchase Flowerbomb perfume from Sephora!
Bare Minerals. 🙂
Sephora’s CC cream is the best!
I love your belt!