Dressing Basics by the Numbers: How to Wear the New Layered Look

By Nikki LeRoi


When you think of layering clothes, you normally think about keeping warm for the winter. Well, you can also layer clothes for your spring and summer looks as well. Layering clothes can really increase your fashion style for spring and summer. Layering is also a great way to give those basic pieces in your closet a whole new fresh look. Follow this easy guide that shows you how to do it from the first piece to the last.

Basic Piece: Pencil Skirt (colors: red, black or white)

Layering Piece #1: Cotton T-Shirt (colors: red, black, white or dark blue)

Layering Piece #2: Vertical Striped Jersey Top

Layering Piece #3: Cotton Jersey Tunic (colors: two tone neutrals or solid neutral)

Layering Piece #4: Tailored Leather Jacket (colors: brown or black)

Layering Piece #5: Pumps (colors: brown, black or red)

Layering Piece #6: Leather Handbag (colors: white, brown or red)

=> Basic Piece: Straight Leg Black Pants

Layering Piece #1: V-Neck Black T-shirt

Layering Piece #2: White Ruffled Tank Top

Layering Piece #3: Gray Menswear Vest

Layering Piece #4: Long Black Blazer

Layering Piece #5: Open Toe Black Platform Shoes

Layering Piece #6: Chunky Black Bangles

Layering Piece #7: Black Leather Handbag

Basic Piece: Pleated Cotton Skirt

Layering Piece #1: Cotton Corset Top or Similar Strapless Top

Layering Piece #2: Frilly Sleeveless White Blouse with a Long V-Neck

Layering Piece #3: Trench Coat (colors: brown, light blue, yellow)

Layering Piece #4: Neutral Color Pumps

=> Basic Piece: Tailored Knee-Length Shorts (colors: charcoal gray or black)

Layering Piece #1: Black and White Checked Shirt

Layering Piece #2: Short Waist Red Cardigan

Layering Piece #3: Light Blue Sweater Vest

Layering Piece #4: Light Charcoal Gray Tailored Coat

Layering Piece #5: Strappy Sandals with Heels

Layering Piece #6: Neutral Canvas Bag

Layering Piece #7: Chunky Necklace